As women's styles fluctuate between the Cory Kennedy or Eva Longoria long manes of 2007 and the popular Agyness Deyn and new  Eva Longoria of this year, it's easy to get caught up in the latest and greatest hair for gals.  Our poor boyfriends, however, seem to be stuck in a rut. While some dudes look fantastic with short hair, most of them seem to go for the dreaded frat boy gel-spike (please, don't).  The men who dare to add some more length typically end up with a Zac Efron style Beatles-called-and-want-their-hair-back shag.  The idea of guys still lining up to get their hair trimmed into that boy bob baffles me, but apparently the notion of actually long hair remains daunting.  I was glad to see Men's Vogue take charge of the issue with their piece Down to There, which showcases the appeal of men with long hair.  As the article states, "Long hair is not a statement, man."

The Men's Vogue article is a must-read that discusses dressing as yourself, an excellent tip for women as well.  Writes Luke Janklow,

"This is why Gay Talese is impeccable in his style and Elton John is in his: They dress as themselves, and it works. This is why we intuitively understand that Dave Grohl's long hair looks cool and correct and Fabio's does not."

As every girl who's ever been to high school knows, finding yourself in your look takes time, but it's a fun road, and when you find the look that's really YOU, you'll know it.

Taylor Hanson is famous for his long hair

Whether you are like the article's author and wash your hair with soap along with the rest of your body, or are a full slave to your girlfriend's hair products, long hair isn't a look that every guy can pull off, but is definitely one that more men should try.

If your boyfriend falls into the latter category, send him to this male beauty blog where he can learn about products specially made for the male specimen.