Men's haircuts in Richmond and Nelson

A good men’s haircut is mostly listening. What you do for work, how much time you give your hair in the morning, whether you want to be back in four weeks or eight. Josh asks those questions first, then cuts.

What a cut with Josh looks like

You sit down and talk through what you are after. If you have a photo, show it. If you do not, describe how you want it to sit and Josh will work out the rest from your hair type and how it grows.

The cut itself is done with scissors, clippers or both, depending on the style. Short back and sides, crops, textured tops, a classic side part, longer layered cuts. Every cut finishes with the neckline and around the ears tidied and a quick style with product so you can see how it sits before you leave.

You get told what was done and how to keep it looking that way at home. No upsell, just the honest version.

Styles Josh cuts most

• Short back and sides. The everyday cut. Clean at the sides, enough length on top to style or leave.
• Textured crops. Short, low maintenance, works well on thick or wavy hair.
• Scissor cuts. For anyone who wants length kept and shape added rather than clippers up the side.
• Side parts and classic cuts. Tighter sides, a defined part, styled with a light product.
• Longer styles. Shoulder length trims, layers and shape-ups.

Not sure what to call the result you have in mind? The men’s haircut styles guide compares short cuts, fades, classic shapes, longer flow styles and shape-led restyles, with practical notes on upkeep and reference photos.

If your cut needs a fade, that is its own thing. Read about skin fades and book the two together.

Where

JSL Studios is in Richmond, a few minutes from central Nelson and easy to reach from Stoke, Hope and Brightwater. Find the local detail on the Richmond page, or if you are coming from town, the Nelson page.

If you are comparing shops before deciding, read what to look for in the best barbers in Richmond or the best barbers in Nelson. Both guides focus on the cut, the consultation, recent work and how the booking process fits your day.

Booking

Use the booking form and say what you want done. Josh replies with a time. If you already know your slot and just want it locked in, the same form works for that too.