Schalk is a Johannesburg-based stylist who frequently bounces between Johannesburg and Cape Town for work. Known for his unique fashion flair and ability to interpret briefs through his own signature style, he delivers visually striking results without ever overwhelming a client’s vision.
After studying Fashion and Journalism in Pretoria, Schalk began his career as a retail consultant, which led to visual merchandising roles for brands such as Diesel, Topshop, Spitz, and Scotch & Soda. Eight years later, he transitioned into fashion styling under the mentorship of renowned stylists Jess Lupton, Caroline Olivietta, and Riaan Hulley, honing his eye for detail and creative execution.
Throughout his career, Schalk has worked on a variety of projects, including magazine styling, stills, television, and campaign styling for brands like JET, Jabari, and Rage, as well as TV commercials for Scottish Leader, Standard Bank, Nedbank, and KFC. In 2017, he contributed to the styling team for How Do I Look South Africa, returning in 2018 for season 2 to style both contestants and hosts, Roxy Burger and Kat Sinivasan.
His client portfolio spans Rage, Jabari, Saxon Hotel, Danone, Lancewood, Castle Milkstout, Scottish Leader, AfriSam, Discovery, ASSUPOL, Absa, and RedBull, while his celebrity styling experience includes Roxy Burger, Kat Sinivasan, Shikana, AB de Villiers, and Anele Mdodo.
Schalk’s combination of editorial training, retail insight, and hands-on styling experience allows him to deliver creative, polished, and client-focused results across every project he undertakes.