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Liberty of London Clothing

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The Liberty of London department store, located in the fashionable west end of London in the United Kingdom, has been selling luxury items since 1875. From leather footstools in the shape of a hippo to elegantly hand-carved Moroccan coffee tables, there’s something to please every discerning collector. And while it became a reputable retailer over time, the original Liberty & Co. was a pivotal force in the development of the Aesthetic, Art Nouveau and the Arts and Crafts movements. As the champion of eclectic design throughout the centuries, Liberty continues to collaborate with designers to produce covetable interior fashion and accessories.

Arthur Liberty was born in 1843 in Buckinghamshire, England. His father, a draper, encouraged him to apprentice as a draper at age 16. Instead, he took an offer to work at Farmer and Rogers, a women’s fashion store. After ten years, he decided to strike out on his own. In 1875 he borrowed money from his father-in-law and leased a small store on the very prominent Regent Street, naming it the East India House.

Liberty’s store was very eclectic. It served as an emporium for Eastern imports, with a wildly varied collection of ornaments, fabrics and objects d’art — including imported antiques — on offer. In London, there was already a demand for and an interest in imported goods from India and elsewhere, so his business concept was an immediate success. He repaid his loan in less than two years and continually expanded by buying up all the buildings on his side of the street. His company was so successful that even the original Victoria and Albert Museum purchased Eastern textiles for its collection from his store.

By 1890, the firm came to be known as Liberty & Company. Liberty died in 1917, but the business continued to thrive. In 1924, the current iteration — and now world-famous — of the store was constructed. It was built in the Tudor Revival style and the structure's frame was made of wood salvaged from two British warships. In the 1950s and '60s, the store, now known as Liberty’s, helped spark the counterculture youth movements of the era as beatniks and hippies purchased fabrics and furnishings from this iconic store. 

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Designer: Liberty of London
Liberty of London Black and Gold Waistcoat.
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A stunning and useful black and gold waistcoat by Liberty of London. In an attractive black and gold fabric, the waistcoat has a v neckline and two button opening. It is fully lined ...
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Early 2000s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty of London Pink and Black Skirt Suit
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage skirt suit by Liberty of London , perfect for Spring / Summer. The jacket is Chanel style with a round neckline and two pockets on the front. The fabric as you would...
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1980s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Line Silk Blouse
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A super soft vintage silk blouse by Liberty of London. The blouse as a neck tie, and button cuffs and front button opening. Measurements: Bust 36'', length 22''
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1990s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Lawn Cotton Floral Dress
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage dress by Liberty . In lawn cotton the dress has ruffle detail at the neck, quilt detail on the front and cuffs, a front bu...
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1970s English Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Wool Floral Print Dress
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A great vintage dress for Fall from Liberty. In a wonderful floral mix of purple , green and blue , the dress has tucks on the bodice, shaped end of sleaves , a self fabric tie belt and button opening. It is unlined. UK size 12...
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1970s British Liberty of London Clothing

Fuschia Satin Evening Burnous By Liberty of London (Attributed to) Circa 1920
By Liberty of London
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1915 - 1925 France for cutting Asia Manila for the textile Fuchsia pink embroidered satin evening cape attributed to Liberty of London, a famous British House Circa 1915/1925....
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1920s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty / Cacharel Blue and White Floral Cotton Shirt
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage cotton shirt by Liberty / Cacharel. The shirt is in a blue and white print, and has a button front opening and pocket on the left hand side. Made in Italy. M...
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1970s Italian Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty of London Wool Skirt
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A chic , wool skirt by Liberty of London. The skirt has an elasticated waist and six button front opening. Measurements: Waist 26 -30'', length 30''
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1980s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Print Wool Skirt
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage wool skirt by Liberty of London. The skirt has a cream background with a green and purple floral print. It has an elasticated wais...
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1970s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Print for London Pride Silk Blouse
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage blouse in a grey , red and ivory Liberty print . The blouse has a cut away collar, central button opening and cuffs plus a 3'' slit on e...
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1970s British Liberty of London Clothing

Vintage Liberty Wool Skirt
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A great vintage skirt for Fall, from Liberty of London. The skirt is in a paisly print of plum, grey and pink. It has a pocket on either side, side zip opening and is fully lined.
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1970s British Liberty of London Clothing

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2010s British Liberty of London Clothing

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Liberty Of London clothing for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Liberty of London clothing available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of pink and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Mary Quant, Katharine Hamnett, and Hussein Chalayan appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Liberty of London clothing from top boutiques around the world. Liberty of London clothing prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $218 and tops out at $4,368, while the average work can sell for $244.
Questions About Liberty of London Clothing
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    A Liberty print is a pattern featured on fabrics made by the British company Liberty Fabrics. More than 45,000 of these prints have been unveiled since the founding of the brand in 1875. The company was initially called Liberty & Co. before the world came to know it as Liberty of London. Although they vary, Liberty prints typically share some similar characteristics, such as featuring natural motifs like flowers and leaves, flowing curved lines and patterning all over. Find a collection of vintage Liberty fabrics and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    To identify Liberty furniture, check discreet areas for a maker's mark. Most Liberty pieces feature a diamond-shaped tag made of ivorine or enameled brass that bears the Liberty name. Early pieces may feature a red or white paper label, while furnishings from select lines may feature an oval-shaped brass tag with the model and maker names. If you need help determining if a particular piece is a Liberty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Liberty furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Liberty fabrics are made near Lake Como, Italy. Every Liberty fabric begins with a pattern hand-drawn by in-house designers located in London. A team of skilled technicians oversees the production of the fabric, and Liberty Fabrics unveils around 150 new materials each year. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Liberty of London pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    London blue topaz is actually not from London. London refers to a specific shade of blue that London blue topaz bears. It's lighter than aquamarine but darker than a rich sapphire stone.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Peter Max's connection to the Statue of Liberty is that he created multiple paintings of the famous landmark. He made the first one for America's Bicentennial on July 4, 1976. You can shop a range of Peter Max art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The font used on London street signs is usually Univers Bold Condensed. However, local councils have the freedom to choose their own fonts, so you may see variations from the usual typeface in some places. You'll find a large collection of typographic art on 1stDibs.

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