subject: Barbour International: The Big Bold And Grand Brand [print this page] While riding a Harley Davidson you should wear Barbour. Well, this is not government order, neither it is any rule, but is certainly the unwritten statement that fashion crazy teenagers in US and UK follow and teach the rookies. Barbour is a brand, which is extremely popular in the Western world for its wide range of outfits for motorcycle enthusiasts.
John Barber, the man who stepped in the garment industry in 1870, established J Barbour and Sons in 1894 and in its initial phase, which lasted for more than three decades, the company was pioneer in manufacturing and supply outer wears like sailor coats, painter jackets, boiler suits and costumes for dock and shipyard workers. Until the business was taken over by the next generation of Jack and Malcom Barbour, the company was a regular order supplier for the marine and shipping industry. However, it was Malcolms son Duncan Barbour, who took Barbour International towards the path creating a new history by introducing the Barbour jackets. Being a motorcyclist himself, by hobby, John introduced a new and exclusive range of self-designed jackets for the motorcycle enthusiasts and till today it is almost like a uniform for youngsters who fancy driving motorbikes on the highways. The biggest success of Barbour International is certainly the selection of the Barbour jackets by the British International Team. For four decades since 1930, Barbour International remained as the brand for the team.
Today however, Barbour International is not only a brand for Navy suits and motorcyclist jackets. Today it is a complete apparel brand is among the top revenue earners in the garment industry of not only UK, but also in USA, some parts of Asia and several European countries. The company which has been expanding continuously today runs 11 retail shops in UK and 40 in USA. Barbour International has also made its presence felt in Latin America with its successful business in Argentina. In Europe, Barbour International is among the top brands in Germany, Austria, Spain, France, Italy and New Zealand. In Asia, the company is doing great in Japan.
Apart from the icon jackets, today Barbour International is winning peoples hearts with its stylish and superior quality trousers, shirts, underwear, knit-wear, mid-layers and socks.
The 4 international clothing collections that Barbour International is recognized for are the Heritage Fashion, the Contemporary Collection, the Classic Collection and the Sports Collection. The Heritage Fashion includes items that are specimens of unique blend of yesteryears tradition and todays looks and styles. The outfits are rich in detail and give people unique looks. The Contemporary Collection, as the name indicates, is a range of outfits, designed according to todays fashion. The collection includes knitwear, shirts, scarves and functional outfits for winter and autumn. In Classic Collection, one can choose from variety of waxed Bedale and gorgeous quilted Liddesdale jackets. The sports collection, on the other hand, is loaded with outfits that are most suitable for all kinds of extreme outdoor activities.
