In Spring 2002, two apparently identical, fluffy, black puppies met on Primrose Hill and began to play. Holly, (the collie cross) and Lil, (the flatcoat retriever) joined forces for many long walks whilst we, their owners, discussed life and other stuff - such as why you could never buy really wonderful dog collars?

We decided to start making their own collars for Holly and Lily - and then for friends who wanted them too. Eventually, Holly&Lil Collar Couture became a fully-fledged business.

The philosophy behind Holly&Lil is to combine the British tradition of quality handmade leatherwork with a keen design edge which, we believe, no other company can match. Exciting new collections are introduced every season and Holly&Lil also offers a unique 'Make Me One' Bespoke service - used by show dog owners and many other people who want their dogs to wear complete one-offs.

The dog collars are fun and funky, but most designs are also extremely practical and hardwearing; tried and tested by Holly and Lil and their friends of many breeds, shapes and sizes; mud-puddlers, squirrel-chasers, sea-swimmers and grass-rollers all!

Today our handmade collars are worn by dogs and cats all over the world, from Brighton to Bangkok and from Moscow to Tokyo. Our thanks to everyone who has helped along the way; people friends, dog friends, cat pals and - of course - Holly&Lil themselves !

And now you can come and meet Holly and Lily in "person" in our shop at 103 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XB. All our collar collections are here and we have fabulous handmade beds, bowls, treats and other goodies we've no room for in the webshop.
We are open Tuesday through to Saturday - see contact us for details/opening hours