Curating Timeless
Menswear Since 1905

A Legacy, Locked and Unlocked Since 1905

When our doors first opened on Superior Street in 1905, Duluth was a city of smokestacks and steam whistles. What began as a modest storefront has become woven into the very fabric of this community—a place where fathers have brought sons, and sons have brought grandsons for over a century.

At the heart of our story stands the Diebold safe, its black steel doors accented with gold lettering—a silent guardian that has witnessed countless handshakes and promises kept. This safe holds more than valuables; it protects the essence of Columbia Clothing: craftsmanship that endures, relationships that matter, and the quiet confidence that comes from knowing you're dressed right for whatever life might bring.

Through changing times, we've outfitted the men of Duluth for first jobs, promotions, weddings, and everything in between. Now, as brothers Jeff and Kyle carry this legacy forward, we honor our past while crafting new traditions—where a suit fitting might turn into a lesson on mixing the perfect Old Fashioned, where quality isn't just sold but shared.

Step into our store and you step into something older and wiser than yourself—a continuing story of true craftsmanship where every garment becomes part of your own unfolding narrative. Some things are worth protecting. Trust. Reputation. Community. We've kept them safe for over a century.

 

Your Vision, Our Craftsmanship

At Ed Barbo's Columbia Clothing, we believe your wedding attire should be as unique as your love story. Our century of experience ensures that each piece is crafted with precision and passion. Stand apart from the ordinary with a suit that reflects your personality and style. Visit our Weddings page to see how we can bring your vision to life.

For 120 years, Ed Barbos Columbia Clothing has dressed gentlemen with quiet distinction. Our formal wear collection embodies the principles that have sustained us since 1905: impeccable craftsmanship, enduring style, and genuine accessibility.

Each garment in our formal collection represents decades of refined technique, from hand-finished lapels to precisely tailored shoulders that create a silhouette both commanding and comfortable. We select fabrics not for fleeting trends, but for their inherent quality and character—wools that improve with age, silks that hold their luster through generations.

Our approach to formal attire remains refreshingly straightforward. We believe true sophistication needs no exaggeration; a well-made suit speaks volumes without raising its voice. Our experienced clothiers guide rather than dictate, ensuring each customer finds formal wear that honors both tradition and individual presence.

At Ed Barbos, we don't simply sell formal clothing—we preserve a legacy of sartorial excellence that connects fathers to sons, mentors to protégés, and gentlemen to their finest moments.

 

Refined Casual: From Boardroom to Brewery, Always in Your Element

At Ed Barbo’s Columbia Clothing, refined casual means dressing with confidence, ease, and timeless style. It’s about looking put together without feeling overdone—sharp enough for a client meeting, comfortable enough for a night out. Our collection is built for the modern man who moves seamlessly between work, home, and adventure, never missing a step.

Inspired by the rugged beauty of the North Shore, we focus on craftsmanship, durability, and details that matter. Crisp, tailored shirts, perfectly weighted layers, and well-fitted pants that look just as good at the office as they do by the lake. These are clothes designed to be lived in—grounded, effortless, and always in their element.

Because great style isn’t about trends. It’s about finding what works, wearing it well, and making it your own.