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Established by Thomas Burberry in 1856, Burberry is a global luxury fashion brand with a strong British heritage.

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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 open 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.

To discover more about our brand values, visit Burberryplc.com

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TYPEPublic
ESTABLISHED1856
HEADQUARTERSUnited Kingdom
EMPLOYEES> 10,000

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Sustainability

Can the EU Ban on Destroying Unsold Goods Actually Work?

Companies from luxury groups to high-street giants are rethinking what to do with unsold goods in the EU as its ban on destroying excess inventory takes effect. Critics say loopholes in the rules could cause problems.

Sustainability

Can the EU Ban on Destroying Unsold Goods Actually Work?

Companies from luxury groups to high-street giants are rethinking what to do with unsold goods in the EU as its ban on destroying excess inventory takes effect. Critics say loopholes in the rules could cause problems.


Workplace & Talent

The Most Desirable Fashion Companies to Work for in 2026

Chanel, Hermès and Dior lead the pack as 1,173 fashion professionals and aspiring workers from 93 countries tell BoF Careers which brands they most want to work for — and why.

Workplace & Talent

The Most Desirable Fashion Companies to Work for in 2026

Chanel, Hermès and Dior lead the pack as 1,173 fashion professionals and aspiring workers from 93 countries tell BoF Careers which brands they most want to work for — and why.


Sustainability

Why Fashion Is Falling Behind on Its Climate Targets

While H&M and Kering have cut emissions by more than a third, the majority of fashion’s biggest brands remain behind the schedule they set for themselves.

Sustainability

Why Fashion Is Falling Behind on Its Climate Targets

While H&M and Kering have cut emissions by more than a third, the majority of fashion’s biggest brands remain behind the schedule they set for themselves.


China

China’s Shoppers Are Buying Luxury Again

Results from companies including L’Oréal, LVMH and Ralph Lauren, along with industry data, suggest affluent consumers are starting to spend more again, helped in part by a Chinese equities rally boosting wealth and sentiment.

China

China’s Shoppers Are Buying Luxury Again

Results from companies including L’Oréal, LVMH and Ralph Lauren, along with industry data, suggest affluent consumers are starting to spend more again, helped in part by a Chinese equities rally boosting wealth and sentiment.


Luxury

Gucci, Dior, Burberry: A Tale of Three Turnarounds

Cruise shows and earnings this week offer a read on how creative resets are translating — or not — into cultural and commercial traction.

Luxury

Gucci, Dior, Burberry: A Tale of Three Turnarounds

Cruise shows and earnings this week offer a read on how creative resets are translating — or not — into cultural and commercial traction.


Media

The Loudest Met Gala Yet

A new gallery space, a record $42 million in funds raised and the return of Beyoncé contributed to the increased visibility of this year’s event. But much of the uptick in attention came from the backlash against sponsors Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos.

Media

The Loudest Met Gala Yet

A new gallery space, a record $42 million in funds raised and the return of Beyoncé contributed to the increased visibility of this year’s event. But much of the uptick in attention came from the backlash against sponsors Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos.


Partner Content

BoF and Marriott Luxury Group Host the Luxury Leaders Salon

Executives from Burberry, Etro, 10 Corso Como and Stone Island joined founders and creative leaders at an intimate Luxury Leaders Salon at The Lake Como Edition hotel, in Northern Italy.

Partner Content

BoF and Marriott Luxury Group Host the Luxury Leaders Salon

Executives from Burberry, Etro, 10 Corso Como and Stone Island joined founders and creative leaders at an intimate Luxury Leaders Salon at The Lake Como Edition hotel, in Northern Italy.


Marketing

What It Takes for a Fashion Campaign to Break Through Now

As brands release their first spring ads, those that make an emotional appeal with fresh talent are resonating – as long as they remember to put the product front and centre.

Marketing

What It Takes for a Fashion Campaign to Break Through Now

As brands release their first spring ads, those that make an emotional appeal with fresh talent are resonating – as long as they remember to put the product front and centre.


Fashion Week

Burberry Celebrates the Darkness

It never rained, but it poured in Daniel Lee’s London Fashion Week closer on Monday night, writes Tim Blanks.

Fashion Week

Burberry Celebrates the Darkness

It never rained, but it poured in Daniel Lee’s London Fashion Week closer on Monday night, writes Tim Blanks.


Global Markets

Second-Tier Cities Are Critical to Reviving Luxury Growth in China

Hubs like Nanjing and Changsha are drawing increased attention from brands such as Louis Vuitton and Burberry as middle-class consumers relocating from Beijing and Shanghai in search of higher quality of life take their appetite for luxury goods with them.

Global Markets

Second-Tier Cities Are Critical to Reviving Luxury Growth in China

Hubs like Nanjing and Changsha are drawing increased attention from brands such as Louis Vuitton and Burberry as middle-class consumers relocating from Beijing and Shanghai in search of higher quality of life take their appetite for luxury goods with them.