Fall Preview 2023 ready for Fall! …sport coats to embrace the season
We ship by FedEx, so that in-stock orders should arrive within 2-3 business days of shipment. However, currently all carriers are experiencing delays, which we cannot control at our end.Thank you for your patience. Order Total Shipping Charge $0-$25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.95 $26-$99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9.95 $100-$250. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$16.50 $251+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19.50 On the cover: Several of the handsome sport coats we offer this season, featuring at front an authentic Harris Tweed in a brown herringbone ground weave, with a multi-colored windowpane. See page 27 for details. Above: Our exclusive Scottish knit half-zip cable and stitch sweater pairs handsomely with an Italian woven 2-ply cotton tattersall button down collar shirt, Donegal woven wool trousers, our English made Crockett & Jones unlined Harvard loafers, a brown burnished leather calf belt and our original Pantheon shape amber eyeglasses from our classic eyewear collection. Cashmere sweater, HW112-B…$595. Button down shirt, 2316…$215. Trousers, HDTP-C…$365. Shoes, 8365…$690. Belt, S550-B…$135. Eyeglass frames, LFP-D…$355. NOTE: All of our handsome sport coats are available in even sizes 40–48 Regular, and 42–48 Long, with additional sizes available upon request with a 10% surcharge. We are happy to begin a fall season chock full of fabrics of inviting color and texture. We think the selection of clothing this season is appropriate for this moment in time. There are weekend clothes that can be enjoyed every day. We offer handsome sport coats that can be enjoyed with a tailored shirt and fine necktie; or paired more casually with a sweater and an open collared shirt. As usual, wonderful, yet subtle, color, as well as uncompromising quality, timeless style and exceptional value, is the mark of our collection of balanced, proportioned and comfortable clothing; all brought to you by our experienced, knowledgeable and caring staff. We send you this preview catalog to give you an early taste of the fall, enabling you to enjoy planning ahead. Early orders will be the first to be produced in order to accommodate our valued patrons. Please keep in mind that our European mills and cutting rooms are still feeling the impact of the past three years, so we urge you to order as early as you can, and to be as patient as possible. Many of the finest mills continue to have reduced working staff and hours, and are late in production, so that it is still not unusual for delays in receiving fabric for cutting. We also look forward to your visit to Charleston (ranked #1 city to visit by Travel & Leisure magazine) and your visit to our handsome shop, which remains a mecca of tasteful and timeless apparel and accessories. Until then, turn the page to discover the best of sophisticated and classic style, and visit us online for our full collection, including formal attire, regimental neckwear, and toiletries. Welcome to Ben Silver, where classic style continues to be, our business. –Sue and Bob Prenner Copyright © 2023 The Ben Silver Corporation ...classic style has always been our business Welcome to Ben Silver! …classic style has always been our business!
a. We have designed the classic tennis sweater in an exquisite and luxurious 4-ply cashmere, knitted exclusively for us in Scotland. The handsome cable and rib stitch has a perfect tri-color V-neck, and the same colors appears on the ribbed sleeve and bottom. The principal color of the body of the sweater is an understated soft green, assuring a timeless place in your weekend wardrobe. Sizes M–XXL. We pair the sweater with one of our soft cotton tattersall check button down shirts, with a green and blue grid. Sweater, HW109...$695. Tattersall check twill shirt, 2317...$215. b. Five wonderful button down shirts, each with blue as one of the colors in the check, but each with a distinct second color. As with all our button down shirts, with a perfect collar roll, gentleman’s cut, and all the trimmings of the finest shirtmaking, including single needle stitching, 2-ply high thread count cotton, and mother-of-pearl buttons, as well as two sleeve buttons at the gauntlet to adjust the size of the opening for a watch. In a full range of neck and sleeve sizes. Shown from top to bottom: 2317-green, blue; 2316-magenta, blue; 2315-brown, blue; 2314-red, blue; 2313-navy, blue. Each shirt…$215. b c d 1-800-221-4671 | 5 a c. Our soft and pliable 1³⁄8" wide belt, in a mottled “Havana cigar” color leather and edge stitched for casual wear. Available in sizes 32–44. Havana cigar leather belt, S1144-E…$145. d. What better accompaniment to our luxurious cashmere sweater than our traditional white flannel trousers, meticulously cut in our Italian workroom from the finest Italian flannel, and available in either forward pleat, HFL-E, or plain front HFLP-E…$395. Shown with our genuine English bridle leather belt, S9678-C…$155. Our navy buck, with its handsome rubber sole, is a stylish and practical shoe to complete this classic look. From Crockett & Jones of England, the Bermuda, 8606N…$650. Shown with our wool argyle socks, in red and navy, WAL-26…$40. 4 | www.bensilver.com the tennis sweater …classic style personif ied
b. These classic striped English silk ties will handsomely accessorize nearly every jacket, shown, A-gold; B-wine; C-navy. Also available as to-be-tied bows. Each tie, W396…$165. Each bow tie, BW396…$98. c. Solid color elegant flannel trousers in Super Merino 120s wool woven by E. Thomas of Italy. Enjoy wearing these handsomely draping trousers in either HFL-forward pleat or HFLP-plain front. Sizes 32–44 even, and 33–39 odd. Shown from top to bottom: A-charcoal brown; B-medium grey; C-charcoal blue; D-charcoal grey; E-white doe. Complemented by our 11⁄ 8" shiny finish crocodile belt in brown. Each pair of trousers…$395. Belt, TCBB-B…$345. a. Here is a timeless glen plaid sport coat, woven by the historic, renowned Fox Brothers Fine Fabrics mill, in open and bright hues of blue, on a cream ground. As with all of our sport coats, tailored in our workroom as a two button jacket with a canvassed front and hand felled natural shoulder, classic point to point at the shoulders, with side vents, double pipe and flap lower pockets and a welted upper pocket, with slim bluff edge lapels and a comfortable silhouette, in a full range of sizes. Shown with our Swiss woven white and blue stripe cotton cutaway collar shirt, and a classic English silk striped necktie, entirely hand sewn, in wine, navy and gold. In the pocket, our French woven white cotton and linen pocket square with an elegant corner check in blue and grey. We propose our charcoal blue flannel trousers, cut from fine Super 120's wool in our Italian workroom, with our Havana color English bridle belt, and our English made navy suede loafers, to complete the ensemble. Crystal Pantheon shape frames are the finishing touch. Jacket, 272J…$1,245. (Note: Pricing for jackets throughout is 10% higher for particular sizes.) Shirt, 4256…$225. Tie, W396-B…$165. Trouser, HFLP-C, plain front or HFL-C, forward pleat…$395. Pocket square, SGP1…$75. Belt, S8011-B…$155. Shoes, 8365G…$595. Eyeglass frame, LFP-B…$355. 6 | www.bensilver.com a c b b 1-800-221-4671 | 7 classic Prince of Wales plaid …in merino wool & cashmere
a. Our blue and white small check shirts are cut from the finest 200s thread count 2-ply Italian cotton. Over the years, we have made this shirting available in three different collar options: 603-button down; 603S-spread; 603K-Kelly or modified spread. Each shirt…$245. b. Our cotton over-the-calf ribbed socks have a touch of lycra for easy fit and added resilience, and come in a convenient one-size-fits-most; the perfect sock with jeans and under boots. From top to bottom: 847-grey; 832-denim; 811-sky; 717-khaki; 480-yellow. One pair ribbed socks, CJS…$38. a c. 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. d. From Crockett & Jones of England, country grain leather chukka boots in both dark brown and tan. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction, hardy Dainite rubber soles, and storm welts. Available in US sizes 8.5–12 D width. The Brecon in dark brown, 5180…$685. The Chiltern in tan, 8236…$675. Above: Johnston’s of Elgin has produced this wonderful cashmere V-neck sweater for us in three handsome and versatile colors: A-orchid; B-bluebell; C-oatmeal. Johnston’s is the longest existing knitting and woven company in Great Britain, and heritage shows in the fine detailing of the neckline and ribbed sleeve and bottom. Sizes M–XXL. We feature this sweater with one of our favorite shirts, our superior 200’s thread count Italian woven blue and white small check button down. Each sweater, JS08...$575. Shirt, 603…$245. b c d 1-800-221-4671 | 9 8 | 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 comfort & timeless style …Scottish cashmere V-neck sweaters
a. The Fox Brothers mill has woven this classic merino wool and cashmere brown, blue and cream glen plaid sport coat fabric for us exclusively and we have tailored it into our authentic American style in a full size range. As with all our two-button jackets, it has side vents, unless otherwise requested. We propose our 170s thread count Swiss woven cotton Panama weave Bengal stripe shirt, one of our striped English silk neckties, a blue and white French woven cotton pocket square, and our charcoal brown forward pleat Italian woven flannel trousers. We suggest our antique brown monk shoe to complete the look, and pair it with a complementary English bridle leather belt. Ben Silver classic eyewear in an amber Pantheon shape accessorizes handsomely. Jacket, 5051J…$1,245. Shirt, 654S…$295. Tie, W392-B…$165. Pocket square, SGP6…$65. Trousers, HFL-A, forward pleat, or HFLP-A, plain front…$395. Shoe, 9472…$895. Belt, S9057-B…$145. Eyeglass frame, LFP-D…$355. b. Three handsome pure silk neckties, entirely hand sewn in our English workroom, are in wonderful ground colors, complemented by block stripes and thin bar stripes within the blocks. Shown in A-new navy; B-cardinal; C-rifle. Each tie, W392…$165. a b c 1-800-221-4671 | 11 c. Our blue and white Panama weave Bengal stripe shirts are meticulously cut from 2-ply 170s thread count Swiss cotton. Three different collar options, shown clockwise from top: 654-button down; 654K-Kelly; 654S-spread. Each shirt…$295. …understated style in our glen plaid wool and cashmere sport coat
Below: Our cashmere polo style sweaters are knitted from the finest Scottish cashmere, exclusively for us by the renowned Hawico mill, in a plain weave with a set-in shoulder and turn back cuffs. They sit handsomely under a jacket for extra warmth when needed and look smart over a dress shirt. This season, we offer them in A-sage; B-caramel; C-sienna; D-jean. Sizes M–XXL. Our blue, orange and yellow small check Swiss cotton button down shirt is a versatile addition to every wardrobe. Each sweater, HW111...$465. Shirt, 9425...$225. 1-800-221-4671 | 13 Above: Our Italian woven corduroy truly is the cord of kings! Woven in Italy and meticulously cut in our old world workroom, it is luxuriously soft, with an elegant moderate wale, and a perfect easy to wear and comfortable weight for the long season ahead. We offer a variety of color this season, recognizing that you will enjoy these cords with sweaters, as shown, or with sport coats. Offered in both plain front and forward pleat, with a regular rise. Colors are shown top to bottom: A-eucalyptus; B-aviation; C-beige; D-brick; E-fir; F-bark; G-ginger. Pants, in forward pleat, SPCF, or in plain front, SPCP…$235. Belt, S8011-B…$155. practical & luxurious …f ine cashmere polo sweaters & tailored corduroy trousers
a b c c. Three exceptional button down shirts, in Italian woven DJ Anderson 2-ply 200 thread count cotton twill, and cut, as all of our button down shirts, with a perfect roll collar, single needle stitched, with mother-of-pearl buttons, side gussets for added strength, double buttons at the cuff for added comfort and extra width at the left sleeve to assure room for a wristwatch. Shown clockwise from top left, 4430-blue ground with white check; 4429-white and blue mid-size grid; 4428-white and blue small grid. Each shirt…$245. 1-800-221-4671 | 15 a. We feature one of two authentic Harris Tweed jackets this season, the new lighter weight woven in the Hebrides exclusively for us. This blue herringbone weave has a handsome windowpane of understated complementary colors, highlighting the heathered main weave. Harris Tweed can be woven as an art form, with multiple colors in every thread compounding to create a mélange of remarkable hues. Shown with one of our special button down shirts woven in Italy in exceptional 200s thread count cotton in a classic small grid, and paired with our madder silk diamond “tile” motif necktie. Trousers are light grey gabardine cut in our Italian workroom from the finest Italian woven Super 130s Merino wool. Our pre-folded blue linen pocket square is the finishing touch. We propose our English made unlined Harvard tan loafer and a complementary burnished calf leather belt. Dark tortoise Pantheon frames are a handsome accessory. Jacket, 1712J…$985. Shirt, 4429…$245. Tie, P137-B…$165. Pocket Square, 1612-B…$28. Trouser, HGB2-C, forward pleat, or HGBP2-C, plain front… $395. Shoe, 8365…$690. Belt, S550-B…$135. Eyeglass frame, LFP-C…$355. b. Elegant neckties printed on authentic madder silk, leaving the hand of the silk soft and brushed, are in a diamond tile motif in three ground colors; A-navy; B-burnt orange; C-cobalt. Each tie, P137…$165. 14 | www.bensilver.com straight from the Hebrides …authentic Harris Tweed
Above: We propose our steep twill trousers of softly brushed cotton from the superb Italian Duca Visconti di Modrone mill, cut to our exacting specifications in our old world workroom in a full range of sizes, in four colors shown: A-olive green; B-tan; C-golden brown; D-soft blue. Available in regular rise, in forward pleat, STWF; or in plain front, STWP. Featured braided leather belt, available in either A-brown as shown, or B-black. Each pair of steep twill pants…$395. Belt, 9944-A…$225. a. Our handsomely knitted Scottish cashmere round neck sweater has been made exclusively for us from one of Bob’s favorite vintage patterns. Turn up sleeves, and the waist ribbing are practical as well as handsome. The unique saddle shoulder is woven as a horizontal panel against the vertical front and back, and the tight rib adds depth to the mélange effect of the wonderful sky blue hue. Sizes M–XXL. Shown with a classic Swiss woven button down shirt from our extensive selection, in a blue and navy windowpane on a white cotton ground. Sweater, HW110…$685. Shirt, 423…$225. b. Our 100% cotton to the calf socks are a colorful choice for weekends when a short bright sock adds zest to your wardrobe. Sock sizes 11–13. From left to right: 19-navy, red; 20-yellow, royal; 21-melon, grey; 22-orange, cream; 23-violet, lavender. Each pair, CTSX…$38. c. From Crockett & Jones of England, "The Bermuda" is our exclusive blucher style buck in tan nubuck leather. Quality English craftsmanship is met with the styling and comfort of an American classic. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction and handsome red rubber soles. US sizes 8.5–12. The Bermuda Buck in tan, 8606T…$650. d. Traditional basketweave leather belt, 13/8" wide. Available in A-brown with brass buckle or B-black with nickel buckle. In sizes 32–44. Each basketweave leather belt, 9944…$225. a b c d 1-800-221-4671 | 17 16 | www.bensilver.com handsome ribbed cashmere …pairs with our soft brushed twill pants
18 | www.bensilver.com d. Exquisitely draping, year ‘round gabardine trousers are cut in our old world workroom from the finest Italian Super 130s Merino wool woven by E. Thomas. As with all of our trousers, these pants feature a crotch lining, piped seam, and split waistband. Available in either HGB2-forward pleat or HGBP2-plain front. Sizes 32–44 even, and 33–39 odd. Shown from top to bottom: C-light grey; B-dark grey; A-khaki; E-cream; D-British khaki. Each pair of trousers...$395. Belt, S9057-A.…$145. 1-800-221-4671 | 19 a d c b a. Our pure cashmere jacket is cut from 240 gram cloth woven in England for us by the famed Joshua Ellis mill. The understated cream Prince of Wales glen plaid makes a sophisticated statement with timeless appeal. Tailored impeccably in our natural shoulder silhouette with a canvassed and lined two-button front, and trim 3 ¼" lapels, side vents, and double pipe and flap lower pockets in a full range of sizes. We show the jacket with our blue and white Bengal stripe cutaway collar Swiss woven cotton shirt, and a new multi-stripe silk tie, and one of our linen and cotton white pocket squares with an engineered edge. Trousers are light grey Merino Super 130s wool from Italy. We propose our whiskey cordovan captoe oxford from England and a tan leather strap belt with a shiny vermeil slide buckle. Our exclusive demi-blond tortoise Pantheon shape eyeglasses (Bob's favorite) are the finishing touch. Jacket, 176J…$1,695. Shirt, 3245…$225. Tie, W390-B…$165. Pocket square, SGP2…$75. Trousers, forward pleat, HGB2-C, or plain front, HGBP2-C…$395. Belt strap, S011-D…$145 and buckle, 790D…$345. Shoes, 9427C…$995. Eyeglass frames, LFF…$355. b. Multi-stripe silk neckties, each on a handsome ground, with two colorful stripes bordered by contrasting pin stripes. Shown left to right: A-brass; B-grass; C-wine; D-new navy. Each tie, W390…$165. c. Vegetable tanned, 11⁄ 4" feather edge glove lined leather with solid brass buckle, in A-black; B-brown; C-tan. Sizes 32–44, and also sizes 33, 35, 37, 39. Each feathered edge belt, S9057…$145. distinctive style …in ref ined & elegant cashmere
Above: These handsome cable and rib button top sweaters are knitted in Peruvian “Royal Alpaca” – the créme de la créme of alpaca, with fibers generally less than 19 microns in diameter. Our extremely soft sweater has the hand of fine cashmere. Lightweight and durable, it makes up handsomely in our tortoise shell button collar sweater, with an elegant drape, banded cuffs and a banded waistband. In four handsome colors: A-plum; B-midnight; C-spice; D-hunter; E-stone. Sizes M–XXL. The shirt is our special 140s oxford cloth button down in white cotton with a blue stripe button down, ideal under a sweater as well as a jacket. Each sweater, PRA3…$395. Shirt, 5868…$225. b. Our over the calf wool solid color ribbed dress socks are available in a very wide range of colors. Shown here in 839-dark brown; 030-cream; 208-purple; 015-dusty blue. Sock sizes 11–13. One pair over the calf wool socks, WSX…$38. c. 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, with a clear view of the different soles. The Harvard unlined loafer in dark brown grain leather, 8366H...$690. The Boston lined loafer in tan grain leather, 8363...$680. a. We offer three exceptional oxford cloth button down shirts, each in a refined 140s thread count Thomas Mason Gold cloth, woven in Italy, and then cut in our impeccable model, with its perfect collar roll, generous gentlemen’s cut, with mother-of-pearl buttons, single needle stitching, side gauntlets, second buttons on the sleeve, and additional width at the sleeve for a wristwatch. These Gold line fabrics will be a welcome addition to the wardrobe of men who enjoy oxford cloth, as they have all the durability and tradition of lesser oxford weaves, with the refinement and comfort of 140s fabric. Shown clockwise from top left: 5870-solid blue; 5869-blue ground, white Bengal; 5868-white ground, blue university stripe. Each shirt…$225. 1-800-221-4671 | 21 a b c lightweight & durable …softest royal alpaca
a. This handsome Irish woven plaid is a classic example of a Prince of Wales pattern, in a bold and appealing tan and cream setting, with cornflower blue and royal blue windowpanes. We like the way it looks with our mid-blue Bengal stripe poplin spread collar shirt, and the simplicity of our Signature collection solid sapphire blue English silk necktie. We suggest our medium grey flannel trousers. In the pocket, our exclusive French woven sky blue pocket square. We propose our Repton double monk shoe from England, along with a chili tanned burnished veal belt. Our Pantheon shape Oxford tortoise eyewear is a finishing touch. Jacket, 7247J…$985. Shirt, 875…$225. Tie, W397-B…$165. Pocket square, SGP4…$65. Trousers, plain front, HFLP-B or forward pleat, HFL-B…$395. Shoes, 9599…$895. " Belt, S550-B…$135. Eyeglass frames, LFE…$355. b. Our Signature collection solid color silk ties, entirely handsewn, are essential elements of every gentleman’s wardrobe. This season we offer seven handsome shades in pure English silk: A-claret; B-sapphire; C-steel blue; D-violet; E-tartan; F-ginger; G-brass. Each tie, W397…$165. 22 | www.bensilver.com a b 1-800-221-4671 | 23 woven in Ireland …in a classic pattern & timeless colors
d 99–navy 119–wine 20–black 358–gold 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 a Above: Our light yet lofty Scottish cashmere sweaters are a luxurious practical addition to your wardrobe. Our traditional crewneck style is handsome every day of the week, whether as a casual weekend addition to your wardrobe, or under a sport coat. We offer four new and handsome colors for the season: A-blue haze; B-brick; C-ivory; D-seagreen. Sizes M–XXL. Shown with our button down shirt with a red and blue tattersall on a white ground. Each sweater, HW108...$595. Shirt, 690...$215. 1-800-221-4671 | 25 Below: We are pleased to offer our English Drill trousers in traditional 100% combed cotton drill cloth, air brushed to a comfortably soft, yet still crisp finish, in two colors: A–the original khaki color and B–a warmer golden shade. The fine weave twill fabric replicates the cloth used in the manufacture of uniforms worn by the colonial British army on the drilling fields of tropical outposts since the 1840's. Our drills are constructed to the same exact standards as all of our finest dress trousers. The tailored “V” opening at the back seam that allows a better fit, the finished waistband, and the French fly front are found only on the finest dress pants. The high quality fabric makes them perfectly at home in dress or casual surroundings, and the exceptionally tight weave of the drill cloth fabric permits these pants to hold a crease longer. Dry cleaning maintains the crisp clean finish. Available in either HFDF-forward pleat or HFDP-plain front. Sizes 32–44 even and 33–39 odd. Drills, available in A-khaki, or B-golden tan, either plain front, HFDP; or forward pleat, HFDF…$245. a. 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. One pair over the calf wool socks, WSX…$38. One pair mid-calf wool socks, WSXS…$38. b. From Crockett & Jones of England's Handgrade Collection, “The Kempton” is our handsome slip-on shoe in brown calfskin. This unique style has the comfort of a loafer and the look of a tailored boot, equally suited to weekend wear, or under tailored trousers and a fine jacket. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction and leather soles. Sizes 8.5–12. The Kempton demi-boot, 9439B…$875. b knitted in Scotland exclusively for us …featherweight cashmere crewneck
Below: Cavalry twill trousers cut in our old world workroom in Italian woven Super 130s Merino wool from E. Thomas. As with all our trousers, stitched with piped fly seam, crotch lining, lining to the knee in the front, and split waistband. Available in either SNCT-forward pleat or SNCTP-plain front. Sizes 32–44 even, and 33–39 odd. Shown from top to bottom: E-charcoal brown; C-dark grey; A-olive; D-taupe; B-light grey. Each pair of trousers…$295. Belt, 9942-E…$175. 26 | www.bensilver.com b a b. This handsome chevron weave is a mélange of sea and surf colors, with windowpanes in blues and oranges and yellows. We have tailored it in our full range of sizes, with side vents, double pipe and flap lower pockets and a welted upper pocket, in our authentic American style, with slim bluff edge lapels and a comfortable slim silhouette. Paired with our brown cavalry twill trousers and shown with a vibrant striped necktie on a wide blue and white striped spread collar cotton twill shirt, along with one of our French woven colorful pocket squares. We propose our English suede tassel loafers and a companion suede belt. Dark tortoise Pantheon frames are featured. Jacket, 902J…$985. Shirt, 225…$225. Tie, W395-B…$165. Pocket square, SGP7-B…$75. Trousers, plain front, SNCTP-E, or forward pleat, SNCT-E…$295. Shoes, 9376S…$680. Belt, 9942S-B…$175. Frames, LFP-C…$355. a. Our strikingly handsome silk tie group, as all of our neckwear, is entirely handsewn. The four ground colors of this group will complement every jacket this season. Shown left to right: A-marigold; B-brick; C-sky; D-forest. Each tie W395…$165. classic Harris Tweed …in a herringbone weave with a windowpane
a. Is it a “half zip” or a “quarter zip”? Whatever you call it, it will be your ‘go to’ cashmere sweater for the season! The plain weave sweater is knitted from lightweight single ply yarn to provide the unique pleasure of a sweater as light as cotton, and as luxurious as the finest Scottish cashmere. Perfect over a sport shirt, or layered under a jacket for cooler days ahead. Beautifully knitted in a single piece, with turnback sleeves, and an elegant zipper, our exclusive sweaters are available in two wonderful hues for the season, each with a contrasting inner collar: A-denim; B-ocean mist. Sizes M–XXL. We show them with two of our traditional oxford weave cotton button down shirts: 112-pink; and 113-yellow. Each sweater, HW113…$595. Each shirt …$205. b. Our button down oxford shirts are cut from 2-ply 100s thread count Italian woven cotton. This classic “oxford” is the standard bearer for all button down shirts in every gentleman’s shirt collection. Shown clockwise from top left: 110-white; 111-blue; 112-pink; 113-yellow. Each shirt…$205. c. From Crockett & Jones of England, our classic unlined Harvard loafers in two rich shades of suede. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction and leather soles. Available in US sizes 8.5–12 D width. Tobacco suede, 8365D...$595. Ocean suede, 8365G...$595. 1-800-221-4671 | 29 a b c our exclusive and comfortable cashmere …luxurious, practical half zip sweaters
c. Our classic white and blue twill shirts are wardrobe essentials for every gentleman. Each is cut from comfortable 2-ply 120s thread count cotton twill fabric woven in Italy, with a spread collar, button cuff, and uniquely finished with fine mother-of-pearl buttons. As with all our shirts, stocked in a full range of neck and sleeve sizes. Shown clockwise from top: 218-white ground with thin blue stripe; 219-light blue grid on white; 225-white ground with wider set blue stripe. Each shirt…$225. a. England’s Fox Brothers has woven this jewel tone richly hued glen plaid fabric for us this season. The deep chocolate ground is accented with cardinal and teal throughout, so we propose a handsome teal necktie to accessorize this sport coat. Our teal ground jacquard woven pheasant necktie, in English silk, pairs handsomely with our classic spread collar Italian woven cotton 120s thread count twill shirt, and dark grey Super 130s Merino wool trousers. In the pocket, a French woven cotton pocket square complements the color story. We propose our demi-boot in brown calf, along with one of our English bridle leather belts and our amber Pantheon shape frame as elegant accessories. Jacket, 744J…$1,245. Shirt, 218…$225. Tie, W394-C…$165. Pocket square, SGP15…$70. Pants, plain front, HGBP2-B, or forward pleat, HGB2-B…$395. Shoes, 9439B…$875. Belt, S9057-B…$145. Eyeglass frame, LFP-D…$355. b. English silk neckwear with a detailed and handsomely jacquard woven pheasant motif is available in four versatile colors this season. Shown left to right: A-claret; B-navy; C-teal; D-gold. Tie, W394…$165. 1-800-221-4671 | 31 a b c understated sophistication …in a cashmere & merino wool sport coat
c. Our Sea Island cotton blend socks have a classic small check pattern and are available in five seasonal colors. Shown from left to right: A-green, white; B-red, cream; C-navy, white; D-red, navy; E-blue, navy. Over the calf, one size fits most. Each pair, SCCS2…$32. d. From Crockett & Jones of England's Handgrade Collection, "The Kempton" is our handsome slip-on shoe in brown calfskin. This unique style has the comfort of a loafer and the look of a tailored boot, equally suited to weekend wear, or under tailored trousers and a fine jacket. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction and leather soles. Sizes 8.5–12. The Kempton demi-boot, in brown suede, 9439S…$875. e. Our lambswool Donegal trousers are woven in heritage Irish mills, and cut in our old world workroom. Lined to the knee they are available in either forward pleat, HDTF or plain front, HDTP. Sizes 32–44 even and 33–39 odd. Shown from front to back: A-olive, field; B-chocolate, mustard; C-brownstone; E-charcoal, slate; F-navy, delft. Complemented by our edge stitched bridle leather belt in Havana tan. Each pair of trousers…$365. Belt, S8011-B...$155. b c d a. Our exclusive 2-ply Scottish cashmere cable and stitch half zip knit sweaters are perfect over a sport shirt. Available in two special colors, each with a contrasting inner collar band. Sizes M–XXL. At left, A-caramel with cream collar trim; at right, B-azure with cream collar trim. We show two timeless tattersall button down cotton shirts with these sweaters. At left, 2313-navy blue and mid-blue check; at right, 2316-blue and magenta check. Each sweater, HW112...$645. Each shirt…$215. b. 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. a e 1-800-221-4671 | 33 a perfect day …begins with a perfect sweater
34 | www.bensilver.com b a. Proudly made in America, this jacket is cut with all the attention to detail of our tailored clothing: a notched lapel and side vents, lower flap pockets, a welted breast pocket. There are also several unique features especially suited to an elegant suede jacket: pick-stitching at the lapel, hem, and pockets of the jacket; working button holes are a special feature, as well as a seam below the elbow on each sleeve to allow for the sleeve to be shortened and retain the working button holes. It is fully luxuriously lined, with various interior pockets. We know you will enjoy wearing this handsome whiskey suede blazer comfortably over casual pants, from khakis to jeans. Shown with an Italian woven cotton gingham check cutaway collar shirt. Our Italian woven corduroy pants in beige complete the look. Whiskey suede jacket, ASJ…$1,350. Shirt, 211…$215. Corduroy pants, in forward pleat, SPCF-C, or in plain front, SPCP-C…$235. b. Our bold gingham check shirts are cut from the finest cotton poplin woven in Italy, with cutaway collars, button cuffs, and mother-of-pearl buttons. Available in: 210-wine; 211-light blue; 212-navy. Each shirt…$215. c. Five handsome monk strap styles from Crockett & Jones of England. Available in sizes 8.5–12. Shown left to right: The handgrade Repton double monk in antique chestnut, 9599…$895; The Chalfont monk in burnished tan, 8622...$710; The handgrade Savile monk in antique dark brown, 9472...$895; The handgrade Chadwick monk in antique chestnut, 5101...$910; The Arlington double monk in antique chestnut, 8670…$710. a 1-800-221-4671 | 35 c weekend and wherever… our exclusive suede blazer
Above: Ludwig Reiter of Austria, the highly regarded European name in fine shoes, has made these navy blue pebble grain leather sneakers, or “trainers” for us. They have a full leather lining, reinforced toecap, and gum soles. Available in European sizes 41–46 (US sizes 8–12.5). Sneakers, LRNS…$395. b a tradition & comfort …a winning combination Above: Our own poplin G-9 jacket, (precisely the same model as our cold weather soft wool and cashmere G-9), continues to be a favorite of our customers in both khaki and blue. The fit is comfortable, and styled with every detail accounted for: buttoned side pockets, banded waistband and sleeves, two-button throat latch, full sturdy zipper, high straight collar and our own house plaid in red, blue and white cotton lining. Even sizes 38–50. Choose from either A-blue or B-khaki, each in a water-resistant poplin that feels good to the touch. Poplin G-9 jacket, IG9...$485. a. Here are another group of gingham pattern shirts, but with button down collars, for those who prefer that shape. These three wonderful weekend button down shirts, cut from Thomas Mason Italian woven cotton, to our demanding specifications, are available in: A-royal blue gingham; B-magenta gingham; C-light blue gingham. Each shirt, 6432…$215. b. We are excited that the response to our blue jeans has been sensational! Over 4,000 pairs have moved from us to you since their introduction! These jeans are the culmination of years of product development – tweaking each and every detail...until, at last, we have determined that everything is just right! The denim fabric is 99% cotton, with a dash of stretch that significantly increases the comfort. The fit is both flattering and relaxed. The special shade of “Charleston Blue” will pair handsomely with all of your wardrobe pieces – from a brightly colored polo shirt to a navy blazer! Charleston Blues are made for us in an American workroom, with extra attention to the small components that make our jeans unique, such as our Ben Silver button and our signature Palmetto design that is embroidered on the “fifth pocket” and stamped on the back leather tab. Offered in waist sizes 32–44, with odd sizes through 37, and your choice of 30, 32, or 34 inch inseam. “Charleston Blues,” AGJ…$225. 1-800-221-4671 | 37
38 | www.bensilver.com b c Above: Enjoy our easy fitting and comfortable lambswool V-neck vests, knitted in Scotland, in four wonderful colors: A-royal; B-cranberry; C-hunter; D-solar. Sizes M–XXL. Shown with our Swiss woven navy, blue and pink check button down shirt. Each sweater, WL159...$175. Shirt, 1204...$215. a. Another great addition to our selection of button down collar sport shirts, in fine Swiss woven cotton, with a navy, sky and rose plaid, and of course, our perfect collar roll. Dress shirt sizing. Shirt, 1204…$215. b. Traditional surcingle twill belts, 1 ³/8" wide, with leather ends and solid brass buckles, trace their history to the heavy wool straps used for training horses, and the old French words “sur cengle” meaning “over the girdle” of the horse. They are a handsome weekend addition to your wardrobe. Size 32–46. Available in eight solid colors: A-black; B-camel; C-olive; D-red; E-yellow; F-denim; H-forest; I-navy. Also available with a center stripe: J-navy with camel stripe; K-camel with navy stripe; L-navy with red stripe. Each surcingle twill belt, S683...$85. c. Our Charleston Britches are cut from a fall weight peach finish cotton for extra comfort and softness, then garment washed for extra softness. Although they are made to the same size specifications as all of our trousers, including our dress drills, they have larger belt loops, permitting a more casual wider belt, and they may be washed. Just as attractive flat pressed without a pleat as with one, they are guaranteed to be “go-to” pants for weekend comfort. Cut, as all of our trousers, in the full range of sizes. Charleston Britches, forward pleat, HWBF; plain front, HWBP…$245. Belt, S683-I...$85. a 1-800-221-4671 | 39 lambswool V-neck vests …perfect for golf, comfortable under a jacket
a. Exceptionally soft, weathered and sueded to perfection, our traditional G-9 style leather jacket is made exclusively for us in America, to our demanding specifications, with a handsome collar and cuff, buttoned pockets, and our house tartan fine wool lining. Available in even sizes 38–48. Leather G-9 Jacket, GLJK…$1,395. b. 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. c. The Harvard unlined loafer in a range of leathers, including our exclusive and rare whiskey cordovan. Available in sizes 8.5–12. 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. 1-800-221-4671 | 41 a a b c 40 | www.bensilver.com butter soft leather... in a classic zippered jacket
a b …distinguished! our English style double breasted blazer a. We propose four handsome shirtings for the season, each with a cutaway collar, selected for its versatility. No other dress shirt collar can be worn handsomely without a necktie; this collar holds its shape without a tie. Having the option of wearing the cutaway collar shirt either with or without a necktie is an asset. Shown from front to back: Swiss woven, extremely high thread count 2-ply cotton with a subtle ivory glen plaid on the sky blue ground, 3404…$295. Swiss woven 2-ply blue and white Bengal stripe, 3245…$225. Swiss woven 2-ply high thread count mini-grid in understated tones, 8421…$225. Blue Swiss woven 2-ply high thread count cotton with a white pencil stripe, 4256…$225. b. Our double breasted English style blazer complete with our City of London blazer buttons, shows six and buttons two in the classic English manner. Available in a full size range in Italian Super 120s wool, peaked lapel, side vents, ticket pocket, lower inset flap pockets, and upper welted pocket. While some wear their double breasted blazers with roll neck cashmere sweaters, we think our Churchill Dot necktie makes an elegant and unmistakably English statement with our DB. We combine one of our handsome cutaway shirts featured above with the necktie and a pure white pocket square. Trousers are light grey Super 130s wool gabardine. Blazer, EDB…$995. Shirt, 3245…$225. Tie, P45…$165. Pocket square, SGP3…$75. Trousers, plain front, HGBP2-C, or forward pleat, HGB2-C…$395. 1-800-221-4671 | 43
a a b c 1-800-221-4671 | 45 a. Our traditional Scottish knit shawl collar sweater in 4-ply cashmere, with working leather buttons and convenient side pockets, is a remarkably comfortable sweater that will provide timeless value in the years ahead. You will never tire of the classic shades we have selected, shown from right to left: A-navy; B-green lovat; C-wine. Sized M–XXL. Shown on Bob in wine, paired with our finest 170’s thread count Swiss cotton Bengal stripe Panama weave button down. Shawl collar cashmere sweater, WL165…$695. Featured shirt, 654…$295. b. 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. c. From Crockett & Jones, unlined brown suede chukka boots with refined leather soles which distinguish them from our lined winter chukka boots. In sizes 8.5–12. Brown suede unlined chukka boot, 8489B…$545. Below: Our elegant two-tone pattern birdseye above the calf dress socks, with heel and toe in solid color, in 85% wool and 15% nylon. Sizes 11–13. 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. 44 | www.bensilver.com comfort in cashmere …the luxurious shawl collar cardigan
a. We offer a blazer cut from Loro Piana’s special Travel Pro fabric, woven in 100% New Zealander wool, which is specially finished to resist wrinkling. Lightweight, and in a lighter hue of navy blue, it is the perfect blazer for travel. Toss it in the airplane overhead without regret. The blazer is available in our two-button model with side vents. And because we know what it is like to be in the air all day en route to England or wherever, we know you will welcome these travel easy pure cotton shirtings as well. Each is finished to give special resilience on a long journey. Don’t confuse them with formaldehyde infused non-iron shirts! These are safe and comfortable on your skin, and they will require attention after washing; but they will let you remain fresh looking at the end of a journey. We feature our blue on white grid button down shirt as the foil to our raspberry silk knit tie. The easiest tie to travel with – creaseless, impervious to wear – the silk knit tie has long been a favorite of worldly gentlemen. In the pocket, one of our tattersall check cotton squares. Jacket, 466J...$975. Shirt, 7522...$225. Tie, ASK-CC...$110. Pocket square, PFS14-A...$75. b. Scan the QR code above to view our full selection of silk knit ties in an array of color. Above and at left: Our fine shirts in 2-ply 120s thread count Italian woven cotton, specially finished to resist a long day's journey into night. Left, spread collar travel shirts, clockwise, from top: white twill, 5412; blue twill, 5411; sky blue pinstripe on white, 9212. Right, button down travel shirts, left to right: white with blue grid, 7522; blue with white stripe, 7969. Each shirt…$225. a b 46 | www.bensilver.com travel easy with these special fabrics …on the road
1-800-221-4671 | 49 a a. Historically, Shetland wool has been associated with the colors of the Shetland isles, and this group of sweaters is no exception. We think the sea and surf reminiscent hues of these sweaters is especially appealing. The allure of Shetland wool is its softness and fluffy hand, so that the plain weave sweater is characterized by a good deal of loft. The banded sleeves and ribbed bottom are typical, as is the 2x1 ribbed crewneck. This season, we offer five wonderful hues: A-sea pearl; B-cornflower; C-coral; D-marine; E-shamrock. Sizes M–XXL. Shown with our pink and white gingham check button down shirt, featured at left. Each sweater, WL160...$195. Shirt, 737BD...$225. b. Our small gingham check button down collar shirts are cut from the finest 2-ply 120s thread count Swiss cotton. Available in 736BD-blue on white or 737BD-a rich pink and white, in a full range of sizes. Each shirt…$225. c. Moleskin trousers cut in our Italian workroom from 10½ oz. English cotton. Available in either HBMF-forward pleat or HBMP-plain front and in sizes 32–44 even, and 33–39 odd. Top to bottom: H-navy; B-camel; A-dark lovat. Complemented by our striped surcingle belt in camel. Each pair of trousers…$225. Belt, S683-K…$85. Above: From Crockett & Jones, this graceful loafer is an elegant slip on for work or weekend. Available in 8773-tobacco suede; or 8773B-antique tan. In sizes 8.5–12. The Rosebery loafers…$850. b c 48 | www.bensilver.com rich in tradition …Shetland wool crewneck sweaters
a. Always in style…our traditional two-button navy blue American natural shoulder blazer, complete with our soaring American eagle blazer buttons, in Super 120s Italian wool, with lower patch and flap pockets, lap seams, quarter inch stitching along the lapel and a hooked center vent. Available in a full range of sizes. Shown with our Italian woven 2-ply thread red and blue large graph check button down shirt and our authentic British regimental silk necktie, entirely handsewn, in new red, navy, and saffron. The pocket square, woven in France, is a white linen and cotton with a blue corner check. Khakis are our summer weight English drill cotton trousers. Blazer, ABS2...$995. Shirt, 690...$215. Tie, R44…$138. Pocket square, SGP16…$75. Trousers, forward pleat, HSDF-A or plain front HSDP-A…$225. b. A selection of authentic British regimental neckwear with American red, white, and blue stripes, particularly well suited in an election year. Shown left to right: C17, British Olympic Association; C50, Civil Service Sports; O22, Old Finchley; W250, United States Coat of Arms; R43, Yorkshire Hussars; R58, Dorset Yeomanry. Each tie...$138. Tie, W250…$165. c. Our button down shirt of choice is the same red and blue check shown on Blair, along with two more of our most frequently sought authentic regimental neckties: at left, R173, and at right, O22. Blazer, ABS2...$995. Shirt, 690...$215. Each tie…$138. Shoes, 8365A…$975. Eyeglass frames, LFF…$355. 1-800-221-4671 | 51 50 | www.bensilver.com a b c an all year essential …classic American blazer
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 SCAN TO SHOP FromCrockett & Jones, the tassel moccasin with single leather soles. Shown in burgundy shell cordovan and tobacco suede. Available in sizes 8.5–12. The Cavendish Moccasin in suede, 9376S...$680. The Cavendish Moccasin in burgundy cordovan, 9376C...$975. rare cordovan or soft suede …English tassel moccasins
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