Beard science
Beards show that you’re the independent type and possibly self-employed, seeing as how facial hair is frowned upon in certain uptight conformist corporations: the New York Yankees, for example. But let’s consider Jake and Ben, since they illustrated the beard problem as I see it today. Both are manly dudes, but Ben made the mistake that many beard wearers commit: He shaved his neck almost up to the chin. Men think this sharpens the outline of their face and even makes them look thinner. Wrong! This is the worst thing a guy with the slightest weight issue can do. Don’t look in the mirror, Ben; let’s go to the videotape. The shaved neck makes guys look like they have double chins, even if they don’t. Big Ben’s chin trim looked self-conscious and a bit vain, unlike the freewheeling, let-it-all-hang-out, Mr. Mojo Risin’ beard of the Snake. Ben, take a tip from Jake and Johnny Damon—get out of the pocket and go for the full Jesus.
Related Stories for GQGlenn O'BrienStyle GuyBeardsGrooming