Fine Shoes, Socks & Leather Goods… Autumn 2024
On the Cover: From Crockett & Jones of England, “The Pembroke” is our full brogue blucher in tan country grain leather. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction, wingtip design, hardy Dainite rubber soles, and storm welt. Built on Last 325. The Pembroke Derby, 8679…$705. Copyright © 2024 The Ben Silver Corporation Classic style in the Finest Leather …from Crockett & Jones of England On the following pages are the finest benchmade shoes from England and Italy, produced exclusively for Ben Silver by makers renowned for quality in both workmanship and materials. Our classically styled footwear is as practical as it is elegant and graceful; dress shoes are cut from the best vegetable tanned calfskin, in Goodyear welted construction. The traditional styling and quality of these shoes meet all the expectations of the well-dressed gentleman. There is also an assortment of fine leather belts in many of the same vegetable tanned hues, and you will find a handsome collection of exotic leathers. We complement our selection of fine shoes with an equally wonderful range of knit socks from Italy. Find us on the web to see our full apparel and accessory collection, as well as our fine shoes. Please visit our world renowned shop on historic King Street in Charleston, South Carolina; until you do, enjoy a walk through our exclusive collection on these pages. Several of our Goodyear welted shoes from Crockett & Jones of England. Shown clockwise from top left: Demi-boot in brown leather (page 36), 9439B…$875. The Chiltern Chukka Boot in tan calf leather (page 34), 8236...$675. The Harvard unlined loafer in dark brown grain leather (page 10), 8366H...$690. Demi-boot in tobacco suede (page 37), 9439S…$875. The Brecon Chukka Boot in dark brown grain leather (page 34), 5180…$685. The Boston Loafer in pebble grain leather (page 10), 8363…$680.
1-800-221-4671 | 5 English Tassel Moccasins …in soft suede, calf, or rare cordovan 9376S: Tobacco Suede 9376: Tan Calfskin 9376C: Burgundy Cordovan Opposite page: Crockett & Jones tobacco suede tassel moccasin. Made from the finest leather and single leather soles. The Cavendish Moccasin in suede, 9376S...$680. Above: From Crockett & Jones, the tassel moccasin with single leather soles. Shown in tan burnished calf (top) and burgundy shell cordovan (bottom). Made from the finest calf leather and single leather soles. The Cavendish Moccasin in burnished tan calfskin, 9376...$690. The Cavendish Moccasin in burgundy cordovan, 9376C...$975. CAVENDISH MOCCASINS Many of the shoes in this catalog are manufactured by England’s premier shoe maker, Crockett & Jones, exclusively for Ben Silver. Founded in 1879, this family owned company has been renowned for over a century for their benchmade shoes. They produce our selection of fine shoes predominantly by hand, from the highest quality materials in order to produce the best possible fitting characteristics. Each pair takes up to eight weeks to manufacture in a painstaking process that involves over 200 highly skilled operations. The finest calfskin and suede uppers are combined with slowly tanned natural bark soles, for superior strength and flexibility as well as glove-like comfort. The shoes are hand polished and waxed for the perfect finish. They have closed channel stitching; pure vegetable tanned outer soles; full sock lining with interior hand markings; and uppers hand sewn to the welts, creating the Goodyear welted construction.
6 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 7 THE UNLINED LOAFER The Harvard unlined loafer in a range of leathers, including our exclusive and rare whiskey cordovan. Above, from left to right: Tan pebble grain, 8365B…$680. Navy pebble grain, 8365F...$680. Chestnut burnished calf, 8365…$690. Burgundy cordovan, 8365A…$975. Whiskey cordovan, 8365C…$975. Black calf, 8365E...$690. The Classic Unlined Loafer …lightweight comfort, in a range of leathers
1-800-221-4671 | 9 8 | www.bensilver.com SUEDE LOAFERS Opposite page: From Crockett & Jones of England, our classic unlined Harvard loafers in two rich shades of suede. Available in 8365D-tobacco; or 8365G-ocean. Featuring Goodyear- welted construction and leather soles. Suede loafers...$595. SUEDE BELTS Top: Elegant suede belt in two shades, either B-tobacco or A-chocolate brown, with a solid brass buckle, hand crafted in Italy. Available in sizes 32–44, 1¼" wide. Each suede belt, 9942S…$175. WOOL BIRDSEYE SOCKS Bottom: Our elegant two-tone pattern birdseye above the calf dress socks, with heel and toe in solid color, in 85% wool and 15% nylon. Available in sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). Shown from left to right: 7-grey, brown; 11-red, blue; 4-charcoal, grey; 2-black, brown; 8-navy, silver. Wool birdseye socks, HBS…$38. Suede Loafer Options …two classic styles 8365D: Tobacco Suede 8365G: Ocean Suede 9942S HBS
THE RUBBER SOLE LOAFERS Opposite page: Our Crockett & Jones loafers, ideal for inclement weather, have rubber soles that lend traction in winter weather conditions, and are available in either an unlined or a lined style. The unlined Harvard loafer in dark brown Scotch country grain leather features the “single city sole”, a Dainite rubber sole with a slimmer profile than the original Dainite sole. The lined Boston loafer in tan Scotch country grain leather has the original Dainite rubber studded sole, which is a bit heartier than the city sole. Shown left to right: The Harvard unlined loafer in dark brown grain leather, 8366H...$690. The Boston lined loafer in tan grain leather, 8363...$680. SCOTCH GRAIN BLUCHER Top: The rugged pebble grain—also known as reverse calf or Scotch grain— lace up blucher with hardy wide rubber soles from Crockett & Jones is perfect for the serious walker. The Ashdown in dark brown, 5134…$665. SCOTCH GRAIN BELTS Bottom: These plump, beautifully tanned 1¼" wide Scotch grain belts are made by Crockett & Jones to match their pebble grain shoes. The dark brown belt has a nickel buckle, and the tan belt has an antique brass buckle. Sizes 32–42. In A-tan or B-dark brown. Each Scotch grain belt, 9943…$225. 5134: Dark Brown 1-800-221-4671 | 11 Rubber Soles & Pebble Grain Leather …perfect for winter weather 8366H: Dark Brown 8363: Tan 9943
SBLS Unique “Kiltie” Penny Loafer …in fine calfskin 12 | www.bensilver.com THE KILTIE LOAFER Opposite page and top: Our unique and handsome “kiltie” or “shawl” penny loafer, with split toe, penny slot, single leather soles, made exclusively for us by Crockett & Jones of England. Shown at left in burnished tan and at right in burgundy. Tan Kiltie Loafer, 6340T...$725. Burgundy Kiltie Loafer, 6340B…$725. BIO LUXURY SOCKS Bottom: We are excited to introduce our “Bio Luxury” socks. These wonderful socks are part of our Italian sock maker’s new Gold collection, made from the perfect blend of 50% organic cotton, 20% silk, and 30% cashmere, which gives these socks the finest hand of any that we have ever discovered. Available in sock sizes 11-13 (sock size chart on page 28). Shown from top to bottom: 3-light grey; 13-navy; 11-dusty blue; 10-light brown; 7-wine; 6-chocolate; 5-black; 4-dark grey. One pair Bio Luxury socks, SBLS…$46. 6340T: Tan 6340B: Burgundy 1-800-221-4671 | 13
S011: Strap 790A: Sterling buckle 790B: Etched sterling buckle 790D: Vermeil buckle 790C: Etched vermeil buckle 1-800-221-4671 | 15 Opposite page: This elongated handgrade oxford with a ram’s horn medallion in antique tan is one of our most elegant shoes. Made exclusively for us in a tanned leather which will enhance with age if regularly polished and cared for. The Weymouth Oxford, 9411…$895. Above: A choice of 1¼" wide calfskin straps to fit our removable and engravable belt buckles in Sterling silver, either plain or etched. Each buckle is also available in vermeil, 18kt gold plate over Sterling silver. Straps from left to right: D-tan; A-chestnut; C-burgundy; E-dark brown; B-black. In sizes 32–44. Strap, S011…$145. Sterling buckle, 790A…$275. Etched Sterling buckle, 790B…$275. Vermeil buckle, 790D…$345. Etched vermeil buckle, 790C…$345. The Handcrafted Oxford …in antique tan calfskin The style of shoe known as the oxford may have indeed first been popularized by Oxford undergrads in the last quarter of the 19th century. It marked a more elegant approach to the look of the shoe; because of its “closed” lacing construction, only the top edge of the tongue is visible. Today most laced shoes are either oxfords or derbies. With the derby, also called Bluchers, the front of the shoe (the vamp) and the tongue are cut from a single piece of leather, while the tongue and vamp of the oxford are stitched together. The single-piece construction produces a more uniform-looking front. The plain cap toe oxford has always been the first choice for elegant dress. Its simplicity and ability to make the foot appear slightly narrower, the subtle detailing of a close-set row of double-stitches at the back end of the cap, and its perfect adaptability to a variety of fine leathers make it the ideal town shoe. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor The Oxford THE WEYMOUTH OXFORD CALFSKIN STRAPS WITH REMOVABLE & ENGRAVABLE BELT BUCKLES 14 | www.bensilver.com 9411: Weymouth
Semi-Brogue Cap Toe Oxfords …in calf or rare cordovan 16 | www.bensilver.com 9427: Antique Chestnut 9427C: Whiskey Cordovan 99–navy 119–wine 20–black 231–blue 41–dark tan 4–charcoal 113–tartan green 88–brown 236–red 709–royal blue 001–dark charcoal 110–burgundy 005–grey 051–rust 343–green heather WSX Opposite page: Our semi-brogue cap toe oxfords are elegant additions to a year round wardrobe. Shown front to back in either an antique chestnut or a rare pale whiskey cordovan. The Belgrave in antique chestnut, 9427…$840. The Belgrave in whiskey cordovan, 9427C…$995. Above: Our over the calf wool solid color ribbed dress socks are available in a very wide range of colors, as noted in the photo. Navy, black, charcoal and brown are also available in a mid-calf length. Sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). One pair over the calf wool socks,WSX…$38. One pair mid-calf wool socks,WSXS…$38. THE BELGRAVE OXFORDS WOOL SOLID COLOR RIBBED SOCKS Genuine shell cordovan is rare… Most leathers come from cows, but cordovan comes from horses (which are not raised for this purpose). The shell, and let me put this as delicately as possible, is the subcutaneous layer that covers the equine posterior. Each horse provides two shells, which is just enough for a pair of shoes. A single shell never is long enough to form a seamless belt, so genuine shell cordovan belts are always pieced. The most non-porous leather known, shell cordovan is distinguished by its lustrous waxy finish, superior durability, and suppleness that readily conforms to the shape of the wearer’s foot. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor 358–gold
9503: Clifford Classic Oxford Wingtips …benchmade in England It’s thought that Irish farmers in the 19th century, working in the bogs, first came up with the idea of punching holes in their shoes so they wouldn’t become waterlogged and would dry better. This tradition eventually led to decoration, the ornamented shoe was born, and the original purpose for the punched holes is now forgotten. The classic lace-up wingtip is known by shoemakers as full-brogued (brogue is the Gaelic word for shoe), as opposed to a plain shoe or a semibrogue in which only the toe is decorated. The full-brogue is called a wingtip because the additional leather toe cap is designed like the shape of a winged bird. The perforations are done in a variety of fanciful patterns called medallions, and each maker has his own designs. In the 20th century, brogues began to be worn in England in country house settings with tweed suits. In the 1920s and 1930s the then popular Prince of Wales set a fashion for wearing full-brogued golf shoes in a variety of leathers. Today the smooth calf version is considered a slightly more individualistic alternative to the plain oxford for business dress. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor Brogues TCBF Opposite page: The benchmade brogue oxford or “wingtip” from England’s Crockett & Jones is available in a classic antique tan calf with an oak bark sole. Like all Crockett & Jones shoes in our catalog, it is made with the finest tanned hides in an authentic Goodyear last. The Clifford Wingtip, 9503…$875. Above: Our unique dark tan leather belt, with traditional brogue pattern, is an excellent complement to all brogued shoes! Nickel buckle. 1¼" wide. Sizes 32–44. Dark tan brogued leather belt, TCBF…$185. Below: Crockett & Jones of England shoe trees are available in whole sizes only, 7–13. Shoe trees, CJST…$120. THE CLIFFORD WINGTIP DARK TAN BROGUED LEATHER BELT 18 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 19 SHOE TREES
HGS THE CANTERBURY OXFORD Opposite page: Our tasteful oxford features an imitation u-throat and wing cap and is cut from the finest antique chestnut calfskin. This style is part of Crockett & Jones top-of-the-line Handgrade Collection, which represents the art of shoe making at its highest level. Each pair is burnished by skilled craftsmen and features hand-stained, bark tanned single leather soles with channelled stitching. The Canterbury Oxford, 6319…$895. CALFSKIN BELTS Top: Our Italian crafted calfskin belts are the perfect complement to your shoes: you will find nearly a perfect match for every shade we offer. The buckle is brass on the chestnut and tan belts; nickel on the dark brown and black belts. Sizes 32–44, 1¼" wide. Shown from top to bottom: E-dark brown; D-tan; A-chestnut; B-black. Each calfskin belt, 9942…$175. WOOL & COTTON GRID SOCKS Bottom: Our sophisticated two-tone pattern grid above the calf dress socks, with heel and toe in solid color, in 50% wool and 50% cotton. Available in sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). Shown from left to right: 9-navy, blue; 6-grey, light grey; 1-black, black; 12-blue, light blue; 21-brown, light brown. One pair wool and cotton grid socks, HGS…$40. 20 | www.bensilver.com 6319: Canterbury The Handcrafted Oxford …in antique chestnut calfskin 9942
Wing-tip Brogue Tassel Loafer …in chestnut calfskin THE LICHFIELD TASSEL LOAFERS Opposite page: Our wing-tip brogue tassel loafers from Crockett & Jones are a unique addition to our collection. Cut from the finest burnished chestnut calfskin and finished with leather soles. The Lichfield Tassel Loafer, 6240…$710. BURNISHED CALF BELTS Top: Plump, burnished calf belts, 13⁄ 8" wide with brass buckles. In A-black or B-chili, sizes 32–46. Each burnished calf belt, S550...$155. COTTON NEAT DRESS SOCKS Bottom: Over the calf, 100% cotton dress socks in a neat pattern. In sizes 11–13. Shown from left to right: 15-brown, pink; 3-navy, blue; 12-burgundy, blue; 4-charcoal, grey; 11-navy, red; 1-black, grey. For the sock sizing chart see page 28. One pair cotton “neat” dress socks, NSX…$38. 1-800-221-4671 | 23 22 | www.bensilver.com 6240: Lichfield S550 NSX
S8011 The classic monk strap shoe has something of the Art Deco style of the 1930s about it (although its traditions go into the much older Scottish folk dress worn with a kilt), in its pared down purity of line, cleanness of design, and its restraint accented by an unadorned side buckle. This is of course all in keeping with the spareness of the sandals worn by monks on which this shoe was modeled. Today, aficionados aren’t limited to the plain model; split-toed and brogued models are available for a more broth-of-the-heather approach found in the original Scottish versions. Interestingly and inexplicably, the monk strap is perhaps the most versatile of shoes. Its complete unfussiness makes it completely adaptable for dress or casual wear, done in classic black box calf, shell cordovan, pebble grained leather, or suede. And, oddly enough, the monk strap was the most sought after shoe with World War II American airmen in their off-duty dress. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor The Monk Strap 1-800-221-4671 | 25 9290: Lawrence Opposite page: The monk strap shoe, with its buckle, earns its sobriquet from the buckle on a monk's sandals. Extraordinary monk shoe with split toe seams and aprons stitched entirely by hand! The Lawrence Monk, 9290…$995. Above: Handsome edge stitched English bridle leather belts in A-black, B-Havana tan with solid nickel buckles. Available in even sizes 32–44, and odd sizes 33–39. Each edge stitched bridle leather belt, S8011…$155. THE LAWRENCE MONK BRIDLE LEATHER BELTS 24 | www.bensilver.com Extraordinary Monk Shoe …with handsewn split seams & aprons
26 | www.bensilver.com Versatile Monk Straps …make a statement of refinement 1-800-221-4671 | 27 Above, from left to right: Cap toe double monk in antique chestnut. The Repton Double Monk, 9599...$895. Brogue front wingtip monk in burnished tan. The Chalfont Monk, 8622…$710. Handgrade monk in antique dark brown. The Savile Monk, 9472…$895. Handgrade wingtip monk in antique chestnut. The Chadwick Monk, 5101…$910. Split toe double monk in antique chestnut. The Arlington Double Monk, 8670…$710. THE VERSATILE MONK STRAP
28 | www.bensilver.com Shoe Size Sock Size 7–8 11 or M 9 111⁄ 2 or M 10 12 or M 11 121⁄ 2 or L 12 13 or L Above: Our best 100% cotton ribbed above the calf dress socks from Italy, sock sizes 11–13. Also available in mid-calf length in four practical colors: black, navy, charcoal grey, or brown. One pair cotton socks, CSX…$38. One pair mid-calf length cotton socks, CSXS…$38 each. PURE COTTON RIBBED SOCKS 1-800-221-4671 | 29 119–red 048–peach 14–dusty blue 10–burgundy 601– dark orange 112–leaf green 20–black 122–olive 26–yellow 841– brown 606–bright blue 484–mint 817–lavender 4–charcoal grey 482– grass 214–tan 008–chocolate 047–orange 025–wine 602– aqua 5–light grey 113–tartan green 602–aqua 24–light blue 007–khaki 126–bright yellow 372–sage 709–royal blue 028–dark blue 710–seagreen 99–navy 481–pink 590–purple 491–sand 603–turquoise mid-calf colors: 20–black 99–navy 841–brown 4–charcoal grey Pure Cotton Ribbed Socks …above the calf length
The blucher is actually an older style of shoe than the oxford. And, like many an item in the gentleman’s wardrobe, it comes from warfare. Field Marshall Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher, to give him his full name and title, was the Prussian general who came to the aid of Wellington at Waterloo and greatly helped in the defeat of Napoleon there in 1815. How big a part the shoes he designed for his troops played in the victory isn’t under- stood, but they certainly didn’t hinder his progress. Soldiers were wearing a rather cumbersome gaiters-styled affair before Blucher came along. Battles occasionally turn on such things. The real difference between a blucher (also called a derby) and an oxford is that the blucher’s vamp and tongue are a single piece of leather, which makes for a very comfortable shoe. For this reason it’s the favored model for more active country-styled shoes and town shoes where comfort is clearly wedded to style. The number of lace eyelets can vary, but town shoes more usually take fewer than their country cousins, which makes for trimmer, neater styling. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor The Blucher Opposite page: Our lace-up split toe blucher from Crockett & Jones of England has a raised apron and split toe seam detail. Made from brown calf leather and sturdy Ridgeway rubber soles with a natural welt. The Wexford Blucher, 5959…$695. Above: Authentic argyle pattern wool socks are available in two lengths—above the calf, and regular. Socks are 85% wool and 15% nylon. Available in seven colorful combinations, with heel, toe and trim in solid colors. Top row, from left to right: 14-black, grey, blue; 24-grey, black, yellow; 26-navy, red, green. Bottom row: 33-green, navy, yellow; 34-burgundy, brown, green; 45-yellow, blue, grey. Front: 46-blue, yellow, green. Sized M (8-10) or L (11+). One pair above the calf wool argyle socks, WAL...$40. One pair below the calf wool argyle socks, WALS...$40. THE WEXFORD BLUCHER WOOL ARGYLE SOCKS 1-800-221-4671 | 31 30 | www.bensilver.com WAL WALS 5959: Wexford Hardy & Elegant …regardless of weather
32 | www.bensilver.com THE BERMUDA BUCKS Opposite page: These blucher style bucks are made exclusively for us by Crockett & Jones. Quality English craftsmanship is met with the styling and comfort of an American classic. The handsome red rubber soles are Goodyear welted. Shown top to bottom in tan nubuck and navy suede. The Bermuda Buck in tan, 8606T…$650. The Bermuda Buck in navy, 8606N…$650. FOLDOVER HAVANA BELT Top: Our soft and extremely pliable 13⁄ 8" wide belt, in a mottled Havana cigar color leather and edge stitched for casual wear. Available in sizes 32–44. Foldover Havana belt, S1144…$145. CASHMERE BLEND PLAID SOCKS Bottom: Our cashmere blend socks are mid-calf length. One size fits most. Available in three plaid colors: A-tartan green with red and yellow; B-charcoal grey with light grey and red; C-navy with red and yellow. Each pair, CBPS…$45. 8606T: Tan 8606N: Navy 1-800-221-4671 | 33 Nubuck & Suede Bluchers …in your choice of color CBPS S1144
5180: Dark Brown 8236: Tan Classic Chukka Boots …either with rugged rubber soles or with refined leather soles CHUKKA BOOTS Opposite page: Our Crockett & Jones chukka boots, a classic shoe for the weekends, are made of high grade reverse country calf leather with a rubber sole, and are available in either an unlined or a lined style. Shown left to right: The Brecon chukka boot in dark brown calf leather, 5180...$685. The Chiltern chukka boot in tan calf leather, 8236...$675. UNLINED CHUKKA BOOT Top: Crockett & Jones unlined suede chukka boots, in tobacco suede, have refined leather soles which distinguish them from our lined winter chukka boots. These lighter weight shoes can be worn comfortably all year. They are extremely elegant, and therefore are a handsome choice with blazers, sport jackets and tweed suits throughout the year. Unlined Chukka Boot, 8489B…$545. WOOL HERRINGBONE DRESS SOCKS Bottom: Our two-tone pattern herringbone above the calf dress socks, with solid color heel and toe, in 85% wool and 15% nylon. Available in sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). From left to right: 4-grey, light grey; 8-red, blue; 1-black, grey; 18-brown, tan; 15-brown, navy; 5-blue, grey. One pair herringbone dress socks, SHE…$38. SHE 8489B 34 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 35
9439B: Brown THE DEMI-BOOTS Opposite page and top: Our newest style from Crockett & Jones, part of their handgrade collection, is a plain fronted demi-boot, an updated version of a traditional shoe, with single leather soles. Available in either dark brown antique calfskin or tobacco suede. Demi-boot in tobacco suede, 9439S…$875. Demi-boot in brown leather, 9439B…$875. WOOL SOLID COLOR RIBBED SOCKS Bottom: Our over the calf wool solid color ribbed dress socks. Sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). One pair over the calf wool socks, WSX…$38. 9439S:Tobacco Suede Elegant Demi-boots …in either suede or calfskin 36 | www.bensilver.com 839: Dark Brown 030: Cream 208: Purple 015: Dusty Blue
CRX THE NORTHCOTE BOOT Opposite page: From Crockett & Jones of England, this elegant dark brown calf boot, in a classic cap toe with leather soles, offers the practicality of a boot with the appearance of a dress shoe. The Northcote Boot, 5648…$745. FEATHERED EDGE BELTS Top: Our feathered edge leather belts are made in Italy from the finest vegetable tanned leathers. Each belt features a plump glove leather lining and solid brass buckle. Width is 1¼". Shown from top to bottom: A-black; B-brown; C-tan. Available in even sizes 32–44, and odd sizes 33–39. Each feathered edge belt, S9057…$145. RIBBED CASHMERE BLEND SOCKS Bottom: Cashmere blend ribbed socks, 40% cashmere, 57% rayon, and 3% spandex. Shown from left to right in: 37-brown; 115-dark grey; 583-yellow; 401-pink; 935-purple; 746-dusty blue; 435-olive; 113-tartan green; 119-red; 977-bright coral; 400-blue; 240-royal blue. One size fits all. Ribbed dress socks, CRX…$45. S9057 1-800-221-4671 | 39 5648: Northcote Handsome boots …in elegant dark brown calf
40 | www.bensilver.com 8637: Coniston Handsome & Practical Favorites …timeless boots from our collection THE CONISTON BOOT Opposite page: Pebble grain leather high lace boots from the bespoke range with hardy Dainite rubber soles and heels, and a pull at the heel. The Coniston Boot, 8637…$745. ENGLISH BRIDLE LEATHER BELTS Top: Genuine English bridle leather belt, 13⁄ 8" wide, detailed with a double fine shoe stitched billet. Lined with natural glove leather and fitted with a hand polished, sand cast, natural brass buckle. Sizes 32–44, in A-black or C-tan. Each bridle leather belt, S9678…$155. ARGYLE CASHMERE BLEND SOCKS Bottom: Cashmere blend argyles, in midcalf length, in five colorful variations, perfect for the season: A-tartan, yellow, navy; B-charcoal grey, light grey, slate; C-blue, cobalt, sky; D-red, navy, tartan; E-navy, red, cream. One size fits most. Each pair, CBAS…$45. CBAS 1-800-221-4671 | 41 S9678
SDX2: Navy SDX1: Red SDX: Black ATSB THE BLACK PATENT PUMP Opposite page: This black patent pump is from Crockett & Jones of England. The Pump in black patent, 9217…$545. SOLID COLOR MOIRÉ BRACES Top left: Solid color moiré braces, with leather tabs, are available in five colors: A-black; B-red; C-white; D-navy; F-forest. Each pair of solid braces, ATSB…$125. SILK DRESS SOCKS Bottom left: Our silk dress socks, made in Italy, are available in navy, red, and black. Available in sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). Shown from left to right: SDX2-navy; SDX1-red; SDX-black. Each pair silk socks…$42. DRESS SOCKS WITH ARROW MOTIF Below: The slim arrow on these fil d’écosse pure cotton formal socks is a classic gentleman’s dress motif, as elegant with a suit as with a tuxedo. Available in three colors, shown from top to bottom: 12-navy with red arrow; 11-red with light grey; 1-black with charcoal. Fil d’écosse socks with arrow motif, CDX...$42. CDX-12: Navy CDX-11: Red CDX-1: Black 1-800-221-4671 | 43 42 | www.bensilver.com 9217: Patent Pump Elegant Evening Shoes …in patent leather
44 | www.bensilver.com CROCODILE LOAFERS Opposite page: These crocodile penny loafers are handcrafted in Tuscany. Refined, yet sporting, with a comfortable short vamp and a superflex sole, in three exotics, shown front to back: A-cognac; B-dark brown; and C-black. Crocodile penny loafers, CZS…$1,195. LIZARD PENNY LOAFERS Top: Our genuine Teju lizard full strap penny loafers from Tuscany. Comfortable and durable supple lizard in A-cognac or B-black. Lizard penny loafers, LZS…$795. JAVA LIZARD BELTS Below: Java lizard belts with interchangeable buckles, one brass and one nickel plated brass, in a dressy 11⁄ 8" width. Top to bottom: B-brown; C-cognac; A-black. Sizes 32–44. Each Java lizard belt, S401…$315. RIBBED DRESS SOCKS Below: Navy or black? Our ribbed over the calf socks, with contrasting toe and top, take the guesswork out of deciphering between the two colors. Available in sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). In two colors: black with burgundy toe (HTS-1) and navy with blue toe (HTS-9). One pair navy or black wool dress socks, HTS…$38. S401 Exotic Leather Loafers …in Caiman crocodile CZS-A: Cognac CZS-C: Black CZS-B: Dark Brown HTS LZS-A: Cognac LZS-B: Black
BASKETWEAVE LOAFERS Opposite page: Our classic slip-on penny loafers are made from handwoven Italian calfskins in a woven basketweave leather, with full cushion Poron insoles and twotone leather outsoles. Handmade in Italy by Zelli. Shown from left to right: A-cognac; C-black; B-brown. Woven loafers, ZWL…$545. HOUNDSTOOTH WOOL SOCKS Top: Wool two-tone houndstooth above the calf dress socks, with heel and toe in solid color, in 85% wool and 15% nylon, sized 11–13. From left to right: 11-maroon, brown; 6-grey, tan; 9-navy, red; 17-brown, tan; 14-green, tan; 5-dark grey, grey; 8-navy, blue. Houndstooth wool socks, HLS…$38. BASKETWEAVE LEATHER BELTS Bottom: A traditional basketweave leather belt, 13⁄ 8" wide. Available in A-brown with brass buckle or B-black with nickel buckle. Sizes 32–44. Each basketweave leather belt, 9944…$225. 9944 HLS 46 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 47 Woven Leather Loafers …made in Italy ZWL-A: Cognac ZWL-C: Black ZWL-B: Brown
48 | www.bensilver.com Slip into Classic Style …comfort for home or travel DSLP: Charles DSED: Edward DSOH: Henry in black DSOI: Henry in wine DTST:Travel Slipper STS:Travel Socks 1-800-221-4671 | 49 THE CHARLES CALFSKIN SLIPPER Opposite page, bottom left: Classic calfskin slippers with suede lining and soles, in A-black or B-wine. The Charles calfskin slippers, DSLP…$160. THE EDWARD NON-SLIP SLIPPER Opposite page, top: Our backless non-slip slipper is available in A-wine, and B-black. The Edward non-slip slippers, DSED…$165. THE HENRY SLIPPER Opposite page, middle right: This slipper can withstand the outdoors. When you let the dog out or pick up the paper, its non-slip bottom will hold up against inclement weather. In black, DSOH, or wine, DSOI. The Henry slippers…$170. THE TROY TRAVEL SLIPPER Top: Enjoy these black suede bottom leather travel slippers wherever you go; each pair is zipped within its own leather case. The Troy travel slippers, DTST…$165. TRAVEL SOCKS Bottom: These above the calf compression socks cut the risk of deep vein thrombosis, and significantly reduce ankle and leg swelling in air travel. The cotton socks are comfortable and cozy, and as easily worn by women as men. Sold as two pairs— one for going and one for the return flight! Shown in 99-navy blue; also available in 20-black and 001-grey. Sizes S, M, L. Travel socks set of two pairs, in one color, STS…$65.
50 | www.bensilver.com Shearling Slippers …for comfort at home DSHP: Anton THE ANTON Opposite: From Draper of Glastonbury, our shearling lined suede slippers with suede soles in a variety of rich colors. Shown clockwise from bottom left: K-black; J-wine; L-purple; H-loden; I-nut; D-brown; M-red; G-tobacco; B-navy. The Anton, DSHP...$165. THE TREVOR Above: This suede slipper has a non-slip rubber sole to allow you to walk out for the paper on a cold day! Suede uppers and sheepskin lined. Available in C-brown or A-wine. The Trevor, DSTR…$170. DSTR: Trevor 1-800-221-4671 | 51
Scan to Shop our full collection The Ben Silver Corporation 149 King Street Charleston, SC 29401 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEN SILVER CORPORATION STAY CONNECTED WITH US @BENSILVERCOLLECTION CALL: 1-800-221-4671 CLICK: WWW.BENSILVER.COM Graceful Slip-on Loafer …our exclusive from England Crockett & Jones of England has made these elegant and handcrafted slip-on loafers exclusively for us. While the craftsmanship is at the highest level, the uniquely elegant and slender vamp make these shoes suitable for dress as well as weekend wear. Offered in both tobacco suede, 8773; and antique tan leather, 8773B. The Rosebery loafer…$850.
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