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Queen of Bows
Aminah Abdul-Jillil—world-class dancer to world-class shoe designer—A career transition not made for walking
PHOTOGRAPHED BY: HEATHER BYINGTON / COURTESY OF THE BRAND
WRITTEN BY: STELLA POLYZOIDOU STYLED BY: AMINAH ABDUL-JILLIL
Born in Anchorage, Alaska, the now famous shoe designer started as a ballet dancer at a young age. After graduating from college, she wanted to pursue a career in commercial dance; thus, she moved to Los Angeles and began working as a professional dancer.
Her talent led her to perform next to prominent names and big pop stars Britney Spears and Janet Jackson while also becoming a Cirque du Soleil team member.
Her dancing past was the starting point when she was first exposed to the creative world of costumes, makeup, and fashion.
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