The Timeless Legacy of Burberry: A British Icon
2025-03-28
Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, Burberry
The Birth of an Icon: The Gabardine Fabric
In 1879, Thomas Burberry revolutionized outerwear by inventing gabardine, a breathable, weatherproof fabric woven from tightly spun yarn. This breakthrough led to the creation of the legendary Burberry trench coat, originally designed for military officers during World War I. The coat’s functional details, such as D-rings for attaching equipment and storm shields, remain signature elements today.
The Burberry Check: A Symbol of Luxury
The brand’s hallmark nova check
From Royal Warrants to Runway Reinvention
Burberry earned its first Royal Warrant