Barbour Women's Vests

Frequently Asked Questions

• What materials and construction give Barbour women's quilted gilets their warmth and packability?

  Barbour gilets use lightweight quilted construction—diamond quilting with a polyamide lining and synthetic fill on styles like the Otterburn—plus cotton options such as the Salthill for breathability. Design details like curved hems, tonal seam binding and low-profile pockets keep weight down while maintaining warmth and abrasion resistance for everyday country or city use.
• How should I size a Barbour gilet if I plan to layer it over shirts or under a jacket?

  Barbour gilets are cut for a regular, comfortable fit with features like side-waist tabs (Otterburn) and stretch side panels (High Field) to fine-tune fit for layering. If you wear bulky midlayers, size up to allow mobility; for slimmer looks over tees or shirts stick to your usual size and check back length (ranges from about 21¼" to 27–29.5" depending on the model) against the brand size chart.
• Which Barbour gilet models are best for countryside walks versus city or casual styling?

  For countryside walks choose functional styles like the Otterburn or Wray with deep patch and hand-warmer pockets, stud flap closures and water-resistant finishes for light weather protection. For city and casual styling the Salthill crewneck and the High Field—with its scooped hem and stretch panels—offer sleeker silhouettes that layer neatly over knits without bulk.
• How does the Otterburn Quilted Gilet compare to the High Field Gilet?

  The Otterburn is a lightweight, classic quilted gilet noted for its curved side hem, tonal seam binding and embroidered pocket detail, making it a traditional country staple. The High Field leans modern with stretch side panels and a scooped hem for a closer, more flexible fit—choose Otterburn for heritage styling and High Field if you want a sleeker, movement-friendly profile.
• Are Barbour gilets machine washable and what care do they need to stay looking their best?

  Many quilted Barbour gilets are machine-washable—wash separately on the cycle recommended on the garment label—and should be reshaped and hung or laid flat to dry to preserve loft and quilting. Follow the specific care instructions on each piece (zippers closed, pockets emptied) and avoid high-heat drying to maintain fabric performance.