4 tips to get a haircut you actually like

Thinking of changing your hairstyle or finding a new barber or stylist? Here’s some insight from the industry side to take some of the stress out of the process.

A solid consultation requires a few things from both parties. Here are a few key things to bring to the table for a successful consultation with your barber or stylist.

1. Have an idea of what you’re looking for or at least what you’re looking to change. We are happy to give recommendations but it’s helpful to have a starting point even if it’s a part of your hair that you don’t love.

2. Be willing to communicate if you don’t understand what we’re talking about. While we are used to putting technical terms simply, we are only human and saying yes to something that you’re not quite sure of is only going to get you a hairstyle that you’re not quite sure of.

3. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable. We are all well aware that you don’t know how to cut hair, after all, that’s why you’re sitting in our chair! A true prefession won’t think you’re dumb or annoying for not knowing exactly what you want. My favorite thing is when someone just throws their hands up and says “I don’t know what I want” and then is willing to have an open and honest conversation about their hair.

4. When in doubt, bring a few photos. I’m not quite sure how the rumor spread that we don’t like reference photos but I haven’t met a single person in this industry that doesn’t love them. Photos are great because it is an objective view of what you’re looking for. Best things to keep in mind: Be as realistic as possible, make sure you actually like the hair and not the person’s face (my suggestion is always block out the model/celebrities face with your finger and envision your own in its place), lastly, grab a few slightly different photos in case one of them isn’t realistic with your type of hair.

Happy hair cutting and hope this helps take some of the anxiety out of a new style/professional!