The shoulders are large and muscular with a well-developed chest giving a solid, sturdy appearance. The tail is heavier at the base, tapering slightly to the tip and is of moderate length. The legs are straight, fine-boned and comparatively short for the body size. The feet are small and round. The coat texture is dense and soft and may be longer than thatof other domestic shorthair cats.
Females usually have a silkier and thinner coat than that of the males.
Color ranges from pale gold to copper. Brilliant orange is preferred. Any shade of blue-gray from ash to slate. Tips may be lightly brushed with silver. Emphasis on uniformity and clarity of color rather than shade.