The Obtainer - 10/22/25, Wednesday

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The Obtainer

Wednesday,
October 22nd Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Part workwear classic, part style essential, the barn jacket is back in rotation. We tried and tested the best to help you find your perfect match.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

Good/Better/Best

Barn Jackets

You don’t have to work on a farm to appreciate the rugged protection and durability of a good barn jacket. If you don't regularly work outside with your hands, you might not be entirely familiar with this piece of outerwear, but you'd recognize it if you saw it. Typically cut from a hard-wearing cotton fabric, the jacket is usually resistant to harsh weather conditions and finished with patch pockets and a sturdy corduroy collar. It turns out, what's practical can also be pretty damn stylish while also offering you plenty of storage and protection from the elements.

But, you might be wondering, which barn jacket is right for you. We tried on a handful of options, yanked on the buttons and dug deep into those pockets to find the best options for your money. These aren't the only ones on the market, but they are the ones our editors would recommend. The good news is that you can pick one up just in time for cooler weather no matter your budget.

 
Good 

A Reliable Classic

+ Made from heavy-duty cotton canvas that feels broken in from the start

+ Available in regular and tall fits

+ Bi-swing back and underarm gussets for added mobility

+ Five deep exterior pockets, but no interior pockets

$180 by L.L.Bean

 
 
Better 

The Rugged Option

+ Made from 12 oz. water-resistant Dearborn cotton canvas

+ Soft, blanket-lined body and smooth nylon sleeve lining make it easy to slip on and off

+ Contrasting metal buttons and rivet detailing

+ Two interior pockets and four exterior pockets

$245 by Carhartt WIP

 
 
Best 

Durable and Luxurious

+ Made from flocked denim, a unique 100% cotton fabric with a velvety handfeel

+ Vintage-inspired details like a throat latch and raglan sleeves

+ Oversized two-way zipper and snap button placket

+ Side-entry hand pockets, oversized patch pockets (with snaps) at the hips and two interior pockets

$498 by Todd Snyder

 
 

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Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Everlane's chore coat has everything you want, from unique pocket details to an organic cotton denim that's been washed for softness.

$178 / $107
by Everlane

 

This soft cotton flannel button-up shirt is cut in a modern cropped length, and comes in a wide range of colors.

$69.95 / $41.97
by Gap

 

This derby from Sanders is as classic as it gets. It's made in England and the rubber Goodyear-welted lug sole ensures grippy traction.

$340 / $175
by Sanders

 
 

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The Wall Street Journal
 

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Grace Wales Bonner Is Graduating to the Big Luxury Leagues

 

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The Cut
 

Decades later, the Gamefair finally returns … sort of. Only now, it has a different name, not to mention a second brand on the tag.”

 

A Forgotten Barbour Jacket From the ’60s Returns As a True Winter Warrior

 

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I think I found my new green shirt, but it’s blue and 100 years old.

It's a French work jacket. Mine was produced back in the 1920s.

In France they call it "bleu de travail", in the world they call it "french workjacket".

 
 

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