// Barbour Jackets For Summer

6th May 2011 21:38:08

Barbour has built a reputation for high quality wax, quilted, and waterproof jackets. A testament to their craftsmanship, Barbour users keep their jackets for a many years, even decades, because of their durability and never-fading styles.

Apart from its trademark jackets and outerwear, Barbour also manufactures sweaters and tops of cotton twill, fleece, corduroy, moleskin, and more recently, waterproof-breathable material. Barbour proudly holds a royal warrant to supply clothing to members of the Royal family. Some models are especially made for hunting or shooting aficionados. In recent years, the company has also developed styles that appeal to younger markets although it has continued to maintain its more iconic countryside-inspired designs. The range of jackets offered by Barbour means that there is something for everyone. The Duralinen jacket is a black resin-coated jacket with four oversized pockets and button-down outer closure style with inner yellow lining and zipper. The yellow Barbour label is sewn onto the right lapel pocket rather than the left, and has adjustable waist and neck lines. The right lapel pocket is unusually slanted with its top part pointed inward. The lining is of 100% cotton while the exterior parts are of 100% polyamide, which are lightweight yet provide protection against the chill and moisture on a cold rainy night.

The Nylon International is a thigh-length nylon jacket with the same four oversized pockets and label placement as the Duralinen. The inner lining has a cream plaid design, and the jacket’s cuffs, waist, and neck lines can be adjusted to achieve a perfect fit. The jacket comes in either black, red, or royal blue. Another notable offering by Barbour is the Enfield wax jacket, which in jet black resembles the Duralinen, except that the Barbour label is stitched on the left sleeve than on the lapel. Meanwhile, the Wirren jacket has a quilted outer finish, black snap buttons, button-down front, and two large waist pockets, with the Barbour label embroidered onto the left waist pocket. Because of its tailored slim cut, this jacket can actually pass for a casual men’s shirt. This jacket is available in navy or black.

Similar to this model is the Whitecross quilted jacket, with a front popper button panel concealing an inside zipper and slanted waist pockets. These features give the jacket a more sporty feel. Whether you are a hunter or not, you will be delighted with the To Ki To Beige Hooded Hunter jacket, a less bulky version of the traditional Hooded Hunter jacket. Made of 100% waxed cotton, the jacket has slanted waist pockets instead of the usual square ones, giving the jacket a sleeker, slimmer silhouette. The hood has buttons which can be adjusted to either fully cover the neck and jaw, or unbuttoned to collar level. Whatever your needs or taste in clothing, Barbour is a perfect choice for long-lasting, fashionable jackets. The jackets will withstand moisture and winds, and provide you years of service in comfort and style.