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The Long And Straight Of It
The Longhairs’ team is admittedly composed mostly of guys with straight hair. Such as it is, we are well-qualified to bring you the top five best long hairstyles for straight hair.
Having long, straight hair is a blessing that comes with a curse. We just don’t have the natural volume and texture of our wavy and curly-haired brethren, and some long hairstyles for straight hair tend to look flat. That being the case we’ve selected styles and tactics that help turn flat into PHAT.
While most of these hairstyles are versatile enough to employ on any occasion, always consider practicality and presentation. Probably shouldn’t choose Willie Nelson braids if you have to leave in five minutes. And while breathtaking, The Let It Ride might not be the best hairstyle for a job interview.
Selecting The Best Long Hairstyles For Straight Hair
Consider the activities you’re about to be thrust into. Are you going to be around machinery? Is there a chance your hair may get wet? Do you need to be ready for anything, or is today just about looking your best and feeling your most confident?
When choosing the best long hairstyle for the day, pick something that’s both practical and adds to your look. Especially if you’re going to be dressed to the nines, consider how your hair will complete the ensemble.
The Fab 5
In all their glory, the five best long hairstyles for guys with straight hair are demonstrated in various applications below.
The Foldover
Second only to the humble Menstail, The Foldover is perhaps the easiest long hairstyle to execute. Simple for guys with straight hair to position anywhere on the back of your head and looks great with a hard lid.
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The Side-Part Lowball
Able to both elevate a t-shirt and accent a three piece suit, The Side-Part Lowball is a must-have on those days when you’ve got to look great and feel confident in any situation. For straight-haired guys, this style can sharpen your appearance and extend your wash cycle by a day.
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The Sloppy Joe
With its versatility, The Sloppy Joe can keep you cool in summer or warm in the winter, depending on the amount of hair you pull back. This style will keep the hair out of your face while saying, “Hey man, I’m a chill dude.”
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Willie Nelson Braids
Requiring dexterity to execute and confidence to pull off, the Willie Nelson Braids are a true statement for any guy with straight hair. Whether wearing them to the gym to keep the back of your head free, or to a wedding to pull together the outfit, compliments abound.
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The Let It Ride
Unless you’re working around machinery, there is no situation where you won’t look like a boss with your lettuce flowing free. Behind the ears or in front, show off the length of your straight hair by letting it ride.
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Become A Beacon Of Straight-Haired Style
Having straight hair can seem limiting, considering our lack of natural volume and texture. Despite this, with these long hairstyles for straight hair you are now equipped to take that straight hair to new levels of volume, style and grace.
Send this to your straight-haired bros, and go forth and style that straight hair with confidence!
Which of these is your go-to? Any favorites not listed?
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The Foldover is definitely my everyday go to during the summer months
The Side-Part Lowball is easily one of the best and most comfortable style I ever use especially on hot summer days. Don’t forget the Highball tho! Looks pretty dope with a side shave.
Pretty partial to The Side-Part Lowball myself. Clean, tight, out of the road. All business baby.
My go-tos! Stoked to be able to share my favorites with the boyzzzz. If anyone’s curios, my all-time favorite is The Sloppy Joe.
and, for very long hair, advanced buns tested and approved: http://chamanedaniel.canalblog.com/archives/2019/04/09/37247308.html ( description in french language, but the tutorial videos are linked)
Willie Nelson Braids and Let it ride are my two favorites but have not done the braids yet. Usually a pony or let it ride are my go to’s 😎
That’s what’s up! Fold over and sloppy joe for me!