Super model Karolina Kurkova attended the 2011 Met Costume Institute’s Gala after party honoring Alexander McQueen (Savage Beauty). She wore Alexandre Birman’s $750. Python platform sandal from his handmade shoe collection made of exotic reptile skins, suede, leather and patent leather for an authentic and trademark reptile look. The collections are available nationally at renowned retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Net-a-Porter. www.alexandrebirman.com