The blue and white Selkirk Rex is a large, heavy-boned breed with soft, curly fur. This breed has a powerful body, a round, broad head, medium-sized ears, large, round eyes, a full chest, a stocky build (semi-long body), large, round paws, and a thick, medium-length tail.

The Selkirk Rex can have any coat color, but its eye color must match its coat color. Furthermore, this breed comes in both long-haired and short-haired varieties, both possessing a unique, soft, luxurious, and curly coat.