Discover the collaboration between Baracuta and British photographer Gavin Watson. Known for his iconic photographs of working-class youth since the 1980s, Watson has immortalised British subcultures. In his lens, one garment appears again and again as a symbol of identity and rebellion: the G9 Harrington jacket. Today, the brand and the photographer join forces for a capsule collection celebrating this shared history.

A Meeting Rooted in the Archives

This collaboration brings together the original creator of the G9 and the man who documented it in the field.

The Witness of an Era
Gavin Watson became known for his raw and intimate documentation of skinhead and punk culture in the United Kingdom—most notably through his book Skins, which inspired the film This Is England. His work offers an insider’s perspective, far from clichés, capturing the everyday reality of a certain British youth.

The Garment as Identity
Across four decades of photography, Baracuta’s G9 Harrington appears repeatedly in Watson’s images. More than just a jacket, it becomes a marker of personal expression, adopted by entire generations—mods, punks, skinheads—as a way of challenging conventions.

The Collection: The G9 as a Canvas of Expression

The Gavin Watson x Baracuta capsule pays tribute to a shared heritage through pieces that merge archival references with contemporary street culture.

G9 Gavin Watson Patches Jacket
Made in the United Kingdom, the jacket retains all the original details—double-button collar, raglan sleeves and the signature umbrella back. The novelty lies in the integration of custom photographic patches on the chest and sleeves, turning the classic silhouette into a wearable gallery of Watson’s work.

• G9 Gavin Watson Printed Lining Jacket
  A more subtle approach. The exterior remains timeless, while the lining reveals an all-over photographic print drawn from Watson’s archives. A powerful tribute, hidden beneath the shell of the heritage jacket.

• Expanding the Wardrobe
  The collection is completed by two graphic T-shirts inspired by the photographer’s universe and a set of four collectible pins—a nod to British subcultures.

Set to launch on March 16, 2026, on the brand’s website and at its Milan flagship store, the collection goes beyond clothing to become a cultural and artistic artefact.