Burberry is a distinctive luxury brand with international recognition and broad appeal. They design, source, manufacture and distribute high-quality apparel and accessories. Founded in Basingstoke, England in 1856, Burberry has established a reputation for innovation, quality and style. The company is responsible for developments such as the invention of gabardine, believed to be the world's first weatherproof and breathable fabric, and the creation of iconic products, including the trench coat and the Burberry check.