Burberry

The Burberry company officially started in 1856 when a young Thomas Burberry, formerly a draper’s apprentice, opened his own store in Basingstoke, Hampshire England. He was 21 years old. The store’s reputation for providing quality outdoor attire grew over the next several years. The year 1880 saw the company’s introduction of gabardine, a water-resistant yet breathable fabric that Burberry began incorporating into his designs. It was also around this time when the store began to be known, not simply as “Burberry,” but “Burberrys of London” (a name that can be found on some vintage items from the time). This change in designation was a result of customers from all over world referring to this increasingly popular store. In 1891, another store was opened in Haymarket, London. The official Burberry logo was designed in 1901 and featured an equestrian knight and the Latin word “prorsum” (or “forward”). In 1911, Burberry provided coats and tents for outdoorsman Roald Amundsen’s expedition to the South Pole, and also for his expedition across the frozen tundra of Antarctica in 1914. British mountaineer George Mallory wore a Burberry gabardine jacket when climbing Mount Everest in 1924. In that same year, Burberry was commissioned by the United Kingdom War Office to design a raincoat suitable for battle, and the “trench coat” was born. First worn only by military personnel, the coats became popular with the general public in the late 1920s. The signature Burberry check design became the standard lining for the trench coat. Christopher Bailey joined the company as creative director decades later, in 2001. In July 2002, Burberry Group plc was floated on the London Stock Exchange. By late 2005, the UK retailing group GUS had handed over its remaining interest in Burberry to its shareholders. That same year, Sanyo Shokai was the license holder in Japan for Burberry’s ready-to-wear line. Rose Marie Bravo, Burberry’s Chief Executive, retired in 2006. During her tenure at Burberry, Bravo had been responsible for the brand’s mass market success as a result of licensing. American businesswoman Angela Ahrendts took Bravo’s place, and was named as the company’s CEO in 2006. Formerly a VP at Liz Claiborne, Ahrendts brought her exceptional business acumen over to the Burberry brand and, along with creative director Bailey, changed the brand’s “chav-like” (or ruffian-like) reputation back to a more refined status. The two executives achieved this by removing the signature Burberry check pattern from 90% of the company’s products. They also bought out the Spanish franchise worth 20% of group revenues. These and other decisions were made as a result of a business approach modeled after iconic design brands that included Apple Inc. In 2014, Christopher Bailey took Ahrendts’ place as Burberry’s CEO and Chief Creative Officer. The success of the Burberry brand is further underlined by the fact that Queen Elizabeth II and the Prince of Wales granted Royal Warrants to the company, an honor that remains in effect despite closure of the Burberry factory in Wales. The company’s viability is shown in its listing on the London Stock Exchange, as well as its place as a constituent in the FTSE 100 Index. Ranked 73rd in Interbrand’s “Best Global Brands” list in 2014, Burberry has proven to be one of the world’s most lucrative brands. The company has stores and franchises across the globe, and also sells through concessions in third-party stores. As one of Britain’s most famous fashion houses, Burberry continues to distribute outerwear, accessories, fragrances, sunglasses and cosmetics. The tartan pattern that characterizes the brand is one of the most frequently copied trademarks. The brand’s iconic designs include the famous Burberry handbags, which often sport the brand’s distinctive check-mark pattern. Celebrities who wear Burberry include Victoria Beckham, Kate Bosworth, Sandra Bullock, Naomi Campbell, Alexa Chung, Anna Kendrick, Jennifer Lawrence, and Michelle Williams.
278 items
    1. BURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag TanBURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Tan

      Burberry Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Tan

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $1,095

    2. BURBERRY Calfskin Small Clifton Bag BlackBURBERRY Calfskin Small Clifton Bag Black

      Burberry Calfskin Small Clifton Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $525

    3. BURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Canterbury Tote ChocolateBURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Canterbury Tote Chocolate

      Burberry Haymarket Check Small Canterbury Tote Chocolate

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $595

    4. BURBERRY Marais Calfskin Medium Belt Bag Deep ClaretBURBERRY Marais Calfskin Medium Belt Bag Deep Claret

      Burberry Marais Calfskin Medium Belt Bag Deep Claret

      Condition: Excellent

      $650

    5. BURBERRY Coated Canvas Horseferry Print Grace Bag BlackBURBERRY Coated Canvas Horseferry Print Grace Bag Black

      Burberry Coated Canvas Horseferry Print Grace Bag Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $650

    6. BURBERRY Econyl Logo Print Large Cannon Bum Bag BlackBURBERRY Econyl Logo Print Large Cannon Bum Bag Black

      Burberry Econyl Logo Print Large Cannon Bum Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $550

    7. BURBERRY Canvas Knitted Check Mini Peg Duffle Bag SherbertBURBERRY Canvas Knitted Check Mini Peg Duffle Bag Sherbert

      Burberry Canvas Knitted Check Mini Peg Duffle Bag Sherbert

      Condition: Excellent

      $625

    8. BURBERRY Smooth Calfskin Snip Bag LakeBURBERRY Smooth Calfskin Snip Bag Lake

      Burberry Smooth Calfskin Snip Bag Lake

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $800

    9. BURBERRY Nylon Paddy Logo Messenger BlackBURBERRY Nylon Paddy Logo Messenger Black

      Burberry Nylon Paddy Logo Messenger Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $795

    10. BURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack KnightBURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack Knight

      Burberry Nova Check Roll Backpack Knight

      Condition: Excellent

      $795

    11. BURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack BlueBURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack Blue

      Burberry Nova Check Roll Backpack Blue

      Condition: Excellent

      $775

    12. BURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack KnightBURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack Knight

      Burberry Nova Check Roll Backpack Knight

      Condition: Excellent

      $895

    13. BURBERRY Marais Calfskin Small Belt Bag Dark BeigeBURBERRY Marais Calfskin Small Belt Bag Dark Beige

      Burberry Marais Calfskin Small Belt Bag Dark Beige

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $625

    14. BURBERRY Wool Bi-Color Logo Fringe Scarf Blue GrayBURBERRY Wool Bi-Color Logo Fringe Scarf Blue Gray

      Burberry Wool Bi-Color Logo Fringe Scarf Blue Gray

      Condition: New

      $295

    15. BURBERRY Vintage Check Grain Calfskin Halton Wallet BlackBURBERRY Vintage Check Grain Calfskin Halton Wallet Black

      Burberry Vintage Check Grain Calfskin Halton Wallet Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $450

    16. BURBERRY Trench Calfskin Medium Buckle Tote HoneyBURBERRY Trench Calfskin Medium Buckle Tote Honey

      Burberry Trench Calfskin Medium Buckle Tote Honey

      Condition: Excellent

      $1,125

    17. BURBERRY Prorsum Calfskin Studded Knight Satchel BlackBURBERRY Prorsum Calfskin Studded Knight Satchel Black

      Burberry Prorsum Calfskin Studded Knight Satchel Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $725

    18. BURBERRY Nylon Small Rucksack BackpackBURBERRY Nylon Small Rucksack Backpack

      Burberry Nylon Small Rucksack Backpack

      Condition: Excellent

      $650

    19. BURBERRY E-Canvas Stripe Book Tote Tan Archive BeigeBURBERRY E-Canvas Stripe Book Tote Tan Archive Beige

      Burberry E-Canvas Stripe Book Tote Tan Archive Beige

      Condition: Excellent

      $650

    20. BURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack BlackBURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Burberry Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $725

    21. BURBERRY House Check Medium Canterbury Tote Dark TanBURBERRY House Check Medium Canterbury Tote Dark Tan

      Burberry House Check Medium Canterbury Tote Dark Tan

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $425

    22. BURBERRY London Check Tote NavyBURBERRY London Check Tote Navy

      Burberry London Check Tote Navy

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $325

    23. BURBERRY House Check Continental Wallet BlackBURBERRY House Check Continental Wallet Black

      Burberry House Check Continental Wallet Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $195

    24. BURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack BlackBURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Burberry Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $695

    25. BURBERRY Calfskin Quilted Small Shield Shoulder Bag SlateBURBERRY Calfskin Quilted Small Shield Shoulder Bag Slate

      Burberry Calfskin Quilted Small Shield Shoulder Bag Slate

      Condition: Excellent

      $550

    26. BURBERRY Silk Wool Gauze Giant Check Scarf Ash RoseBURBERRY Silk Wool Gauze Giant Check Scarf Ash Rose

      Burberry Silk Wool Gauze Giant Check Scarf Ash Rose

      Condition: Excellent

      $475

    27. BURBERRY Nylon Abbeydale Simple Backpack BlackBURBERRY Nylon Abbeydale Simple Backpack Black

      Burberry Nylon Abbeydale Simple Backpack Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $525

    28. BURBERRY Nylon Logo Detail Crossbody Bag BlackBURBERRY Nylon Logo Detail Crossbody Bag Black

      Burberry Nylon Logo Detail Crossbody Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $585

    29. BURBERRY E-canvas Check Mini Bowling Bag Dark Birch BrownBURBERRY E-canvas Check Mini Bowling Bag Dark Birch Brown

      Burberry E-canvas Check Mini Bowling Bag Dark Birch Brown

      Condition: Excellent

      $950

    30. BURBERRY Check Cashmere Small Lola Bag BlackBURBERRY Check Cashmere Small Lola Bag Black

      Burberry Check Cashmere Small Lola Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $850

    31. BURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag TanBURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Tan

      Burberry Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Tan

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $1,050

    32. BURBERRY Nova Check Patent Medium Emmy Tote BlackBURBERRY Nova Check Patent Medium Emmy Tote Black

      Burberry Nova Check Patent Medium Emmy Tote Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $550

    33. BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Remington Tote Pale Ash RoseBURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Remington Tote Pale Ash Rose

      Burberry Grainy Calfskin Remington Tote Pale Ash Rose

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $395

    34. BURBERRY Cotton Vintage Check Medium London Tote Bag WhiteBURBERRY Cotton Vintage Check Medium London Tote Bag White

      Burberry Cotton Vintage Check Medium London Tote Bag White

      Condition: Excellent

      $1,050

    35. BURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack HunterBURBERRY Nova Check Roll Backpack Hunter

      Burberry Nova Check Roll Backpack Hunter

      Condition: Excellent

      $695

    36. BURBERRY Cashmere Check Snood Scarf IvoryBURBERRY Cashmere Check Snood Scarf Ivory

      Burberry Cashmere Check Snood Scarf Ivory

      Condition: Excellent

      $250

    37. BURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf CamelBURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Burberry Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Condition: Excellent

      $375

    38. BURBERRY Wool House Check Fringe Scarf CamelBURBERRY Wool House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Burberry Wool House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Condition: Excellent

      $350

    39. BURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Fringe Scarf Archive BeigeBURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Fringe Scarf Archive Beige

      Burberry Cashmere Giant Check Fringe Scarf Archive Beige

      Condition: Excellent

      $525

    40. BURBERRY Wool Football Scarf Navy PinkBURBERRY Wool Football Scarf Navy Pink

      Burberry Wool Football Scarf Navy Pink

      Condition: Excellent

      $350

    41. BURBERRY Wool Giant Check Fringe Scarf Military RedBURBERRY Wool Giant Check Fringe Scarf Military Red

      Burberry Wool Giant Check Fringe Scarf Military Red

      Condition: Excellent

      $350

    42. BURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf CamelBURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Burberry Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Condition: Excellent

      $350

    43. BURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Olive GreenBURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Olive Green

      Burberry Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Olive Green

      Condition: Excellent

      $225

    44. BURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf CamelBURBERRY Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Burberry Cashmere House Check Fringe Scarf Camel

      Condition: Excellent

      $425

    45. BURBERRY Silk Wool Metallic Check Scarf Ash Rose SilverBURBERRY Silk Wool Metallic Check Scarf Ash Rose Silver

      Burberry Silk Wool Metallic Check Scarf Ash Rose Silver

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $225

    46. BURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Scarf Archive BeigeBURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Scarf Archive Beige

      Burberry Cashmere Giant Check Scarf Archive Beige

      Condition: New

      $395

    47. BURBERRY Lambskin Quilted Small Lola Bag PeachBURBERRY Lambskin Quilted Small Lola Bag Peach

      Burberry Lambskin Quilted Small Lola Bag Peach

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $400

    48. BURBERRY Grained Calfskin Peyton TB Crossbody Bag BlackBURBERRY Grained Calfskin Peyton TB Crossbody Bag Black

      Burberry Grained Calfskin Peyton TB Crossbody Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $595

    49. BURBERRY Calfskin Medium Bucket Bag EarthBURBERRY Calfskin Medium Bucket Bag Earth

      Burberry Calfskin Medium Bucket Bag Earth

      Condition: Excellent

      $750

    50. BURBERRY Wool Silk Gauze Giant Check Lightweight Scarf WhiteBURBERRY Wool Silk Gauze Giant Check Lightweight Scarf White

      Burberry Wool Silk Gauze Giant Check Lightweight Scarf White

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $195

    51. BURBERRY Calfskin Small TB Bag Rose BeigeBURBERRY Calfskin Small TB Bag Rose Beige

      Burberry Calfskin Small TB Bag Rose Beige

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $635

    52. BURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Scarf HunterBURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Scarf Hunter

      Burberry Cashmere Giant Check Scarf Hunter

      Condition: New

      $450

    53. BURBERRY Haymarket Check Clara Pochette BrownBURBERRY Haymarket Check Clara Pochette Brown

      Burberry Haymarket Check Clara Pochette Brown

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $395

    54. BURBERRY Calfskin Embossed Monogram Camera Chain Bag BlackBURBERRY Calfskin Embossed Monogram Camera Chain Bag Black

      Burberry Calfskin Embossed Monogram Camera Chain Bag Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $425

    55. BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag BlackBURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Black

      Burberry Grainy Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $1,375

    56. BURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check New Hampshire Bag BlackBURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check New Hampshire Bag Black

      Burberry Calfskin Vintage Check New Hampshire Bag Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $795

    57. BURBERRY Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Mini Ashby Hobo PlumBURBERRY Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Mini Ashby Hobo Plum

      Burberry Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Mini Ashby Hobo Plum

      Condition: Excellent

      $550

    58. BURBERRY Canvas Mega Check Medium Ashby Bucket Bag BlackBURBERRY Canvas Mega Check Medium Ashby Bucket Bag Black

      Burberry Canvas Mega Check Medium Ashby Bucket Bag Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $495

    59. BURBERRY Denim Vintage Check Top Handle Patch Tote RedBURBERRY Denim Vintage Check Top Handle Patch Tote Red

      Burberry Denim Vintage Check Top Handle Patch Tote Red

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $450

    60. BURBERRY Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Drifton Backpack BlackBURBERRY Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Drifton Backpack Black

      Burberry Overdyed Canvas Mega Check Drifton Backpack Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $575

    61. BURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack BlackBURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Burberry Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

      Condition: Worn

      $450

    62. BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin House Check Small Canterbury BlackBURBERRY Grainy Calfskin House Check Small Canterbury Black

      Burberry Grainy Calfskin House Check Small Canterbury Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $550

    63. BURBERRY Grained Calfskin Albion TB Bag Archive BeigeBURBERRY Grained Calfskin Albion TB Bag Archive Beige

      Burberry Grained Calfskin Albion TB Bag Archive Beige

      Condition: Excellent

      $650

    64. BURBERRY E-canvas Check Dorset Crossbody Dark Birch BrownBURBERRY E-canvas Check Dorset Crossbody Dark Birch Brown

      Burberry E-canvas Check Dorset Crossbody Dark Birch Brown

      Condition: Excellent

      $895

    65. BURBERRY Shiny Soft Calfskin Medium Banner Tote Tote BlackBURBERRY Shiny Soft Calfskin Medium Banner Tote Tote Black

      Burberry Shiny Soft Calfskin Medium Banner Tote Tote Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $475

    66. BURBERRY Grained Calfskin TB Phone Tote Warm Russet BrownBURBERRY Grained Calfskin TB Phone Tote Warm Russet Brown

      Burberry Grained Calfskin TB Phone Tote Warm Russet Brown

      Condition: Excellent

      $795

    67. BURBERRY Goatskin Small Grace Bag BlackBURBERRY Goatskin Small Grace Bag Black

      Burberry Goatskin Small Grace Bag Black

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $550

    68. BURBERRY Calfskin Quilted Medium Lola Bag CamelBURBERRY Calfskin Quilted Medium Lola Bag Camel

      Burberry Calfskin Quilted Medium Lola Bag Camel

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $895

    69. BURBERRY Calfskin Check Continental Wallet CharcoalBURBERRY Calfskin Check Continental Wallet Charcoal

      Burberry Calfskin Check Continental Wallet Charcoal

      Condition: Excellent

      $450

    70. BURBERRY Nova Check Large Nickie Tote WhiteBURBERRY Nova Check Large Nickie Tote White

      Burberry Nova Check Large Nickie Tote White

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $695

    71. BURBERRY Calfskin Mini Shield Sling Bag RippleBURBERRY Calfskin Mini Shield Sling Bag Ripple

      Burberry Calfskin Mini Shield Sling Bag Ripple

      Condition: Excellent

      $595

    72. BURBERRY Calfskin The Barrel Bag BlackBURBERRY Calfskin The Barrel Bag Black

      Burberry Calfskin The Barrel Bag Black

      Condition: Excellent

      $595

    73. BURBERRY Calfskin Logo Embossed Medium Ardwell Tote TanBURBERRY Calfskin Logo Embossed Medium Ardwell Tote Tan

      Burberry Calfskin Logo Embossed Medium Ardwell Tote Tan

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $750

    74. BURBERRY Calfskin House Check Small Camera Bag Grey MinkBURBERRY Calfskin House Check Small Camera Bag Grey Mink

      Burberry Calfskin House Check Small Camera Bag Grey Mink

      Condition: Excellent

      $650

    75. BURBERRY House Check Marta Diaper Bag Dark TanBURBERRY House Check Marta Diaper Bag Dark Tan

      Burberry House Check Marta Diaper Bag Dark Tan

      Condition: Shows Wear

      $650

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