THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
Barbour’s long relationship with waxed cotton began back in 1894 when founder John Barbour opened a shop in the Market Place in South Shields in the North East of England selling practical and hard-wearing oilskins providing protection from the worst of the North Sea weather.
From the Bedale, the Beaufort and the Border, the three jackets that made Barbour a household name in the 1980s to the more recent additions of the Beadnell, Ashby, Corbridge and Sapper, these classic all-round styles continue to be much loved best sellers that will never let you down.
Barbour waxed cotton is perfect for modern life and when properly looked after, can last for many years and plenty of adventures. Wax for Life brings together our unique services designed so that you can take perfect care of your beloved wax companion, after over a century of rewax and repair services. Care for your jacket at home and discover more about our sustainability initiatives here.
Globally, over 60,000 wax jackets are re-waxed and repaired through our special service that allows our customers to take their beloved Barbour jacket at any time to be re-waxed, repaired or altered. We recommend that you re-wax your jacket annually depending on wear and use.
Ready to give your wax jacket a new home? We take old jackets that you no longer have a use for, in exchange for a voucher to redeem against a new Barbour jacket. Your old jacket will then be laundered, repaired and rejuvenated at Barbour’s home in South Shields to be sold on, ready for a new adventure.
Inspired by Barbour’s rich country heritage, waxed jackets have become a must-have outerwear option for both men and women around the world. Read our blog to find your perfect Barbour Waxed Jacket style.
The Barbour Bedale has become a signature item in our collection of waxed jackets. Lightweight, stylish and versatile, it’s not hard to see why the Bedale has become so popular among Barbour wearers over the years.
A popular addition to our selection of iconic women’s waxed jackets, the Barbour Beadnell is cut to a flattering feminine silhouette while featuring a timeless heritage-inspired feel with its luxurious and authentic tartan inner lining.
With proper care a Barbour waxed jacket can last decades, by correctly maintaining your trusted jacket you can sustain both performance and timeless aesthetic even when exposed to the harsh elements. Read our blog to see how you can take care of your waxed jacket at home.
Our waxed jackets are known for their practical qualities, and the option to add a zip-in liner or hood ensures you can continue to wear your favourite waxed style all year round. Designed to attach easily onto your favourite Barbour waxed jackets for an extra layer of protection, discover which style will best fit your new companion with our hoods and liners guide.
Creating the perfect autumn look is all about getting the essentials right it’s not about reinventing yourself, but rather building up your collection of personal style choices. So, we asked our own Head of Womenswear, Nicola, to give us her top 5 must-haves for autumn so that you can build a timeless seasonal wardrobe that you’ll still love for years to come.
THE WEAR IT EVERY WAY SHIRT
Decorated in our signature tartan, this staple is the perfect choice for any smart-casual outfit, with a decorated design for a subtle feminie silhouette.
Barbour Bredon Shirt $64.95
The second autumn/winter collection with fashion brand, ALEXACHUNG, sees the introduction of new country-inspired garments based on pieces from Barbour's archive, as well as a seasonal evolution of styles, reimagined through the ALEXACHUNG lens.
To celebrate the launch, we're getting to know Illustrator Fee Greening, and Fashion Director/Stylist Martha Ward, to find out where they get their inspiration, and how they wear the collection.
Inspired by the beaty of autumn/winter, this season’s Must-Haves collection provides an effortless way to build a signature capsule wardrobe. Featuring classics such as our iconic waxed jackets, alongside chunky knitwear, cozy-chic dresses, relaxed trousers and dog patterned shirts and go-to tees, this latest drop has everything you need to syau seasonally stylish during the colder months.
