Burberry Chelsea lighter khaki “sand” Size USA 6 Long Heritage trench coat Water-repellent Cotton Gabardine Gabardine is what put the brand on the map over a century ago, when Mr. Burberry created a material that would protect soldiers from the wind and rain, but was also lightweight and breathable. I was told gabardine is made at their mills in England, using cotton fibers that are first waterproofed before being woven into fabric. The assembled garment is then finished with additional water-repelling techniques, including being dipped as a whole. When you first put on one of these jackets, the garment feels very structured, tailored and sharp. The medium weight of the material helps keep the jacket looking and feeling that way.