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WTAPS vs Barbour: similarities and differences

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WTAPS

Japan Founded 1996

Streetwear · Outdoor & functional

Barbour

United Kingdom Founded 1894

Outdoor & functional · Trends & youth culture

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Streetwear

    WTAPS shows a stronger emphasis

  • Outdoor & functional

    Barbour shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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Traits of WTAPS and Barbour, shown relative to each brand.
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Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

Bar lengths show how prominent each trait is within each brand.

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Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
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Avant-garde & designer
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Decoration & playfulness
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Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
WTAPS
Barbour
Country Japan United Kingdom
Founded 1996 1894
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Accessories Bags Accessories Footwear Lifestyle products

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

WTAPS

No information is available.

Barbour

Collaborations

WTAPS

  • 2026-02-20

    New Balance

    WTAPS × New Balance “U1300WT / Made in USA 1300.” It is safest to treat the 2/20 date notation and the 3/6 announcement in Japan as region-specific information.

  • 2026

    Alpha Industries

    A collaboration featured for SS26, combining Alpha’s classic MA-1 with WTAPS’ characteristic interpretation of military and workwear, a color palette centered on olive and black, and brand patches.

  • 2025-11-21

    VANS

    A collaboration between OTW by Vans, OAMC, and WTAPS. The Sk8-Hi GL Lug and Seylynn Lug were released in three colorways, balancing functionality and craftsmanship.

  • 2025-08-02

    UNDERCOVER

    In August 2025, a collaboration inspired by the film Seven Samurai was presented as part of a new chapter of “ONE ON ONE”.

  • 2025-04-25

    GRILLZ JEWELZ

    A collaboration with GRILLZ JEWELZ for WTAPS25SS. The release includes VINNY necklaces and bracelets, and PROVE college rings. 10K and motif designs are among its features.

  • 2025-02-07

    sacai

    The second collaboration with WTAPS took place in February 2025. In addition to five styles each for men and women, the lineup also included unisex items.

WTAPS collaborations

Barbour

  • 2026-01-01

    BEAMS

    A BEAMS store blog introduced special-order BEAUFORT and other items on January 1, 2026. The release date and detailed lineup have not been determined.

  • 2025-12-10

    GANNI

    The fourth installment, released on December 10, 2025, features leopard and tartan on waxed quilting, as well as limited jackets and accessories.

  • 2025-11-05

    SHIPS

    Released on November 5, 2025. A model based on OS BEDALE, featuring a crazy-pattern lining, silver zips, and other modifications to mark the 50th anniversary.

  • 2025-11-03

    SOREL

    The first collaboration was released on November 3, 2025. It features three styles of GORE-TEX-equipped shoes/boots, as well as the Transport Down Wax Puffer.

  • 2025-10-30

    Levi's

    The first collaboration, released on October 30, 2025. Spey, Bedale, and Type II are mutually reinterpreted in wax × denim, with accessories also included.

  • 2025-10-24

    Palace Skateboards

    The second release, launched on October 24, 2025. A capsule featuring items such as the Bedale and Field Casual, caps, trousers, and dog coats.

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