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Liberty LBTY. Vine Thief

In Appreciation Of: Liberty LBTY.’s Vine Thief

Sweet, creamy and flirtatious - meet the eighth fragrance in Liberty’s print-inspired collection.
By: Georgia Graham

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By: Georgia Graham
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In Appreciation Of: Liberty LBTY.’s Vine Thief

Sweet, creamy and flirtatious - meet the eighth fragrance in Liberty’s print-inspired collection.

By: Georgia Graham

The Synopsis

Great art is always a process of translation. Turning an idea into something tangible for an audience to enjoy; a painting, a piece of music, or even a smell. The Liberty LBTY. fragrance collection does just that, translating the vast universe of Liberty’s history into seven unforgettable scents. Each fragrance in the collection is based on one of the original Liberty prints, using this as a starting point to explore Liberty’s design archive.

This month, Liberty LBTY. welcomes an eighth fragrance into the collection, the cheeky Vine Thief, inspired by the print of the same name. A woody, fruity scent, Vine Thief brings to mind a garden of sprawling vines where colourful birds hop playfully between the leaves, nibbling on tiny strawberries and twittering in harmony.

The Rise to Fame

To bring the LBTY. collection to life, Liberty invited a group of world-renowned perfumers to design the fragrances. Vine Thief is the creation of Honorine Blanc, known for her ability to craft artfully imperfect yet addictive scents. For Vine Thief, she took the Kings Road in the 70s as her inspiration. It was an era when the punks ruled London, outfitted by Vivienne Westwood and Malcom McLaren who ran a legendary boutique in World’s End.

The Credentials

In this scent, lush florals are paired with creamy notes and smoky leather. With top notes of strawberry liquor and orris, it opens with a powdery, floral smell, drying down to the sweet, velvety notes of musk, vanilla and condensed milk. “Mashing up the edgy leather of punk with a bright, mouthwatering strawberry note,” is how Blanc describes it. “Bringing colour and optimism to the leather irreverence, and a subtle wink to Liberty’s Vine Thief fabric.”

The Star Quality

Alongside the print history, Vine Thief’s ingredients also have their own stories to tell. Did you know that the strawberry scent was inspired by the famous Bonne Maman jam? The sweet and delicious ‘tartine’ staple with its recognizable Vichy check lid. Or that the key ingredient, Orris Absolute, is one of the most expensive raw materials in the word? Extracted from the roots of the iris flower and originating in the Himalayan regions of China, it can cost over 50,000 euros per kilo.

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Inspired by LBTY: Liberty 1875 by RA Schools Graduate Esther Gamsu

Meet the winning Royal Academy Schools graduate behind the design of Liberty LBTY. Fragrance’s latest scent.
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In Full Colour: Inside the Bold Kaleidoscope of Dries Van Noten Beauty

Liberty explores Dries Van Noten’s unbridled expression of maximalist bliss as the innovative brand brings its beauty collection to our Beauty Hall…

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Head artisan Manon works on cutting leather from a larger piece. On the wall behind her are various hammers and tools of the leather working trade.

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Step inside the Scottish leather accessories expert’s Edinburgh Atelier with head artisan, Manon
By: Harriet Brown

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Archival Inspiration: The Story of Liberty Scarves

As we celebrate 150 years, allow us to take you on the journey of one of our most iconic products.
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In the Lobby with Réservation Parfums

Check in to the fantastical world of Liberty’s latest fragrance arrival, and uncover a world where scent and storytelling combine.
By: Harriet Brown

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The hardest-working formulas full of cutting-edge ingredients, straight from the pros. Liberty shares the expert-led skincare brands deserving of your precious shelf space
By: Shannon Peter

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Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Eau de Parfum

In The Studio with Ex Nihilo

Join Liberty as we step into Ex Nihilo’s world of boundary-pushing perfumery - where Parisian artistry meets innovation, and every scent is a statement of individuality.
By: Team Liberty

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Perfumer Clement Gavarry

Meet the Perfumer: Clement Gavarry

The creator of Liberty LBTY.’s new fragrance tells us about bottling 150 years of history and collaborating with the Royal Academy Schools
By: Georgia Graham

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By: Georgia Graham
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Arabella Preston’s Natural Skincare Mission

Liberty talks to the Votary co-founder about building a skincare empire, from the kitchen table to the Liberty Beauty Hall
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