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 there and we have fabulous handmade beds, bowls, treats and other goodies we've no room for in the webshop.
We are there regularly Thursday, Friday and
Saturday - see contact us for details.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday is by appointment only - please call Sarah on 07836 592 415 to confirm your visit.
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