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Summer has arrived in Manchester and got lots of us thinking about a new style. A new haircut can completely transform your look, but choosing one often isn’t as simple as finding some inspo pics online and replicating them exactly because every hair type, head shape and face shape is different.
Every haircut should be completely tailored to the individual to make sure the look complements your features. Even a popular style like a fade needs to be adapted depending on your natural hair and desired result. Choosing a barber that understands and respects the technicality and individuality of barbering is important to guarantee that you receive a cut that suits you.
Whether you’re looking for a complete rebrand, a subtle switch-up, or something that feels lighter for the summer, at MEKK Barbershop in Manchester, we’re here to help you find the perfect style for your goals. We’ve put together a few considerations that will help you decide your new look.
Got loads of inspo pics saved, but aren’t sure what would actually suit you? We’ve all been there. Speaking with an experienced barber in Manchester who can advise you on what new haircut will suit your hair type, face shape and structure will help clear up any concerns you may have and help you make the best decision for your hair.
At MEKK Barbershop, we have a dedicated restyle service. This is a slightly longer appointment that leaves room for a consultation at the beginning, allowing us to listen to what you’re after, look through your inspo pics and give you our opinion on how we can create the style you’re looking for while making sure it suits your hair.
We’re here to guide you through the process to ensure that you leave with a new style that makes you feel confident and comfortable, along with the knowledge of how to easily style it every day. There are a few things we consider when choosing a new style, so take a look below.
Your hair is one of the most important features of your personality and look, so choosing a style that works with your natural features is important. Different face shapes suit different approaches. It’s not the case that some haircuts strictly don’t work on certain faces, instead, it’s about tailoring the cut to suit your features.
Narrower faces benefit from more volume and texture, while other, more rounded faces can suit sharper styles that add structure. Things like your hairline, facial features and natural growth patterns all play a role in how the haircut sits on your head.
There are different cutting techniques for every style and it’s important to consider the technicality when creating a new look. That’s why our barbers at MEKK take the time to consider what will work for you by taking into account your facial features and hair type to create a style that complements you.
Understanding the type, texture and thickness of your hair is one of the most important things to consider when choosing a new style.
You can easily tell what type of hair you have by washing your hair and letting it air dry without applying any product. This will show your hair’s most natural state. You can then look to see whether your hair has any natural wave, curl or texture, or if it sits straight and flat. You can also determine your thickness by looking at your individual strands and decide if they feel strong and coarse or finer. Lastly, you can look at the density of your hair by seeing how much scalp you can see through your hair. All of these factors will determine what style will suit you and how the cut is created.
Each hair type requires different cutting and styling techniques - that doesn’t mean that you can’t achieve the style you’re looking for, just that the cutting and styling techniques may be different. It’s important to work with your hair, not against it, otherwise every morning will become a fight you weren’t looking for. Therefore, we’re here to understand your hair type and the style you want and help you achieve that.
A haircut can look great when you leave the barbershop, but the real test is how it works in your everyday life. Another crucial consideration when choosing a new style is how much time and effort you’re willing to spend on your hair each day.
Some people enjoy spending time styling their hair each morning, experimenting with products and learning new techniques. Others want something simple that looks good with minimal effort. It tends to be the case that longer, more textured looks can sometimes take more time to style than shorter looks. If the new haircut is quite different from any style you’ve had before, you’ll probably need to learn new techniques to style it, which will definitely be an investment of your energy.
That’s why in our restyle service at MEKK Barbershop, we take this into consideration before recommending a style. We don’t want to give you a haircut that requires more maintenance than you’re willing to put in. However, if you’d like to learn how to style and maintain a completely different look, our barbers at MEKK will teach you the easiest and most efficient way to style your new hair. You can always reach out or drop in if you have any questions after your appointment. We’ll also recommend trusted products to encourage your hair to create and hold the style you choose.
Choosing a new style doesn’t have to be a confusing process. With the right guidance and consideration, your next hairstyle can be something that enhances your features, suits your personality and fits your lifestyle.
At MEKK Barbershop in Ancoats, Manchester, our team of experienced barbers can help you find your next look. We have years of experience creating a range of styles, including classic cuts, taper fades, burst fades, skin fades, longer scissor cuts, mullets and textured hairstyles. Our barbers are also specifically trained to cut Afro and textured hair, and we have a dedicated stylist creating braids and dreadlock styles in Manchester, based in our Ancoats barbershop.
Whether you’re looking for a fade in Manchester, an Afro haircut, a restyle, a scissor cut or a completely new style, you’ll be in the right hands at MEKK.
Visit MEKK Barbershop in Manchester city centre by clicking here to book an appointment at a time that suits you - let’s find your next style!
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