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May 6, 2026
How I Shop with Kim Cattrall: ‘If it’s necessary to wear underwear, I like luxury’
Always wondered what everyday stuff celebrities buy, where they shop for food, and the basic they scrimp on? The actor talks well-brewed tea, never lending books, and the joy of dining at home with the Filter

TL;DR
- Kim Cattrall, known for her role as Samantha Jones, discusses her shopping habits and preferences.
- She prefers tactile shopping experiences and avoids extensive online purchasing, valuing the feel of fabrics and reading labels.
- Cattrall enjoys food shopping, with favorite spots including Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury's, and Fortnum & Mason.
- She prioritizes luxury for necessary items like underwear and enjoys department stores such as Bloomingdale's.
- Cattrall is not a fan of gadgets, preferring books, and cherishes her book collection, rarely lending them out.
- Her biggest splurge was her New York City apartment, which she renovated extensively with designer Tony Ingrao.
- She prefers tea over coffee and enjoys brands like Barry's and Yorkshire Tea.
- Cattrall finds joy in furnishing her homes, with her Vancouver Island home taking 12 years to complete.
- She appreciates vintage finds, like a 1926 glass mirrored table, and values items that hold sentimental value.
- She buys chia seeds repeatedly for energy and satiety.
- Cattrall orders air filters regularly for her air purifier due to frequent travel.