10 Cheeky Doormats to Define Your Home’s Personality

From symbols to typography, these doormats speak louder than words.

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The right doormat can set the tone for your home: It’s the last thing you see when you leave, and the first thing guests see when they arrive. Think of it as a little piece of art that explains the personality of the house and its inhabitants. Here, you’ll find the cutest designs to create a warm or whimsical welcome fit for a shoefie.

The Neighbors Have Better Stuff

Create a fun welcome and ward off potential thieves in the process with this playful doormat. Though fair warning, if the thieves in question have a sense of humor, they may very well want to steal the mat itself.

Neighbors Doormat, Reed Wilson Design, $49.99

Hello & Goodbye

For when you’re not a fan of small talk and want to let your household items do the greetings and goodbyes for you. The unique geometric shape is a decorative bonus.

Bonjour & Au Revoir Doormat, Anthropologie, $48

I’m Mat

Honest. To the point. Chic, minimalist design. Basically, this welcome mat is everything we’re looking for in a doorstep accessory.

“I’m Mat” Welcome Mat, Houzz, $18.99

Fair Warning

A good host lets their guests know what they’re getting into—let your doormat do the talking with this hand painted (and totally customizable) piece.

EndieCo Funny Kids Doormat, Etsy, $22.50+

Yes We Do

Well, we do hope you brought wine. Because wine goes perfectly with dinner, and it’s great during a game, movie, or Tuesday night.

“We Hope You Brought Wine” Doormat, Houzz, $32

Hola, Bonita

Simple topography with a neutral background? Yes, please. Bonus: It’s a quality product by Detroit-based designer Reed Wilson.

Hola Doormat, Reed Wilson Design, $49.99

One Wild Welcome

This geometric design brings a bohemian feel to an otherwise basic spot. This cool welcome sign shows you pay attention to details and appreciate a funky print with a classic message.

Natural Typography Doormat, Target, $12.99

Love Lives Here

his doormat is for the lovers out there. Your home will have a hippy Valentine’s Day vibe year round with this cheeky mat.

Natural Valentine’s Doormat, Target, $12.99

Customize Your Home

The minor imperfections of these custom-painted mats create an Instagram-ready greeting that is 100-percent you.

Custom Painted Doormat, Etsy, $37

Home is Where I Want to Be

Fans of Talking Heads will appreciate this social media-ready mat. Just be prepared for every guest to pause to snap a pic.

This Must Be The Place Doormat, Etsy, $40

This story was originally published May 3, 2017. It has been updated with new information. 

Elly Leavitt

Writer and Editor

Elly enjoys covering anything from travel to funky design (tubular furniture, anyone?) to the latest cultural trend. Her dream apartment would exist on the Upper West Side and include a plethora of mismatched antique chairs, ceramic vessels, and floor-to-ceiling bookcases—essential to her goal of becoming a poor man’s Nora Ephron. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe’s. You will never find her at SoulCycle.