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When you see Burberry handbags with that signature house check you don’t even have to wonder, you know they’re Burberry!

In fact a lot of fashion pundits have wondered isn’t the Burberry plaid just a tad bit over exposed?  Not to worry, Burberry does what Burberry has always done.

Innovate!the burberry handbags checked pattern has to be an iconic image for many

It’s no wonder that you’d feel good about your Burberry purchase.  It’s just so genuine.  And by that I’m not talking about how you know you have authentic Burberry handbags and not cheap knock-offs (but be careful about where you buy your Burberrys).

I’m talking about the wonderfully authentic history that Burberry handbags has had as a fashion house.  They made the trench coat, for Pete’s sake!  Didn’t know that?  Read on…

Thomas Burberry established Burberry in 1856 in Basingstoke, Hampshire, England.  He was interested in created clothes which, by design and material, would be cool in summer and warm in winter.

By 1879 he had developed a material that was twice weatherproofed, which he called gabardine.  Soon, any serious explorer was onto his raincoats.  They became so popular during WWI that, you guessed it, his raincoat became known as a trench coat.

With the advent of motor coaching, Burberry’s reputation rocketed as the provider of very functional sportswear.

The Burberry equestrian knight logo goes back to 1901.

In 1924, Burberry registered their signature red, camel, black, and white check plaid.  In the meanwhile, Burberry had been clothing any and all exciting adventures all over the world.

In the 1960s, Burberry handbags expanded into retail and they haven’t stopped since.  That classic plaid has been popping up in the most interesting places.  Swimsuits, shoes, luggage, skirts, furniture, and oh yes, the ubiquitous handbag.

But nothing else quite says classic function plus luxury item.  If you like to wear Rolex because of the idea that you could take that thing 60 feet under water (heaven forbid you ever would do anything like that), then Burberry is for you.  It’s probably what Banana Republic used when they decided they were going into business (i.e. we want to be Burberry, only over here).

What to get?  You have oh so many choices.  The Burberry Heritage Collection features 23 handbags all in classic check.

A messenger bag in the Burberry handbags signature check will cost you $450.00.

A Nova Check Satchel will run you $635.00.  A more demure Nova Check Shackle bag will cost you $525.00.  A smallish check sling costs $325.00.  If you want something more playful, buy a pink Candy check satchel for $440.00.   You can also get a very crisp, refreshing blue check that looks perfect in the spring.  A hobo in that blue check will set you back $575.00.

And if that classic plaid isn’t for you, no problem, they’ve got oodles of other ideas.  They have wonderful collections of very business like polished leather Burberry handbags, soft Italian leather casual bags, and a nylon sporty line.

When you’re looking for a classic look that values function over fashion but is still considered a luxury purchase, look to Burberry handbags.  But please, remember, a little Burberry goes a long way.  Don’t come out all Burberry’ed up or the paparazzi will love you for it.

Beautiful Burberry Handbag-Purse-Shoulder- Cross body bag 100% Authentic

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written by Ruth