The single most important thing about any cat collar is how quickly it comes off when the cat is caught on something, and this one is built on a quick-release buckle that pops open under pressure. That is not a minor feature to skim past. Cats climb through gaps, over fences and under sheds, and a collar that will not release is a genuine hazard rather than a theoretical one.

Beyond the safety buckle it is a straightforward seasonal collar: an adjustable band with a small pumpkin charm and a bell, in three sizes. The bell is worth thinking about in both directions. It gives garden birds warning your cat is coming, which is a real benefit in spring and summer, and it also tells you where the cat is. Some cats find it irritating and it can usually be removed if yours is one of them.

• Quick-release safety buckle that opens under pressure - Small pumpkin charm and bell - Adjustable band in three sizes, S to L - Halloween design intended for seasonal wear - Single design across all three sizes

On fit: a cat collar is right when you can slide two fingers flat between the collar and the neck. Looser than that and a paw or jaw can get through it; tighter and it rubs. Check it again every few weeks on a growing kitten.

Who it's for: Cat owners who want something seasonal without giving up the breakaway buckle their cat should be wearing anyway.