Red leather outfit CUFFEDBOYZCLUB; shoes Skepta Shox TL
GQ: Where does your name come from?
Young Stilo: It comes from the streets. People said I look like Stilo Magolide and they think we’re siblings.
GQ: Where did you grow up and where are you currently based?
YS: I was born and raised in South Africa, and I’m currently based in Hillbrow.
OPPOSITE PAGE All-black two-piece outfit Dickies Clothing & Accessories; shoes Jonathan D Africa; sunglasses Era by DJ Zinhle
GQ: Looking at your work, it seems like you’re an all-around creative. If you had to define your role, what would it be?
YS: I’m a photographer, creative director, content creator, model and fashion trendsetter.
GQ: When did you first discover photography?
YS: My love for it started when I was in high school. I’d take pictures with a phone and edit them using the PicsArt app. When my uncle gave me my first camera, I completely fell in love with photography.
GQ: Which photographers do you admire?
YS: The only photographer I look up to is David Lachapelle, whose work is unique. His creativity is out of this world.
GQ: Who or what have been your favourite subjects to shoot?
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