If you were just thinking it was about time you met some fresh new male faces, then boy, is it your lucky day. We had the honour of hanging with Maui, Aidan, Michael, Eddie and Keenan in Sydney recently, and now you get the pleasure of getting to know them better, too. What a great day for humankind!
Things got pretty fleeky pretty fast on the day. Gucci, Prada, Bally, Zegna and Dior Men all got a look in, alongside local brands Wynn Hamlyn and Bassike. In between capturing the magic of cool boys dressed in cute threads, we asked them some very high brow questions, like what their Google search history looks like and what ice-cream flavour they deem to be the best in the world.
Take it away, boys!
Gucci hat, Mr P. coat, Keenan's own jewellery
Name: Keenan Gyamfi
Nickname(s): King K
Age: 20
Star sign: Cancer
Where are you from and where do you live now?
I’m from Essex and live in a small place called Southend.
Where would you take someone visiting your hometown for the first time?
Where would I take someone? Straight back out of it—50 miles in the other direction. Or, to my favourite little cafe.
Go-to ice cream flavour?
Mint choc chip, aka the elite ice cream.
Can you tell us a joke?
I hate people that take drugs. The police are the worst.
Coolest thing you’ve learned recently?
If you run at a wall you get more hurt than the wall.
In your opinion what is the best meal on Earth?
Burgers. I love a mean burger, even if it makes me feel real ill afterwards.
What is your idea of Utopia?
A world with balance. One that’s similar to now, but where everything is shared and equal, and where we all show understanding and love for one another.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Director, model, stylist, designer, actor, DJ, producer. So, everything really.
Words to live by: Eagles don’t walk amongst chickens.
Dior Men shirt and shorts, Aidan's own necklace
Name: Aidan Ouma
Nickname(s): Muggy/Negro Amigo/Migs
Age: 22
Star sign: Pisces
Where are you from and where do you live now?
I am from Sydney and still live here now.
Where would you take someone visiting your hometown for the first time?
If it was summer, then I’d take them to a secret beach, otherwise to some good food joints.
Go-to ice cream flavour?
Some raspberry sorbet that I tried in Germany. That shit was chronic.
What’s the last thing you Googled?
Flip a coin.
In your opinion what is the best meal on Earth?
Baked Provolone with honey, oregano, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic oil and garlic bread from Kino’s in Barcelona.
What is your idea of Utopia?
A world of balance, endless spots to skate and knowing people everywhere have the opportunity to live a fulfilled and healthy life.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Happy.
Words to live by:
Not everything you want will be everything you need.
Everlane jumper, Bassike shirt (worn under), Gucci pants, Ermenegildo Zegna hat, Veja sneakers
Name: Michael
Age: 21
Star sign: Cancer
Where are you from and where do you live now?
Canberra.
Where would you take someone visiting your hometown for the first time?
Tak Kee Roast Inn and Bar Rochford.
Go-to ice cream flavour?
Chocolate.
Coolest thing you’ve learned recently?
That @hotnoodlecoldwine has the best food and wine recommendations on Instagram.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A multifaceted artist.
Words to live by: Work hard.
Prada jacket, shirt and shorts
Name: Maui Tatam
Age: 18
Star sign: Gemini
Where are you from and where do you live now?
I'm from the Cook Islands, Rarotonga and I now live in Newtown, Sydney.
Where would you take someone visiting your hometown for the first time?
To my favorite beaches and hidden waterfalls around the island.
Go-to ice cream flavour?
Cookies and cream.
Coolest thing you’ve learned recently?
How to properly surf and make cocktails.
In your opinion what is the best meal on Earth?
Steak and chips with mushroom sauce.
What is your idea of Utopia?
A safe place with peace and happiness.
Words to live by: “Love the life you live, live the life you love.” Uncle Bob (Marley)
Name: Eddie
Nickname(s): Ed, Eddy
Age: 18
Star sign: Scorpio
Where are you from and where do you live now?
I’ve lived in Sydney my whole life.
Where would you take someone visiting your hometown for the first time?
The Royal National Park.
Go-to ice cream flavour?
Cookies and cream.
What’s the last thing you Googled?
Halo.
Coolest thing you’ve learned recently?
How to count cards.
In your opinion what is the best meal on Earth?
A good burrito.
What is your idea of Utopia?
A place where karma actually exists.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A MFing hustler.
Words to live by:
Money comes and goes, don’t hoard it.
Feature: Madeleine Woon Photos: Alex Johnstone Fashion: Chloe Hill Assistant: Lachlan McGregor
Maui, Aidan, Michael, Eddie and Keenan are represented by Kult
Shot on location in Sydney, Australia