International Mr. Leather
International Mr. Leather (IML) is an international conference and contest of leathermen held annually in Chicago.
Sponsorship Opportunities & Forms: imrl.com/forms
- Now Open: IMLBB Art Showcase 2026 — Open Call! Presented by International Mr. Leather & the Leather Archives & Museum. May 21–24, 2026 | Chicago Showcase your work to an international audience of 16,000+ attendees.
- Welcome to the 2026 IMLBB Press Conference here at Mid-Atlantic Leather weekend. I’m David Ronnenberg - IML 38 and Executive Director of IMLBB. We would like to thank the Centaurs for their continued partnership and generosity with IMLBB and for hosting us every year.
- Can’t be there live? Catch the live stream happening now: www.facebook.com/share/v/1D2B...
- The IMLBB Press Conference is this Saturday! Join us in person at Mid-Atlantic Leather (MAL) on Saturday, January 17th at Noon EST in the Hyatt Regency Thornton Room C-D-E. We will be announcing our IMLBB judges panel plus more updates about this year’s contest and events! Stay tuned! #imlbb
- The IMLBB Press Conference is this Saturday! Join us in person at Mid-Atlantic Leather (MAL) on Saturday, January 17th at Noon EST in the Hyatt Regency Thornton Room C-D-E. We will be announcing our IMLBB judges panel plus more updates about this year’s contest and events! Stay tuned! #imlbb
- Get ready — the countdown begins! This year, the IMBB contest will feature five judges, bringing an expanded and diverse panel of voices to the competition.
- And yes… the official judge announcement will be made at MAL! Join us live on Saturday, Jan 17th at Noon EST: Hyatt Regency Thornton Room C-D-E or live on our Facebook pages. Stay tuned — the reveal is coming soon, and you won’t want to miss it. - IMBB Team imbb@imrl.com
- Submissions are now closed for the IMLBB Model Call at (MAL) Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend. Thank you for all entries #imlbb
- Hello! The IML ART DEPARTMENT is seeking models to participate in an upcoming International Mister Leather advertising campaign. We will be photographing during Mid-Atlantic Leather (MAL) Weekend on Saturday afternoon, January 17, 2026. 🧵👇
- EARLY BIRD ENDS TODAY! Today is your final chance to lock in exclusive Early Bird savings at The Congress Plaza Hotel before regular rates kick in. Book now: reservations.congressplazahotel.com/book/dates-o...
- The Countdown Is On! ⏰ Great news! The Early Bird rate for The Congress Plaza Hotel has been extended to December 30th. This is your last chance to lock in special savings before regular rates apply. reservations.congressplazahotel.com/book/dates-o...
- This holiday season, we’re excited to share some incredible news! Beginning this contest year, the IMBB Travel Fund will be set to match the $10,000 IML Travel Fund.
- New & revamped! Built with intention and designed for maximum impact, we’re excited to launch the updated IMLBB Sponsorship Deck featuring refreshed benefits, new recognition categories, and expanded donor opportunities. View the full deck: 👇 www.internationalmrleather.com/forms
- I am thrilled to announce the creation of a brand-new leadership role within our organization, and the internal promotion to fill this elevated position. Becky Perdue, previously Director of Bootblack Partnership, has accepted the role of Executive Director – Bootblacks. 🧵👇
- The IMBB Elements of Competition are officially here! We’re excited to share the full breakdown of what contestants can expect as they prepare for the International Mr. Bootblack experience. 🧵👇
- World Aids Day 2025. Paul Thek died from AIDS-related complications on August 10, 1988, six years before I am born. He was 54 years old. He is my hero. A singular figure. Chris Kelley IML Art director
- Early Access Pricing for International Mr. Leather & International Mr. Bootblack 2026 is now live! Use the link below to get your tickets now! www.sickening.events/e/internatio... #IML #IMBB #IMLBB #InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #leather #bootblack
