GQ South Africa Magazine - December 2023 - January 2024

In this issue

youngstaCPT – fearless, prolific and repping the culture.

Dos and Don’ts of fashion trends right now

Taste Makers

The Marble Group the team behind three of Johannesburg’s top restaurants, Marble, Saint and Zioux take us on an urban adventure in dining

2 mins

CURATED SUMMER ESSENTIALS

Our Fashion Director Luke Diva shares his summer checklist, from refreshing cocktails to trendy wardrobe items

1 min

An audience with a master perfumer

Francis Kurkdjian, French perfumer and artistic director of Maison Francis Kurkdjian, shares the sources of inspiration and discoveries on his journey into the world of luxury fragrances

5 mins

10 Perfect Summer Fragrances

Whether you're heading to a beach party, a rooftop bar, or just a casual day out, here's a curated list of scents ideal for those hot summer months

1 min

The Italian Stallions

Named after breathtaking Italian mountain pass roads Alfa's SUVs are not only but lots of fun to drive. GQ motoring ed Dieter Losskarn took the Tonale across South African mountain passes, and the Stelvio to De Hoop Nature Reserve attractive to look at, some spectacular

2 mins

BUSINESS CLASS TRAVEL

YOU'D EXPECT NOTHING ELSE BUT COMFORT AND LUXURY FROM A RANGE ROVER OR LEXUS. A HYUNDAI NOT SO MUCH. SO WOULD THE STYLISH PALISADE PROVE A SURPRISE? OUR MOTORING ED DIETER LOSSKARN WAS KEEN TO FIND OUT...

2 mins

Mastering your money: Financial resolutions for the new year

Setting smart goals and resolutions for 2024 can help you achieve greater financial stability, reduce stress, and work towards the future you envision

7 mins

The man who doesn't play by the rule book

CEO of Red Rocket, Matteo Brambilla is aman onamission to improve big energy

4 mins

A man of many talents

Fhatuwani Mukheli is a true trailblazer, carving a unique path in his multifaceted career. His journey is captivating story, always evolving and filled with surprises

1 min

YoungstaCPT

AS ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S MOST INFLUENTIAL FIGURES IN SA HIP-HOP, RIYADH ROBERTS IS PRAISED FOR HIS MASTERFUL LYRICISM AND THE REPRESENTATION OF HIS COMMUNITY.

10+ mins

THE POWER OF MUSIC & BROTHERHOOD

The merging of powerhouse artists Sjava and Big Zula has given rise to a new era of creativity forming Inkabi Zezwe, an even more formidable force in the world of music

10+ mins

58 Do's and Dont's for Getting Dressed Right Now

Is it ever OK to repeat outfits? Should your socks match your shoes? Are Henleys cool? GQ staffers weigh in on all the most pressing style questions of the day

3 mins

A NEW field of DREAMS

From scoring goals to scaling the heights of the business world, South African football legend Teko Modise, known for his style on the field, as well as his fashion forwardness off it, continues to move with elegance as one of the ambassadors for the Huawei Watch GT 4.

9 mins

MASTER OF MELODY INSIDE THE MUSICAL MIND MANDISI DYANTYIS

The multi-talented musician is renowned for his skills as a vocalist, trumpeter, and composer with a remarkable range, soulful music and captivating storytelling abilities

10+ mins

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GQ South Africa Magazine Description:

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.