How to nail the bowl cut w/ David Wieselmann

QUICK-FIRE QUESTIONS: ALL THINGS BOWL CUT

W/ DAVID WIESELMANN

Not typically associated with high fashion, the phrase ‘bowl cut’ usually conjures up visions of 90’s home haircuts or Dumb and Dumber flashbacks. However, like all things 90s and early 00s, the bowl cut is experiencing a serious comeback. And there’s a strong reason why - the bowl cut can suit all hair types and textures and a variety of face shapes.

The bowl cut is no longer the rounded and simplistic style it once was, it’s changed and evolved with the shifting tides of fashion. The refreshed cuts of today, can be styled high-shine, dishevelled or even with a longer, shaggier edge. So, you might be asking by this point.. what exactly is a bowl cut, and how is it defined in the world of men’s hair? We shot some quick-fire questions to international award-winning hairdresser, David Wieselmann, from Wieselmann Salon in Melbourne to get the ins and outs of this resurrected trend.

Where has this year’s big trend (the bowl cut!) come from?

Everything we see in fashion starts on the street. Then, as hairstylists, we adapt it for the mainstream clientele and make it more wearable. We saw many trendy guys wear the bowl cut last year and, subsequently, it has influenced many shapes this season. What kind of hair best suit a bowl cut?

This haircut can be adapted to all hair types, facial structures and textures. That’s what makes this cut so great and versatile. Though it does suit a ‘high fashion’ man. Are there any icons or celebrities rocking this look who we should look to for inspiration? The different Versace campaigns always embrace this trend. High fashion is where you can get some great inspiration for the bowl cut.

HOW CAN A BARBER BEST NAIL THE BOWL CUT?

Nailing a good-looking bowl cut takes precision and experience, but here are the core steps to cutting a bowl cut: 1. Place your scissors over the combed sides 2. Put in the weight line 3. Blend from shortest length to weight line 4. Cut the top of the hair and the fringe to the desired length 5. Dry the hair and personalise Then, of course, apply styling products to get that sharp end pointed look. What do stylists need to think about when creating this look? Take a good look at the client’s facial structure and hair quality. Then cut to suit the individual’s face shape and hair type. And if you decide to join the bowl cut cult, how can you keep it intact? Talk us through the steps and process in keeping your bowl cut wellmaintained?

My advice would be to have a regular haircut every four to six weeks to keep your bowl cut looking on point. For styling, it’s the usual washing and drying situation, then apply products depending on what finish you want. I would recommend working with natural textures, the American Crew Fiber is my go-to when I style a bowl cut. I apply it after I shower, then let the hair just dry naturally. For some variety, you can use the Pomade to achieve more of a slicked back look.

Any last words for a stylist who wants to attempt cutting a bowl cut? Remember that the bowl cut can be worn many ways and needs to be tailored to the person’s face shape. It’s also important to show your clients how to wear and style their bowl cut. For example, you can style the bowl cut off your face and slicked back with a side part. There is plenty of versatility in how to style the bowl cut and you can use different American Crew products to achieve different styles. It’s all about getting in there and playing around.

DAVID’S GO-TO BOWL CUT STYLING AMERICAN CREW PRODUCTS

1. Fiber, for the natural look 2. Pomade, for the slicked-back style