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A Look at Young Men's Hairstyles
- Young men's hairstyles have evolved over the years as many other styles and fashion. Today, hairstyles are an extension of the personal statement of a young man. Many young men use their hair style to emphasize their style. Hairstyles are very personal and young people are influenced primarily by the styles and fashion trends started through the media.
- An attempt to categorize a specific hair style and call it a trend often falls short of being effective. Many media groups and fashion trend analysts have tried to convince young men for the last few years that short hair was a "fashion trend." However, young people are not easily corralled into a category. Just as young people of past generations, the young people of today are making their own statements and establishing their own role in the fashion industry.
- As a personal statement, one hairstyle that is appearing more often than most is the "emo" or emotional style. This style is a layered cut that is long on top. It has a section that is dyed in a color that reflects the feelings of the wearer. This style, and many variations, are found among many groups of young people. The style of this cut is not structured and allows the wearer to add whimsy to the style or create a structured look.
- Many of the styles chosen today are uni-sex and can be found on young people of all ages. Men's styles are no longer bound by the clip and shape that was worn for several years. Long hair is no longer the result of poor hair hygiene. Today, one finds that the lengths that young people go to in order to maintain the style they select is thoughtful and purposeful.
- Most of the styles chosen by young men include highlights, dyes, and other styling techniques that were previously limited to the styles of women. A young many may select an Emo style with a green or magenta dye highlight. Or, they may want a more Gothic look and use a brooding cut that is dyed black.
- The highlight or dye that is selected with the style may be changed on a regular basis, or may be something that stays with the young man for a long period of time. Many young men choose to have a shag cut that is highlighted on the tips to give a sun-kissed look.
- Choosing a hairstyle is often one of the first steps towards independence for a young man. They may begin by selecting styles and colors that are far removed from the traditional styles that their parents have chosen for them. This assertion of independence is one of the many experiments that will take place as he gradually becomes comfortable with himself and finds the look and style that reflects his personality.
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