N/A - Item is a Burberry Brit Polo Shirt
N/A - Item is an article of apparel (Polo Shirt) · Burberry Brit; Burberry Group PLC. Tier: Premium/Luxury. The Brit line was introduced as an accessible, casual label compared to the Prorsum and London lines.
Collection: Burberry Brit Collection; casual permanent line (Note: The Brit, London, and Prorsum lines were unified under the single Burberry label in 2016).
Style
N/A - Item is an article of apparel (Polo Shirt)
Brand
Burberry Brit; Burberry Group PLC. Tier: Premium/Luxury. The Brit line was introduced as an accessible, casual label compared to the Prorsum and London lines.
Material
Cotton Piqué. Construction features machine-stitched seams, a ribbed collar, and four-button placket.
Dimensions
Size XS (Extra Small) as indicated on the neck tag. Dimensions vary by fit but typically measure approximately 38-40cm pit-to-pit.
Description
This is a classic Burberry Brit women's polo shirt in a crisp white cotton piqué. It features a sophisticated tonal embroidery of the equestrian knight logo on the left chest and the iconic house check discreetly appearing on the inner button placket and the cuffs. It is a quintessential piece of British casual luxury.
Key Features
Tonal Prorsum Knight embroidery, four-button placket, Burberry Brit neck tag, House Check accents on sleeve and placket.
Material & Construction
Cotton Piqué. Construction features machine-stitched seams, a ribbed collar, and four-button placket.
Color & Pattern
Solid White. Features the signature Burberry House Check on the inner placket and sleeve turn-ups. The Prorsum Knight logo is embroidered in tonal white thread on the chest.
Hardware Details
Branded resin or plastic buttons featuring the 'Burberry' name engraved along the rim, finished in a dark grey/charcoal color.
Interior Description
Unlined; features a woven 'Burberry Brit' neck label with size tab and a side-seam fabrication/care tag.
Closure Type
Front button-down placket with four buttons.
Strap & Handle Details
N/A - Short sleeves with house-check lined cuffs.
Craftsmanship Details
Standard high-quality machine work. The embroidery is dense and well-defined. The signature check is aligned at the seams where visible.
Authentication Indicators
Check the alignment of the House Check pattern, the crispness of the 'Burberry' engraving on buttons, the quality of the embroidery (no connected threads), and the font consistency on the neck label.
Origin & Manufacturing
Various locations including Peru, Turkey, or China, depending on the specific production batch for the Brit line, following Burberry's global manufacturing standards.
Era & Period
Modern Casual/Sportswear (circa 2010-2015). The Burberry Brit label was a hallmark of the Christopher Bailey era for the brand.
Age Estimate
Produced between 2009 and 2016, specifically around 2012-2015 based on the style of the Burberry Brit label and tonal embroidery.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Y2K' and early 2010s shift toward making heritage luxury brands accessible to a younger, more casual demographic.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Significant wrinkling throughout. The fabric appears slightly yellowed near the collar, and there is visible pilling or lint. Structure is intact but requires pressing.
Value Estimate
Original Retail: $150-$225. Current Resale: $30-$60 depending on condition (wrinkling and signs of wear impact current value).
Care & Maintenance
Machine wash cold inside out. Reshape while damp. Iron on medium heat. Avoid bleach as it can damage the elastic in the piqué and yellow the fabric.
Similar Handbags
N/A - Competitive apparel includes Ralph Lauren Slim Fit Polos or Fred Perry Twin Tipped shirts.
Interesting Facts
The Burberry Brit line was designed to be the 'rock and roll' casual segment of the brand, often promoted by British musicians and models during the early 2010s.