For Spring/Summer 2012, SOPHNET has collaborated with Barbour on their classic Bedale Jacket. The iconic waxed cotton jacket comes in a navy colorway with contrasting collar and an interesting lining. The jacket releases on January 28th, 2012, along with the first SOPHNET Spring/Summer 2012 pieces.

Known globally for their great jackets, Barbour has us talking about something outside of the norm here with this waxed camo sports hat. This classic bucket hat is not only sporty in appearance, but is rather functional thanks to its 4oz Sylkoil waxed cotton. This should assist with the elements while out and about. This hat is currently available at end.

Take a more detailed look after the jump.

Barbour has come back strong with their collaboration with Japanese designer Tokihito Yoshida. Though still very popular with their classics, the brand had missed to innovate for some time, which is now finally happening with the Beacon Heritage Collection.

“Spring Summer 2012 sets the bar high once again, with outerwear creating the main body of the collection. Key pieces from the Autumn Winter range have been developed, none more so than the Spey Fishing Jacket. Constructed from Gore WINDSTOPPER Active Shell – a completely windproof, highly functional and breathable lightweight material – it is jam-packed with pockets, a signature of Yoshida’s unnerving passion for technical outwear that finds the balance between form and function with apparent ease. This can also be seen in the Mount Shirt, a brand new piece in the SS12 collection. Available in three materials; Waxed, Herringbone and WINDSTOPPER; the simplistic, ergonomically sound design makes it one of our favourite pieces from the range.

Tokihito’s pursuit of functional perfection can also be found in the Vintage Cotton Hunting Jacket. A homage to everything technical, this brilliant reworking of the classic hunting jacket is awash with pockets, fastening, D-rings and straps. Available in both Sand and Olive colourways, this is a fantastic, easy to wear piece.

Alongside developments on key pieces like the Sporting Quilt, Motorbike Shirt and knitwear with a nod Barbour’s cycling and fishing heritage, we think the Spring Summer 2012 Beacon Heritage collection is the going to be hard to beat.”

The new collection mostly consists of outerwear and knitwear and is getting to retailers soon, including End.

For Fall/Winter 2011 Barbour has produced a small range of goods with R. Newbold. A vest, the Bedale Jacket and the Quilting Jacket come as part of this collaboration in new colors and with added details. R. Newbold added prints to the vest and the Bedale jacket, giving the otherwise very classic pieces a more modern appeal. At the same time, the brand used the classic plaid and tartan fabrics for the lining, which results in an overall interesting mash-up. The three pieces will release in several colorways September 2011.

Check out the full line-up of goods from this collaboration after the jump.

A beautiful crepe sole boat shoe comes this season from Barbour, the makers of the waxed jackets.

“Barbours’ much anticipated reworking of the of the classic Boat Shoe Silhouette with the addition of Natural British Crepe Sole and leather insole.

These hand-stitched, three eyelet walnut Leather shoes are a great example of what Barbour have become renowned for. Simply, well executed elegant design.”

We could not agree more. The choice of leather, stitching details and crepe sole finish are simply beautiful. The shoes are now in stock at End.

More views of the shoes follow after the jump.

Here we present one of our favorite pieces from the Barbour x Tokihito Yoshida Spring/Summer 2011 Collection. The Bonded Bicycle Jacket comes with a laminated waterproof cotton with heat bonded seams for maximum protection against the elements, while all the original features remain. The colorway and details of the jacket are perfect. It is now available from End (storeguide).

Take a detailed look at the jacket after the jump.

To celebrate its 75th anniversary, Barbour will be releasing a Steve McQueen Collection. The line consists of jackets, t-shirts, as well as knitwear and is directly inspired by vintage photographs of him racing his motorcycle and relaxing in his spare time. Look out for a release later this year.

A full look at the limited edition collection follows after the jump.

“To celebrate 75 years of their iconic International jacket, Barbour are producing 75 special limited-edition jackets taken from the original design. Created specifically for the 1936 International Six Day Trials that supplied its name, the Barbour International – in original green and later classic black – was the jacket for competitive motorcyclists through the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. It was worn by Steve McQueen and legendary stunt rider Bud Edkins.” The jackets will be available, in 2 finishes – box-fresh and distressed – from December 1, 2010 at Barbour’s Heritage stores, Liberty and key independents across the UK.

Additional visuals can be seen after the click.

Today we can show you first images of the upcoming collaboration between Rockport and Barbour on a series of boots for Holiday 2010.

“The collaboration came about based on the brands’ shared set of ideals of quality and technology. Each company has an unwavering commitment to quality products that can be seen in a wide array of executions from dress shoes to boots for Rockport, and from jackets to sweaters for Barbour.

Barbour pioneered the method of using oilskins which today is translated through their proprietary waxed cotton fabrics to keep seafarers, laborers, farmers and city dwellers safe from the harsh cold and wet weather. Similarly Rockport pioneered the use of advanced athletic technologies in traditional dress shoes to enhance overall walking comfort.

Both Rockport (established 1971) and Barbour (estasblished 1894) have combined their long-standing design traditions to create a limited edition boot collection in three distinct styles: the Cap Toe Boot, the Plain Toe Boot and the Chukka Boot.

The Rockport x Barbour collaboration features authentic Barbour waxed cotton fabric, Barbour heritage tartans, Barbour hardware as well as an integrated adiPRENE by adidas footbed, which provides superior shock absorption at the heel strike.

Throughout the collection Rockport has paid attention to considerable details including hand stitched linings, beautiful pull up leathers, and rawhide laces. In addition Rockport has used its patented Walkability outsole, which helps mimic the natural walking stride by assuring a smooth strike of the foot and an efficient roll and flex of the foot throughout the walking motion.”

The boots will be released at Rockport Las Vegas, Barbour New York, Bodega Boston, Opening Ceremony New York and Blackbird Seattle November 2010.

More images of the boots follow after the jump.

Sophnet starts to roll out their first 11th anniversary collaborations and as expected they are high profile. First up is a jacket with Barbour. The Bedale jacket comes in the classic Barbour waxed cotton upper and features a desert camo lining, perfectly matching this season’s collection by Sophnet. The jacket will be released at Sophnet retailers on November 2nd.

Many detailed images of the jacket follow after the jump.