Photographer Benjamin Whitley – Fashion Editor Martin Metcalf – Model Lebo Malope at Models1 – Makeup Ruby Yu – Hair Masashi Konno – Interview by Marco Martello // Top SAMUEL SLATTERY – Trousers FERRAGAMO
Who was on the posters hanging on your bedroom walls growing up?
Well, growing up I didn’t have any posters on my bedroom walls, it’s always been very plain. It’s only now that I’ve started hanging portraits of my friends and family.
Are you into Astrology?
No, I’m not into astrology. I do know that I’m a Gemini, though.
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Have you always felt comfortable in your own skin?
Yes, I’ve always loved myself. I just had a little bit of insecurities about my sharp ears, but now I’m in love with them.
What’ve you learnt about yourself through modelling?
I’ve learnt to be self-confident. Now, I talk and socialise more.
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Do you have a signature scent?
Yes, I do have a signature scent, it’s cheap but smells amazing. It makes me think of vanilla and chocolate.
What’s one temptation you can’t resist?
I can’t resist food, especially cake and fries.
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If you were to write a message for your future self, What’d it be?
Make memories, fall in love with your life, appreciate everything and everyone that makes you happy, and always believe you can do it.
What’s your favourite song?
This one is tricky, because I have like a million favourite songs, but right now I have Janet Jackson’s ‘Got Till It’s Gone’ on repeat.
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