Founded in 1894, Barbour has become well known for its waxed cotton jackets that are a recognised element of British country clothing. Barbour offers a service that allows its customers to return their Barbour jacket at any time to be repaired, reproofed, or altered.
Tough stuff
Barbour wax jackets are made to last, and allow everybody to experience the joy of the great outdoors – whatever the weather! They are renowned for their durability, weather- resistant properties, and a patina that improves with age. In fact, renewable and sustainable waxed cotton remains one of the toughest and most durable fabrics available. With a legendary reputation for longevity, and if looked after, a Barbour waxed jacket can be used for many years.
From shoulders to seams
It is the nature of waxed cotton for the wax to gradually dry out in areas that are in constant use, such as the shoulders, seams, and those areas that are subjected to friction, like pockets. This wear and tear is completely normal, so Barbour recommends that its customers repair, rather than throw out, their favourite Barbour jacket.
Garment recycling
Barbour offers a service that allows its customers to return their beloved Barbour jacket at any time to be reproofed, repaired, or altered. Each year, approximately 25,000 jackets come through the company’s customer service departments across the globe.
This story shows how Barbour supports Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, specifically Target 12.5: “By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse.”
About Barbour
Barbour is a luxury British brand founded by John Barbour in 1894. It designs, manufactures, and markets clothing, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children. Founded in South Shields, England, as an importer of oilcloth, Barbour has become well known for its waxed cotton jackets which are a recognised element of British country clothing. In 2019, Barbour celebrates its 125th anniversary, a significant milestone in the company’s history.
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