What Is Barbour International?
Barbour International was born in 1936 when Barbour family-member and keen motorcyclist, Duncan Barbour, introduced a one-piece wax cotton suit into the range. Duncan’s suit was created specifically for the IDST (International Six Day Trials) event in 1936 and the range quickly skyrocketed into the mainstream.
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The brand became the uniform for at least 97% of the riders on the IDST circuit throughout the 1950s through to the 1970s – including actor Steve McQueen.
Barbour International is now a stand-alone brand, which sits separate from Barbour. Popular due to its long and rich heritage and expert quality and materials – the brand’s clothing spans across both men’s and women’s apparel.
In 1980, the iconic black and gold Barbour International badge first appeared on the jackets, introducing a whole new generation to its style. Since then, and after a long list of successful collaborations and fashion week showcases – the brand is now globally recognised, particularly for its broad selection of premium quality waxed jackets.
