Alright, so I saw this trend going around about DeAndre Hopkins’ haircut, and I thought, why not give it a shot? I mean, the dude’s got style, and I’ve been needing a change for a while now. So, here’s how it went down.
First things first, I did a bit of digging. Checked out some pictures of Hopkins online, you know, just to get a feel for the look. I mean, it’s not just about the dreads; it’s the whole vibe, right? From what I saw, a lot of folks were talking about how he sometimes ties them up in a bun, especially when he’s on the field. Seemed easy enough.
Preparation Phase
- Gathered some visuals: I basically just scrolled through a bunch of images of the guy. Needed to see the haircut from all angles.
- Scheduled a haircut: I went to my usual barber. Showed him the pictures and told him that was the look I was going for. But you know, I told him, don’t make it an exact copy, just use it as inspiration.
The Haircut Process
So, I sit down in the chair, and we start chatting about how we’re going to do this. I tell the barber that I don’t have dreads, so we’re just aiming for the overall shape and style. He gets it and starts working his magic. Snip, snip, snip. It was a bit nerve-wracking, not gonna lie. I mean, I’ve had the same hairstyle for years.
After about an hour or so, he’s done. He spins me around to face the mirror, and… I’m impressed. It’s different, for sure, but it’s cool. It’s got that laid-back, yet stylish look that Hopkins rocks. He even showed me how to tie it up in a bun, just in case I wanted to switch things up.
Styling and Experimentation
Over the next few days, I played around with it a bit. Tried wearing it down, tried the bun. Even got a few compliments, which was nice. It’s definitely a conversation starter. I even tried to mimic some of the poses Hopkins does in his photos. Cheesy, I know, but hey, it was fun.
The Verdict
All in all, I’m happy with how it turned out. It’s not an exact replica of DeAndre Hopkins’ dreadlocks, but it’s inspired by it, and I think it suits me. It’s always good to try something new, right? And who knows, maybe this will be my new go-to style. Only time will tell. I might even mess around with growing out some dreads in the future, just to see how it looks.
So, that’s my little adventure with trying out a DeAndre Hopkins-inspired haircut. If you’re thinking about changing up your look, I say go for it. It’s just hair; it’ll grow back. And hey, you might just discover your new favorite style. Just be prepared for some trial and error, and maybe a few funny looks along the way. But that’s half the fun, isn’t it?