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Founder: Thomas Burberry establishes Burberry in Basingstoke at just 21 years old, founded on the principle that clothing should be designed to protect people from the British weather.

1901: Public competition leads to a new logo inspired by 14th century armour, the equestrian knight.

1912: The Tielocken coat, designed by Thomas Burberry, is patented. Considered the predecessor to the trench coat, the Tielocken closes with a single strap and buckle fastening and only features a button at the collar.

1913: Having had a presence in London since 1891, Burberry moves to a larger London premises in Haymarket, designed by the noted architect Walter Cave.

1914-18: The Burberry trench coat is invented during the First World War. The functional design includes epaulettes used to suspend military equipment such as gloves and whistles, D-rings used to carry grenades, the gun flap to provide additional protection when in action and the storm shield to allow water to run off it smoothly.

1920's: The Burberry check, now registered as a trademark, is introduced as a lining to our rainwear.

1934: Burberry offers same day delivery.

1955: HM Queen Elizabeth II grants Burberry a Royal Warrant as a Weatherproofer.

1965: One in five coats exported from Britain is a Burberry product.

1972: Burberry formally acquires the factory in Castleford, the home of the Burberry trench coat, building on our manufacturing presence in the UK – a legacy that continues today.

1999: Burberry’s becomes Burberry and a new logo is designed by art director Fabien Baron.

2000: Burberry opens its first store on Bond Street.

2001: Christopher Bailey is appointed Design Director.

2009: The Spring/Summer 2010 womenswear show relocates to London from Milan, marking the 25th anniversary of London Fashion Week.

2010: First brand to live stream a fashion show, and first luxury brand to join the Ethical Trading Initiative.

2016: Burberry is recognised as industry leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index in the ‘Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods’ sector.

BURBERRY IS THE FIRST BRAND TO MAKE RUNWAY COLLECTIONS AVAILABLE TO CONSUMERS FOR PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE SHOW.

2018: Burberry celebrates diversity and inclusivity with the Rainbow Vintage check throughout its February collection and makes donations to three leading organisations – the Albert Kennedy Trust, the Trevor Project and ILGA – all dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth around the world.

Riccardo Tisci appointed as Chief Creative Officer.

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