Known for their distinctive and accessible fragrances, Liz Claiborne has been crafting memories in a bottle since the 1980s. Liz Claiborne, full name Anne Elisabeth Jane Claiborne, was a trailblazer, not just in fashion but in business. She was the first woman to become chair and CEO of a Fortune 500 company, setting a precedent for female leadership in the corporate world. Liz Claiborne perfumes are renowned for their longevity and innovative combos, and they are a great value for the price. Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up all of our favorite Liz Claiborne perfumes below:
Curve by Liz Claiborne
It’s impossible to know the Liz Claiborne name without knowing Curve by Liz Claiborne. Floral, citrus, and fresh all at once, this distinctive perfume launched in 1996 and has remained popular – yet budget friendly – ever since. One of the most versatile scents from the brand, it promises to effortlessly carry you from the office to after work drinks with its notes of blackberry, grapefruit, bergamot, Mandarin orange, and peach.
Recommended related fragrances: Cool Water by Davidoff Perfume, Burberry Touch Perfume by Burberry, Fire & Ice Perfume by Revlon
Lucky You by Liz Claiborne
Heading out on a first date and not sure what to spritz? The only option is Lucky You by Liz Claiborne, of course. This floral scent has a gorgeous, powdery, musky undertone that’s perfect for flirty occasions with someone special. Expect a heady array of notes including grapefruit, fresh green notes, jasmine, poppy, sandalwood, amber, and musk.
Recommended related fragrances: Daisy Eau So Fresh by Marc Jacobs, Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden, Jadore by Christian Dior
Curve Crush by Liz Claiborne
Keep things classy with a splash of Curve Crush before you leave the house. This is one of the most timeless Liz Claiborne perfumes and is much-loved by women of all generations, blending warm spicy notes with a lactonic, sweet finish. Fruity and floral, this is a scent you’ll love to spritz before date nights or fun evenings out with your closest friends.
Recommended related fragrances: Sun Di Gioia by Giorgio Armani, Libre by Yves Saint Laurent, Orchid Leather Van Cleef & Arpels by Van Cleef & Arpels
Lucky Number 6 by Liz Claiborne
Lucky Number 6 offers something a little different in the world of Liz Claiborne perfumes. Like its name suggests, this is a perfume to bring out on those days when you need a little extra lucky charm to work its magic. Floral and musky with an amber and woody base, its heart notes of tea, litchi, and jasmine are both refreshing and feminine.
Recommended related fragrances: Balmya by Pierre Balmain, Eclat D’arpege by Lanvin, Chelsea Dreams by Old England
Claiborne by Liz Claiborne
You know it’s an extra special perfume when the brand names it after its founder and Claiborne by Liz Claiborne offers exactly that. This is a scent that balances its classic floral notes with something lighter and greener than the usual offering from the brand. Carnation, lily, freesia, mandarin, and marigold combine with sandalwood, amber, oakmoss, and musk in a scent that promises to always work its magic.
Recommended related fragrances: Narciso Rodriguez by Narciso Rodriguez, Kenzo Flower by Kenzo Perfume, Armani Si by Giorgio Armani
Mambo by Liz Claiborne
Mambo by Liz Claiborne is a great choice for when you’re next heading off to a hot, exotic vacation, (or when you want to smell like you are heading to the tropics). It’s a perpetual winner in your suitcase, opening with sweet notes that pave the way into the classic sunshine-hued scent. Expect a good-enough-to-eat opening of mango, Mandarin orange, and ylang-ylang with a gently spiced heart of orange blossom, ginger, and hibiscus.
Recommended related fragrances: Boucheron Perfume by Boucheron, Ck One by Calvin Klein, Jovan Musk Perfume by Jovan
Bora Bora by Liz Claiborne
While Mambo is best for tropical vacations, Bora Bora by Liz Claiborne is the iconic vacation scent that’ll have you dreaming of coconuts on the beach and palm tree breeze even when you’re sat at home. This floral fragrance wows with heady tuberose notes, combined with ginger, Mandarin orange, and sandalwood. Sensual and soft, it’s perfect for romantic getaways.
Recommended related fragrances: Lolita Lempicka by Lolita Lempicka, Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso, Viva La Juicy by Juicy Couture
Now that we’ve taken you through the best Liz Claiborne perfumes, head on over to perfume.com and choose your favorites. Shop our best sellers here.
Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
