Photos: The Furry Faces of the 2016 Great American Beard and Moustache Competition

Westword Staff September 26, 2016 12:40PM

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In certain circles, fantastic facial hair is an art-form, resulting in carefully groomed, waxed, spit-shined and, in some cases, patiently grown whiskers that swirl around in curlicues or are shaved into magnificent mutton chops or braided into beautiful plaits. Some of the region's best-bearded and mustachioed men — and a few imaginative women — brought their best to the 2016 Great American Beard and Moustache Competition, which went down September 24 at the Summit Music Hall. All photos by Philip Poston.
Now see the full Great American Beard and Moustache Competition slideshow.

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