: a long-haired domestic cat of a breed originating in Burma (Myanmar) and resembling the Siamese in eye color and coat pattern but much stockier in build with paws symmetrically marked with white
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Suede options from Ferragamo and Jimmy Choo have an elegant feel, while curved-heels from Alexandre Birman, Ganni, and Neous have the contemporary edge.
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
This time, Birman explored the vast and contrasting landscapes of Caatinga and Cerrado and was particularly inspired by the sand dunes and crystal-clear natural pools in the Lençóis Maranhenses national park in developing his expansive spring collection.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
The blue-cream Birman whom Karl Lagerfeld adopted in 2011, eight years before his death, continues to live in Paris with his former housekeeper, Françoise Caçot, who tended to many of her needs when Karl was alive.
—Mark Ellwood, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 July 2024
Burmese and Birman cats have the highest life expectancy after their first year of life (14.4 years), followed by crossbreed cats, which typically live for another 11.9 years, as compared to purebred cats, who instead live for another 10.4 years.
—Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Actor Jared Leto, 51, nailed cat couture, dressing as Choupette, Lagerfeld’s beloved blue-eyed Birman.
—People Staff, Peoplemag, 30 Dec. 2023
Celeb Inspo: Mandy Moore in an Ulla Johnson Dress with Alexandre Birman boots.
—Sarah Ball, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2023
Ahead of this year’s affair, the SKIMS mogul, 43, hoped to have a special date to accompany her on the red carpet: beloved Birman cat Choupette who belonged to the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, the Costume Institute’s most recent exhibit honoree.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023
Debuted in 2013, the timelessly feminine shoe is one of Birman’s core silhouettes and is a best-seller.
—Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2023
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
This time, Birman explored the vast and contrasting landscapes of Caatinga and Cerrado and was particularly inspired by the sand dunes and crystal-clear natural pools in the Lençóis Maranhenses national park in developing his expansive spring collection.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
The blue-cream Birman whom Karl Lagerfeld adopted in 2011, eight years before his death, continues to live in Paris with his former housekeeper, Françoise Caçot, who tended to many of her needs when Karl was alive.
—Mark Ellwood, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 July 2024
Burmese and Birman cats have the highest life expectancy after their first year of life (14.4 years), followed by crossbreed cats, which typically live for another 11.9 years, as compared to purebred cats, who instead live for another 10.4 years.
—Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Actor Jared Leto, 51, nailed cat couture, dressing as Choupette, Lagerfeld’s beloved blue-eyed Birman.
—People Staff, Peoplemag, 30 Dec. 2023
Celeb Inspo: Mandy Moore in an Ulla Johnson Dress with Alexandre Birman boots.
—Sarah Ball, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2023
Ahead of this year’s affair, the SKIMS mogul, 43, hoped to have a special date to accompany her on the red carpet: beloved Birman cat Choupette who belonged to the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, the Costume Institute’s most recent exhibit honoree.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023
Debuted in 2013, the timelessly feminine shoe is one of Birman’s core silhouettes and is a best-seller.
—Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2023
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