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January 2021
December 2020
Style October 2020
We’ve highlighted some of our favourite boots for the winter months, with designs that help you walk a little longer, feel a little stronger and stand a little taller
Moving forward sometimes means a step back, which is exactly the combination that Barbanera have instilled this winter. Their refreshing and modern style inventions originate from the greats of historical culture such as Kerouac, Cash and Pasolini.
Style January 2020
Sergio Guardi explains how the cross-cultural films of Sergio Leone inspire his approach to design.
Icons December 2019
Inspired by dandies, banditos, ramblers, rockers and rebels, designer Sergio Guardi explains how music has affected his menswear creations.
Style December 2019
Sergio Guardì explains how literature has coloured his footwear and apparel designs — and his outlook on life.
The Italian label Barbanera burst on to the sartorial scene as a shoemaker that blended refinement with a rock ’n’ roll philosophy. Now these three dashing upstarts are taking the next step: applying their DNA to ready-to-wear apparel. The results, as evidenced in these pages, are exceptional…
Style October 2019
Barbanera’s latest collection reiterates the label’s mastery of Americana-inspired style, with footwear and clothing made for the modern cowboy.
Style June 2019
Co-founder Sergio Guardì explains why Barbanera is in tune with The Rake Values.
Watches June 2019
With a unique sense of style and passion for past moments in history, Sergio Guardì’s love affair with Omega is deeply rooted into his cultural psyche…
Style March 2018
Sebastiano and Sergio Guardì, the Italian brothers behind Barbanera shoes, lift the lid on their personal style treasures.
Style November 2017
Originally created by Queen Victoria’s shoemaker in the 19th century, the Chelsea boot has endured many decades and numerous fashion trends to become one of the most versatile shoe styles on the market today…
Craft October 2017
Italian brand Barbanera have taken their highly cultivated approach to shoemaking and expanded it into a seditious exploration of contemporary workwear.