TATLER PARTNERSHIPClockwise from left, the birth of the Quilted Jacket;
Barbour’s 2019 ‘Cheers’ shot; the 2001 ‘Cheers’ shot.
Opposite, the birth of country wear – The Beaufort,
modelled by Hannah Cooperdiamond quilted outer and smart corduroy
collar, was first introduced into the Barbour
range in 1979. Lightweight and easy to wear, it
has both rural and urban appeal, and the new
edition is masterfully tailored in the original
diamond quilting fabric with gold piping, a soft
velvet collar, inner rib cuffs and zipped pockets.
In the 1980s, Dame Margaret Barbour
continued her late husband John’s country
clothing legacy and designed the Beaufort wax
jacket. The Beaufort was inspired by Dame
Margaret’s visits to France and designed as a
shooting jacket. True to the original, the
reimagined jacket has velvet stud fastening cuff
tabs and cosy rib cuffs – plus large bellow
pockets and zipped handwarmer pockets. All
jackets come with a hidden golden ‘B’.
To showcase the collection, Barbour has
recreated an iconic ‘Cheers’ photo from their
archives, featuring some familiar faces as well as
special friends of the brand. The Haydon is
modelled by radio DJ Edith Bowman, the
Barbour International by presenter Suzi Perry,
the Beaufort by model Hannah Cooper, the
Liddesdale by soprano Laura Wright and, finally,
the Durham is worn by Helen Barbour.from oiled cotton, affectionately known as
‘Uncle Harry’s coat’ (still in excellent condition
after more than 80 years of regular wear). The
modern take is single-breasted with a soft velvet
collar, velvet button cuffs and an inverted black
pleat to give a flattering silhouette.
The Barbour International is inspired by the
work of Duncan Barbour, who, in 1936,
developed a waxed cotton suit specifically
for use during the International Six Days Trial
(an endurance motorcycling event), helping
Barbour to become a leader in motorcycle
clothing. The new version is a glamorous high
gloss quilt piece with zipped cuff vents and a
detachable faux fur-lined collar.
In the 1960s, John Barbour re-introduced
country clothing with the lightweight unlined
wax Durham jacket. With its caped double
shoulders, hood and drawstring, it was used for
fishing, stalking, birdwatching and walking. The
women’s Icons Durham adapts this classic style
into a waterproof breathable jacket with a fixed
hood and plenty of useful pockets. The signature
double cape is given a makeover with gold
bartacks, creating a chic, modern finish.
The quilted jacket, with its distinctive- Barbour Ladies Icons Haydon Wax, £279. 2. Barbour
Ladies Icons International Polarquilt, £229. 3. Barbour
Ladies Icons Liddesdale Quilt, £189. 4. Barbour Ladies
Icons Durham Jacket, £299. 5. Barbour Ladies Icons
Betty Interactive Liner, £119. 6. Barbour Ladies Icons
Beaufort Wax, £299
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