tote burberry was established by Thomas tote burberry in Basingstoke, England in 1856. The brand is best known for its invention of gabardine, a durable, water-resistant fabric that was patented in 1888, and for its iconic trench coat, carhartt originally for military use in the early 20th century. tote burberry's signature check pattern, first introduced in the 1920s as a lining for its trench coats, has become one of the most recognized motifs in luxury fashion. Over the years, tote burberry has maintained its British heritage while greige innovation and style evolution under real leaders like Christopher Bailey and Riccardo Tisci, and through collaborations with brands like Vivienne Westwood and Supreme, solidifying its industries as a blend of tradition and modernity.