BLUF is one of the most well known leather clubs in the world. For many people, even if they don't quite know we're a club you can join, the word BLUF is shorthand for full leather. The club is an association for lovers of leather uniform, and all you have to do to join is meet the requirements of our dresscode, and be at least eighteen years old. Membership is entirely free, and gives you access to our online community, via this website and our BLUF Navigator app for iPhone and Android.
We're much more than just a club on the internet, though. For many of our members, the most important thing about BLUF is not the connections they make online, but the BLUF events that take place around the world. In recent years, we've held over 150 events a year, with members getting together for bar and club nights, meals, Pride parades, cultural events and more. We've held events in North and South America, Europe, and Australia, and you can find BLUF members in over fifty countries around the world. Events are organised by BLUF members themselves, volunteering their time to help get people together, and wherever possible, there's no entry charge.
There's a wide range of BLUF members, with ages ranging from early twenties to seventies. We have members from many different backgrounds and cultures, with interests in different types of leather uniform - it's not just people in Langlitz and VK79, great though those outfits are. You really can meet our dresscode and qualify to join BLUF without breaking the bank - even with secondhand gear. Want to know more? Here are some of our members:
“My love of BLUF started about a year ago. Being young and black, I wasn’t sure if I was going to fit in with the men that have been in this community for years, When I joined, I was accepted with love and respect. I’m honored and proud to be a part of a brotherhood that brings men in leather together, forming friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime.”
Muir cap, Shirt, and Pants from LeatherWerks. Wristband, Gloves, Sam Browne Mr. S Leather. Tie from FM Leather Design.
One of the most important things about the club is that it's free, and we really do mean that. On the website and apps, everyone gets the same service. There are no limits on things like pictures, profile views or messages, based on whether or not you have paid. Instead, we aim to make BLUF good enough that our members want to support us, by making donations or buying merchandise. And in return for donations, you get rewards from some companies that are keen to support the leather community.
A BLUF Card is our reward for members that support the club by making donations. If you make a one-off donation of over £{$qualify} or the equivalent, then you are entitled to the BLUF White card.
Members who sign up to make regular donations to the club receive the BLUF Black card, which is sent in the post, along with a complimentary key tag.
To sign up, you'll need some photos of yourself in gear that meets our dresscode, and at least one of them needs to show your face. You'll also need another photo of your face, holding up a piece of paper with a number on it, which you'll receive after you apply - this helps us to make sure that the people who join BLUF are genuine, and not just using photos they found on the internet. So, check the dresscode, and get some great pictures - we have a list of photographers if you need help - and then go to our online application and start by entering your email address. We'll send you full instructions including the code you'll need for your photo.
A BLUF Card is our reward for members that support the club by making donations. If you make a one-off donation of over £10 or the equivalent, then you are entitled to the BLUF White card, which can be displayed in our apps, or printed out at home.
Members who sign up to make regular donations to the club receive the BLUF Black card, which is sent in the post, along with a complimentary key tag.
The table below shows the offers available to BLUF Card holders. There are also some offers available to all BLUF members, whether or not they have donated. You can find those, plus full details of all these offers, on the Member Offers page, or by clicking the Info link. Please check the details, as some items may be excluded, and vendors reserve the right to change their offers from time to time.
| Vendor | City | White card | Black card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spexter | Munich | 10% | 10% |
| Second Skin | - | ||
| Haus of Montagu | 10% | 10% | |
| MR. Riegillio | Amsterdam | 10% | 15% |
| Fort Troff | 10% | 10% | |
| Bike and Leather | Bopfingen | 10% | 15% |
| Underground | London | 15% | 20% |
| Fetish Freak | London | 10% | 10% |
| Regulation | London | 10% | 10% |
| Mister B | Amsterdam | 10% | |
| Mister B | Berlin | 10% | |
| Mister B | Antwerp | 10% | |
| Boxer | 5% | 5% | |
| Montera Leathers | Barcelona | 5% | 5% |
| Troy Anicete Designs | New York | 10% | 20% |
| Clone Zone | 15% | 17.5% | |
| Embossy Boots | 10% | 15% | |
| Wilton Way Guest House | Ft Lauderdale | 5% | 10% |
| SM Apartments | Berlin | 10% | 10% |
| Play Room Apartment | Berlin | 5% | 10% |
| AlterEgo Photography | Manchester | 10% | 20% |
| Haus Mein Gott | 15% | 15% | |
| FStop74 | Pittsburgh | 10% | 20% |
| English Leathermaster Coaching | 5% | 1 hour free | |
| D81 Photos | 10% | 20% | |
| Matt Spike Photography | London | £60 | |
| Joshi | Manchester | £25 | £25 |
| Das Knup | Paris | 25% | |
| sk8agency | 15% | 20% | |
| Cuts and Curls Hairstyling | Amsterdam | 10% | 10% |
| De Bruin & Stacey | Venlo | 10% | 10% |
The BLUF Black card has a barcode on the back that can be scanned to check it's valid, or to share your contact details quickly with other people.
The BLUF White card is a virtual card, and can be displayed in our apps, or downloaded as a PDF to print at home..
