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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1930s Liberty Silk Velvet Rainbow Floral Print Jacket with Scarf
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
Liberty of London is renowned for its meticulously crafted fabrics whose exceptional quality, colour depth, and archival artistry have made them a cornerstone of British textile desi...
$476Sale Price|31% Off
Liberty Chocolate Brown Voided Velvet Fringed Shawl with Peacock Feather Design
By Liberty of London
Located in New Hope, PA
A charming Liberty of London shawl has a Peacock feather motif worked in chocolate brown voided velvet. The shawl has black and brown fringe on the ends ...
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...
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...
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...
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 butt...
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''
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...
Vintage Liberty of London Brown Wool Skirt Suit
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage skirt suit by Liberty of London, the fabric as you would expect is of superb quality. The jacket has a v shaped neckline with two button front opening and attract...
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''
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...
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...
1970s Hildebrand Liberty Print Red Wool Floral Skirt Suit
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A striking late 1970s or very early 1980s Hildebrand skirt suit crafted in high-quality Liberty wool, printed in vibrant florals of candy pink, orange, lilac and sage set against a r...
1970s Liberty Art Deco Style Shirt Dress with Diamond Buckle
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
This unusual dress was designed by iconic London department store Liberty during the early 1970s. Tailored from the brand’s signature Tana Lawn soft cotton, it is printed with a repe...
$72Sale Price|20% Off
LIBERTY OF LONDON Size XL Navy White Abstract Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt
By Liberty of London
Located in San Francisco, CA
LIBERTY OF LONDON long sleeve shirt in a navy cotton woven fabric featuring an abstract snakeskin stripe print with white marbled details, and button closure. Made in Italy.Excellent...
Luca Luca 1990s Terra Cotta Tan Sz 8 / 10 Virgin Wool Italian Vintage 90s Dress
By LUCA LUCA
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic never worn 1990s LUCA LUCA terra-cotta virgin wool sleeveless sheath dress! The perfect alternative to the little black dress, this gem off...
DOLCE & GABBANA cream 2001 Fur Trim Pearl Embellished Coat M
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana coat in white floral lace cotton (80%) and nylon (20%). Features a sculpted fitted silhouette with elegant knee length, long sleeves and a ties at the ...
Maxi printed silk jersey dress with bow tie Louis Féraud Paris Circa 1970's
By Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Maxi printed silk jersey dress with bow tie . Open and button ( covered with the same fabric) in the middle front. No lining. Flared sleeves. SIZE S
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Size: FR40
S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jaguar Lace-Up Khaki Blazer FR40
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche blazer from the Spring/Summer 2002 collection is crafted in khaki and features raw-edge jaguar print lace-up detailing along the shoulders, sleeve...
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA chartreuse chenille dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid, chartreuse green chenille dress with flared skirt from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1990's. No size indicated however this will best fit a S or M. Approximate measurement...
$16,920
Size: Small- Medium or US8
Chanel 2004 Limited Edition Runway Hooded Leather Sport Biker Jacket M US8 FR 40
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Chanel 2004 Limited Edition CC Runway Hooded Leather Sport Biker Jacket Size: Medium, US8, FR40 As seen on runway and Victoria Beckham (with white piping) Soft black lambskin...
$1,799
Size: FR 40 US 8
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black 3D Crochet Knit Ribbed Dress with Ruches Dior Logo Plate 40
By Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
An extremely luxurious and versatile CHRISTIAN DIOR classic signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, almost couture-like piece hand-...
Gianni Versace Backless Silk Dress with Leather Trim
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous full length black silk gown from Gianni Versace Couture. It has a front scoop neck, a deep cut out back and fabulous tan leather shoulders. It is semi fitted though the ...
Issey Miyake Skirt with Straps
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton blend skirt from Issey Miyake. The straight skirt has functional, adjustable straps and metal rings along each side. It is lined, has a front zipper with 2 me...
Dolce & Gabbana Strapless Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning fine silk leopard print bustier dress from Dolce and Gabbana. Ruching emanating from the center front creates a flattering cinched waist, in contrast the back is unadorned...
2004 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sculpted Quilted Leather Jacket
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sculpted Quilted Leather Jacket with Fur Tassel Belt, c. 2004 A rare and highly evocative Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche leather jacket...
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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. ...
1970S LIBERTY OF LONDON Brown & Neutral Tones Cotton Art Nouveau Metallic Print
By Liberty of London
Located in New York, NY
1970S LIBERTY OF LONDON Brown & Neutral Tones Cotton Art Nouveau Metallic Printed Dress
1970s Origin Liberty Carnation Print Dress
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
Late 1970s to early 1980s Liberty carnation print dress by Origin. This classic shirt-waister dress is made from a very fine quality lightweight cotton...
Liberty of London Floral Embroidered Silk Maxi Dress, Spring 2020
By Liberty of London
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Founded in 1875, the quintessentially British Liberty of London is known for their iconic Tudor style flagship store and unique luxury goods. Described by Oscar Wilde as the “chosen resort for the artistic shopper”, Liberty debuted their first ready-to-wear collection in Spring 2020 to critical acclaim. The design team was led by Holly Marler, who notably designed for Alexander McQueen early on in her career. “Each piece … tells a story, with the prints informing the silhouette of each garment from the beginning. We wanted to create a ready-to-wear collection for a mind-set rather than an age; a creative, eccentric collector, with a love of beautiful things and an appreciation for the hidden details,” said Marler of the 45-piece collection. Inspired by the Bloomsbury Set and female surrealist artists from the 30’s, Marler first designed the pieces on a miniature scale, placing the prints on the body of a small doll to ensure the prints looked “as beautiful in motion as they do lying flat”, and the result is nothing short of spectacular. From that collection, this incredible dress enchants and fascinates. Done in a sheer black silk and fine black tulle mesh, this feminine dress is an exploration of texture, color, and opacity. The black silk sleeves and skirt feature a version of the iconic Liberty Ianthe...
Vintage Liberty Print Cotton Dress
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage cotton dress by Liberty. The dress is in a floral print with as blue trim. It has a button from opening, with two pockets and pleats at the waist. Measurements : B...
Vintage Liberty Print Wool Dress
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage Liberty print wool dress. The dress has a black background with a floral print, with elbow length sleaves, an elasticated waist, front b...