Burberry is back on brand as a purveyor of the classic British coat

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jess Cartner-MorleyFebruary 23, 2026 at 11:14 PM

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Burberry is experiencing a resurgence, re-entering the FTSE 100 after focusing on its classic British outerwear. Demand for the brand increased significantly, with its check scarf ranking as a top fashion item in late 2025. Designer Daniel Lee's latest London Fashion Week show, held at Billingsgate fish market, showcased urban energy with trenchcoats, bomber jackets, and stompy boots, embracing the rainy London climate. Under CEO Joshua Schulman, Burberry is targeting aspirational customers willing to invest in quality coats and the brand's heritage, positioning itself as an alternative to higher-priced luxury brands. However, this turnaround involved cutting 1,700 jobs globally, including 150 at the Castleford factory.

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Daisy Edgar-Jones 30% Romeo Beckham 30% Olivia Dean 30% Yorkshire 40% Lyst 40% Kate Moss 40% Castleford 40% Joshua Schulman 50% FTSE 100 50% London ×260% Daniel Lee 70% Burberry ×990%

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burberry 100% british coat 80% fashion 70% outerwear 60% trenchcoat 60% brand 50% london fashion week 50% luxury brand 40%

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London

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