Burberry

Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, Burberry first made its mark with the now-iconic tielocken trench coat made from a patented proprietary fabric called gabardine. Sturdy and weatherproof while remaining lightweight and breathable, gabardine was even used by Burberry to create outerwear for Olympic athletes, and members of the military during WWII. Over the next few decades, Burberry became a household name, and then a luxury brand, and by 2012 had a full range of Burberry perfumes (like Burberry Brit women’s), beauty products, apparel, and accessories. Today, Burberry remains a leader in the world of luxury design and has become one of the first fashion companies to commit to ethical trading.