Not long ago before the beard craze took over, and men of all ages started beelining to their hair stylists asking for primly trimmed, outlined, and shaped beards, there existed a much humbler reigning symbol of masculinity — the moustache. If the prominence of the moustache needs any testament, moochein katwana (shaving off one’s moustache) was once considered one of the gravest insults and tragedies that could overcome a man. Fast forward to recent times, Vicky Kaushal was recently spotted proudly sporting a sophisticated, twirled handlebar moustache in his new released, Sam Bahadur, which has the Internet abuzz, celebrating the revival of this classic facial hair style in contemporary fashion. We consult a grooming expert who shares his tips on mastering the art of the perfect moustache. 

Choose the right mooch

Prathamesh Sawant, stylist and owner, Nomad Barber India, tells us that while going wrong with a beard is relatively unusual, moustaches require a deeper analysis of your face shape before you choose the right style. For square faces, he recommends the classic chevron, a thick, wide moustache that angles downwards towards the mouth. If you prefer an old-school look, let the stache grow wider and even over your upper lip to achieve the walrus style. These styles were popularised by icons like Freddie Mercury, Henry Cavill, Nick Offerman and probably every Indian dad in the ’80s.