Haircut time
Sup, those half a dozen of you left on the eljays? Hot damn, haven’t posted since October.
Tomorrow afternoon, I’m having my hair cut. Instead of the usual `trim off the split ends’ I’ve been doing since I had a foot hacked off over a decade ago, I’m mixing things up a bit. Having had the same style for even longer than I’ve worked at drewuniversity as a staff member, maybe it’s time for change?
No, this isn’t something jedimentat‘s making me do. It was my idea. I didn’t want to get a haircut until I had graduated from college and got a career going. Didn’t know it would take me twelve years to graduate from college, but there you go.
I’m taking suggestions for my new style. Here are the ground rules:
- No shorter than base of the collar/shoulder length. I want room to trim further, if I don’t like what I’ve got.
- I’m keeping my beard, so hairstyles that won’t go with a full beard are right out (i.e. no flock of seagulls).
- Keep in mind that my hair is fairly lifelessly straight, and I’m thinning up top a wee bit.
- I prefer low-maintenance hair, but I’m not afraid to go for something a bit rocking, but I’d like to remain employable, but I’m an IT professional.
- Suggestions must be in by 3 PM tomorrow for consideration.
December 21st, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Seriously, though, congrats on making such a big change… are you nervous?
December 21st, 2009 at 9:30 pm
Seriously, though, James Callis is a good-looking dude. You can’t go wrong with a similar hairstyle, Russ.
December 21st, 2009 at 9:33 pm
It *is* a good look, and I’m not even into long hair on guys (sorry, Russ!)
James Callis has a LOT of hair, though (or if not… really good product!) with thinning hair it may not work.
December 21st, 2009 at 9:48 pm
Yeah, true. Would you say Russ’ hair is similar in texture to David Beckham’s? I doubt he’d want to go the same root with the ponytails, but it gives us a baseline.
Russ, you can also upload a picture of yourself and try out a Beckham ‘do here. There are a few other long-hair styles of his on this page.
December 21st, 2009 at 10:46 pm
The third one down from that last page isn’t so bad at all, and recommended for thin hair. Thanks!
December 21st, 2009 at 10:39 pm
But could I pull it off being blond and with thin hair?
I’d probably have to use product.
December 21st, 2009 at 10:40 pm
I’m hella nervous. But I’m also excited. It’s been a long time coming. The long ponytail’s had a good run, but it’s time to see what else is out there.
December 22nd, 2009 at 2:03 am
ok you all may hate me but…
I have several reasons why this is a NO
Wrong colorings – hair and skin
Wrong face structure – this guy is WAY more angular than our guy
Wrong facial hair – this guy is more trimmed than kingfox will keep his
December 21st, 2009 at 8:19 pm
NOT quite sure as to hair cuts, I’ll google and post a pic.
Meantime, you could maybe look at this …?
December 21st, 2009 at 8:32 pm
here be a site of interest
personally, I like #1 page 1) as shown on Brad pitt,
#1 page 2 as on Ethan hawke.
#1 on page8 = owen wilson – this is better if you think you have a high forehead cos the fringe covers it somewhat.
December 21st, 2009 at 8:29 pm
LJ 4 EVA!
December 21st, 2009 at 10:45 pm
If you’re going to an awesome place, trust the stylist — they’ll be able to work with your hair amount and type, head shape, and all that while giving you an up-to-date look. This guy was reportedly amazing and had excellent ideas.
December 21st, 2009 at 10:47 pm
I am going to an awesome place, but I want to go in with some rough idea of what I want to walk out looking like.
December 22nd, 2009 at 2:02 am
That place uses the diablo font, so clearly they’re awesome
December 22nd, 2009 at 2:04 am
inorite?
December 22nd, 2009 at 4:54 pm
They’re going to attack each hair individually, but still cut thousands of them down to size!
December 22nd, 2009 at 2:06 am
here
go with Chase
http://images2.fanpop.com/images/polls/124486_1223147799504_full.jpg
December 22nd, 2009 at 10:43 am
Re: here
Not bad
December 25th, 2009 at 5:27 am
i just read this …
what are the results???
January 9th, 2010 at 6:20 am
Okay, this is funny because I’ve been growing my hair out and:
"I prefer low-maintenance hair, but I’m not afraid to go for something a bit rocking, but I’d like to remain employable, but I’m an IT professional."
Is exactly my criteria. Also seriously considering the James Callis direction, especially since I do have a similar "color scheme" and type of hair.
Anyway, what are the results? This post is old by now!
January 9th, 2010 at 5:08 pm
You missed the results on Facebook. Here you go:
January 10th, 2010 at 4:31 pm
Sharp!