GQ South Africa

GQ South Africa is the first and last word on men’s style. With access to some of the world’s top photographers and writers, GQ offers professional men content that is entertaining and enlightening. Whether it’s fashion, tech, business, Hollywood or investigative journalism, GQ covers it all with intelligence and imagination. In this issue: An all-star issue featuring four cover stories: Fearless musician YoungstaCPT, legendary athlete Teko Modise, the excellent Mandisi Dyantyis and the star duo Inkabi Zezwe. + All the dos and don’ts of men's fashion right now!

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GQ South Africa

The Western Coast • Local fashion gun-slung on 35mm film to give you that outlaw energy and a look that says ‘take me where the wind goes’

Pharrell takes the helm • The world waits with bated breath for Pharrell Williams’ first collection as Men’s Creative Director for Louis Vuitton

CURATEDBACK TO EARTH • From hand-made to eco-friendly, natural fabrication and organic ingredients, to environmental and social commentary – this month we celebrate our loving relationship with mother nature and our continued commitment towards sustainability

WHAT’S INSIDE? • Ever wondered what your favourite skincare products contain? We unpack the ingredients and their benefits

You thought hair loss was bad? Beard loss is even worse • Facial hair thinning – or ‘alopecia barbae’ – can be as damaging to a guy’s confidence as baldness. And it’s not as uncommon as you’d think

Mobility is 2023’s Best Workout • It’s time to build a better foundation before you move faster or lift heavier

THE CELESTIAL BEING • Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr is poised to become one of the most iconic artists of her generation. Despite being at the dawn of her music career, she’s already collaborating with renowned international artists and owns a string of chart-topping hits

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WILD, WILD BEST • While Jaguar phases out internal combustion engines, Land Rover acts as the ‘eight-keeper’, celebrating those glorious V8 powerplants – now in two different versions. GQ motoring ed Dieter Losskarn tested both the Defender with a super-charged V8, as well as the twin-turbo V8 Range Rover

Proudly South African • Toyota’s Corolla Cross is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the market. And surprisingly affordable too, thanks to being made in Mzansi

Pack leader • With the third generation of their voguish X1, BMW is poised to steal sales from other premium competitors

Making a creative shift • Executing a creative shift in your career can be a fulfilling and exciting journey, but it can also be challenging – especially when it comes to making money

Nothing but good vibes • We chat to creative entrepreneur Jordan Epstein about the new era of digital marketing, creating meaningful experiences, and the future of the internet

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Party & Play • Celebration, sensuality and style.

CRUISE CONTROL • EXPLORING MODERN MASCULINE SENSUALITY IN FASHION THROUGH JUXTAPOSITIONS IN SOFT, HARD AND TAILORED ELEMENTS

ON THE ROMANCE OF BEING • Desire Marea speaks his truth

SECURE THE BAGGY • Out with the slim fit and in with the wide leg

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AFRICAN MUSIC: WHERE CULTURE, SOUNDS AND SYNTHS COLLIDE • FROM GROOVE TO GRIEF, MUSIC IS OUR LITTLE SAVING GRACE. We look to it to connect with our past, survive the present and have hope for the future. We spoke to three musicians whose music has offered us endless joy and inspiration.

Timeless Music • See what pursuing a distinct artistic path involves as we chat...