A Gentlemen’s Barbershop Agreement

When patronizing a gentlemen’s barbershop there are few pieces of etiquette that is expected. So that you are aware of them and feel more comfortable during your visit, let’s go over a few.

General Manners

A haircut is a simple process. Showing courtesy and excellent manners will prevent the simple haircut from getting complicated.

Arrive On Time

A gentleman is punctual. When you make an appointment, arrive at least five minutes early. If you’re running late, give the barber shop a call. Let them know you’ll arrive a few minutes late. But the simplest way to maintain a great relationship with your barber is to arrive on time.

Show Up With Clean Hair

You need to make sure your hair is clean before you head to your appointment. Wash out all gunk in your hair, and keep the hat off until after you get your haircut. A messy head of hair can prevent a barber from cutting your hair properly.

Have a Little Faith

You will be turned away from the mirror while the barber will be doing his job as opposed to the hairstylist who will be facing you to the mirror. The reason for this is that the barber does clipper work on the back of your head, and uses the mirror to check his work for flaws. If you have chosen to sit in the barber’s chair, you must show faith in his skillset.

Stay Off Your Phone

Show some courtesy to your barber and stay off your phone. You will constantly move your arms and hands if you’re on it. This constant movement prevents a barber from doing his job, and it could cause him to make a mistake.

Know What Haircut You Want

Before you sit in the barber’s chair, you should know the exact haircut you want. If you have a hard time explaining what style you want, bring in a picture. A visual aid will help the barber make sure you get the right haircut.

Show Patience

An excellent barber does not rush a haircut. Excellent barbers are also busy barbers. They always try to stick to their schedule, but it doesn’t always pan out that way. Additionally, don’t jump in the chair as soon as the previous client hops out. A gentleman is always patient.

Don’t Move Your Head

If you move your head, the barber can make a mistake that’s unfixable. This will create a bad experience for you and your barber. For some, it’s hard to stay still but do your best. When the barber asks you a yes or no question, make sure you state “yes” or “no” instead of nodding your head.

Tip

As a gentleman, you ought to tip your barber. A tip represents a nonverbal way of expressing how much you like your haircut.

We hope these tips help you know what may be expected from you the next time you visit a gentlemen’s barbershop.

We hope to see you soon.