Founded in 1996 as a luxury footwear company, Jimmy Choo today encompasses a complete luxury fashion accessory brand, including women's shoes, handbags, small leather goods, scarves, sunglasses, eyewear, belts, fragrance and men's shoes. The design direction is overseen by Creative Director Sandra Choi, whose vision is to create one of the world's most treasured luxury brands. Part of JAB Holdings a privately-held investment firm, Jimmy Choo has more than 180 stores in 32 countries and is present in the most prestigious department and specialty stores worldwide.