International Mr. Leather
@iml-imbb.bsky.social
International Mr. Leather (IML) is an international conference and contest of leathermen held annually in Chicago.
Sponsorship Opportunities & Forms: https://www.imrl.com/forms
Sponsorship Opportunities & Forms: https://www.imrl.com/forms
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.
January 17, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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.
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
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
January 16, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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
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.
This year, the IMBB contest will feature five judges, bringing an expanded and diverse panel of voices to the competition.
January 6, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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.
This year, the IMBB contest will feature five judges, bringing an expanded and diverse panel of voices to the competition.
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. 🧵👇
We will be photographing during Mid-Atlantic Leather (MAL) Weekend on Saturday afternoon, January 17, 2026. 🧵👇
January 3, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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. 🧵👇
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...
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...
December 30, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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...
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...
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...
December 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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...
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.
Beginning this contest year, the IMBB Travel Fund will be set to match the $10,000 IML Travel Fund.
December 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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.
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
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
December 18, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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
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. 🧵👇
Becky Perdue, previously Director of Bootblack Partnership, has accepted the role of Executive Director – Bootblacks. 🧵👇
December 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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. 🧵👇
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. 🧵👇
We’re excited to share the full breakdown of what contestants can expect as they prepare for the International Mr. Bootblack experience. 🧵👇
December 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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. 🧵👇
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
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
December 1, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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
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
www.sickening.events/e/internatio...
#IML #IMBB #IMLBB #InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #leather #bootblack
November 29, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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
www.sickening.events/e/internatio...
#IML #IMBB #IMLBB #InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #leather #bootblack
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
www.sickening.events/e/internatio...
#IML #IMBB #IMLBB #InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #leather #bootblack
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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
www.sickening.events/e/internatio...
#IML #IMBB #IMLBB #InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #leather #bootblack
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Becky!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Becky!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 27, 2025 at 1:04 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Becky!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Becky!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks David!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks David!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks David!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks David!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Jamal!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Jamal!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Jamal!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
You’re just 1 day away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Jamal!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Bee 🐝
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Bee 🐝
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 26, 2025 at 9:12 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Bee 🐝
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Bee 🐝
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Miguel!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Miguel!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 26, 2025 at 9:11 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Miguel!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Miguel!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Empress Jessica!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Empress Jessica!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 26, 2025 at 9:08 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Empress Jessica!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 2 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks Empress Jessica!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — Nov 28!
We’re just 3 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Jeffrey!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 3 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Jeffrey!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 25, 2025 at 8:36 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — Nov 28!
We’re just 3 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Jeffrey!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 3 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Jeffrey!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — Nov 28!
We’re just 4 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Kendall!
#InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 4 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Kendall!
#InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 24, 2025 at 9:18 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — Nov 28!
We’re just 4 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Kendall!
#InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 4 short days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Thanks Kendall!
#InternationalMrLeather #InternationalMrBootblack #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
English Translation:
Hi everyone, my name is Alex Torres, and I'm Mr. Hidden Door 2024. I'm part of the Class of 47 and I'm here to remind you that we have 5 days left for the Black Friday sale for IML.
We have hotel packages, ticket packages, and party packages too. See you there.
Thanks, Alex!
Hi everyone, my name is Alex Torres, and I'm Mr. Hidden Door 2024. I'm part of the Class of 47 and I'm here to remind you that we have 5 days left for the Black Friday sale for IML.
We have hotel packages, ticket packages, and party packages too. See you there.
Thanks, Alex!
November 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
English Translation:
Hi everyone, my name is Alex Torres, and I'm Mr. Hidden Door 2024. I'm part of the Class of 47 and I'm here to remind you that we have 5 days left for the Black Friday sale for IML.
We have hotel packages, ticket packages, and party packages too. See you there.
Thanks, Alex!
Hi everyone, my name is Alex Torres, and I'm Mr. Hidden Door 2024. I'm part of the Class of 47 and I'm here to remind you that we have 5 days left for the Black Friday sale for IML.
We have hotel packages, ticket packages, and party packages too. See you there.
Thanks, Alex!
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 6 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks, Billy!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 6 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks, Billy!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
November 23, 2025 at 2:06 PM
IMLBB 2026 Early Access begins Black Friday — November 28!
We’re just 6 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks, Billy!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
We’re just 6 days away from securing your event packages and Congress Hotel reservations for IMLBB 2026!
Get ready!
Thanks, Billy!
#InternationalMrLeatherInc #IMLBB
#iml #imbb #bootblack #leather
Hello guys, so we have exactly 6 days left to be able to take advantage of the sales to enjoy the IML Black Friday Weekend with really competitive prices. Frankly, I advise you to book in advance, it's much more interesting and well the countdown has started eh.
So I hope you see you there!
Ciao.
So I hope you see you there!
Ciao.
November 23, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Hello guys, so we have exactly 6 days left to be able to take advantage of the sales to enjoy the IML Black Friday Weekend with really competitive prices. Frankly, I advise you to book in advance, it's much more interesting and well the countdown has started eh.
So I hope you see you there!
Ciao.
So I hope you see you there!
Ciao.