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Barbour collaborates with Erdem for SS24 London Fashion Week

Erdem and Barbour have joined forces for their Spring Summer '24 collection, producing two showpieces inspired by the late dowager Duchess of Devonshire, Deborah. Drawing from Barbour's traditional waxed jacket, Erdem has reimagined it into a couture-esque exploded trapeze coat with an open neckline, available in both olive and sand waxed...

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Barbour launches biodiversity project to tackle pressures in agriculture

British heritage brand Barbour has announced the launch of a new biodiversity project designed to tackle the growing pressures in the UK’s agriculture sector. Made in partnership with The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF), the initiative will see Barbour fund a pilot project in the North East of England involving a workshop for livestock farmers....

Fashion

Barbour and Palm Angels to launch reimagined Bedale Wax Jacket

Heritage brand Barbour teamed up with fashion label Palm Angels to create a new version of its iconic Bedale wax jacket. The equestrian inspired, lightweight item from 1980 will come in a remodelled design, leaning onto the idea of “high visibility vests and coats often worn in North America when undertaking country pursuits”, as described in...

Business

Barbour raises prices in light of soaring production costs

British brand Barbour has reportedly been forced to raise prices in line with soaring production costs and a decrease in consumer spending. The retailer is said to be facing “extraordinary challenges” caused by these factors, while also battling high inflation and the cost-of-living crisis running rampant in the UK. Speaking to The Telegraph,...

Fashion

First Look: Chloé collaborates with Barbour

French label Chloé has unveiled a collaboration for spring 2023 with British heritage brand Barbour, marking the first luxury Maison to team up with the British heritage brand. The Chloé x Barbour capsule includes four garments including jackets, capes, and coats, as well as accessories, such as footwear, bags and a bucket hat, featuring Barbour...

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Barbour launches collaboration with Ganni

British heritage and lifestyle brand Barbour has launched its first collaboration with Copenhagen-based fashion label Ganni. The collaboration comes in two parts, a nine-piece ready-to-wear mainline collection alongside a Ganni x Barbour ‘Re-loved’ capsule featuring 50 exclusive upcycled and reworked outerwear pieces, some of which made their...

Fashion

Liam Gallagher drops exclusive collection of brand collaborations in Selfridges

British singer Liam Gallagher has dropped an exclusive collection in partnership with luxury retailer Selfridges consisting of a number of brand collaborations. Products from the line have been made together with select brands and include an upcycled Barbour jacket featuring Liam Gallagher patches, C.P. Company printed t-shirts and personalised...

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Barbour and Ally Capellino unveil debut collaboration

British heritage and lifestyle brand Barbour has unveiled its first-ever collaboration designed for both men and women with British unisex bag and accessories brand Ally Capellino. The Barbour x Ally Capellino collection has been designed to offer an androgynous and practical look that is timeless and easy to wear, explains Barbour. Key elements...

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Barbour remains profitable despite drop in full-year sales

Barbour has reported strong profit in the year to April 30 despite a 10.2 percent drop in sales. The British brand’s turnover decreased to 218 million pounds from 242.8 million pounds a year earlier as the pandemic took its toll on the business. “The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic was felt significantly throughout the year, with revenues and...

Fashion

Cheaney x Barbour: Re-Loved capsule collection

As a brand synonymous with British luxury and lifestyle and crafters of the iconic waxed cotton jacket, Barbour have continued to be one of the most revered makers of durable outerwear worn by a diverse range of customers, from motorcyclists to the monarchy. Both Barbour and Cheaney have rich history and heritage, handcrafting garments and...

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HRH The Prince of Wales opens Barbour’s new Wax for Life workshop

HRH The Prince of Wales visited the Barbour factory in South Shields last week to celebrate 100 years of sustainability and re-waxing jackets for a century, and to open the heritage brand’s new Wax for Life workshop. His Royal Highness was welcomed to Barbour by the Lord Lieutenant of Tyne and Wear, Susan Winfield and chairman, Dame Margaret...

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Barbour teams up with Paddington for Christmas campaign

Barbour is collaborating with the much-loved children’s character Paddington Bear for its seasonal campaign with a heart-warming tale on sustainability and a reminder of what’s really important at Christmas time. The Barbour ‘Please Look This Bear’ festive film follows the mishaps and adventures of Paddington Bear as he comes up with an idea for...