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The Journal · 10 articles

Haircut advice & style guides.

Practical haircut advice, style inspiration, and barbershop know-how—so you can feel confident before your next appointment.

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Start here · Maintenance · 2 min read

How Often Should You Get a Haircut? Finding the Right Schedule for Your Style

A haircut schedule should reflect your hairstyle, your goals, and how you prefer your hair to look between appointments. There is no single timeline that works for everyone.Read the piece
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    Choosing a Barber · 2 min read

    How to Tell If You’ve Found the Right Barber

    The right barber offers more than a haircut that looks good when you leave the shop. A strong barber relationship is built on clear communication, consistent results, and an understanding of your preferences.
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    Cuts & Styles · 2 min read

    Know Your Cuts: A Guide to Popular Men’s Haircuts

    Knowing the names of common haircuts can make your next appointment easier. However, a name alone rarely describes every detail.
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    Cuts & Styles · 1 min read

    Fade vs. Taper: What Should You Ask Your Barber For?

    Fade and taper are closely related terms, which is why they can create confusion during a haircut consultation.
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    Hair Culture · 2 min read

    The Worst Haircuts in History: A Look Back at Memorable Style Choices

    Every era produces hairstyles that are admired, debated, and eventually reconsidered. Some become lasting classics. Others remain closely associated with the moment when they were popular.
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    At the Shop · 2 min read

    Barbershop Etiquette: Simple Ways to Make Every Appointment Better

    A good barbershop experience depends on communication and mutual respect. You do not need an extensive knowledge of grooming terminology to be a considerate customer.
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    Hair Culture · 1 min read

    The Most Iconic Haircuts and Hairstyles in Sports

    An athlete’s appearance can become part of their public identity. In some cases, a hairstyle is recognizable before a jersey number or team logo comes into view.
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    At the Shop · 2 min read

    How to Ask Your Barber for the Haircut You Actually Want

    Getting the haircut you want begins with a clear conversation. You do not need to know every technical term, but you do need to explain what you like, what you want to change, and what you want to preserve.
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    Hair Culture · 2 min read

    Haircut Trends We Want Back, and Ones We Would Reconsider

    Hair trends often return with small but meaningful changes. A familiar shape can feel different when its proportions, texture, or finish are updated.
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    Maintenance · 2 min read

    Haircut Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

    Hair advice is easy to repeat, especially when it offers a simple solution. However, a familiar claim is not necessarily an accurate one.