Meet Burberry: The Cool Rain Coat People from England

Hey there! Did you ever see those fancy coats with the checkered pattern inside? That’s Burberry! They’re super famous and have been around for a really long time. Let’s learn about this cool brand today!

 

The Beginning of Something Special

 

Way back in 1856, a guy named Thomas Burberry started making clothes in a small town in England called Basingstoke. He wasn’t just any regular person making clothes. Thomas was super smart and wanted to make stuff that would keep people dry when it rained (and it rains A LOT in England).

 

Thomas didn’t know it then, but he was starting something that would become super famous all around the world. Today, when fancy people want to look good even when it’s raining, they often think of Burberry first!

 

 Cool Things That Happened Along the Way

 

The Magic Fabric (1879)

 

In 1879, Thomas came up with something amazing – a special fabric called Gabardine. This wasn’t just any old cloth! It could keep water out but still let your skin breathe, so you wouldn’t get all sweaty inside your coat. Plus, it was super strong and wouldn’t tear easily.

 

Imagine wearing a coat made from this fabric while playing outside in the rain. You’d stay dry, but you wouldn’t feel like you were wrapped in plastic! This special fabric is still used in Burberry coats today, over 140 years later! That’s older than your great-grandparents!

 

The Knight on a Horse (1901)

 

In 1901, Burberry needed a cool picture to put on their clothes so people would know who made them. They chose a knight riding a horse, holding a flag that says “Prorsum” (that’s Latin for “forward”).

 

Why a knight? Well, knights are brave and strong, just like Burberry wanted their clothes to be. Plus, knights are very British, and Burberry is proud to be from England. When you see that knight, you know you’re looking at something special!

 

The Famous Trench Coat (1912)

 

During the First World War, soldiers needed good coats to wear in the trenches (the big ditches they fought from). Thomas and his team designed a special coat that was perfect for this. It was long, had big pockets for maps and stuff, and was made from that special Gabardine fabric that kept them dry.

 

After the war ended, regular people started wearing these “trench coats” too because they looked cool and worked great in bad weather. Even today, when movie stars want to look awesome in the rain, they often wear Burberry trench coats!

 

The Check Pattern Everyone Knows (1920s)

 

In the 1920s, Burberry created their famous check pattern with tan, black, white, and red lines crossing each other. At first, they only used this pattern inside their coats as a lining. But people loved it so much that Burberry started putting it on scarves, bags, hats, and lots of other things.

 

Now, this pattern is so famous that when people see it, they immediately think “That’s Burberry!” even if there’s no name tag. It’s like how you can recognize your favorite superhero by their costume!

 

The Queen Says “Thumbs Up!” (1955)

 

In 1955, something super special happened – Queen Elizabeth II (the queen of England) gave Burberry her Royal Warrant. That’s like getting a gold star from the teacher, but WAY better! It means the royal family likes your stuff so much that they want everyone to know about it.

 

When a brand gets the Queen’s approval, it’s a big deal. It means they’re making really good quality things. Burberry was so proud of this that they worked even harder to make sure everything they made was extra special.

 

Who Wears Burberry?

 

Lots of different people love Burberry! Young people who want to look cool and show off their style often save up to buy Burberry scarves or bags. These items help them stand out and feel special when they’re hanging out with friends.

Older people with good jobs also like Burberry because the clothes last a long time and always look classy. They know that when they buy a Burberry coat, they can wear it for many years and still look great.

 

Both groups love that Burberry has been around for so long and has such a cool history. It’s not just about looking good – it’s about wearing something with an awesome story behind it!

 

What Makes Burberry Special?

 

Burberry has some things that make it different from other clothing brands:

 

Very British Style

 

Everything Burberry makes feels like it came from England. Their clothes make you think of fancy London streets, green countryside, and royal palaces. Even when they make modern stuff, it still has that special British feeling.

 

Famous Patterns and Symbols

 

The check pattern and knight logo are super famous. When you see them, you immediately know it’s Burberry. These special designs have been around for a really long time and are protected so other companies can’t copy them.

 

Old-School Skills

 

Burberry still makes many things the old-fashioned way, with people sewing by hand and checking everything carefully. Some of their trench coats have over 100 steps to make them perfect!

 

New Cool Ideas

 

Even though they love tradition, Burberry also tries new things. They use computers to show their fashion shows online so people all over the world can watch. They also work with famous artists and musicians to create special collections.

 

Earth-Friendly Materials

 

Burberry cares about the planet and tries to use materials that don’t hurt nature. They’re working on making their clothes in ways that use less water and energy.

 

Burberry’s Cool Designs

 

 The Famous Check

 

The Burberry check is super recognizable with its criss-crossing lines in tan, black, white, and red. It started on the inside of coats but became so popular that now it’s on everything – bags, scarves, shirts, and even umbrellas! Some people save up for months just to buy something with this special pattern on it.

 

 The Amazing Trench Coat

 

Burberry’s trench coats are legendary! They have special parts like shoulder flaps, D-rings (which soldiers used to hang grenades from!), and storm shields to keep rain from going down your neck. These coats are made to last for years and years. Many people pass their Burberry trench coats down to their children because they’re so well made!

 

The Knight Logo

 

The knight on horseback shows up on many Burberry items, usually in a place where everyone can see it. It’s like a secret signal to others that you’re wearing something really special. The knight stands for bravery, adventure, and British tradition.

 

Colors and Patterns

 

Burberry loves colors like tan (their famous “Burberry beige”), black, white, and red. These colors look fancy but aren’t too flashy. Each season, they add new colors to keep things interesting, but they always keep their classic colors too.

Besides the check pattern, Burberry also makes clothes with flower designs, animal prints, and other cool patterns. They’re always trying new things while keeping their special Burberry feeling.

 

So there you have it – Burberry isn’t just a brand, it’s a piece of history that you can wear! From keeping soldiers dry in war to helping regular people look awesome in the rain, Burberry has been making special clothes for over 160 years. Next time you see that famous check pattern or a cool trench coat, you’ll know the amazing story behind it!