The front edge of a haircut can appear straight in the main mirror but reveal a projecting corner when you turn slightly. A three-quarter view exposes that depth. It is a useful check if you want the front compact without making it uniformly shorter.

Ask your barber to show the outline from this angle before the final edge is refined. Point out whether the projection is a feature you want retained or reduced. The answer may concern a corner rather than the centre of the fringe. At a Japanese barber consultation in Sydney CBD, combining front and three-quarter views can make a small but important preference easier to explain precisely.

Plan your visit

Discuss your preferences with Rika Kano at HIROGINZA PREMIUM BARBER SYDNEY DYMOCKS, Suite 5, Level 1, Dymocks Building, 428 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Confirm the services and appointment details when booking.

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