From humble beginnings to one of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishing brand. For 70 years, we’ve stayed true to our roots, putting great design at the heart of your life and your home.
The Laura Ashley journey can be traced back to 1953, when Laura and Bernard Ashley began hand-painting fabric at their kitchen table in their tiny flat in Pimlico, after being inspired by a Women’s Institute exhibition at the V&A museum. From our first tea towel collection to a full catalogue of home furnishings, over the years Laura Ashley has always managed to capture the mood of the moment and continues to be renowned for its classic British design and craftsmanship today.
Helen Ashmore, Head of Design at Laura Ashley comments “Our 70th Anniversary is a real chance to celebrate our history and the story of an inspiring start-up built upon entrepreneurial ambition, craft, creation and traditional values of quality and originality. Delving back through designs and prints of years gone by really shines a light on how the extensive brand heritage continues to inspire the collections and products that we design today.”
We are delighted to continue to champion the key aspects of the brand through our ranges of fitted kitchen and bedroom furniture which are both designed and handcrafted in Britain. Each range is curated by a team of designers who have chosen the subtle colours, stylish features and classic finishes to reflect the brand and its customers.
The Laura Ashley Kitchen Collection
The Laura Ashley Kitchen Collection offers a tailor-made style, expertly crafted in Yorkshire the kitchens are designed in keeping with the style we know and love. Only the finest materials are used for the cabinetry, which can be teamed with a choice of paint colours, handles, worksurfaces, taps, sinks and all the finishing touches that give each kitchen a bespoke look. The Laura Ashley Kitchen Collection is designed to fit in with modern lifestyles, bringing traditional charm and character and blending it with a contemporary, multifunctional way of living. Alongside Shaker-style and minimalist cabinets are a wide range of storage solutions such as islands, pull-out pantries, hidden slots for trays and chopping boards, plate racks and open shelving. There is even the option of matching utility areas, boot rooms and hallways for a co-ordinated look throughout.
The Laura Ashley Fitted Bedroom Collection
The Laura Ashley Bedroom Collection comprises of classic fitted bedroom furniture that will turn any space into a relaxing sanctuary. The timeless styles are characterful and ooze charm, they are available in 12 paint-to-order colours including matt finishes perfect for a more modern-traditional look. Choose from fitted wardrobes, bedside cabinets, dressing tables and chests for a unique bedroom that offers the perfect retreat at the end of a long day and make it unique with a choice of co-ordinating tops, handles and internal storage solutions to ensure clothes, shoes and accessories are always within easy access. There are also window seats to create the perfect spot for reading or simply watching the world go by.