Vaughn Acord, a highly sought-after men’s stylist and founder of V76 by Vaughn, made a decision to use real men as models in his latest collection in order to create looks that are accessible to both clients and stylists. “In both of my campaigns we decided not go with models, and instead, went with real men who are also handsome and aspirational,” says Acord, who has featured a wood worker, a surfer/mixed media artist, a glass designer and a motorcycle mechanic—men who work hard and play hard and need a hairstyle that’s easy to manage. “Even when you’re putting in effort, there should be a relaxed nature to the look,” says Acord. “It’s all about authenticity.”
Dmari Von Lintel, Craftsman
Prep hair with Tonic Hair & Scalp, then finger-comb the hair and work in a bit of Molding Paste
Dmari Von Lintel, Craftsman
Prep hair with Tonic Hair & Scalp, then finger-comb the hair and work in a bit of Molding Paste
Macky Meiring, Furniture Craftsman
Prep hair with Tonic Hair & Scalp, work Conditioning Gel Flexible Hold through the hair, then allow hair to air dry and shake out for natural texture
Nate Cotterman, Glass Designer
Comb hair into place and use fingers to rake Styling Cream and then use Medium Hold throughout for separation and bend
Taylor Dunfee, Artist/Mixed Media
Slick hair back with Control Balm Strong Hold