Burberry, a luxury British fashion house with origins in battlefield gear and outfitting real-life explorers, is universally renowned for its vintage trench coats, jackets, footwear and handbags. The brand has undergone several transformations since its inception in the 19th century.
When the 21-year-old apprentice draper Thomas Burberry (1835–1926) opened a small clothing outfitter in Basingstoke, Hampshire, in 1856, he catered to the needs of the local population, focusing on weatherproof clothing designed for outdoor activities like hunting, riding and fishing.
Building on his success, Burberry researched more fabrics that would be suitable for these country pursuits. In 1888, he patented gabardine, a durable, breathable fabric that was ready for any British weather. The material was groundbreaking for rainwear, which previously had been bulky and heavy. Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen wore it on his 1893 North Pole expedition and Burberry later outfitted Sir Ernest Shackleton on his Antarctic expeditions. These high-profile demonstrations of its design for extreme conditions fueled Burberry’s growth as a trusted brand.
The Tielocken coat — a forerunner to the trench coat — was patented in 1912, featuring just a button at the collar and a single strap. Higher-ranking British officers during World War I donned trench coats designed by the likes of Burberry, Aquascutum and other firms.
The design of Burberry’s classic trench demonstrated a consideration of the demand for both weather protection and function on the battlefield, with every element having its purpose, whether it was the epaulets for an officer’s rank or the gun flap at the breast. When the now-familiar check — a plaid check with black, white and red stripes on a background of beige — was added as a lining during the 1920s, a fashion icon was born. Scarves and other items featuring the pattern rendered the Burberry plaid an instantly recognizable hallmark of the house around the globe.
The brand continued to gain popularity throughout the 20th century, but by the 1990s, it was in dire need of a refresh. By the time Christopher Bailey was named design director at Burberry in 2001, the check was so ubiquitous through rampant knockoffs that it had become a reference for kitsch rather than quality.
Drawing on its heritage of craftsmanship with a new streetwear edge, Bailey helped rebuild Burberry’s relevance as a reputable fashion brand. Key to this reimagining was developing an understanding of how to democratically market high-end luxury fashion. Milestones in this regard materialized in 2010, when Burberry became the first brand to livestream a fashion show (and did so using 3D technology), and in 2020, when the house brought its London Fashion Week presentation to Twitch, a popular American livestreaming service. The international visibility brought with it renewed interest in the brand, which eventually revived its tartan after dropping it from many of its clothes, including in a 2018 collaboration with Russian designer Gosha Rubchinskiy that swathed shirts, dresses, coats and bags in the check.
Although tastes have changed, the signature trench coats that date back to Burberry’s beginnings remain at the brand’s core, with new fabrics and fits continuing to adapt this British style classic to contemporary trends.
Find vintage Burberry trench coats, shoes, handbags and other outerwear and accessories on 1stDibs.
Vintage Burberry clip on earrings, Gold tone, Diamante
By Burberry
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry clip on earrings. A smaller pair of clip on earrings they have an oval shape with a twist design in rich gold tone metal. To the top there is a...
Gold Plate
Vintage Burberry check clip on earrings, Gold tone
By Burberry
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry check clip on earrings. A smaller pair of clip on earrings they have a square shape with a central diamante and a border of signature Burberry c...
Gold Plate, Base Metal, Enamel
Burberry's Vintage Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Gold Clip Earrings
By Burberry
Located in Wokingham, England
Burberry's Vintage 1980s Unisex Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Good condition. Light scotches or colour loss, still good to wear. 10...
Gold Plate
Burberry Rhinestone Flower Mismatched Cocktail Earrings In Coral Pink
By Burberry
Located in Dallas, TX
Burberry Ladies Earrings. Coral Pink. Burberry Rhinestone Flower Mismatched Cocktail Earrings in Coral Pink. Rhinestone embellished floral mismatched cocktail earrings and features p...
$180Sale Price|40% Off
BURBERRY Riccardo Tisci gold green crystal ring hoop drop earrings pair
By Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY Riccardo Tisci gold green crystal ring hoop drop earrings pair Reference: KEDG/A00247 Brand: Burberry Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Metal Color: Green Pattern: Solid Cl...
Gold
BURBERRY green red marble pearls trio ball drop pin earrings Pair
By Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY green red marble pearls trio ball drop pin earrings Pair Reference: AAWC/A01351 Brand: Burberry Material: Acrylic, Metal Color: Green, Red Pattern: Marble Closure: Pin Made ...
Burberry Gold-Tone Chain Link Dangle Earrings
By Burberry
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Burberry Gold-Tone Chain Link Dangle Earrings, a striking addition to any jewelry collection. These earrings feature three elegantly linked chain segments that dangle...
Elizabeth Locke Yellow Gold Carnelian Intagiio Earrings
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Dallas, TX
19 K Yellow Gold Elizabeth Locke Carnelian Intaglio Earrings. Clip Post. Stamped 19K E. Locke 1 inch by .75 inches
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
$253 / item
Dm 0.24 in L 0.6 in
1.75 Carat Micro Set Cubic Zirconia Yellow Gold Plated Mini Hoop Huggie Earrings
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
This pair of mini hoop huggie earrings are a stunning fusion of luxurious sparkle and timeless elegance. Each earring features a row of meticulously micro-set cubic zirconia, totalin...
Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$3,900 / item
10.9 Carat Ruby Hoop Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 10.9 carats ruby and .62 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$5,500 / item
3.95 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Crescent Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This beautiful hoop earrings are handmade in 14K rose gold and set in 3.95 carats of emeralds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Megh...
Emerald, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Enamel Bakelite Hand Painted Emerald Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful bakelite bird earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these earrings are set wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$5,650 / set
Black Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful black enamel earrings are hand set with .45 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & e...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
14K Diamond 14 Pcs Diamond Hoop Earring Diamond Huggies Earring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural diamond haggis earrings set in solid 14K gold. Dainty 15mm earrings dainty earrings perfect by itself or paired with other earrings. perfect to wear anytime or day to day wearing they will go with everything a must have pair of hinged tiny hoop easy to wear comfortable and at a very decent value. " ALL OUR ITEMS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING AROUND THE WORLD" " AVAILABLE IN WHITE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 14K GOLD IN THIS LISTING, PLEASE WRITE A NOTE TO US ABOUT YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR WHEN YOU ORDER, SINCE 1st Dibs SYSTEM DOESN'T SHOW GOLD COLOR" We offer prices for different versions as below: - 10K Any Gold Color White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold Earring Best price $ 601 - IF YOU NEED THIS ITEM IN 10K GOLD, PLEASE WRITE US A MESSAGE ABOUT 10K GOLD COLOR & WE WILL CREATE A CUSTOM LISTING FOR YOUR PURCHASE. DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT Details:- Gold:- 14K Solid Gold. Gold Color :- Rose Gold / yellow gold / white gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) Outer Diameter :- 15 mm. Inner Diameter:- 11mm. Diamond Cut :- Round Total CTW :- 0.35ct No of Diamonds:- 14 Pcs. Diamond Size :- 1.75mm Diamond Color:- For 18K & 14K gold items...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$290Sale Price|60% Off
1990's Gianni Versace Vintage Hoop Ring Medusa Coin Medallion Necklace Choker
By Gianni Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Gianni Versace Hoop Choker. A versace collector piece! Feature Material: Metal Condition: Good Vintage Colour: Silver and Gold Period: 1990- Place o...
$10,160Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Banana Jean Schlumberger Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
Jean Schlumberger is one of the iconic designers under Tiffany & Co jewelry house umbrella. He created numerous jewels for celebrities and officials from the white house back in the ...
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, Diamond Huggies Hoop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Huggies 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 2000s Elevate your jewelry collection with these stunning 18ct yellow gold huggie earrings, expertly designed for both elegance and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Guy Laroche Aquamarine Designer 18 Karat Huggie Earrings
By Guy Laroche
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Guy Laroche Aquamarine huggie earrings in 18k white gold. These earrings have a unique pass through design. The beautifully designed earrings features four (4) rectangular cut blue Aquamarine gemstones set in a channel that passes through a rectangle openning. A total of eight (8) Aquamarine gems are set on these earrings, totaling approximately 1.60 carats. The Aquamarines have a Beautiful aqua blue color. The earrings are masterfully crafted in 18k white gold and has a high polished finish. These earrings have post backs for pierced ears and friction push back backing. The earrings measure approximately 14.80 mm high x 5.75 mm wide. Hallmarked "Guy Laroche" and stamped "18k". Total weight 5.00 grams. These are new old stock earrings...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
$220Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar de la Renta Open Hoop and Dangling Monkey Post Earrings in Gold
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
A bold and bright pair of open hoop earrings by Oscar de la Renta. Each earring features a dangling "hear no evil" money. Post backs. Hallmarks: Oscar de la Renta, Made in USA Hoop ...
Gold Plate
Vintage Burberry clip on earrings, Faux leather and Gold tone
By Burberry
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry faux leather design clip on earrings. A medium sized pair of earrings in a glossy polished yellow gold tone, they each have a faux Moroccan leat...
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 0.56 in L 0.99 in
Burberry's Vintage Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Gold Clip Earrings
By Burberry
Located in Wokingham, England
Burberry's Vintage 1980s Unisex Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Good condition. Light scotches or colour loss, still good to wear. 10...
Gold Plate
Vintage Burberry gold tone clip on earrings
By Burberry
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry gold tone clip on earrings. A larger pair of clip on earrings they are a circular shape with a central dome and a border of stripes or rings. T...
Gold Plate
Sold
W 0.56 in L 0.99 in
Burberry's Vintage Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Gold Clip Earrings
By Burberry
Located in Wokingham, England
Burberry's Vintage 1980s Unisex Rectangle Silver Rope Half Hoop Semi Dome Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Good condition. Light scotches or colour loss, still good to wear. 10...
Gold Plate
BURBERRY Riccardo Tisci gold green crystal ring hoop drop earrings pair
By Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY Riccardo Tisci gold green crystal ring hoop drop earrings pair Reference: KEDG/A00247 Brand: Burberry Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Me...
Gold
Burberry 2 tone Logo Large Hoop Earrings
By Burberry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specification Category Earrings Brand Burberry Recipient For Her, For Him Earring Style Hoop Earrings Brand Collections Logo Metal Type Gold Plated
Gold Plate