He Says
By Chris King

Hair is the most evident aspect of your natural body that reveals who you are. How you wear your hair will define the kind of person that you set yourself to be. Now for a guy, society doesn't allow a whole lot of hair "styles" into which he can fit his persona. While every guy you see will generally try to wear his hair in an individual way, there are basically a few styles that encompass the hair of all men.

Maybe the most popular haircut for men these days is what could be called "The Jock," or maybe more appropriately titled "The Prep." This is the short, caesaresque cut in which the front can either be spiked up or left down. This hairstyle is most popular among athletes, youth pastors and young men everywhere.

Next let's talk about what I like to call "The Swipe"- more commonly known as "The Combover." This haircut gives men the opportunity to part their hair on either side, and gently or sharply sweep the remaining hair across the other side of their head. This style is prevalent among dads, smart people and the aesthetically astute.

Possibly the fastest growing craze in the world of men's hair is what is known everywhere as "The Shag." This haircut, or lack thereof, allows the guy to grow his hair to varying lengths of shagginess and keep it relatively unkempt. This style is extremely popular with those who wish to revolt against the traditionally conservative "Prep" or "Buzz" haircuts.

Another well-known hairstyle is "The Moses," because of the way this cut is parted down the middle. This style is extremely wide-ranging because the wearer can keep his hair at almost a buzz or almost shoulder- length. Men from all walks of life and all ages prefer this unidentified haircut. It is possibly the most cross-cultural haircut we know today.

Now that we have addressed the major hairstyles in male "fashion" as it were, we can now look at some of the more, shall we say, spicy haircuts. These styles are more than just a way of fixing hair; they are a way of life. The "Mohawk," first introduced by Native Americans, is now sported as a staple of punk defiance of society. The "Fro" is an exciting style, and few are those who can successfully pull it off.

The most intriguing of the aberrant haircuts, however, is the "Mullet." "Business in the front, party in the back," is the motto of those who dare to cross over into this truly amazing way of life. The "Mullet" has created a nation-wide phenomenon by those who wear it, and by those strangely drawn and repulsed by it at the same time.

The male hairstyle does provide some creativity for the guy to work with, now more than ever. However, what a guy can do with his hair pales in comparison to what a girl can do.

She Says
By Rachel Martinez

Pigtails, ponytails, braids, spiked hair, short hair, long hair, black hair, brown hair, blond hair, red hair (possibly blue hair and purple hair-just not "here" hair), streaked hair, dyed hair, permed hair, straight hair or no hair. Whatever the style, whatever the trend-your hair is your trademark. To an extent, it defines who you are. For example, when you think of the 70s, what is one of the first things that come to mind? For me, it is guitar-playing hippie with stark straight long hair parted in the middle, held back by a bandanna, or picked into a big 'fro.

Why do women think it is so fun to get their hair done? We are making a statement saying, "That was the old me and this is the new." I suppose it could even be compared to Christianity in a way. When you are saved you take on a whole new image, feeling so much better about yourself.

When I was a little girl, my mom would dress me up in pigtails and ponytails. Often, I see girls returning to their childhood hairdos. At times, I have attempted the same, but having my long blond hair parted and braided makes me feel like Ellie May from the Beverly Hillbillies. I just need a stronger hick accent, a few more freckles and I'd be set.

I'll never forget when I was near 10 years old, wearing thick glasses and having my hair permed in tight ringlets. I really looked like a bad version of the girl in Little Red Riding Hood. Yeah, those were the days. The transformation from then to now is what makes looking through old pictures so fun. Perhaps not everyone has those pictures (maybe your sixth grade picture in the yearbook doesn't look all that hideous), but I find for the most part, everyone has said at least one time or another, "Man, I seriously had a bad hair day."

Naturally, guys seem to have it easy. Their hair is no big deal. They can comb it, gel it, spike it, dye it, cut it, grow it, or…well, do nothing and it can still look good. Sure, some girls can do the same, but they must cut it so that they can achieve the famous Meg Ryan casual "just rolled out of bed and my hair just happened to look this good" hairdo.

Did you know that in Bible times a woman's hair was considered her blessing? That's why they never cut it. I once was told that during the 1800s a lady's marital status was distinguished by her hairstyle. They would wear their hair down until they married. Afterward, they would pull and pin it up fashionably. Interestingly, that explains the custom of a lady wearing her hair up on her wedding day.

I recently got married. Actually, it was supposed to be an elopement. However, my family found out and came too. In three days I planned my wedding. That's right, I had the cake, the dress and even a wedding reception. Some of my best friends even got to make it. It really turned out perfect. Although, I have to admit, an hour before the wedding, my hair became a problem and I was just a tad bit late for my own wedding. My point is: Time is a major advantage that guys have over girls. If everyone had thick, long hair, there wouldn't be any 7:50 classes and brides would never be late to their own weddings.

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