J Barbour & Sons were established in South Shields in 1894 by Scotsman John Barbour. Originally a maker of drapery, Barbour expanded into clothing as the docking and fishing industries were flourishing in the North East of England in the early 1900's. Still a family-run business, Barbour has developed it's reputation by branching into other markets such as clothing for fishermen, farmers, hunters and country gents. Barbour's reputation for creating durable garments is legendary.

Barbour is a brand that was spotted in Football Casual culture as early as the 1980's. The Wax Cotton which Barbour has built it's reputation on, took a while for many Casuals to be comfortable with as the brand was so strongly associated with toffs and country types. For the last twenty years or so Barbour's reputation for quality and durability has made it a growing favourite in many a casual's wardrobe. Highlight jackets include the classics 'Beaufort', 'Northumbria' and 'Liddesdale'.

Highlight Ranges: JACKETS, SCARVES, CAPS
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