CAIRO, Egypt (CNN) -- Azza Famy is used to breaking new ground. 18ct gold and sapphire earrings from Azza Fahmy's "exclusive" collection In the 60s, she was the first woman to apprentice in Egypt's jewelry district. Today, she is heads up "Azza Fahmy Jewelries." A family business that has evolved into the first Egyptian designer brand and gained global recognition. Her blends of Islamic motifs, modern design and gold, silver and precious stones are worn by the likes of Naomi Campbell and Queen Rania of Jordan. In 2007, Fahmy collaborated with British fashion designer, Julien Macdonald, to provide jewelry for his catwalk collection at London Fashion Week. They worked together again in 2008.
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In the 60s, Azza Fahmy was the first woman to apprentice in Egypt's jewelry district
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Today she heads up international luxury brand, "Azza Fahmy Jewelries"
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Her designs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Queen Rania of Jordan
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She tells CNN's Alphonso Van Marsh what it takes to make it in the luxury market
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