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Burberry Style Code Checker
Enter the style code from your Burberry garment or bag's care label to identify its approximate production era.
Enter your Burberry style code
The style code is printed on the care label sewn inside the garment or stamped inside a bag. Common formats: 8043521 (7-digit numeric) or 80435210 (8-digit numeric) or 8011A22B (alphanumeric). Spaces and dashes are ignored.
A style code alone does not prove authenticity.
Counterfeit Burberry items routinely copy plausible style codes. Always verify the label font, lining pattern, hardware weight, and stitching quality alongside the code. Get a professional authentication →
Style Code Reference
Burberry style codes are found on the care label sewn inside garments or stamped inside bags. The format and length give a reliable indicator of production era.
| Format | Approx. Era |
|---|---|
| 4–5 digits | Pre-1990s |
| 6 digits | Early 1990s – Early 2000s |
| 7 digits | Early 2000s – ~2015 |
| 8 digits | ~2015 – present |
| Alphanumeric | 2017 – present |
Label Name Dating Guide
The spelling of the brand name on the label is one of the easiest ways to date a Burberry piece.
"Burberrys" (with an S)
The brand traded as Burberrys of London until 1999. Any label reading "Burberrys" dates the piece to pre-1999. This is normal and expected on vintage pieces.
"Burberry" (no S)
The brand simplified to Burberry in 1999. All genuine pieces from 1999 onward use this spelling. If a label claims to be modern but reads "Burberrys," that is a red flag.
Made in England
Authentic Burberry trench coats are manufactured at the Burberry factory in Castleford, Yorkshire, England. The label on a genuine trench coat should read "Made in England." Other product categories (scarves, bags, knitwear) may be produced in other countries — this is normal for those lines.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is the style code on a Burberry item?
- The style code is printed on the care label sewn inside the garment — usually at the back of the neck or along the side seam. On bags it is typically stamped or embossed on the interior leather lining. Some accessories have it on a small sewn-in tag.
- What does the Burberry style code tell you?
- The style code identifies the product style and colourway within Burberry's product catalogue. Its length and format can indicate the approximate production era: 4–5 digits suggest pre-1990s vintage pieces, 6 digits point to early 1990s through early 2000s, 7 digits to the 2000s–2015 period, 8 digits to 2015 onward, and alphanumeric codes to 2017–present.
- How can I tell if a Burberry label is from before 1999?
- Burberry used the name "Burberrys of London" (with an 's') on all labels until 1999. In 1999 the brand simplified its name to "Burberry." A label reading "Burberrys" is therefore pre-1999. If a label claims to be a modern item but still reads "Burberrys," that is a strong indicator of a counterfeit.
- Should an authentic Burberry trench coat say Made in England?
- Yes. Authentic Burberry trench coats are manufactured at the Burberry factory in Castleford, Yorkshire, and the label should read "Made in England." Other Burberry products such as scarves, knitwear, and bags may be produced in other countries â this is normal for those categories.
- Does a valid Burberry style code prove the item is authentic?
- No. Counterfeit Burberry items routinely include plausible style codes. A style code that matches the correct format is a useful data point, but authentication requires examining the label font and stitching, lining quality, hardware weight, plaid lining pattern registration, and other physical markers. A professional authentication service provides the most reliable result.