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How to Do the Olde English Beard

Not many styles can provide both ruggedness AND sophistication but the Olde English does it. Incorporating elements of the Full Beard , Door Knocker and Mutton Chops , the Olde English Beard provides full facial coverage while highlighting the cheekbones.

How to Do the Olde English Beard Step-by-Step

  • 1

    Stop shaving for 3 weeks to see if your beard has any patchy or sparse areas. The goal is to get a good amount of hair growth.

  • 2

    While continuing to grow your beard for several weeks, begin to add some desired shape and trim the edges along the neck and cheeks with your Wahl trimmer.

  • 3

    Using your trimmer, trim away the extra-long whiskers to create a uniform length on your cheeks and sideburns. Many choose to wear the Olde English with thick growth.

  • 4

    Using your trimmer, trim straight, vertical sideburns, stopping approximately 1 inch above your jawline.

  • 5

    Using your trimmer, create a vertical line of hair about 1/2-inch wide from the corner of the mouth to your chin. Do the same on both sides, paying close attention to keeping them even.

  • 6

    On the neck, use your trimmer to create a subtle border where your whiskers become visibly sparse.

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