Hairstyles For Asian
Men
By
Brandon
Dyce Fashion
Correspondent Every Wednesday
Gone are the days of the bowl cut and assimilating to other
ethnic
men's hairstyles.
When it comes to great hair, Asian men have some of the most
versatile sets of locks around. Thanks in large part to its
characteristically thick, ultra-straight texture, Asian hair lends
itself to today’s most stylish haircuts, even setting the trend in
some cases.
If you’re of Asian descent, you should know that your hair is very
porous, so it can absorb more moisture and hold different styles.
If you’re not happy with your hair, then you’re not tapping into
its full potential. So, to put you on the fast track to a new
modern look that suits who you are, here’s a list of six
super-sharp haircuts that will really play to your advantage.
Asian guys (or any guys, really) with a bald head make a bold
statement. Whether you need to do it or not, taking it all off the
top shows you’re a man of true grit and determination; you exude
confidence and
class. Being bald looks so tough, Mark Dacascos dons it for his
role as the Chairman on Iron Chef America; it allows him
to be both smooth as steel and tough as nails. If you want to set
that tone, then make the decision to go bald; it’s the perfect look
for the take-charge guy who wants to come across as sharp,
confident and sophisticated. Bald-headed men command respect and a
style all their own. What makes this look even better is the fact
that a lot of chicks dig it.
What it says about you: You’re on top of your
game, you know who you are and you’re not afraid to show it.
Traditionally, short hair can be a bore, but adding texture
makes it classically cool. Due to their simplicity, textured short
haircuts are spot-on for guys who like to walk one step beyond
conservative. Sporting this ‘do makes it abundantly clear that you
have a crisp,
professional image to maintain.
You know what it means to be in style without going overboard.
Textured short hair looks timeless and sophisticated. No one proves
this point more than Lost’s Daniel Dae Kim; his
well-maintained coif affirms his cosmopolitan, erudite disposition
toward style. Kim’s not trying to push the envelope anymore than he
has to because he doesn’t need to; his stylish, grown-up
haircut says it all for him. And for the consummate professional,
you should let this haircut do the same for you.
What it says about you: Steeped in traditional,
classic style, you have a mature approach to fashion that
translates into an air of confidence, class and simplicity.
We do learn from the past, and the razored shag proves it.
Though no one’s had one in years, consider this hairstyle a modern
twist on the outdated bowl cut. But just because it’s based on an
old-school style, doesn’t mean it’s lame. Actually, this haircut
speaks irreverence. Just look at Jason Tobin. He carries the uneven
edges and tapered-down crop like a true badass. Inherent in the
razored shag is cool demeanor and edgy sophistication; it’s urban,
daring and borderline defiant. While the cut’s definitely a suave
look for younger guys, it also works for more audacious
professionals who maintain a dapper wardrobe.
What it says about you: Self-assured and somewhat
defiant, you know what it means to push the envelope, yet you stay
slightly grounded in tradition.
Want to walk on the cutting edge of fashion? Then work your hair
up into a messy faux hawk. This look screams “style icon.” Worn
mostly by younger guys who play by no one’s rules but their own,
this hairstyle evokes big-city influence; it embodies downtown
style and total attitude. Aaron Yoo, who stars in
Disturbia, rocks the messy faux hawk like a true star.
Meticulously disheveled, Yoo’s hairstyle proves he’s not afraid to
be an individual; he’s free from the confines of tradition. With
its over-the-top statement, the messy faux hawk makes a fast,
fashion-forward claim by those sporting it.
What it says about you: You're not afraid to defy
conventional
style and to stand out in a
crowd. You pride yourself on your unique style that keeps you on
the outer edge of urban fashion.
Casual enough for
everyday wear and smart enough for professional attire, this
versatile look works for just about anyone. A textured
medium-length haircut like John Cho’s demonstrates subtle
sophistication -- tastefully understated is another way to put it.
Ideal for today’s modest
modern man, this
haircut shows you’ve put thought into your style, yet it’s quietly
refined so that you appear unassuming. The textured medium-length
hairstyle transcends style boundaries, working well for the
professional who wants to come across as a regular guy, an
intelligent man and a charming individual all at once.
What it says about you: You have an intricately
simple approach to style; you like to be in vogue, but moderately
so.
For those who like a mainstream, preppy look, ask the barber to
cut layers into your shoulder-length hair: You’ll look polished and
put-together. Classically contemporary, this haircut indicates a
playful, youthful zeal toward fashion. Take a look at Sung Kang,
for example: He pulls this look off with perfection, proving that
longer haircuts can be chic and masculine. When trying to achieve
this look, use Kang as your guide. His well-groomed locks affirm
his attentiveness to style, but the rigid edges make it clear that
he’s not 100% “pretty boy.” That’s exactly the statement you want
to make. Layered shoulder-length hair not only seems sharp and
urbane, but also appears smooth and worldly. A style conveying a
sophisticated paradox that works beautifully with a trendy,
finished, up-to-the-minute wardrobe.
What it says about you: You’re not afraid to make
an investment in your style; you approach the world around you with
a classic, up-tempo regard.