Perennials 2026 Our Perennials…always in style …always in season, always available
Copyright © 2026 The Ben Silver Corporation Welcome to Ben Silver! Classic style has always been our business While we bring you classically styled clothing in fresh patterns each season, there are constants in our collection of apparel – items we always replenish and maintain consistently throughout the year. These make up our perennial collection: timeless, classic style, always in season, always available. We always offer our handsome blazers and a vast selection of authentic English regimental striped neckwear. You will always be able to purchase from a selection of our timeless shirting fabrics. Our English made loafers are perennials too, as are cashmere or cotton sweaters. When you are searching for the classic raincoat, made since the end of WWII by Ben Silver, you will find it here. We have gathered a selection of our most frequently sought perennial items for this catalog. Always available, always in season, always in classic style. Enjoy the selection within this catalog, and of course, on our website, and look forward next month to our 2026 fall offerings – new patterns, and a range of fabrics, but all true to classic style. Welcome to Ben Silver, where classic style has always been, and continues to be, our business. – Sue Prenner On the cover: We feature our handsome authentic English regimental necktie, The Canterbury, with a rust ground, and saffron stripes surrounded by navy. Each pure silk, hand sewn tie, C82…$148. Order Total Shipping Charge Up to $99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9.95 Up to $499. . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19.50 $500+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29.95
a b an all year essential …classic American blazer 1-800-221-4671 | 5 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, quarter-inch stitching along the lapel and a hooked center vent. Available in a full range of sizes. Shown with our authentic British regimental silk necktie, entirely handsewn, in new red, navy, and saffron: The Fife and Forfar Regiment. Khakis are our warm weather English drill cotton trousers. Blazer, ABS2...$1,115. Tie, R44…$148. Pocket square, SGP16…$85. Trousers, forward pleat, HSDF-A or plain front, HSDP-A…$245. 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. No closet is complete without these colors. Shown clockwise from top left: 110-white; 111-blue; 112-pink; 113-yellow. Each shirt…$235. c. Our warm weather weight cotton English drills, with all the benefits of comfort and durability, including the ability to hold a crisp pressed crease, are available in two colors. In addition to the original khaki color, A (shown on right); we also offer the summer drills in a handsome golden tan, B (shown on left). Available in either HSDF, forward pleat or HSDP, plain front. Sizes 32–44 even and 33–39 odd. Made in our old world artisan workroom in Italy. Dry clean only. Each warm weather weight cotton English drills, in A-khaki or B-golden tan...$245. Belt, S8011-B...$165. Below: Wear it proudly! Now, more than ever, it's the one club we all belong to! Dignified, elegant and All-American…our exclusive entirely handmade pure silk necktie with the elegantly woven United States Coat of Arms in ivory, brass, new red, Persian blue and Kelly green on a navy ground. United States Coat of Arms Tie, W250...$165. c
a. An assortment of always in style authentic regimental neckwear in English woven and handsewn silk, shown left to right: U13 - UNIVERSITY OF LONDON (new red, midnight blue, white) The Senate House, London. Founded 1836. First British university to admit women in 1878. R177 - ROYAL MILITARY COLLEGE–SANDHURST WHITE WARP (new red, white, true blue) The Royal Military College opened in 1802. It was closed in 1939 due to the start of World War II. The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst opened in the same location in 1947. O22 - OLD FINCHLEIAN–CHRIST’S COLLEGE (new red, Oxford blue, silver-white) Old boys of Christ’s College in Finchley, North London. The Rev. T. R. White founded the school in 1857 as a private boarding school named Finchley Hall School. R172 - 3RD BATTALION ROYAL WEST KENT (white, midnight, new red) C17 - BRITISH OLYMPIC (Oxford blue, silver-white, guardsman red) The British Olympic Association was formed in May of 1905. Great Britain is one of only five countries, which has never failed to be represented at the Olympic Games since 1896. We offer this tie with stripes and leave the Olympic rings for the team members. S31 - Classic Stripe (new red, Oxford blue, silver-white). Each regimental tie…$148. b c a b. Three exceptional oxford cloth button down shirts, 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 with white Bengal stripe; 5868-white ground with blue university stripe. Each shirt…$245. c. 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, and the leather is nubuck. Available in three colors, tan, white, and navy. Bermuda Buck in white, 8606…$775. Bermuda Buck in tan, 8606T…$775. Bermuda Buck in navy, 8606N…$775. 1-800-221-4671 | 7 Celebrate the red, white & blue …perfect for your blazer
8 | www.bensilver.com Above: A selection of handsome regimental striped neckwear, from our authentic British regiments, clubs, and universities, along with a sprinkling of some of our jacquard woven crested motif neckties. Shown left to right: C82–Canterbury; J77–Irish Harp; U64–Oxford University Motor Car Club; O54–Cambridge Old Johnian; U48–Oxford Hibernians; J198A–St. George's Chapel; O29–Old Shirburnian; O34–Old Felsted Golf Tie; O102–Oxford Old Harrow; W250–United States Coat of Arms; U96–Glasgow University Athletic; R44–Fife and Forfar Yeomanry. Each regimental tie…$148. United States Coat of Arms Tie, W250…$165. Opposite page: Our authentic regimental striped necktie adds vibrant color to our American blazer. Tie, O22–Old Finchleian–Christ's College (new red, Oxford blue, silver-white). 1-800-221-4671 | 9 Our world-famous selection of neckwear …add sophisticated color to blazers and sport coats
THE UNLINED LOAFER The Harvard unlined loafer in a range of leathers, including our exclusive and rare whiskey cordovan. Available in sizes 8.5–12. Shown from left to right: Tan pebble grain, 8365B…$775. Navy pebble grain, 8365F...$775. Chestnut burnished calf, 8365…$825. Burgundy cordovan, 8365A…$1,220. Whiskey cordovan, 8365C…$1,245. Black calf, 8365E...$890. the classic unlined loafer …lightweight comfort, in a range of leathers 1-800-221-4671 | 11 10 | www.bensilver.com
a b c …always in style our English style single breasted blazer a. Our English style two-button navy blazer is always a good option. Cut in exceptional Super 150s Italian wool, with gently suppressed waist, lower flap pockets, upper welted pocket and side vents, it is finished with our own City of London blazer buttons, and available in a full size range. One of our exceptional 200s thread count cotton button down shirts pairs well with the blazer. We propose one of our favorite ties, a triple-color block stripe in fire, blue and gold. In the pocket our satin cotton blue check pocket square. Blazer, ESB…$1,235. Shirt, 603…$325. Tie, W506-B…$165. Pocket square, SGP7-A…$85. Trousers, plain front, HFDP-A or forward pleat, HFDF-A…$245. b. A selection of our pocket squares shown clockwise from top left: blue with white cotton pocket square with engineered edge, SGP33; satin cotton blue check pocket square, SGP7-A; white linen and cotton pocket square with a black and cornflower blue corner check, SGP1; delicate Prince of Wales pattern woven pocket square in lilac, SGP14-B; satin cotton gold check pocket square, SGP7-B; woven check cotton pocket square, SGP16; cotton square motif pocket square in sky, SGP4; coral and sky blue plaid cotton pocket square, SGP22; delicate Prince of Wales pattern woven pocket square in blue, SGP14-A. Each pocket square…$85. c. Pantheon shape in a classic Oxford tortoise shell. In collaboration with Lafont of Paris, we have made this color available exclusively from us in any of five sizes: S-small, 46mm; I-intermediate, 48mm; M-medium, 50mm; ML-medium/large, 52mm; L-large, 54mm. Also available as a 100% UV protected sunglass. Each Oxford tortoise frame, LFE…$355. Sunglass in Oxford tortoise, LFS-E...$465. At left: We are pleased to offer our winter weight English Drill trousers in traditional 100% combed cotton drill cloth, air-brushed to a comfortably soft, yet still crisp finish in the original khaki color. 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 1840s. 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. Winter weight English Drills, available in either plain front, HFDP-A; or forward pleat, HFDF-A…$245. Belt, S9678-C…$165. 12 | www.bensilver.com
a. Our double-breasted English style blazer comes with our own City of London blazer buttons, and shows six and buttons two in the classic English manner. Available in a full size range in Super 150s Italian wool with a peaked lapel, side vents, ticket pocket, lower inset flap pockets, and upper welted pocket. We think our Churchill Dot necktie makes an elegant and unmistakably English statement with our DB. We combine one of our handsome cutaway shirts with the necktie and a pure white pocket square. Trousers are light grey Super 130s wool gabardine. Blazer, EDB…$1,298. Tie, P45…$165. Pocket Square, SGP3…$85. Trousers, plain front, HGBP2-C or forward pleat, HGB2-C…$395. b. Our Italian woven 2-ply 120s thread count cotton twill dress shirts are essential for every wardrobe. We offer two collars – a wide spread, and a more modified spread which we call a Kelly— in both white and blue twill. Clockwise from top left, we show the wider spread in 240-white, and then 241-blue. Below, we show the modified spread collar in 281-blue, and in 280-white. Each shirt...$245. c. 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. Trousers, forward pleat, HGB2 or plain front, HGBP2…$395. Belt, S9057-A…$155. …distinguished our English style double breasted blazer b a c 1-800-221-4671 | 15 Below: Our Irish linen pocket squares are pre-folded for ease. From top to bottom: F-pink; C-ecru; B-powder blue; E-butter; A-white. Each pocket square, 1612…$36. Five-pack white, 51612...$180. Above: Our Churchill spot English printed silk neckwear is a classic addition to a gentleman’s neckwear collection. We offer both the traditional four-in-hand tie and the butterfly bow in a perfectly printed white spot on a dark navy ground. Entirely sewn by hand, of course. Shown with our cotton twill spread collar dress shirt. Shirt, 240…$245. Tie, P45…$165. To-be-tied bow, BP45…$108.
a 16 | www.bensilver.com 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 our 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. Jacket, 466J...$1,175. Shirt, 7522...$295. Tie, ASK-CC...$110. b. The easiest tie to travel with—creaseless, impervious to wear— our silk knit tie has long been a favorite of worldly gentlemen. It is also a favorite of traditionalists, because, summer and winter, it is always in style with a button down check shirt or colorful tattersall pattern. We offer a selection of both brighter warmer weather colors and darker all year favorites. Each tie, ASK...$110. b AA-pink W-black G-cardinal V-green B-blue P-gold BB-purple I-red C-cobalt J-tangerine D-slate blue CC-raspberry T-olive M-sienna K-brown F-sky …on the road travel easy with these special fabrics 1-800-221-4671 | 17
1-800-221-4671 | 19 Opposite page: Our exceptional monk straps from Crockett & Jones of England, all of which feature Goodyear-welted construction and leather soles. Shown clockwise from top left: “The Lawrence”, our benchmade monk strap shoe in antique tan calf leather. Featuring brass buckle, as well as split toe seams and aprons that are entirely stitched by hand. The Lawrence, 9290…$1,345. “The Savile” is our benchmade plain front monk strap shoe in dark brown calf leather. Featuring bark tanned single leather soles, and hand finished buckle. The Savile, 9472…$1,150. “The Chalfont” is our exclusive wingtip monk strap shoe in antique tan burnished calf. The monk strap shoe, with its buckle, earns its sobriquet from the buckle on a monk's sandals. Featuring brogue detailing. The Chalfont, 8622…$885. “The Arlington” is our unique double monk strap shoe in chestnut burnished calf. Featuring split toe detail, and brass buckle. The Arlington, 8670…$875. “The Repton” is our double monk strap shoe in antique chestnut. Featuring cap toe detail. The Repton, 9599…$955. a. Our Bio Luxury socks are part of our Italian sock maker’s 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. Shown at left from top to bottom: 13-navy; 11-dusty blue; 10-light brown; 7-wine; 6-chocolate; 5-black; 4-dark grey; 3-light grey. Shown below from top to bottom: 32-almond; 26-mint; 24-rifle green; 20-cornflower. One pair Bio Luxury socks, SBLS…$64. 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; and B-black. Each calfskin belt, 9942…$185. Elegant Footwear & Belts …with luxurious socks a a b 18 | www.bensilver.com
1-800-221-4671 | 21 20 | www.bensilver.com Above: This is unquestionably the finest suit we carry. Cut from the renowned Scabal mill’s unique blend of cashmere and cotton, it is both elegant and sophisticated, and yet unpretentiously easy to wear for either work or dress occasions. It was always Bob’s go-to suit, for every special occasion that did not require dark tones or invisibility. The hand of the cloth is majestic. The color is perfect, with warm tones that flatter the complexion of the wearer. The jacket is cut in our classic two-button model, with trim lapels and a natural shoulder silhouette. The trousers are cut with a forward pleat, but plain front can be made upon request. The necktie, always our favorite, is a triple block stripe of tangerine, cornflower and sun. One of our fine French woven cotton pocket squares in blue with a white stripe. We propose our wingtip or full brogue oxford as an appropriate complement to the suit. Suit, 501S…$2,250. Shirt, 520…$265. Tie, W539…$165. Pocket Square, SGP33…$85. Belt, 9942-D…$185. Eyewear, LFF…$355. Watch, OMW-L-R-G-C-M…$1,490. Shoes, 9503…$955. At left: An example of our finest Italian knit socks in pure cotton, in a birdseye pattern, and in colors well suited to the season, shown from left to right: 274-royal; 281-periwinkle; 279-khaki; 275-coral; 280-sage; 283-sky; 284-pink; 282-purple. Above the calf, in sock sizes 11–13. One pair cotton birdseye socks, CBS…$43. elegant suiting …in classic style
a. Always in style...our grey flannel suiting is in a Super 120s Italian woven mid-grey mélange flannel that is both elegant and comfortable. The classic silhouette has a natural shoulder, twobutton stance, a trim bluff edge lapel, double pipe and flap lower pockets, side vents and forward pleat pants. (Plain front trousers upon request.) Available in our full size range. Suit, 598S…$1,865. b. These handsome neckties feature narrow even double stripes on silk ground: A-fire with sky blue and white; B-denim blue with azalea and white; C-yellow with sky blue and white; D-sage with denim and white. Also available as to-be-tied bows by adding a B before the four-in-hand tie code. Each tie, W525…$165. Each bowtie, BW525…$108. c. We think our Italian woven 2-ply cotton twill white striped blue ground shirt with a cutaway collar and button cuffs is a perfect accompaniment to the grey flannel suit – or for any solid suit or blazer. Shirt, 520…$265. Above: This elongated handgrade Crockett & Jones oxford with a ram’s horn medallion and oak bark soles is one of our most elegant shoes. Made exclusively for us in a stunning shade of antique tan which will enhance with age if regularly polished and cared for. Shoe, 9411…$1,130. 1-800-221-4671 | 23 22 | www.bensilver.com a b b c The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit …is always in style
1-800-221-4671 | 25 the essential new navy suit …always in style a. Everyone needs a perfect blue suit for each season, and we propose our new navy shade, in a Super 120s elegant gabardine, as just the ticket. The handsome color makes a statement of elegance, especially with the subtle pick stitched lapels, and the fabric assures comfort throughout most of the year. The elegant two-button trim natural shoulder silhouette, cut with side vents, slim lapels, lower flap pockets and plain front trousers, (forward pleat upon request), is available in odd sizes 39–43 and even sizes 40–48, in either Regular or Long. Shown with our blue Bengal stripe Italian woven 2-ply 120s thread count cotton spread collar shirt. Our solid silk necktie in golden is an elegant and understated addition to your wardrobe. For the pocket, we suggest our linen and cotton white pocket square with a blue and navy corner check motif. We propose our rare pale whiskey cordovan semibrogue cap toe oxford shoe from Crockett & Jones, and a complementary tan leather belt with a brass buckle. We feature our elegant round wire eyeglass frame in gold tone, the classic “panto” shape with a saddle bridge. Suit, 608S…$1,465. Shirt, 875…$265. Tie, W505-D…$165. Pocket square, SGP1…$85. Shoes, 9427C…$1,295. Belt, 9942-D…$185. Eyewear, LFAR-A…$525. b. Elegant solid silk neckwear, our Signature ties, in five wonderful hues: A-pewter; B-French blue; C-rose; D-golden; E-teal. Each tie, W505…$165. c. Classic frames from Lafont of Paris combine the old world “Panto” shape with new world technology. Struck in lightweight titanium, the frames are 24 KT plated in either A-yellow gold or B-white gold. Each frame, LFAR…$525. 24 | www.bensilver.com a b c At left: 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. Choose from top: 218-white ground with thin blue stripe or 219-light blue grid on white. Each shirt…$245.
Shoe Size Sock Size 9-9.5 11 10-10.5 11.5 11-11.5 12-12.5 12 13 119–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 pure cotton ribbed socks …above the calf length 26 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 27 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 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
1-800-221-4671 | 29 a. Our classic pleated tuxedo shirts with deep turn down collar, full pleated front, and French cuffs, and removable buttons. Shown clockwise from top left: 503-pink; 500-white; 502-blue. Shown with our navy silk faille bow tie. Each shirt…$285. Bow tie, BFS-B…$108. b. Italian woven silk faille cummerbunds and bow ties in: A-black; B-navy; C-claret. Each set, KFS…$253. c. This black patent pump is from Crockett & Jones of England, and is available in sizes 8.5–12. The black patent pump, 9217…$725. Featured here is our center vent single button grosgrain notched collar tuxedo with plain front trousers. Cut from the very finest Super 150s Italian woven wool, with a silky hand, guaranteed to feel comfortable and drape elegantly: the trousers have side braids in grosgrain to match the fabric on the lapel of the jacket. Tuxedo, 801S…$1,690. a b c Stepping Out …sophisticated style Shown here: Three tuxedo options in the very finest Super 150s Italian woven wool, with a silky hand, guaranteed to feel comfortable and drape elegantly: the trousers for each jacket have side braids in either grosgrain or satin, to match the fabric on the lapel of the jacket. Shown left to right: 800S-side vent single button grosgrain peaked lapel tuxedo, plain front trousers; 801S-center vent single button grosgrain notched collar tuxedo, plain front trousers; 802S-center vent single button satin shawl collar tuxedo, forward pleat trousers. Available in sizes 39–48, Regular and Long, with odd sizes through 45. Each tuxedo suit…$1,690. 28 | www.bensilver.com
a. Our classic British tan raincoat is thoughtfully designed to offer versatility, comfort, and enduring style. Crafted from a mid-weight cotton, it provides the perfect balance for yearround wear, complemented by a removable “warmer” interior ready for the most demanding weather. The cotton coat is single-breasted, with a raglan sleeve, placket front, horn buttons, and comes with a button-in 100% wool removable tan “warmer”, adding to the coat’s all year wearability. Some of the traditional details shown here, including handsome interior “buggy” check lining, add character to the overall simplicity of the styling. Available in even sizes 38–50, and odd size 41. Made in England expressly for Ben Silver. Classic English raincoat, CRA…$1,450. the classic English raincoat …& accessories b. Four tartan umbrellas from Fox Umbrellas, with chestnut handles and a 27" golf style famous “Fox frame”. Quick wicking fabric, easy roll up and tie, and sturdy polished ferrule. Perfect for the golfer in the family, at bottom left to right: A-Black Watch; D-Dress Gordon; E-Stewart. On top, C-Buchanan. Fox Tartan Umbrellas, FXTU…$265. c. Our classic slim black umbrellas, made exclusively for us, are from renowned Fox of England, built on a 25" “Fox frame”, with unique handles and shafts. Shown at top: Choice Stout Whanghee handle umbrella, built on a wooden shaft, and richly scorched, FX-GS7…$495. Below, from top to bottom: One piece shaft and handle scorched maple umbrella, FX-RS5…$515. One piece shaft and handle cherry wood umbrella, FX-RS7…$535. Malacca handle packable umbrella, also built on a wooden shaft, with a handle and ferrule that unscrew, but remain attached on a brass chain, FX-GS4…$525. Each umbrella slips into a companion black polyester cover. 1-800-221-4671 | 31 30 | www.bensilver.com b a c
Timeless in every season, our cashmere crewneck plain weave sweaters are the perfect example of clothing that transitions from one season to another. These handsome cashmere sweaters, knitted for us exclusively in Scotland, will be ready at hand from fall and winter through spring and cool summer evenings. Available this season in four wonderful hues shown from top to bottom: A-celadon; B-dove; C-hibiscus; D-sky mist. In sizes M–XXL. Our featured shirt is a Swiss woven blue and white glen plaid cutaway shirt in extremely high thread count 2-ply cotton. Sweaters, HW158…$715. Shirt, 3404…$345. 33 | www.bensilver.com 32 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 33 finest Scottish cashmere crewnecks …featherweight & luxurious
1-800-221-4671 | 35 These handsome Scottish knit sweaters are lighter weight, and feel like a slipper rather than a shoe! Enjoy them especially under a jacket, when you want the warmth of cashmere and the weight of cotton; or on their own as a weekend favorite. Available in sizes M–XXL. In three striking colors, shown left to right: A-powder; B-cloud; C-marsh. Each sweater, HW157…$545. Shown with three of our 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 here left to right: 4429-white and blue mid-size grid; 4430-blue ground with white check; 4428-white and blue small grid. Each shirt…$325. lightweight cashmere …practical & luxurious 34 | www.bensilver.com
a. Our selection of crewneck cotton sweaters for this season offers two easy-to-wear shades to enjoy throughout your leisure days. Shown left to right: A-glacier with yellow oxford button down shirt, 113; B-rose with blue oxford button down, 111. Each sweater, KCS18…$225. Each shirt…$235. b. Our Charleston Britches are cut from either an autumn weight or a summer 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. They are guaranteed to be “go-to” pants for weekend comfort. Available in either forward pleat, or plain front. Cut, as all of our trousers, in the full range of sizes. Charleston Britches, summer weight, forward pleat, HBBF or summer weight, plain front, HBBP…$245. Charleston Britches, autumn weight, forward pleat, HWBF; or autumn weight, plain front, HWBP…$245. Belt, S683-I...$85. a a b the perfect cotton crewneck …practical & comfortable style 36 | www.bensilver.com
1-800-221-4671 | 39 a b 38 | www.bensilver.com a. We are happy to offer our Pima cotton half-zip sweaters in the same cut as our popular cashmere half-zip sweaters. Whether you call them half or quarter zip, they are superb additions to your essential wardrobe. The same collar, zipper and pull as on our cashmere sweater, because we would not compromise for anything less. These sweaters will be comfortable for the most casual moments. Washable, easily cared for, they will be basics in your weekend wardrobe throughout the year. Shown with our wonderful yellow with blue check button down shirt. Available in four colors: A-sky blue; B-coral; C-sun; D-clover. Sizes M–XXL. Each sweater, PSC1…$245. b. Three traditional check button down shirts, each with light blue as one of two colors, and the second color an appealing contrast: 3102-pink; 3100-mid-blue; 3101-yellow. Sized as dress shirts, as befits the fine Italian woven cotton. Each shirt…$245. Above: From Crockett & Jones of England, “The Cavendish” is our exclusive tassel loafer in tan burnished calf leather. Featuring Goodyear-welted construction and single leather soles. The Cavendish Tassel Loafer in Tan, 9376…$930. the versatile half-zip sweater …in the finest Pima cotton
Our own poplin zippered jacket 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 zippered jacket, IG9...$525. Our classic poplin zippered jacket …all year comfort & style 1-800-221-4671 | 41 40 | www.bensilver.com
Shown front to back: D: amber B: crystal I: pinkie C: dark tortoise 1-800-221-4671 | 43 Above: Our knit polo, made to our own specifications, is the best you can buy. The fabric is in the highest quality cotton pique weave; the sizing is generous but properly scaled; the shape is classically proportioned; the banded sleeve is the right length and width; the ribbed collar is casual, but wide enough to lie properly under a sport coat; the buttons and the button placket are refined; and the bottom is properly finished with a side gusset. With Charleston in mind, we have embroidered the graceful sub-tropical Palmetto on each shirt. A full range of colors is available in our classic short sleeve polo shirt — perfect all year round! From top to bottom: E-lagoon; D-coral; C-sea green; G-flamingo; H-custard; J-Eton blue; A-white; F-lilac. The Charleston Polo, BSPS...$89. Opposite page: We offer each of the Pantheon frames from Lafont of Paris with 100% UV protected lenses, in the traditional colors: A-black (not pictured); B-crystal; C-dark tortoise; D-amber; E-Oxford tortoise (shown on page 13); F-demi-blond (shown on page 49); I-pinkie. Each pair of Pantheon sunglasses, LFS…$465. 42 | www.bensilver.com Weekend style …vibrant color & comfort
a. Our classic polo shirts, always offered in a plethora of brilliant colors, are also yours to enjoy in wonderful pastel shades. The fabric is in the highest quality cotton pique weave; the sizing is generous but properly scaled; the shape is classically proportioned; the banded sleeve is the right length and width; the ribbed collar is casual, but wide enough to lie properly under a sport coat; the buttons and the button placket are refined; and the bottom is properly finished with a side gusset. Like the brighter hues of the same style, each is embroidered with the graceful sub-tropical Palmetto. Shown from top to bottom: E-shell; D-sky; C-sun; A-lavender; B-mint. Each polo shirt, BSPS2…$89. b. Our clip-on sunglasses with UV protected lenses are designed to fit the Pantheon frame perfectly. Available in five sizes: S-small, 46 mm; I-intermediate, 48 mm; M-medium, 50 mm; ML-medium/large, 52 mm; L-large, 54 mm. Each pair of clip-on sunglasses, CLIP…$165. 1-800-221-4671 | 45 44 | www.bensilver.com a b b our perfect polo shirt …in pastel hues
our Charleston Blues …the best jeans you will enjoy! Our jeans continue to be a customer favorite! 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 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. At left: Our pique cotton polos pair handsomely with our jeans. Comfort, color and style will be yours in this practical combination. We show our flamingo polo and our seagreen polo with our Charleston Blues, and suggest our basketweave leather belt. Add a pair of classically styled sunglasses and you are ready for the weekend. The Charleston Polo, BSPS...$89. “Charleston Blues”, AGJ…$225. Basketweave leather belt, 9944…$235. Sunglasses, BS354-A…$405. 46 | www.bensilver.com
a b a. This handsome document case is made in Italy exclusively for Ben Silver in a rich chestnut colored calfskin leather. Special details include a handsome fishtail top handle that slides flat when not in use, a removable adjustable shoulder strap, a prominent lock, and two exterior compartments. The interior features an open folder, side zippered compartment and a cell phone pocket. Dimensions: 11¾" tall, 15¾" wide, and 2¾" deep. Document case, BSCD…$650. b. We are proud to offer dopp kits from the oldest manufacturer of fine leather goods and personal travel accessories in Germany – F. Hammann, a family business since 1864, and owned by the 5th generation of the family. These meticulously handcrafted goods are known for their environmentally tanned fullgrain leathers, their beauty and durability, as well as the attention to detail. We offer two sizes in the classic dopp kit, in two handsome leathers. The larger zippered kit, 30 x 13 x 16 cm, in soft, naturally dyed calfskin, with an integrated steel bracket which can remain open and allow comfortable filling. Fully lined with cleanable textile leather and a separate removable pouch, and interior side pockets. The smaller kit, 26 x 13 x 14 cm, in whiskey tanned cowhide has two interior pockets. Large dopp kit, FHLW…$300. Smaller dopp kit, FHFW…$275. At left: Our rich dark tan Italian leather calfskin messenger bag, with comfortable leather shoulder strap, is as practical as it is handsome. The interior features a small zippered pocket as well as three divided compartments, which comfortably holds documents, a laptop, and other electronics. Handmade exclusively for Ben Silver in Tuscany by a 60 year old family owned company. Dimensions: 11½" tall, 15½" wide, and 3½" deep. Messenger bag, BSMB…$585. Below: We are delighted to offer a flap top leather travel case, in vegetable tanned cowhide leather, with a micro-suede interior lining and a hidden magnetic snap closure. This case is ideal for travel, and perfect for a 14" MacBook Pro. Dimension: 133/₈ " x 9". Leather travel case, ALC…$335. fine leather goods ...timeless & elegant Above: Our exotic leather eyeglass cases are shown here in caramel crocodile, MAGE; and chocolate crocodile, MAGO; also available in black crocodile, MAGB; fine ostrich, MAGK. Crocodile eyeglass case…$325. Ostrich eyeglass case, MAGK…$225. Sunglasses, LFS-F…$465. Above: A selection of fine leather eyeglass cases sized generously to protect without bending, 6 ½" x 3 ½". Shown top to bottom: B-tan; D-chocolate; C-black; A-cherry. Each leather case, MAGP…$145. 48 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 49
Above: “The Charles” is our classic calfskin slipper with suede lining and soles. Sizes 7–12 with half sizes, as well as 13 and 14, in A-black or B-wine. The Charles calfskin slippers, DSLP…$160. “The Edward” is our backless non-slip slipper; available in A-wine, and B-black. Sizes 7–13, whole sizes only. The Edward non-slip slippers, DSED…$165. “The Henry” 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. Sizes 7–12 in whole and half sizes, as well as sizes 13 and 14. The Henry slippers…$170. Opposite page: Our classic Bengal stripe pajamas are cut from the finest Italian woven 2-ply 120s cotton with a camp collar, French front, breast pocket, elastic waistband, button-fly, and convenient loop at the interior collar for hanging. We are pleased to add a complementary solid blue pajama with white piping to our handsome assortment. Available in sizes S–XXL. Shown clockwise, from top left: EPJJ-royal and white with red piping; GLPJ-blue with white piping; EPJP-sky and white with navy piping. Each pair of pajamas…$305. THE CHARLES CALFSKIN SLIPPERS THE EDWARD NON-SLIP SLIPPERS THE HENRY SLIPPERS 1-800-221-4671 | 51 50 | www.bensilver.com cozy at home ...in luxury fabrics
The Ben Silver Corporation 149 King Street Charleston, SC 29401 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEN SILVER CORPORATION STAY CONNECTED WITH US @BENSILVERCOLLECTION We offer our exclusive semi-rounded Lafont eyeglass frame in our exclusive demi-blond, faux tortoise shell, in five lens sizes. Made exclusively for us in France. Each frame, LFF...$355. Scan to Shop our full collection Collection of classic eyewear …including our iconic demi-blond tortoise frames CALL: 1-800-221-4671 CLICK: WWW.BENSILVER.COM
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