A waxed jacket should either be traditionally waxed with an outer coating you can feel, but not rub off, when holding the jacket or be dry-waxed (more on that later).

But this is an investment that’s based in feeling as much as function. And if you’re going to invest in just one waxed cotton jacket, it should be the Beaufort, by Barbour. Here’s why.

Noah and Barbour drop another bold collaboration, revamping a classic waxed cotton jacket in an essential warm weather fabric.

Barbour's The Edit by Alexa Chung is back, and her latest capsule collection is full of pieces to help you achieve the perfect spring wardrobe including a chic waterproof bomber jacket ...

Alexa Chung has launched her second capsule collection with Barbour in time for spring, and it’s full of cosy knitwear and waterproof jackets that are perfect for the new season ...

While not 100% identical, the Black Quilted Longline Jacket looks similar to the £220 Cornelia Quilt - and is available in sizes small to large ...

The Black Quilted Longline Jacket from Nobody's Child is a budget-friendly alternative to the iconic Barbour jackets, which are sported by the rich and famous ...

The padded jacket looks extremely similar to a £220 version from Barbour (Image: Nobody's Child) But one shopper gave it a three-star review because the fit was 'too boxy'.

The utility version of a fly fishing jacket from the 1980s combines details from Barbour's Bedale and International — and just made a rare reappearance.

Flint and Tinder The James Waxed Snap Jacket is now only $158 at Huckberry. Shoppers call it the “best waxed jacket yet“ for its “sleek and simple design.” ...

Barbour’s heritage jackets get a floral makeover courtesy of Erdem Utilitarian outwear has taken the fashion world by storm and now Britain's world-famous wax jackets are getting in on the act, ...