GQ Style is your ultimate go-to for everything fashion, culture, and creativity. From the pulse of South African style to the global trends shaping the world, it's packed with features that celebrate the boldest, most innovative voices in fashion and beyond. Whether you're into high-end looks or street style, this issue delivers the coolest takes on what's hot, what's next, and who’s shaping the scene—locally and globally. Get in, get inspired, and stay ahead of the game.
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GQ Style South Africa
TIMELESS AMERICAN COOL • Rediscover style with the iconic touch of Tommy Hilfiger.
STYLE, POWER, PRESTIGE • GQ’s Best Dressed 2024 celebrated a new class of style icons redefining fashion with confidence and flair. These portraits capture some of the winners and attendees at their most striking
BORN READY:THE VISION BEHIND JACK DANIEL’S & COCA-COLA • TWO OF THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC BRANDS HAVE JOINED TO PRODUCE THE PERFECT MATCH
NATASHA CHETTY • COCA-COLA AFRICA SENIOR MARKETING DIRECTOR FOR EMERGING CATEGORIES AFRICA
FRANSCOE BOUWER • COCA-COLA AFRICA FRONTLINE MARKETING SENIOR DIRECTOR SOUTH AFRICA
BOLD MOVES, BIG WINS • These ten rising stars are redefining what it means to be “born ready”. As part of the Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola ‘Born Ready’ campaign, these influencers embody the bold spirit of this exciting new collab, each proving what it means to be fearless and ready for anything
BAFANA MTHEMBU
RARRI RADIO
MORDECAI NGUBANE
CWENGA HLANJWA
ZAMA MARUBELELA
REFILWE MATABANE FIF_LAAA
PHOLOSO TOSS OFTEN
CHLOE ANDREA WELGEMOED
LESEDI MOTHOAGE
DJ DOO WAP
KEABRUH
PONAHALO MOJAPELO
THE AFRO CARIBBEAN KING • STONEBWOY TALKS ABOUT SPIRITUALITY AND CHANNELLING AFRICAN PRIDE IN HIS MUSIC
It’s time to party! • In August, GQ celebrated its 25th anniversary with an evening filled with good music, amazing food and even better company
creatives on our rader • FROM ILLUSTRATORS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS TO FASHION DESIGNERS AND FILMMAKERS, WE SPOTLIGHT THE VISIONARIES MAKING SIGNIFICANT STRIDES IN THEIR FIELD
Amka Tonia
Farai Engelbrecht
Sonia Tona
Buyi Msithini
Kabambi Mbiola
Samkelo Boyde Xaba
Lungstar Mkhwanazi
Daniel Durojaiye
Tebogo Malcolm Mokgope
Junior Mmotla
Mai Atafo
Denilson Maina
Masonwabe Ntloko
Mzukisi Mbane
Samson Ajibade
Thato Nzimande
Jr Ecko
Sikelelwa Vuyeleni
Bravo Le Roux
Siphosihle Masango
Robyn Agulhas
Elidio Macamo
Scoop Makhathini: from Gqeberha to GQ Fashion Icon • Through true authenticity, he has built a name as a local style icon and media heavyweight — and he’s rooting for the underdogs
THE CULTURE OF FASHION IN SOUTH AFRICA • LOCAL FASHION IS BUILDING ITS OWN LANE
Introducing Florent Baronian and Baron Studio • A fusion of heritage and modern elegance
AVENUES OF STYLE • THE LOOKS THAT LIVENED THE STREETS OF MILAN AND PARIS FASHION WEEK
25 BEST FASHION STORES IN SOUTH AFRICA • Whether you go for the pants, to sip matcha or soak up some rarefiedambience, these local stores are worth the visit
THE NEW AGE BRENDA FASSIE • SHE’S NO WANNABE. SHE’S MOOZLIE, BRINGING IN A WAVE OF INSPIRATION
Travel & eatery guide • It’s the end of the year, which means we’re on the lookout for the perfect places to enjoy some R&R. This is our roundup of hotels and restaurants we’re dying to visit (again)
Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa: Your Urban Retreat in Historic Cape...