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.
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BURBERRY Soft Grain Calfskin Small Buckle Tote BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Soft Grain Calfskin Small Buckle Tote Black

Condition: Excellent

$885

BURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

Condition: Very Good

$610

BURBERRY Cashmere Vintage Check Fringe Scarf IvoryCompany Product

Burberry

Cashmere Vintage Check Fringe Scarf Ivory

Condition: Excellent

$315

BURBERRY Cashmere TB Monogram Scarf Bridle BrownCompany Product

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Cashmere TB Monogram Scarf Bridle Brown

Condition: New

$480

BURBERRY Calfskin Logo Messenger Charcoal GreyCompany Product

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Calfskin Logo Messenger Charcoal Grey

Condition: Excellent

$670

BURBERRY House Check Medium Tote BlackCompany Product

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House Check Medium Tote Black

Condition: Very Good

$315

BURBERRY House Check PochetteCompany Product

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House Check Pochette

Condition: Very Good

$425

BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Zip Around Wallet Cinnamon RedCompany Product

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Grainy Calfskin Zip Around Wallet Cinnamon Red

Condition: Excellent

$350

BURBERRY Nylon Large Rucksack Backpack BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon Large Rucksack Backpack Black

Condition: Very Good

$750

BURBERRY E-canvas Check Cason Mini Bum Bag Navy BlueCompany Product

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E-canvas Check Cason Mini Bum Bag Navy Blue

Condition: Very Good

$510

BURBERRY Patent Nova Check Brooke Hobo RedCompany Product

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Patent Nova Check Brooke Hobo Red

Condition: Excellent

$455

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Gladstone ChocolateCompany Product

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Haymarket Check Small Gladstone Chocolate

Condition: Very Good

$745

BURBERRY Smooth Calfskin Brummell Bum Bag GreyCompany Product

Burberry

Smooth Calfskin Brummell Bum Bag Grey

Condition: Excellent

$550

BURBERRY Cashmere Giant Heart Fringe Scarf CamelCompany Product

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Cashmere Giant Heart Fringe Scarf Camel

Condition: Excellent

$805

BURBERRY House Check Quilted Hoxton Hobo BrownCompany Product

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House Check Quilted Hoxton Hobo Brown

Condition: Very Good

$370

BURBERRY Nylon Beat Check Floral Florence Tote BlackCompany Product

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Nylon Beat Check Floral Florence Tote Black

Condition: Very Good

$270

BURBERRY Heritage Grain Medium Woodbury Tote StrawCompany Product

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Heritage Grain Medium Woodbury Tote Straw

Condition: Very Good

$350

BURBERRY House Check PochetteCompany Product

Burberry

House Check Pochette

Condition: Very Good

$480

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Bowling Bag BrownCompany Product

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Haymarket Check Bowling Bag Brown

Condition: Very Good

$480

BURBERRY Marais Calfskin Small Belt Bag Regency BlueCompany Product

Burberry

Marais Calfskin Small Belt Bag Regency Blue

Condition: Excellent

$935

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Buckle Crossbody Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Buckle Crossbody Bag Black

Condition: Very Good

$425

BURBERRY Calfskin House Check Card Case BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin House Check Card Case Black

Condition: Very Good

$185

BURBERRY Smoked Check Medium Walden Belted Hobo TrenchCompany Product

Burberry

Smoked Check Medium Walden Belted Hobo Trench

Condition: Very Good

$510

BURBERRY Raffia Calfskin TB Note Crossbody Bag NaturalCompany Product

Burberry

Raffia Calfskin TB Note Crossbody Bag Natural

Condition: Excellent

$1,280

BURBERRY Soft Grain Elmore Zip Around Wallet RedCompany Product

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Soft Grain Elmore Zip Around Wallet Red

Condition: Excellent

$350

BURBERRY Calfskin Logo Embossed Backpack Charcoal GreyCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Logo Embossed Backpack Charcoal Grey

Condition: Excellent

$910

BURBERRY Calfskin Logo Embossed Backpack Charcoal GreyCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Logo Embossed Backpack Charcoal Grey

Condition: Excellent

$885

BURBERRY Patent Nova Check Tri-Fold Wallet BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Patent Nova Check Tri-Fold Wallet Black

Condition: Excellent

$240

BURBERRY Nylon Logo Detail Crossbody Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon Logo Detail Crossbody Bag Black

Condition: Excellent

$850

BURBERRY Cashmere Giant Check Fringe Scarf CamelCompany Product

Burberry

Cashmere Giant Check Fringe Scarf Camel

Condition: Excellent

$425

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Zip Around WalletCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Zip Around Wallet

Condition: Excellent

$375

BURBERRY Calfskin Check Mini Pocket Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Check Mini Pocket Bag Black

Condition: Excellent

$1,230

BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Small TB Bag Bright RedCompany Product

Burberry

Grainy Calfskin Small TB Bag Bright Red

Condition: Excellent

$960

BURBERRY Grainy Calfskin Medium Cale Hobo BlackCompany Product

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Grainy Calfskin Medium Cale Hobo Black

Condition: Very Good

$455

BURBERRY Soft Grain Calfskin Small Buckle Zip Bag RedCompany Product

Burberry

Soft Grain Calfskin Small Buckle Zip Bag Red

Condition: Excellent

$560

BURBERRY Calfskin Mega Stud Chester Bowling Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Mega Stud Chester Bowling Bag Black

Condition: Very Good

$480

BURBERRY Denim Quilted Deer Print Backpack BlueCompany Product

Burberry

Denim Quilted Deer Print Backpack Blue

Condition: Excellent

$590

BURBERRY Vintage Check Grain Calfskin Halton Wallet TanCompany Product

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Vintage Check Grain Calfskin Halton Wallet Tan

Condition: Excellent

$480

BURBERRY Vintage Check Calfskin Barrel Bag Beige BlackCompany Product

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Vintage Check Calfskin Barrel Bag Beige Black

Condition: Excellent

$805

BURBERRY Nylon House Check Diaper Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon House Check Diaper Bag Black

Condition: Very Good

$375

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Canterbury Tote ChocolateCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Small Canterbury Tote Chocolate

Condition: Very Good

$530

BURBERRY Calfskin TB Bum Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin TB Bum Bag Black

Condition: Very Good

$730

BURBERRY Cashmere Nova Check Fringe Scarf Dark GreyCompany Product

Burberry

Cashmere Nova Check Fringe Scarf Dark Grey

Condition: Very Good

$235

BURBERRY Calfskin Monogram Motif TB Medium Soft Tote BrownCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Monogram Motif TB Medium Soft Tote Brown

Condition: Excellent

$1,385

BURBERRY Calfskin Monogram Motif TB Medium Soft Tote BrownCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Monogram Motif TB Medium Soft Tote Brown

Condition: Excellent

$1,385

BURBERRY Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon Medium Rucksack Backpack Black

Condition: Excellent

$885

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Tote RedCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Small Tote Red

Condition: Fair

$150

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Medium Tote BrownCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Medium Tote Brown

Condition: Very Good

$510

BURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check New Hampshire Bag BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Vintage Check New Hampshire Bag Black

Condition: Excellent

$910

BURBERRY Nylon Logo Print Small Rucksack BackpackCompany Product

Burberry

Nylon Logo Print Small Rucksack Backpack

Condition: Excellent

$745

BURBERRY E-canvas Check Bum Bag Dark Birch BrownCompany Product

Burberry

E-canvas Check Bum Bag Dark Birch Brown

Condition: Excellent

$895

BURBERRY Derby Calfskin House Check Wallet On Chain BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Derby Calfskin House Check Wallet On Chain Black

Condition: Excellent

$730

BURBERRY Calfskin Small Drawcord Pouch RedCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Small Drawcord Pouch Red

Condition: Excellent

$350

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Top Handle Crossbody BrownCompany Product

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Haymarket Check Top Handle Crossbody Brown

Condition: Very Good

$530

BURBERRY Grained Calfskin Orchard Crossbody RedCompany Product

Burberry

Grained Calfskin Orchard Crossbody Red

Condition: Very Good

$315

BURBERRY Lambskin Small Olympia Shoulder Bag TanCompany Product

Burberry

Lambskin Small Olympia Shoulder Bag Tan

Condition: Excellent

$910

BURBERRY Smooth Calfskin Striped Mini Pocket Bag CamelCompany Product

Burberry

Smooth Calfskin Striped Mini Pocket Bag Camel

Condition: Excellent

$625

BURBERRY Lambskin Bridle Calfskin Small Dutton Hobo BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Lambskin Bridle Calfskin Small Dutton Hobo Black

Condition: Very Good

$635

BURBERRY Wool Check Scarf YellowCompany Product

Burberry

Wool Check Scarf Yellow

Condition: Excellent

$240

BURBERRY Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag TanCompany Product

Burberry

Calfskin Vintage Check Note Crossbody Bag Tan

Condition: Very Good

$850

BURBERRY Patent Nylon Beat Check Floral Print Hobo BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Patent Nylon Beat Check Floral Print Hobo Black

Condition: Very Good

$530

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Coin Case Wristlet ChocolateCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Coin Case Wristlet Chocolate

Condition: Very Good

$270

BURBERRY Haymarket Check Small Loxley Crossbody Dark PlumCompany Product

Burberry

Haymarket Check Small Loxley Crossbody Dark Plum

Condition: Excellent

$805

BURBERRY Cotton TB Baseball Cap L BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Cotton TB Baseball Cap L Black

Condition: Excellent

$315

BURBERRY Tiger TB Monogram Baseball Hat L BlackCompany Product

Burberry

Tiger TB Monogram Baseball Hat L Black

Condition: Excellent

$315

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