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Library of Congress Control Number: 2017943619
ISBNs: 978-0-7624-6249-0 (hardcover), 978-0-7624-6250-6 (ebook)
CC062017
Publisher: Mark Searle
Editorial Director: Isheeta Mustafi
Commissioning Editor: Alison Morris
Editor: Angela Koo
Junior Editor: Abbie Sharman
Art Director: Michelle Rowlandson
Cover Design: Michelle Rowlandson
Book layout: Lucy Smith and Ian Miller
Illustrations: Sarah Skeate
Photography: Emma Gutteridge and Neal Grundy
Cover Image Credit:Verity Jane Smith, Getty Images
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I cut and style a lot of hair, and one of the things I notice a lot is that while guys will often have a very clear idea of the style they want, they are usually really surprised to discover the tools and products it will take to achieve it. There is often a lot more to a style than you think. But the good news is that this can all be learned.
It all comes down to practice, and not being afraid to have a go. I may travel the world, styling celebrity hair, but it took me 15 years of hard work to get where I am now, so if anyone knows the value of experience, its me! But I have also tried to keep things simple because I wanted the styles in this book to be achievable. This is why you will find very few looks classified as difficultI know plenty of people will see that word and be put off having a go (although I have included one or two in there for those of you who like a challenge). I have also broken down each style into no more than five stages so that you can follow through step by step, and at your own pace.
You will see a variety of different models throughout this book, too, so youre sure to spot someone who has similar hair to you. Some of these guys are friends of mineprofessional models that Ive worked with for yearsbut you definitely dont need to be in the industry to achieve similar looks with your own hair. In fact, I would stress that the most important thing is to respect your own look and personal style.
With trial and error, youll get very familiar with your own hair. You can choose to wear it longer or shorter, but the one thing that you wont be able to change is its natural texture. You need to respect what you can achieve, and then work with that. Make sure, too, that you take into account the shape of your face, and how your hairstyle will work with that. Some styles will work on all hair types, too, so dont be afraid to experiment and try something different, even if the models hair isnt the same as yours. Its your choice.
Above all, make the most of your strengths, and express who you are, not someone else. And have fun!
Men will always want short hairits a classic masculine look that will never go out of style. However, there are many options to choose from, depending on your natural hair texture and your lifestyle. And, as youll discover in this book, having a short cut wont mean that you cant express yourself in lots of different ways!
A short cut can range from the shortest of alla buzz cut that takes it right back to a few millimetersthrough to styles like crew cuts, and then on to fades and undercuts (see ), where the hair on top can be as long as you like. And, within these categories, the length of the hair and the style can vary hugely.
RESPECT WHAT YOUVE GOT
The main consideration for any successful cut will be your hair texture. You should always work with what youve got, not against it. Although tools and products can achieve a lot, they cant work miracles.
If you have straight hair, for example, you may decide to go for a classic, short cut that is easy to maintain. If you have curly hair, then why not leave a bit of length on top so that you can create textured looks that take advantage of your hairs natural volume? When it comes to Afro hair, there are dozens of different lengths to choose from, right down to a tight Afro, depending on what works with your face shape.
STYLING OPTIONS
Always take your lifestyle into account when choosing a style. If you work outdoors, for example, and dont have much time to spend on your hair, theres no point in going for a complicated cut that needs lots of styling. But having one cut definitely doesnt restrict you to just one style.
For example, take a look at the two different looks I created on my friend Tommythe Textured Crop (). These demonstrate just how much can be achieved with styling, even on very short hair. You can wear it as a neat forward crop during the day, then add a bit of product to transform it into the textured look for an evening out. Short hair like this also allows you to make a strong statement with your facial hair.