Barbour are of course synonymous with the classic waxed jacket, but also quietly vying for that ‘icon’ status is their quality range of knitwear which customers have come to rely on time and time again. In this post we’ll take you through some of their most classic styles, from crew necks to fair isle styles and cable knits, so when you next feel that nip in the air you’ll know exactly where to turn for a stylish, reliable piece of knitwear.
Mens Barbour Tisbury Crew Neck Jumper
What makes a piece of knitwear a quality one? Well, in the case of the Barbour Tisbury jumper it’s down to the luxe blend of materials including 60% wool and a touch of silk which delivers an altogether premium look and feel.
Although luxurious, the Tisbury is also robust, ready for everyday wear with its chunky look and tweed-fleck yarn. It works equally well styled down with jeans or smartened up with a shirt underneath.
Mens Barbour Tisbury Half Zip Jumper
If you love the sound of the Tisbury but are not a fan of crew necks, then don’t worry, Barbour have you covered with the half zip version. All the quality of the classic Tisbury crew neck, but with the versatility of a half zip.
Womens Lavensdale Crew Neck Jumper
For an A/W wardrobe staple, (or let’s be honest, all year in the UK!), ladies need to look no further than Barbour’s Lavensdale crew neck jumper. Made from a neppy wool blend yarn, the Lavensdale has a distinctive textured look whilst being soft to the touch.
The fit of the Lavensdale is relaxed, but for a more structured ensemble you could wear it over a shirt. For added interest the back boasts a reverse knit stripe and subtle Barbour branded metal ID bar.
Mens Barbour Horseford Crew Neck Jumper
For a chunky look, but with a lightweight feel, the 100% lambswool Horseford jumper is just the ticket. Knitted with a two-colour twist effect it has a rich textured appearance. When it comes to materials, lambswool has a lot to offer - warm yet lightweight and breathable, soft on the skin with a natural elasticity that allows it to retain its shape and resist stretching.
The Horseford is complete with the Barbour Countrywear flag label to the bottom. For a country inspired look team with a Barbour tartan shirt and some Meyer chinos.
Cable Knits - Womens Barbour Lorelei Cardigan and Mens Cable Knit Jumper
With their origins rooted in the fishing villages of the Aran Islands off the west of coast of Ireland, cable knits are known for their warmth and distinctive patterns often inspired by Gaelic art. For ladies, the cable knit goes jumbo, with the Barbour Lorelei wool blend cardigan. Chunky with the distinctive cable knit pattern as the focus, the Lorelei is the type of cardigan you reach for when you want warmth, but without compromising on style.
For gents, the Barbour cable knit jumper is a more classic affair with an understated cable knit. Crafted in 100% lambswool with ribbed detailing to the neck and cuffs, it’s a staple piece for any gentlemen's wardrobe.
Fair Isle Knitwear – Mens Barbour Case Fair Isle Jumper & Orkney Fair Isle Jumper
The origins of Fair Isle Knitwear lie in the Shetland Isles, a group of islands north of the Scottish mainland. Fair Isle is the most southern of these islands situated between Orkney and Shetland. In the 19th century the Shetland people began to experiment with new knitting techniques using a new approach to colourwork that originally involved using two colours in a single row of knitting. The beautiful intricate patterns and combination of colours are what makes Fair Isle knitwear still so instantly recognisable today.
If it is your first time wearing a patterned piece of knitwear, then the Barbour Orkeny Fair Isle mens jumper is the perfect introduction. Understated in both pattern and colour, it adds enough interest to elevate an outfit without dominating. There is no compromise on comfort either, as it's made from 100% lambswool.
Orkney Fair Isle
Barbour’s Case Fair Isle mens jumper, is a slightly bolder pattern in deep greens, blues and neutrals. If you want your jumper to be a bit more of a statement, then this one is for you. Again, the breathable qualities of it being 100% lambswool gives you the coveted blend of luxury comfort and style.
Case Fair Isle
We do hope that has given you a useful insight into the world of Barbour knitwear. A final point worth noting is that due to the quality wool blends that Barbour uses in their knitwear they do advise hand washing.
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