Liberty
Design. Pattern. Colour.
Published to mark the 150th
anniversary of the founding of
Liberty, this book celebrates
the extraordinary range of
innovative fabric designs that
have been at the forefront of
the business and its global
reputation for well over
a century. Liberty—an icon of design innovation and luxury—is renowned internationally for fabric designs on silk, wool, cashmere and, most famously, Tana Lawn™ Cotton. Gathered here are 150 of the most striking and significant Liberty patterns, ranging from much-loved florals to bold and abstract designs and contemporary collaborations. Published to mark Liberty's 150th anniversary, this beautifully produced book places fabrics in the context of the store’s wider design history—from the retailer's remarkable Tudor Revival building to posters, advertising, and branding. It presents the very latest examples of Liberty design alongside prints, drawings, and…
Kassia St Clair is a writer, cultural historian, and color expert. She is the best-selling author of The Secret Lives of Color and The Golden Thread: How Fabric Changed History.
