issue 31 / winter 2013
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We’re flirting with the fine points of fashion this winter. Look closely... Photos: Andy Lund H&M: Natasha Rees-Davies Models: Chloe and Luc (Boss Models)
Chloe: House of Marley Stir it Up Mic Harvest headphones, (R999 @ Musica); Religion crown earrings, (R299); Muubaa leather jacket, (R6 399.95); Religion@Stuttafords oversized t-shirt, (R599) Luc: Police sunglasses, (R1 690); Diesel sweater, (R2 299) twenty five
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Opposite page: Luc: Old Khaki Hanson leather jacket, (R2 499); Old Khaki Keaton jeans, (R599); Diesel Little Daddy watch, (R4 699) Chloe: Religion knit torn dress, (R1 399); Accessorize lace gloves (R229)
THIS PAGE: Luc: Havaianas Urbis in black/white, (R599); Diesel Krooley jeans, (R3 599) Chloe: Old Khaki Wilma two-tone jeans, (R350); boots model’s own twenty seven
THIS PAGE: Luc: Diesel T-shirt, (R799); Chloe: Superdry pink sweater dress, (R1 149.99); Marc by Marc Jacobs watch, (R3 299); Accessorize alice band, (R189) OPPOSITE PAGE: Luc: Thomas Pink Steve Stripe men’s white shirt, (R1 550); Thomas Pink bulldog cufflinks, (R1 695) Chloe: Accessorize panties, (R139)
Stockist details: Musica: 0860 254 257 Diesel: 011 630 4000 Havaianas: 021 511 1182 Religion: 071 139 5795 Muubaa: 011 482 7528 Superdry: 011 784 0496/ 011 706 4394 Police: 041 506 5800 Thomas Pink: 011 325 4098 Old Khaki: 08600 34000 Accessorize: 021 447 7718 Watches (Diesel and Marc Jacobs): 021 418 0045
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BRUNO, 35, MODEL What makes you special? Being true to myself. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? Body language. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? A black panther tattoo on my back, which a friend helped me choose. Who has the most unique individual style? My girlfriend. She has a very eccentric, unique style. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? I don’t judge what other people wear, as long as it suits them.
(yo)unique! NICHOLAS, 30, STUDENT What makes you special? Everything. I’m dynamic, exciting, fun and romantic. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? Their smile, if they give it. You can see if someone’s inviting or engaging through their smile. Smiles pull you in. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? No, I’m bulletproof. Who has the most unique individual style? Justin Timberlake. It always changes, but I think the main thing is his confidence. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? Bicycles. I hate bicycles. Sweaty cyclists are just not cool.
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EDSON, 27, BARISTA What makes you special? I’m a unique human being. No one is like me. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? Their vibe; the air they exude. I’m also attracted to eyes. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? A scar on my knee. I fell off my bike when I was still learning to ride. Who has the most unique individual style? John Cusack. He’s like a teacher and a business man all in one. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? Revealing clothes. It’s like naked is the new thing.
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CHANTELLE, 23, STUDENT What makes you special? I don’t care what people think about me. I say what I think. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? I’m very judgmental, so I notice from head to toe, hair to clothes. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? I have a tattoo on my wrist, to honour my godmother who passed away; and one behind my ear. My friends and I decided one lunch to get tattoos, so we got the symbols for earth, water and air. Who has the most unique individual style? Lady Gaga. She’s crazy. I would never dress like that, but she’s outrageous and she doesn’t care.
ROBERT, 28, ENTREPRENEUR What makes you special? I enjoy learning new things and I’ll take on any challenge. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? I look at the way people dress. It portrays on the outside what’s happening on the inside. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? I have a little scar between my fingers from playing in a wooden maze when I was young. A nail which was sticking out cut me. Who has the most unique individual style? David Beckham. He dresses well and is always groomed. He even looks good on the field. ILHAAM, 30, MOTHER AND FOREX TRADER What makes you special? My passion for what is important to me. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? Positive energy. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? Scars are personal and I don’t have any tattoos. Who has the most unique individual style? My husband. It’s how he carries himself, his disposition and his majesty. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? Half-shaven heads on women. It detracts from their femininity.
ABDULFATAH, 29, FINANCIAL ADVISOR What makes you special? I live by respect. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? Positive energy and wisdom. That’s what attracted me to my wife. Not many are wise in their decision-making. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? All the scars are in my heart. Who has the most unique individual style? My Shaykh. He’s 86 and is still active. He smokes cigars and has a deep political understanding and informed opinions.
MJ, 35, WORKS IN FILM INDUSTRY What makes you special? I’m not any more special than anyone else. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? The way people dress and if they are well put together. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? I’ve got a scar on my chin, but I don’t remember how it happened. I keep getting new ones falling on the mountain. Who has the most unique individual style? I’ve seen quite a few hobos with great style. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? Trends aren’t useful. I dislike that cookie-cutter style. None of them mean anything. thirty four
MATTHEW, 36, TV PRODUCER, WITH KEITU, 4 What makes you special? Keitu makes me special. What’s the first thing you notice about other people? I notice whether they’re friendly or not. Do you have any tattoos or badass scars? I have an embarrassing tattoo, but I can’t tell you what it is. I was drunk in Hong Kong. Who has the most unique individual style? My wife, Lauren Beukes. She’s not scared to be crazy. What popular trend do you think we’d be better off without? Treating children like adults and dressing little girls in high heels.
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