Barrie Men's Sale

Barrie knits cashmere for Chanel out of the same Hawick mill it's operated since 1903 — and its own-label pieces use the same yarn without the house markup. The 4-ply crewnecks and cardigans are where the construction shows most; sellers who don't know the name price them like ordinary knitwear. That's the gap worth buying into.

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ANI BARRIE 1990'S GREY MOHAIR CLASSIC LONG SLEEVE HOODED JUMPER SIZE M

100.0% · 13,591 ratings Free shipping Listed 8 months ago

Barrie's '90s knitwear is what collectors mean by Scottish mohair — this hooded cut is the one they point to.

6.0 /10

Barrie $128 $350–$450$450(68% Off Est. Retail68% Off Est Retail)

Barrie 100% Pure Cashmere Sweater Scotland V-Neck Vintage Jumper Men's Fit Sz XL

100.0% · 442 ratings +$15 shipping Listed 8 months ago

Barrie's Scottish cashmere knits run generous through the chest and sleeve—this XL fits closer to a US large, a sizing quirk that tends to stall their secondhand movement.

6.0 /10

Barrie $150 $450–$550$550(70% Off Est. Retail70% Off Est Retail)

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Buying Secondhand Barrie Cashmere: What to Look For

Barrie is a cashmere mill in Hawick, Scotland that has been knitting since 1903, and their own-label pieces are among the more underpriced finds on the secondary market. Most buyers know the big Italian cashmere names but not Barrie, which means comparable quality trades at a real discount. The brand also produces knitwear for larger fashion houses under white-label arrangements, so when you find a piece carrying the Barrie name directly, you are getting mill-quality cashmere without the markup that goes to someone else's marketing budget.

Barrie Cashmere Sweaters: Ply, Gauge, and What Actually Matters

The most important thing to understand before buying Barrie secondhand is the ply. Their 2-ply knitwear is finer, lighter, and more delicate — better for layering under a jacket or wearing in mild weather, but more susceptible to pilling and wear over time. The 4-ply pieces are heavier, more structured, and hold up better with regular use. Neither is inherently superior, but buying a 2-ply crew-neck expecting a robust winter sweater leads to disappointment. Listings rarely specify ply, so if the seller's photos show a fine, almost gossamer-weight knit, treat it accordingly. The classic crew-neck and v-neck styles in midweight gauges are the most versatile secondhand buys — they are what Barrie does consistently well across decades of production.

Barrie vs Loro Piana and N.Peal: How the Secondary Market Compares

Loro Piana commands a significant premium on the secondary market largely on name recognition. N.Peal, which operates out of Burlington Arcade in London, is better known to a certain English-speaking buyer and prices accordingly. Barrie sits below both in secondary market pricing despite operating its own mill in Hawick and controlling its production in a way that most cashmere 'brands' do not. A Barrie crew-neck in excellent condition will typically trade for less than a comparable Loro Piana piece of similar weight and fiber, which is the inefficiency worth knowing about.

Condition Issues to Check Before Buying Barrie Knitwear

Moth damage is the real risk with any stored cashmere, and Barrie is no exception. Look carefully at seller photos around the underarms, cuffs, and along the side seams — moths prefer areas with body oils and are rarely found only in obvious places. Small holes in the body of a sweater that the listing describes as 'minor' rarely stay minor with wear. Surface pilling is a different matter: on quality cashmere it is a fiber characteristic rather than a sign of degradation, and a cashmere comb will address most of it. The more serious issue is a sweater that has been over-dry-cleaned — it will photograph fine but feel flat and slightly rough, with none of the loft the piece had originally. Vintage Barrie from the 1980s and 1990s runs noticeably roomier than current production, so check measurements if you are buying anything without a size reference.

Secondhand Barrie Cashmere: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Barrie cashmere run true to size?

Current production runs true to a slightly generous fit — a medium is a genuine medium with room to move, not a slim European cut. Pieces from the 1980s and 1990s run larger still, sometimes by a full size. If you are buying vintage Barrie without trying it on, ask the seller for chest and body length measurements and compare against a sweater you already own. Do not rely on the labeled size alone.

How do I tell if a Barrie piece has moth damage?

Ask the seller to photograph the underarms, inside the cuffs, and along the side seams. These are the spots moths target first. Also look for any thinning in the fabric that shows up as slight transparency in bright light — this precedes actual holes and indicates the yarn has been compromised. A seller who says 'no issues' but will not provide close-up photos of these areas is a seller to pass on.

Is surface pilling on a Barrie sweater a dealbreaker?

Not usually. Fine cashmere pills from friction during wear, and it is a property of the fiber rather than a defect in the knit. A cashmere comb will remove surface pills without damaging the yarn. What you cannot fix is pilling caused by yarn degradation — where the fiber has actually broken down and the knit feels thinner and rougher than it should. If the seller describes significant pilling and the sweater is priced accordingly, it is worth asking for a photo of the fabric texture up close.

Is Barrie the same as the cashmere Chanel uses?

Barrie does produce knitwear for Chanel and other fashion houses, but the pieces are made to each house's specifications and carry the commissioning brand's label, not Barrie's. A Barrie-labeled piece is the mill's own product, made to their standards and sold under their name. The relationship means Barrie has serious production credentials, but a Barrie-label sweater and a Chanel-label Barrie-made sweater are different commercial products, not interchangeable.

Where can I buy pre-owned Barrie menswear?

Right here — this page collects pre-owned and secondhand Barrie menswear from live eBay listings, scored against current market pricing so the resale deals worth acting on sort to the top. Stock turns over daily as pieces sell.