Barn jackets – the trend that hit the runway at the start of the year – may be enjoying a moment in fashion’s limelight but, really, they are nothing new. Seen on Prada’s runways, these are the lived-in jackets in browns, khakis, navies and greens that every country-dweller has hanging dependably on their coat rack for wet walks with the dog.



It’s for that reason that we’re on board with this trend – precisely because there is nothing throwaway about it. Invest in one of these and you’ll wear it forevermore. Think Barbour with a directional fashion twist which makes them as perfect for throwing over a romantic dress as they are with jeans and sturdy boots. Boxy cuts and a relaxed fit are the order of the day. Should you not have one hanging up on your coat rack, these are the best examples of this seasonal essential, which is as timeless as it is stylish and practical.



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