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BARBOUR AND LEVI'S LAUNCH JOINT COLLECTION

Barbour and Levi's merge waxed cotton and denim in a new collection launching October 30, 2024.

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image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
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image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
Levi's
image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
Levi's
image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
Levi's
image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
Levi's
image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
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image about a new collaborative clothing collection between Barbour and Levi's combining their signature materials and design elements.
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Summary:

  • Barbour and Levi's release a collection combining waxed cotton with denim construction
  • The range includes jackets for men and women plus corduroy trousers with tartan details
  • Products launch globally on October 30, 2025

Barbour and Levi's have released a collaborative clothing line that merges the British manufacturer's waxed cotton with the American brand's denim heritage. The collection arrives October 30, 2025, in stores worldwide.

The partnership brings together two companies with a combined history spanning more than 170 years. Each brand built its reputation on durable workwear designed for tough conditions. Barbour established itself through waterproof outerwear for outdoor labor. Levi's became known for reinforced denim trousers worn by miners and ranch workers.

The women's lineup centers on the Spey Wax Jacket. This piece takes Barbour's traditional jacket shape and adds tobacco-colored wax coating. A brown corduroy collar tops the garment. The pockets feature flaps cut in the curved shape of Levi's back pocket stitching. Cuffs borrow styling from Levi's trucker jackets. A cinch detail at the back references vintage Levi's denim fits.

Men get two versions of the Bedale jacket. One uses dark navy desert wax. The other draws from denim workwear styling while keeping the waxed cotton material. Both maintain Barbour's classic Bedale cut.

The Type II jacket appears in two forms. One comes in Barbour's archive olive wax finish. The second uses denim construction with a Barbour green corduroy collar. This reverses the material emphasis while keeping signature elements from both brands.

Trousers round out the collection. The 578 Pleated Corduroys feature tartan binding along the seams. A small embroidered "Barbour" logo marks the coin pocket. The pants use corduroy fabric instead of denim or waxed cotton.

All waxed pieces in the range use Barbour's beeswax treatment. This coating soaks into cotton fabric to create water resistance. The wax changes appearance with use. Creases and wear points develop darker tones. The fabric softens over time. This aging process mirrors how Levi's denim fades and molds to the wearer's body through regular use.

Design details throughout the collection reference each brand's archive. Levi's arcuate pocket stitching appears on Barbour jacket styles. Barbour's tartan lining shows up on Levi's-style garments. The collaboration identifies specific elements from each company's history and applies them to new forms.

Both brands produce their core products in similar ways to how they did decades ago. Barbour still treats cotton with beeswax in its South Shields facility. Levi's maintains production of certain styles using original patterns and construction methods. This collection extends that approach to shared pieces.

The range includes accessories beyond the main garments. Specific items and pricing have not been disclosed. Distribution will span Barbour and Levi's retail locations plus select stockists. Online availability begins the same day as physical store releases.

This marks a rare collaboration between the two companies. Previous partnerships have focused on limited capsules with other brands. The collection size and scope suggest a more substantial effort than typical seasonal releases.

Waxed cotton requires different care than denim. Owners need to avoid machine washing waxed garments. Dirt brushes off the surface. Worn areas need re-waxing to maintain water resistance. Levi's denim improves with machine washing and air drying. The mixed-material pieces will require different maintenance approaches for different parts of the same garment.

The October 30 release date positions the collection for fall and winter wear in the Northern Hemisphere. Waxed cotton performs well in cold, wet conditions. The heavier weights and layering options suit seasonal needs.

Both companies continue producing their standard lines alongside this collaboration. The joint collection represents a supplement to regular offerings rather than a replacement of existing products. Core Barbour jackets and Levi's jeans remain in production.

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