Harrington jacket

In today's world, Harrington jacket has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of people. Both professionally and personally, Harrington jacket has generated debates and discussions about its impact and influence on society. From its origin to its current evolution, Harrington jacket has been the subject of studies and research that have tried to shed light on its implications and consequences. In this article, we will explore some fundamental aspects of Harrington jacket and analyze its role in different contexts. From its connection with technology, through its relationship with culture and politics, to its importance in everyday life, Harrington jacket is a topic that continues to generate interest and reflection today.

James Dean from the film Rebel Without a Cause wearing a Harrington jacket

A Harrington jacket (originally known only as a Baracuta jacket or a G9) is a lightweight, waist-length jacket made of cotton, polyester, wool or suede. Designs often incorporate traditional Fraser tartan or checkerboard-patterned lining.[1]

History

1950s Harrington jacket designed as workwear for truckers. Note the external pockets similar to an ike jacket.

The first Harrington-style jackets were claimed to be made in the 1930s by the British clothing company, Baracuta.[1][2] Baracuta's original design, the G9, is still in production.[3] The British company Grenfell, previously known as Haythornthwaite and Sons, also claims to have invented an identical jacket around the same time based on their golf jackets,[1] which is also still in production using their own signature cotton. The Harrington from either original source is based on lightweight, roomy jackets worn to play golf hence the G in the G4 or G9 naming convention for Baracuta. Both versions were originally made in Lancashire, England. Baracuta originally manufactured their jacket in Manchester whereas Grenfell were based in Burnley then London.

The character Rodney Harrington from the television series Peyton Place was so frequently seen wearing Baracuta jackets that the style of jacket came to be named after him.

Trademark

In France, HARRINGTON has been a registered trademark since 1985.[4]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Harrington Jacket & Baracuta G9 Guide". Gentleman's Gazette. 14 February 2014. Retrieved 10 April 2016.
  2. ^ "The Baracuta G9 Harrington : Guide to Baracuta Jackets". Atom Retro. Retrieved 23 January 2017.
  3. ^ Evans, Jonathan (25 September 2015). "One of the Most Iconic Jackets of the 20th Century Is Now Available in Leather". Esquire.
  4. ^ "Service de recherche marques" [Brand Research Service]. INPI (in French). Retrieved 31 January 2017.