Familiar yet unfamiliar. And beautiful. The moment Stray Kids’ Lino and the 27-year-old Minho freely coexist.

Stray Kids’ Lino and the 27-year-old Minho share a moment of free coexistence on the cover shoot, with Lino posing as Gucci’s global ambassador for the shoot. The shirt and the stirrup-motif ‘Gucci Starfa’ necklace are Gucci. The double-breasted jacket, trousers, earrings, the bench-placed Gucci Savoy duffle bag, and the bag-ornament Gucci Vestis Snuggly keyring are all Gucci. The magazine notes that Stray Kids’ Lino and the 27-year-old Minho have once again topped the Billboard 200 with their new album CEREMONY. “Fact is, I don’t feel it fully yet. First place isn’t something we could achieve by ourselves,” Lino says, adding that they are grateful for the fans whose support has grown so much. “We wake up in the morning with the same feeling, right? I don’t want to get up, but I have to.” Shooting the cover, he adds, “Gucci! Cover! We had to go!” Lino reflects on what it means to be the face of a brand with a long history in Korea, and says: “Being chosen is something I’m grateful for, and I want to take care of myself and present a polished image.” He recalls the memory of buying his first luxury ring, a Gucci piece, when he was younger. “Even though I’m now a principal figure on stage, I want to perform in front of even bigger crowds someday,” he explains, noting that the dream for him is not a single milestone but continuous growth. He stresses that his drive comes from enjoying what he does: “For me, the joy of performing is the main engine.” The interview underscores his belief that growth happens in steps and that he has learned a lot from touring. He also emphasizes his desire to elevate his inner value, not just his outward appearance, mentioning a diet bet with friends and the aim to become a more mature, capable person. “I must come first, but I’m also a part of something larger,” he states, describing how he balances his identity with the group. He also speaks about boundaries, suggesting that interactions vary with the person and that he keeps his words within what he can responsibly say. When asked about making new friends, he replies that he’s surrounded by teammates and friends, and that’s enough for him. He stresses a resolute mindset: “If I don’t succeed after three tries, I’ll let it go.” Prices for the featured looks are not disclosed.