BURBERRY (F)

Established by Thomas Burberry in 1856, Burberry combines our founder’s passion for the outdoors with modern British design.
As a 21-year-old former draper’s apprentice, Thomas Burberry noticed that people struggled with heavy, uncomfortable outerwear when braving the British weather. He had a vision – to create a breathable fabric that would enable people to move freely. 23 years after founding Burberry, Thomas achieved his vision with the revolutionary invention of gabardine in 1879.
This legacy of exploration keeps outdoor inspiration at the forefront of our designs. Our house signatures, from the trench coat and Burberry Check to the Equestrian Knight Design, reflect this adventurous heritage.