Burberry
- Founded In: 1856
- Founders: Thomas Burberry
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Brand Philosophy: "We are guided by the core belief that creativity opens spaces. Our purpose informs the choices we make as a company and shapes our long-term goals."
- Current Chief Creative officer: Daniel Lee
- Current CEO: Joshua Schulman
- Known For: Burberry is recognized for its iconic trench coats, originally developed with its patented gabardine fabric for British military officers in the late 19th century. The brand’s signature beige check pattern, introduced as a lining in the 1920s, has become one of the most recognizable motifs in fashion. A major evolution came with Riccardo Tisci’s tenure as creative director, where he modernized the brand’s logo and reinterpreted classic pieces with a contemporary edge.
Born from innovation, Burberry is a global luxury brand with a rich British heritage. Founded in 1856, our brand is underpinned by our founder’s passion for the outdoors. Thomas Burberry invented the innovative rain-ready fabric gabardine to protect explorers from the elements. In doing so, he created the foundation for the iconic Burberry trench coat, which remains core to the business even today.
Guided by our history of exploration and our shared belief that ‘creativity opens spaces’, our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities.
As a values-driven brand, we are committed to creating the next generation of sustainable luxury and believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to fulfilling our purpose. Fostering an inclusive culture where differences are valued and embraced enables us to be more creative, engaged and make a more meaningful contribution to the world around us.
