Princess Catherine wore a brown Barbour jacket during a visit to the mental health charity A Dose of Nature last week, pairing it with a navy roll-neck. Her exact jacket is a past-season piece, so shoppers looking to recreate the look can turn to a £269 Beadnell Wax Jacket from Barbour in the bark colourway.
A Timeless Royal Staple
The Beadnell is one of Barbour's most recognisable designs, and the brown shade gives the classic a chic update. The British label, founded in 1894, has long been a staple in royal wardrobes, with Catherine owning several of its designs.
Made from traditional Thornproof waxed cotton, the jacket features a tailored silhouette, corduroy collar, tartan lining and practical front pockets. It is available in UK sizes 4 to 22, with several colourways including classic green.
How to Style the Look
The bark version can be paired with a navy cashmere jumper, skinny jeans and knee-high leather boots for a weekend outfit. While £269 is an investment, Barbour's designs are made for years of wear, with the option to rewax the fabric to extend the jacket's life.
With Christmas approaching, the jacket could serve as a big-ticket gift or a treat for oneself.
More Affordable Alternatives
A £85 waxed jacket from Roman offers a darker chocolate-brown shade, with a corduroy collar, front pockets and a longline silhouette in UK sizes 10 to 20. A khaki colourway is also available, and shoppers can get 10% off using code SPARK, bringing the price to £76.50.
For a closer colour match, a cotton parka from Mango at £99.99 features a lighter beige-brown shade with a dark-brown corduroy collar, matching cuffs, flap pockets and a zip fastening. Available in sizes S to XL, with a black colourway also on offer, the retailer recommends sizing down for a more flattering fit.
