In his role as editor-in-chief of Esquire Teo van den Broeke champions queer narratives and has helped reposition the magazine around the idea of “Better Men”, challenging traditional ideas of masculinity.
Teo’s groundbreaking first covers – featuring queer icons Jonathan Bailey and Colman Domingo – alongside the inaugural Better Men dinner in 2025 spotlighting prominent queer figures, have helped reshape perceptions within a traditionally white, straight and masculine space.
For 2026 Teo expanded the Better Men project, introducing the Better Men honours, a special awards ceremony which set out to celebrate a more positive form of masculinity and provide male role models for British men and boys.
In 2023, Teo published The Closet with HarperCollins, a memoir exploring Teo’s journey of coming out and self-acceptance through the lens of clothing, aimed at supporting others navigating similar experiences.
By openly sharing personal experiences and identity, Teo provides visible representation for queer individuals and demonstrates the importance of authenticity and success, helping to foster greater inclusion across media and fashion.
