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International Mr. Leather (IML) is an international conference and contest of leathermen held annually in Chicago.
Reminder: Help Shape the IML 2026 Judging Panel
To submit a nomination:
1. Visit the IML website.
2. Go to the “Contestant’s Guide” section from the drop-down menu then “Judges and Tally Masters.”
4. Complete the nomination form provided.
Start nominating here: www.internationalmrleather.com/judges
Follow our socials or join the mailing list to receive the upcoming artist submission guidelines and timeline.
Chris Kelley
IML Art Director
We are seeking bold, fearless creators — whose work engages with themes of kink, fetish, leather culture, queer desire, and radical intimacy. Whether you are an emerging artist or a veteran of the scene, we invite you to help shape this one-of-a-kind exhibition.
24.09.2025 16:20 — 👍 8 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0Expect paintings, photography, and selected works that challenge norms, embrace desire, and celebrate the communities that made leather a global language of liberation.
24.09.2025 16:20 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0This upcoming international art show will bring together artists, makers, and visionaries from around the globe to explore the aesthetic, erotic, and political power of leather and kink culture.
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Prepare yourself. Something raw, radical, and unapologetically queer is coming.
24.09.2025 16:20 — 👍 13 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 0Coming soon. Very soon.
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BIG NEWS AT NOON!!!
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Congratulations Rene!
“Thank you, Mayor deHarte, for taking time out of your schedule to show appreciation and recognition for folks in the community. And especially thank you for including me in this as well.
Being able to serve as Mr Palm Springs Leather (and now IML) has been a privilege. ❤️🖤💙”
Winners of International Mr. Leather 2025
IML 2025 Winner: Rene Hebert, Mr. Palm Springs Leather 2025
IML First Runner-up: Zephyr Merkur, Mr. Eagle NYC 2025
IML Second Runner-up: Michael Tikili, Mr. Pittsburgh Leather Fetish 2024
26.05.2025 16:57 — 👍 12 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
Sway Dispensary, located at:
3340 N Halsted St. (across from Sidetrack) is Illinois' First Queer, Black, Latino-Owned Recreational Cannabis Dispensary. Offering 15% off an item for IML attendees that show a receipt/ticket in-store.
Link: www.everybodysway.com
IML, Sociall Media Team
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Get Your IML Video Head Cleaner 2 — Just $70 at Guest Services. Ask for Tony.
Stock is limited and demand is high—don’t miss your chance to grab this collector’s essential while it lasts.
Only $70 for a piece of IML history.
IML, Social Media Team
Check out the parade of contestants headed to The Vic for tonight’s contest!
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#IML #IML2025 #IML47
Monday Night – The party doesn’t stop! Dive into the infamous “Black & Blue Ball” which is at Jackhammer. It’s dark, it’s wild! It’s everything you've heard and MORE!
Jackhammer
6406 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL. 60626
IML, Social Media Team
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Download our mobile app for "International Mr. Leather” created with:
Yapp my.yapp.us/IML2025
#IML #InternationalMrLeather #Community #SocialMediaTransition #WorldLeatherDay
The Top 20 will be announced during the contest tomorrow evening at 6 PM
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Keeping our staff and volunteers fueled and ready to go today, we’d like to thank Big Gay Sal’s Pizza for the food today! We all greatly appreciate your help and generosity.
biggaysalspizza.com
#IML2025 #IML #IML47
For folks attending the contest Sunday and wanting to head up early or stay a little later, the CTA Red Line is only one block west of the Congress Plaza Hotel. Ride north 9 stops to the front door of The Vic theater. CTA accepts Tap-To-Pay for easy access!
#IML2025 #IML #IML47
🚨SUNDAY ONLY TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!🚨
Want to catch the finale of the International Mr. Leather contest? Tickets are now available for Sunday’s portion only! Catch Ralph Bruneau, Girl Complex, and Jack Keegan hosting this amazing experience from your own home!
#IML2025 #IML #IML47
Tonight’s decision-makers. Our IML 2025 judges are taking their seats, ready to evaluate strength, presence, and passion for Physique and Stage.
24.05.2025 01:23 — 👍 52 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0📌Anthony @sabaanthony89
Sash Wife for Ed Alo, Mr. Atlanta Eagle 2024
📌 pup Dante@pupdante_ga
Emotional support puppy for Ed Alo, Mr. Atlanta Eagle 2024
📌 Steve @mrcmenleather2022 sash wife to Adam Hughes, Mr CMEM Leather 2024
📌 Robert Rutley, Mr Providence Eagle Antonio Reisopoulos @mrblack_ri
📌 Paul Chambers @Flyboyynextdoor
Mr Bolt Leather Sacramento 2025
📌 John husler ; @ugghhhpls ; Mr Dallas Eagle
📌 LadyGrey, sash wife of Mr Route 66 Leather
📌 Maxwell, sash-father of Italian Fetishman of the Year 2024 (Rufus)
📌 Nolan @echosofpetrichor sash wife to Zephyr Me Eagle NYC 2025 @anydeviation
📌 Brenden @brendenhowarth sash wife to Bronco Mr New England Leather
Behind every contestant is a circle of love, laughter, and leather. This photo features some the partners, sash wives, and chosen family of the #IML2025 contestants—those whose support makes this stage possible. This one’s for the ones who hold us down and lift us up. #LeatherLove #SashFamily
24.05.2025 00:54 — 👍 19 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0The energy’s building as judges and staff arrive at #IML2025. A legacy of leather, kink, and community is unfolding—let’s make history together!
#IML #IML47
Nibbles, Iowa Pup 2017 says:
“I love coming to Unleashed because I can get into a different headspace and play with other pups! I this is one of my favorite parts of IML!
I wouldn’t miss it!”
Unleashed starts off with a room full of excited pets and critters! Squeaky toys are flying through the air and playful pups are wrestling on the mats!
#IML2025 #IML #IML47 #HumanPets
Folks are waiting anxiously for the start of the Physique and Stage Presence part of IML 2025 at The Vic Theatre! Check out the line!
#IML2025 #IML #IML47
