Thomas Burberry

Standard Name: Burberry, Thomas

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1879: Thomas Burberry patented an impervious, breathable,...

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1879

Thomas Burberry patented an impervious, breathable, virtually indestructible fabric he called gaberdine (spelled gabardine in the USA).
Adburgham, Alison. Shops and Shopping 1800-1914: Where, and in What Manner the Well-Dressed Englishwoman Bought Her Clothes. Allen and Unwin, 1964.
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1894: William Hollins patented a wool/cotton blend...

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1894

William Hollins patented a wool/cotton blend fabric under the trade name Viyella.
Adburgham, Alison. Shops and Shopping 1800-1914: Where, and in What Manner the Well-Dressed Englishwoman Bought Her Clothes. Allen and Unwin, 1964.
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