Kate Middleton-favoured coats, Downton Abbey-esque outfits: British country clothing takes over runways amid fashion’s heritage brand revival

Moralioglu was charmed by her eccentricities, the coats conjuring up an idiosyncratic image of certain quirks in British style which are rooted in the idea of combining luxury with countryside pragmatism. Erdem partnered with Barbour for its spring/summer 2024 collection. Aside from plundering the Chatsworth archives, Moralioglu partnered with Barbour, the 130-year-old, family-owned brand synonymous … Read more

Inspecs lags expectations due to soft December trading

Globally focused British eyewear specialist Inspecs Group said on Monday that profits for 2023 should rise in double-digits but revenue for the year was flat and its performance was below market expectations. Talbot Runhof The company makes a number of in-house brands as well as licensed products for labels including Joseph, Viktor&Rolf, Barbour, Liberty, Superdry, … Read more

Barbour sales rise, but costs increases dent profits

Barbour — or to give it its full name, J Barbour & Sons Limited — said the year to the end of April saw higher revenue but lower profit. Turnover rose to £343.1 million from £286.5 million although the cost of sales also jumped significantly. Gross profit was £149.4 million, up from £128.8 million, but … Read more