Basingstoke, England · Est. 1856
Burberry Eyewear
British heritage tailoring, best known for the iconic check pattern.
Brand History
The Story of Burberry
Thomas Burberry founded his house in England in 1856, going on to invent gabardine fabric and dress British explorers and officers — the trench coat remains the brand's most enduring legacy, along with its signature check pattern introduced in the 1920s.
Burberry eyewear brings that classic British tailoring sensibility to frames, blending heritage detailing with modern updates for a look that feels timeless rather than trend-driven.
At a Glance
- Founded
- 1856
- Founder
- Thomas Burberry
- Origin
- Basingstoke, England
- Style
- Classic British tailoring with the brand's signature check detailing.
Shop In-Store
Burberry at Designer Eyewear Outlet
Designer Eyewear Outlet carries authentic Burberry frames and sunglasses at our optical store in Ajax, Ontario, sourced directly from authorized distributors rather than grey-market resellers. Every Burberry pair is quality-checked by our licensed opticians before it goes on display, so you get the real thing at up to 70% below typical retail pricing.
We fit Burberryframes to your face shape and prescription in-house, with personalized adjustments included. Selection varies by season, so if you're coming from Pickering, Whitby, or elsewhere in Durham Region specifically for Burberry, contact us or visit our Ajax optical store to check current in-stock styles before you make the trip.
Ready to try on Burberry?
Visit our Ajax optical store or book an eye exam to get started.