Jim Shaw discusses a trend that’s certain to make a comeback as the band’s tour creeps closer – the Oasis inspired Mod Haircut.
Oasis’s exciting tour announcement now generates serious buzz across the entire world indeed. We recently caught up with Jim Shaw, a highly esteemed multi award-winning men’s hairdresser. He proudly owns TONI&GUY Billericay, leading his impressive team of skilled stylists expertly. Jim discussed a key trend certain to make a very strong comeback extremely soon. This iconic style is the Oasis Inspired Mod Haircut, gaining fresh popularity amongst many fashion-conscious clients.
Understanding The Mod Cut
This truly classic style originated during the 1950s and also the 1960s effectively. It takes direct inspiration from Liam Gallagher’s iconic 90’s distinctive hairstyle successfully. It therefore offers that authentic Oasis rock and roll feel very effectively indeed. The mod cut features a versatile medium length on top, consistently providing excellent overall volume. This haircut also includes a short, meticulously cropped fringe alongside specific medium length sides. These distinctive medium length sides typically resemble quite long sideburns, clearly framing the entire face. The complete look is perfectly structured and also quite elegantly refined overall now. It strategically combines various precise layering techniques and careful shapes exceptionally well. This creates distinct movement within the hair’s overall natural flow consistently. It also consistently keeps a very straight, precise line across the top of the head.
Versatility and Benefits
This particular cut is a versatile style that tailors to most face shapes. It accommodates diverse hair textures, including those with natural curls effectively. However, it specifically flatters those with square face shapes, providing great benefits. This style helps soften any angular features whilst complimenting the jawline. It defines cheekbones for a more balanced and harmonious overall look. For oval face shapes, this style is also remarkably great now. It can easily enhance natural proportions whilst beautifully framing the entire face. For those with thinning hair, this style is particularly beneficial always. The addition of abundant layers and texture works to give the appearance of thicker, much fuller looking hair.
Styling and Techniques
When Jim Shaw creates this cut, he always uses scissors for the initial style. He then loves to go into the hair with a razor afterwards. This action creates a beautiful feathery texture and lots of flowing movement. When it comes to styling, the mod haircut can be managed in various ways. However, it truly stands out from other mullet or shag inspired looks now. This is due to more precision within the cut and smoother styling. American Crew Cream Whip is a lovely product to significantly enhance hair texture. It keeps hair smooth, soft, moisturised, and provides a natural shine.
Mod Haircut vs. Wolf Cut
The wolf cut is a very similar style to the Mod Haircut actually. It has been a favoured style by men over the past year specifically. This style also features excellent volume on top, combined with great texture and layering. However, it features more of a choppy fringe, always appearing less structured overall. The styling is also a lot more effortless and untamed consistently for daily wear. American Crew Light Hold Texture Lotion works well in damp hair before styling. It can also be used on dry hair to give the hair added texture and valuable grit. Alternatively, American Crew Matte Clay offers medium to strong hold for styling. This particular styling paste is one of Jim Shaw’s reliable go-to products. It creates instant texture and solid hold on the finished overall look effectively. Both styles are great options for men who like an effortless day-to-day style. These require little to no styling but still look incredibly on trend effectively.
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