The barbering scene has grown so much in recent years and Bristol is no different. With it we've experienced a wider range of options available when getting a haircut. In this post i'll cover the basics of neckline options.  When asked what type of neckline a
client wants, the most common answer is 'I dont mind as I don't have to look at it' however the outlines of your hair cut say as much about it as the style you've chosen and these small differences make all the difference.

There are three main options: squared off, rounded off and tapered. 

Squared off has for the most part been the go to in the past as it's clean, sharp and creates a firm outline.  It is simply when straight lines are use to make the neckline square and is great for a business look and cuts that aren't too short on the back.
sides.  The down side of a squared off neckline is the fact that it grows out fairly quickly and if you're not the type of person to get a trim ever two weeks then it will outgrow your haircut very quickly.

Rounded off is a slight deviation of the squared off approach where the barber will cut the bottom of the neckline into a curve.  The result is a softer finish which can often be suited for those with slimmer necks. Much like the first option, the rounded off neckline will grow out within the first two weeks and therefore would require more frequent visits or top-ups to maintain the look.  

The tapered neckline is when the hair gets gradually shorter and fades out to nothing at the bottom.The taper can be as high or low as you like and will change the look you are going for.  A low short taper will give you a softer and more natural finish where as a higher taper will give you a more distinctive look.  The biggest upside of chosing this option is that the hair will grow out a lot slower than both other options and is more likely to continue to look smart until your next barber visit.

Bristol has stepped up his game, which one suits your needs?

Long gone are the days of walking into a Bristol barbers and having two options to choose from, short back and sides or just 'short'.
The modern barbershop is a diverse mix of traditional techniques like the luxurious 'Hot Towel Shave' or the newer trends such as fades and blow drying techniques.

The barbershop started off as much more than a place to get your hair shorter, it was a social hub of the male community.  They served as a ‘hang-out’ place for men, who came in not only for a shave or haircut, but also to catch up on current news and have a chat with friends.

Many visitors would return weekly or even daily. This was the golden age of barbershops. 

This dropped off over the years due to the introduction of the Gilette saftey razor, financial decline and the increase of unisex salons.
In recent years we have gone full circle,  clients are now often friends with their barber, visits are more regular, standards are much higher and tradition is back.

With a mix of modern and traditional styling being in fashion, telling your barber what you'd like done might seem like a mine field these days which is why over the next few weeks I will be going through basic options and buzz words to help you get your desired look.