This month, you might be seeing a bit more facial hair around town than usual. If you haven’t heard, it’s No-Shave November, and men across campus are foregoing the drag of the razor, many in order to raise awareness for various charities such as the Save Darfur Campaign. But come December, what happens to all that hair? We at the Opinion Desk urge all you sporting the scruff to get creative before you shave it all off. Here are 10 suggestions that may or may not get you a date, but are sure to at least draw a few double-takes.
10. The Handlebar
Admit it: Deep down you’ve always wanted to ride a Harley or wear leather chaps. The handlebar might just be your chance to prove to everyone that you, too, belong on “American Chopper.” But don’t be surprised if some people mistake you for a member of the British Armed Forces.
9. The Hipster-stache, or “Hipstache”
Flip through the pages of “Vice” magazine or just head to your local American Apparel and you’ll see why this moustache is a must-have to show people how cool you really are. Just don’t forget your skinny jeans and flannel shirt.
8. The Splotchy
If observing No-Shave November means simply continuing with your morning routine, don’t worry – facial hair isn’t for everyone. But if you can manage a patch here and there, we say be proud and rock the splotches.
7. The Chin Curtain
Because Abraham Lincoln will never go out of style.
6. The Friendly Mutton Chops
Sometimes called the “Civil War” beard, this style was popular among the racoon-skin cap and musket crowd. But here in the rugged Northwest, we think it’s just part of our heritage.
5. The Frog
We acknowledge that, after a month of going natural, you might have become attached to your newfound hair growth abilities. So in honor of our resident campus jokester, we suggest some of you just keep on growing.
4. The Continuum
Complimented best by a half-unbuttoned shirt, this style serves as a visible indicator that you have more testosterone than you know what to do with. And there’s nothing wrong with that.
3. The Villain, a.k.a. the Salvador Dali
This multipurpose classic is a favorite of the evil genius and eccentric artist alike. Monocle and maniacal laughter are optional.
2. The Pharaoh Beard
We at the Opinion Desk would like to know: Why stop at walking like an Egyptian?
1. The Message Board Beard
This one is only for the truly brave souls out there who scoff at tattoos and laugh at T-shirt logos. Whether you prefer to carve out a masterpiece or etch your latest Twitter update, we challenge you to display your creativity where no one can miss it: your face.