How to cut a modern rockability quiff

Published 10th Oct 2011 by sophieh
How to cut a modern rockability quiff

Barbering techniques from the 1930s and 1980s are mixed to create a new-generation Rockabilly that is more quiffed than coiffed.

 

mens-sbs-final-image2.jpgSTEP ONE:

mens-sbs-1.jpgTake a rounded diamond section, then take diagonal back sections and cut, decreasing in length.

STEP TWO:

mens-sbs-2.jpgContinue to take sections to the back, then repeat on the opposite side and cross check.

STEP THREE:

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Cut the sides and back tight at the perimeter, blending into previously cut graduation.

STEP FOUR:

mens-sbs-4.jpgTake a radial section and blend into the back, building up weight towards the crown.

STEP FIVE:

mens-sbs-5.jpgPivot sections through the top from short to long.

STEP SIX:  

mens-sbs-6.jpgCut front sections square, maintaining length.

FINAL LOOK

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Hair: Adam Walmsley, Toni & Guy, Regent Street,

London Styling: Lana Sotnikova

Products: label.m Gel and Volume Mousse

Photographs: Jason Dunn

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Published 10th Oct 2011

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