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Barbour marks 30 years of ‘Liddesdale’ quilted jacket with limited-edition collection

Tom Bottomley
01 October 2024

Barbour has launched a limited-edition collection of its iconic diamond quilted ‘Liddesdale’ jacket, originally designed and launched by Dame Margaret Barbour in 1994.

Each of the jackets in the 30th anniversary range provides a unique take on the original. Available in Barbour’s traditional navy and olive, there are two jackets for men and three for women, all featuring a covetable back neck label marking the  anniversary.

In celebration of the 30th, a pop-up exhibition in Covent Garden, open to the public from 2-13 October, will showcase the history of the Liddesdale jacket alongside 13 bespoke Re-Loved jackets - created by friends of the brand including Sir Paul Smith, David Gandy, Ganni and Roksanda, to be shown on rotation.

The jackets, created using pre-loved Liddesdale jackets that no longer have a use, have been uniquely designed to create one-of-a-kind pieces, from the intricate embroidery of Sir Paul Smith’s design to David Gandy’s ultimate driving jacket, "inspired by the tonneau of his personal 1954 Jaguar".

Sir Paul Smith said: "Being able to create a unique piece for the 30th anniversary of Barbour’s legendary Liddesdale Jacket was a fun project to be part of. It’s wonderful being able to celebrate another icon of British design."

David Gandy added: "When tasked with a design for Barbour’s iconic Liddesdale Jacket I based it entirely on uniqueness; I wanted a truly one-of-a-kind design that I had never seen before."

To further enhance Barbour’s commitment to circularity, the brand is also launching a ‘Quilt for Life’ service to help extend the life of garments.

The limited-edition collection launch also has an accompanying campaign starring five friends of the brand, shot in their favourite Liddesdale from the collection. They are model, photographer and writer Laura Bailey, writer Raven Smith, luxury fashion creator Callum Mullen, stylist and art director Karlmond Tang, and shepherdess Zoe Colville.

Named after the Liddesdale Valley in the Scottish borders, where Barbour holds its roots, the jacket is synonymous with effortless British style and trusted, quality craftsmanship.

Originally created with horse riding in mind, its lightweight versatility is worn and loved by country and city customers alike – "working just as well over a suit as it does over wellington boots".

Barbour Chairman, Dame Margaret Barbour, said: "In 1994, there had already been a small number of quilts in the range. But it was the Liddesdale, with its distinctive lightweight diamond outer, capacious pockets and cord collar that really caught the attention of our customers.

"The Liddesdale is such a practical jacket – ideal for spring and autumn when the weather begins to change. I originally brought the Liddesdale in as a country jacket, but I knew very quickly it would also become popular in the city because of its versatility – it can be worn anywhere. I am very proud it continues to be a bestseller 30 years on."


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