Burberry Prorsum sent out a collection called “Crumpled Classics” during Milan Men’s Fashion Week. Spring Summer 09 will see the British House moving on from its surf inspired outerwear to paper-fine coats, elongated cardigans and floppy panama hats.Burberry’s creative director Christopher Bailey referenced Derek Jarman, the late British cineaste, as an inspiration, blending his signature romance with his love of the English countryside and heritage. (more…)

Burberry today announced its results for the year ended 31 March 2008.Angela Ahrendts, Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Burberry’s 18% revenue growth and 14% profit increase demonstrate the robustness of our global luxury business in these challenging times, with consistent performance across our regions, channels and products. Brand momentum remains strong and we are investing in the future, continuing to grow and innovate our iconic outerwear, while developing exciting new businesses such as shoes, jewellery and childrenswear.”Burberry saw consistent double-digit underlying revenue growth by region, channel and product with 26% growth in Europe and Americas; Asia Pacific up 17%. The company saw a 20% growth in retail and wholesale and a 39% growth in non-apparel. (more…)