Advent Calendar

GIFT MEMBERSHIP for RECON

It’s Christmas Eve, and you are nearly out of time. Ordering on-line? Forget it. It wo';t arrive on time. Click and collect? Slim chance. So, what to do? How about the last minute membership gift for Recon? Well, what greater gift could there be for any fetish guy than a Recon Gift Membership!

All you need to do is log in to the website, go to your friend’s profile and select the Send Gift option under their profile pic. You can then choose between 30, 90, 180 and 365 days membership to give to that member. They’ll receive a message telling them that you’ve gifted them, then it’s up to them how they show you their gratitude at this Christmas time. And here’s the best bit: the gift runs on day-after-day, not just for #LeatherXmas!

GIFT CARD from REGULATION

Your’re running out of time! So, what to do? How about this? A gift card from Regulation London? Redeemable in their London store or on-line upon checkout. Cards can be charged with any amount from £5 to £500. They’ll dispatch a physical card shortly after ordering. If you require the voucher code sooner (and let’s face it you do today!) then let the guys know in the comments box during checkout.

TIME TO GO LOCAL

Time is running out, so time to shop local. My Only Vice in Filton, Bristol stocks a range of leather gear. We’re particulary impressed with their leather shirts. Great quality. Plain back short sleeve, or a choice of red, yellow or blue piping. We think it’s worth popping along and taking a look yourself!

MORE SPICE FOR CHRISTMAS

Naughty ‘n’ Nice, at Colston Street, Bristol, have a range of gifts ‘for him’ that is sure to put added spice into your Christmas pudding ;-).

The Leatherman’s Protocol Handbook: A Handbook on “Old Guard” Rituals, Traditions and Protocols

“The Leatherman’s Protocol Handbook is not only about some of my personal journey since 1968, when I was collared to Master in “Old Guard” days, but also the changes that have occurred through the decades since then. A lot of our “Old Guard” leather history is documented in this book. It contains the protocols, positions, hand signals, and defines the differences between rituals, etiquette, and protocols.”

Order today from Amazon, with delivery before Christmas.

THE Mr B T-SHIRT

A firm favourite with leathermen the world over. The classic Mr B t-shirt is worn by leathermen everywhere at every event. Available in the UK from Expectations London. In choice of black or white and a range of sizes. Goes great with jeans and waistcoat for the more casual ‘leather lite’ look.

LEATHER GAUNTLETS from THE DOGS BOLLOXX

Whether it’s just that you know they look awesome, or maybe because you don’t like ” all that spit while your pet chews on your wrist” says The Dogs Bollox, either way you’re sure to look the Boss in these gauntlets, beautifully handcrafted from the finest leather! Sold as a pair. Choice of eyelets in black, silver or bronze. Laces included. Grab a good deal as reduced in price from £70.00 to £59.00.

TOM oF FINLAND BY Finlayson

A new retail outlet in Finland has teamed up with the Tom of Finland Foundation to bring you an exclusive and unprecedented collection of home textiles featuring artwork by Tom of Finland, a hero, an icon and the most well-known Finnish artist of all time. Take a look here.

Now for something special.
How about a photo shoot session with Neil Page Creative?
One hour session with all images provided on DVD - a snip at £50.

You got your gear, you need to show it off to its best!

Neil Z Page is well known to many a leathermen in the West: covering events such as Pride Cymru in Cardiff, BLUF Bristol events and the recent ‎BristolLeatherWeekend‬. He’s in the area from time-to-time, so the opportunity exists for a local photo session locally.

We’ve always liked our art here at LeatherWest and one particular artist has been a firm fav. Mike Bliss, based in London, produces leather and BDSM inspired artwork that has graced the walls of bars and exhibitions. So, why not get your own “moment of bliss”? Tee-shirts available too. In fact, why not check out Godmaker: Vampires of London - a book full of his illustrations? Find out more about Mike Bliss in this interview on YouTube.

Today, LeatherWest is supporting the day with a pitch at Southern HiBEARnation’s Indoor Christmas Market (venues below). Come along and see us. We’ve got some great goodies for you, including a range of Tom of Finland goodies you won’t find anywhere else!

Meanwhile, on line, take a look at the following independent traders and small business in the leather world, and where you can, support them today: Mike Bliss (Homoerotic Artist), Regulation London, Fetish Freak, Neil Page Photography -Bristol Leather Weekend’s official photographer (gift vouchers available), My Only Vice in Filton, Bristol (sells a range of leather gear and accessories), Leatherism and JDL for Leather.