20 Years of Canine Couture: Inside Lilly Shahravesh’s London Design Studio

Founded in East London in 2003, LISH London has spent more than twenty years creating luxury dog accessories inspired by British craftsmanship, heritage textiles, and timeless design.

Long before luxury petwear became widely recognised, founder Lilly Shahravesh was bringing a fashion-led perspective to canine accessories, combining traditional craftsmanship with carefully selected natural materials designed to last for years rather than seasons.

From Fashion Textiles to Luxury Petwear

Lilly Shahravesh has worked in high-fashion textiles and design for over 36 years, developing a strong appreciation and understanding for craftsmanship, material quality, and durability.

In 2003, she brought this background into the world of quality pet accessories, applying the same design principles traditionally associated with fashion and interiors to canine products. What began as an innovative new concept at the time has since grown into an established British luxury petwear brand.

Behind-the-scenes design inspiration wall at a British heritage dog accessories studio with Vogue magazines, fashion cutouts, and bespoke pattern pieces

A British Brand Rooted in Craftsmanship

From the beginning, LISH London focused on creating beautifully made dog accessories using traditional craftsmanship and carefully sourced materials. Many collections feature heritage fabrics and natural materials including Harris Tweed®, vegetable-tanned leather, wool, linen and solid brass fittings.

Many collars and leads are handcrafted using traditional saddlery techniques, including reinforced stitching, edge finishing, hand polishing, and solid brass fittings. These carefully considered details help create pieces designed for long-term everyday use while reflecting the craftsmanship behind each collection.

Designer Harris Tweed Dog Coat Sketch

Canine Couture and Industry Recognition

Lilly Shahravesh’s influence within luxury petwear expanded further through her book Canine Couture, exploring the connection between fashion, craftsmanship and modern dog ownership.

Over the years, Lilly’s work has been showcased alongside renowned British designers including Vivienne Westwood, while LISH London has also been featured by publications including Vogue, the Financial Times, House & Garden, Country Living and the BBC.

Today, LISH London continues to be recognised for its blend of British heritage, timeless design and carefully crafted luxury dog accessories designed to last for years, not seasons.

Terrier being hand-fitted with a paper pattern at LISH London's East London design studio, surrounded by rolls of fabric

Designed for Dogs and Modern Homes

LISH London collections are designed to fit naturally into homes while remaining practical for everyday life with dogs. Neutral tones, heritage fabrics and materials allow each piece to complement contemporary interiors as well as daily walks, travel and home living.

Sewing machine with neutral fabrics and leather straps

More Than Twenty Years of British Luxury Petwear

More than twenty years after it was founded, LISH London continues to champion a more thoughtful approach to luxury petwear, rooted in craftsmanship, quality materials and enduring British design.

Real Reviews From Dog Owners

"This was my first time ordering from Lish London, and from the beginning I found customer service to be excellent-friendly and helpful.
I have a little mini schnauzer, who forgot to grow, so I had to email for advice, send products back, and on all occasions my emails were answered promptly, with quick refunds.
The Walter Pink is so gorgeous, outstanding quality leather, that I decided to buy the set for both my mini schnauzers." - Dog Mom Lynda

A Note From Us:
We share our blogs to help fellow dog owners make informed decisions, but they shouldn't replace professional veterinary advice. If you're ever worried about your dog, please speak to your vet. While we take care to ensure the information we publish is accurate, LISH London cannot guarantee that all information remains current or applicable to every individual situation. - LISH London

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