Hairstyle Fads: How Much Attention Should You Pay To Them?

 Isn't it always the case that once a fad has caught the attention of the fashion-conscious, you see the same hairstyle on everyone from every walk of life? Consider the "bowl" cut of the 1990s. Men, women, and children all had that haircut. I'm not kidding when I say I did 20 of these haircuts in one day while working at the salon. I was afraid I was going to get sick. And that fad lasted for years, until everyone got sick.

To be sure, it's very tempting to go out and get the latest hairstyle craze. In some cases, this can make you appear to be on the cutting edge of fashion. In other cases, getting a fad cut can make you look like a clone with no sense of style. So, how do you know if it's okay to follow a fad? 

First, you should consider why you want a particular cut. Is it because you like the style and believe it will go well with and complement your dress style, or do you simply want the cut because so and so has it? What you wear, especially when it comes to hairstyles, is an expression of who you are. You should never adopt a style simply because it is popular among others. Choose styles that are unique to your personality, even if no one else has them.

Next, think about how many other people are wearing the style. If there are only a few and the style is restricted to certain social circles that you belong to, it may be a good idea to get the cut, especially if it is an expression of your dress style. However, if everyone gets the cut, you will appear to be trying to imitate everyone else rather than being yourself.

If you've only seen a few people wearing the cut, and none in your area, a fad cut that suits your personality could be a great way to stand out from the crowd. As an example: You see a great hairstyle in a movie that you think would look great on you. Go ahead and get the haircut, but remember to change your style once everyone else has. This will make you a trend setter rather than a trend follower.