Wallpaper - British Shorthair Dapper Cat

Our British Shorthair Dapper Cat wallpaper brings together playful portraiture and bold decorative colour, created by artist Yvette St. Amant. A grey and white British Shorthair cat with wide, curious eyes takes centre stage, dressed in an ornate teal and turquoise floral jacket finished with a large leafy bow tie. Behind the portrait, a vibrant watermelon pink backdrop is patterned with graphic red leaf silhouettes, creating a lively contrast that feels eccentric and contemporary. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the motif is anchored by a strong central character and vivid contrast, we love using this design on a dedicated feature wall where the portrait remains the clear focal point. In a study or home office, it adds immediate warmth and an eclectic, creative mood without overwhelming the workspace. It also works brilliantly in a dressing room, a teenage room, or a bedroom, especially on the wall behind a bed or dressing table. In a living room, giving the wallpaper an uninterrupted wall allows the balance between the detailed teal clothing and the graphic pink and red backdrop to stand out fully.

Styling it

To let the artwork lead the space, we suggest pairing this mural wallpaper with simple, tailored furniture shapes in clean lines.

• Warm wood tones such as teak or mid-toned walnut ground the bright palette and tie into the vintage eclectic feel of the illustration.
• Rich jewel tones in surrounding textiles, such as a deep teal cushion or a forest green throw, naturally extend the colours of the cat's jacket into the wider room.
• Brass or warm metallic lighting fixtures complement the 1970s maximalist influence while adding gentle contrast against the vivid pink background.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by a bold interplay of watermelon pink, rich teal, turquoise, and fiery red, balanced by the cool grey and crisp white of the cat's fur. When painting adjacent walls or woodwork, a muted blush or soft off-white keeps the surrounding space airy while letting the central motif pop. For a moodier, more enveloping scheme, colour-drenching adjacent walls or skirting boards in a deep teal or eucalyptus green creates a seamless, design-led frame around the artwork.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard fixed-size rolls. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure that gives the surface a refined finish. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our wall murals make it easy to transform your home with confidence.