With a travel itinerary swinging between Tokyo, New York and Mumbai — Sahil Nanda obviously witnesses exquisite sights every day. Hence, owing to his forte of travelling across the sea (more often than usual), we're hardly surprised that he's always impeccably groomed (albeit with his dope hair colour). He's a global citizen of sorts and that's quite evident. That said, his beard in particular has always tickled our bones. It's like a Wildman mug, but just not as wild, yet, so well-contoured to align itself with some of the best of them. Long story, cut shorter: it's thick, nowhere close to messy, but nothing that'll pass off as craggily groomed. Clearly, only a miracle would have helped him achieve this feat.
So, today, for '30 Days, 30 Beards', sneakerhead Sahil breaks down his miraculous triumph for us.
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How has growing a beard changed your life?You know, getting random compliments from strangers is a welcome change!
What made you grow it in the first place?Can I call it a professional decision? I began growing my beard when I kick-started my business, only because, since I looked very young, people just refused to take me seriously. But that was just the start. Over time, I've started to grow it because of the amount of maturity it offers and the fact that it even makes my hairstyle look better.
Do women dig the beard or clean shaven men?The beard, without a doubt. There's a meteoric change in their behaviour when I have the beard vs when I don't.
Ever thought of a name for your beard?Warden Freeman! I've actually thought this through.
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Razor or trimmer? And how often…Well, a trimmer, once a week. We're still talking beards right?
Beards need care. What's your regime like?Call this a religious practice, but I use a beard shampoo and conditioner every single day.
Ever tried beard oils, shampoos, conditioners etc?Of course, I use the Beer Beard Shampoo by Manufaktura.
Your best and worst beard phase?My best: right now — tapered on the sides, fully blown around the chin. Worst: the rough beard phase, right before it's reaching it's biggest high.
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The razor/trimmer you're using right now?Braun's MGK 3080 trimmer, I style my hair as well as the beard with it.
According to you, the most iconic celebrity beard in the world?T from Rocky or Jack Gyllenhaal!
And the worst...Paul Rudd.
What's your next big beard move?A clean shave!
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Sahil wears a checked blazer, neo-fit trousers, sunglasses; all from Park Avenue.
Photography: Anubhav Sood
Creative Direction: Santu Misra
Styling: Siddharth Batra
Grooming: Shallu Chandla
Location: The Jug Mug Thella
Production: Anand Pratap Singh
Style Partner: Park Avenue
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