Gifts For the Classy Cat People in Your Life

Colourful, sculptural, and oh so cosy! Meyou Paris makes some of the most beautiful cat beds around, available in a range of colours to suit the interior design style of just about any modern aesthete. Finally, a cat bed that won’t just hide away in the corner.

During the early days of the pandemic, interior photographer Paul Barbera – who has worked with everyone from Vogue Living to Hermès – began travelling around his native Australia photographing cats in some of the country’s most beautifully designed homes. The resulting book is a joy to behold for cat lovers and aesthetes alike.

Just a fabulous pair of earrings for the ultra-chic cat lover in your life. 10/10. No notes.

Without a doubt the most delightful item on the list, this custom ceramic portrait of a loved kitty is thoughtful beyond belief. All you need to do is send Jackie the ceramicist a pic of the pet in question and let her know if you would like a mouse or bird ‘present’ featured alongside their beloved. Bear in mind these portraits take three weeks to complete, so order well in advance.

Pardon my French, but this candle is f*cking cool! As it melts, it reveals a metal skeleton hiding inside. Finally, a special-shaped candle you’ll actually want to light. The candle is unscented, burns for about 20 hours and comes in seven different colours.

We all have that loved one who embodies the same energy as their cat – quippy, sarcastic and terribly stylish. See if this humourous doormat gift can turn their resting b*tch face into something resembling a smile.

This adorable little bowl is perfect for all those little bits your cat-loving friend is always losing – earrings, keys, change and more.

These gorgeous cards, with their gold foiled edges and holographic details, were designed by artist Ivy Feng to commemorate the passing of her beloved cat, Bosco. They are presented in an equally gorgeous box with an explanatory booklet for tarot novices.

A classic of American design, the Kit-Cat clock was created during the height of the Great Depression, but didn’t achieve true icon status until the 1950s, when it became a prominent fixture in kitchens across the country. It’s made in the US, available in two sizes, and has the signature wagging tail and shifting eyes that made the original so much fun. A plus? This one doesn’t come with the somewhat maddening tick-tock sound. 

Artist Leah Reena Goren combines her enchanting artwork with funny essays and interviews that explore the enduring love and affection between women and cats. It’s a real gem. 

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Cat-eye glasses for a cat-themed gift guide? Groundbreaking.” First of all: how dare you. And second of all: fair. But they are cute. And the price is oh-so-right.