Celebrating 20 Years of Lilya

LILYA was born from a desire to create timeless pieces women could actually live in. No fuss, no hype; just clothes that fit well, feel right, and last. We are so proud to celebrate two decades of creativity, community, and women who inspire us.

Dear Friends,

This year marks 20 years of LILYA, and I find myself reflecting with so much gratitude — for where it all began, the journey that’s brought us here, and the future we’re still growing into.

When I started LILYA in 2005, my dream was simple: to create clothing that felt as natural and timeless as the women who wear them. I never chased trends or noise — instead, I followed what felt true to me: comfort, refined simplicity, and pieces that last. Two decades on, it fills me with pride to see how that vision has grown into a brand woven into the lives of women all around the world. From mothers to daughters, creatives to travellers, you — the LILYA woman — have always been at the heart of everything we do.

Along the way, I’ve learnt my most important lessons: stay small, stay true, protect your peace, and always create from the heart. That’s what endures.
For two decades, we’ve worked with the same four family-run factories in Bali — most of them women-owned — and I am endlessly thankful for those partnerships built on trust and care. Together, we’ve been able to create thoughtfully and sustainably, making only what’s ordered, with little to no waste. Every piece carries those values with it.

These 20 years wouldn’t mean anything without your love and support. To our customers, our community, our makers, our stockists, and everyone who has believed in this journey — thank you. You’ve been my inspiration, my encouragement, and the reason LILYA has stood the test of time. LILYA has always been more than clothing — it’s about storytelling, connection, memories, and the way we feel in what we wear. And now, with Harvest, our 20th anniversary collection, we honour where we’ve been and look ahead to the chapters still to come.

With Love,
Lisa