The 40th anniversary of the Barbour Beaufort jacket

Barbour Beaufort Jacket, presentation of the iconic jacket brand

In 2023, the iconic Beaufort Wax Jacket celebrates its 40th anniversary. Designed by Dame Margaret Barbour and first introduced to the range in 1983, this jacket is one of Barbour's signature styles, worn by country lovers and city dwellers alike, and remains a classic of the English brand.

A limited edition Beaufort

To celebrate this, Barbour has produced a limited 40th-anniversary edition of the Beaufort. Made in South Shields and featuring all the hallmarks of the original jacket, it showcases a highly coveted 40th-anniversary nape label and engraved Beaufort 40 buttons. Available in the original olive color, this special edition incorporates the tradition and heritage of the original Beaufort jacket with a simple contemporary twist.

Detail of the interior of the Barbour Beaufort jacket for its 40th-anniversary limited edition

Discover the iconic jackets

The Beaufort jacket is at the heart of the Evergreen Icons range, celebrating the enduring style of classic wax jackets. The Beaufort, Bedale, Ashby, and Beadnell jackets are functional, practical, and timeless styles. Thanks to the re-waxing and Wax for Life repair services, the lifespan of these jackets can be further extended, so you can keep your loyal companion for longer.

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