Men's Burberry Jack Checkered Tennis Sneakers - Natural - Low-top sneakers These Jack sneakers from Burberry sport the brand's signature check pattern and fasten with a lace-up vamp. Cotton/calf leather upper Round toe Lace-up vamp Cotton/sheepskin/goatskin lining Rubber sole Made in Italy ABOUT THE BRAND Founded in 1856 by 21-year-old Thomas Burberry, the brand set out with a mission to stylishly protect against British weather-and Burberry's iconic trench coat was born. In the 1920s, its renowned check pattern was introduced as the coat's lining. Today, under Creative Director Daniel Lee, the heritage brand continues to evolve and create timelessly classic men's, women's and kids' pieces, along with beauty.