Jalen Rose is currently known for his antics as an NBA analyst these days and widely recognized for the career he had as a basketball player for the Indiana Pacers’ franchise. However, there’s one thing that the 40 year old isn’t really appreciated for enough; his taste in fashion.
Although Jalen is a year away from being 50, his preferences when it comes to clothing are extremely modern. That’s not all that is modern however, as the head full of hair he has could also be something to behold; a topic that we will further investigate in this article.
In addition to unveiling the 5 different hairstyles that he has revolutionised for those with afro-textured hair, we will also cover all the steps that you should follow if you want to create the infamous waves he wore in recent years through the help of his hairdresser!
Whether you’re an avid fan of his or just as obsessed as we are about all the hairstyles of A-list celebrities, do join us on our journey to expand your knowledge as a hair connoisseur!
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5 Jalen Rose Hairstyles That Will Flair Your Hair Up!
Although Jalen Rose bounced from one team to another after spending years and years with Indiana Pacers, the former point guard and small forward didn’t really have enough time to be creative with his hair; even when he was in his prime and playing for the Chicago Bulls!
In fact, he always wore a buzz cut until he announced his retirement from basketball after playing 29 games for the Phoenix Suns in 2007.
Since he had plenty of time from then on, the fellow basketball prodigy finally started embracing his naturally shaped afro-hair and grew it out. While he hasn’t worn dread buns like Ja Morant or created a look as effortless as J. Cole’s dreads, he did try out 5 types of hairstyles that can easily be created if your hair type is 4c. Move on to the portion below to get a glimpse of all 5 of the hairstyles!
Afro Blow-Out With Temple Fade
If you’re currently growing out your hair, and the length of your afro-textured curls are feeling somewhat unmanageable to deal with, relieve that stress of yours with a new cut, and some bounce with this afro blowout that Jalen Rose wore for a while.
While the enhancement in the texture is surely a great incentive one can consider, the best part about this hairstyle is its natural appearance and the effortless procedure one needs to bring this design to life. In addition to using a blow dryer to create the elevated top, all you have to do is apply cocoa butter to your hair to create the texture in order to make this look a crucial part of your daily life!
Crisp 360 Waves
Jalen also wore 360 waves for a short period of time when he first started growing his natural hair out, which we believe has enough style to be one of the entries on this list.
While most waves are either paired up with a fade haircut or glossed up with hair gel, Jalen’s waves look rather natural and are extremely easy to attain at home. Sure, you might have to wear a durag, condition the strands, and apply hair gel to keep the pattern alive, but this look is easily one of the more relaxed variants of waves that we’ve seen so far!
On another note, before you try creating this option of his, make sure to skim through our article on 360 waves to master the art of creating this effortless look!
Finger Coil Dreadlocks
Finger coil dreadlocks can be a great way to showcase the growth of short afro hair, and we’re happy that Jalen Rose’s hair stylist knows about that fact!
In addition to making one’s afro hair more exciting, these finger coiled dreadlocks can be a great look to incorporate if you want to revamp your taste in fashion. While it does cater to casual events and laid back gatherings, this variant can even be worn at formal events with a tuxedo or a suit if you have enough confidence to pull it off!
To learn more about finger coil dreadlocks, you can check out this video that provides useful tips regarding the techniques you can use. Additionally, if you do want to create a different look, keep your options open by skimming through all the options we covered in this article for high top dreads!
360 Waves with Curved Line
If you’ve been following Jalen Rose for quite some time now, you probably are aware of the very little amount of highlights that he had throughout his career in basketball. However, one of the very times in which Jalen Rose broke the internet was rather recently, and it was all because of these 360 waves that he wore during the pandemic of 2020!
This hairdo is a fan favourite for various reasons. The curved line, the gelled up waves, and the sharp shape up around the hairline happens to be three of the primary reasons behind this option’s rise to fame.
These waves are also extremely effortless to create. All you have to do is skim through the article we have on 360 waves that we have attached on the second entry of this list, and create the curved line with a razor blade with the help of a hairdresser. You can also show this video to your barber if he happens to be a novice himself!
Sponge Curl with A 2 On The Sides
If textured patterns resonate with you and your persona more than voluminous hairdos, you can even try creating this short length hair with a textured sponge curl that Jalen Rose marvellously wore with the help of a 2 on the sides!
If you’re wondering just how he created the thick and sharp sponge curl on top, try looking up a sponge brush. For those that are wondering, a sponge brush is a piece of equipment that is typically used to create sharp shapes on afro hair. They’re available in different shapes, are easily attainable, and mostly cater to those that wear coils, twists, and all sorts of afro-textured hairstyles!
Triple Zero Buzz Cut
Before NBA players discovered and revolutionised the art of pre-game fits, a majority of the players, besides Allen Iverson, kept it light with their taste in fashion. Most of them often wore baggy suits and triple zero buzz cuts; a line that Jalen Rose can comprehend to the fullest.
While it’s far from the best when it comes to showcasing one’s hair type, a triple zero buzz cut can be an excellent hairstyle to try out if you’re an athlete who simply has no time to style their hair, or a person who’s seeking a way to beat the heat of summer!
Even though styling the look can be an effortless task to carry out, maintaining the length might require frequent visits to the hairdresser if you don’t know how to use a hair clipper.
Buzz Cut With Blends
If you did like the above-mentioned option, but want something that is slightly grown out, take into account the visuals of this buzz cut, which has been paired up with a blended fade!
Just like a triple-zero buzz cut, this hairdo is extremely easy to maintain and take care of. It also has a more masculine vibe to it, especially since the shape of it can make your facial structure more narrow, and make your jawline as well as cheekbones as prominent as ever!
Although the blended fade is a crucial element that makes this look so appealing, you can even pair it up with a skin fade to create a disconnection, or a taper fade to increase the fullness of your buzz cut!
Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re intrigued by all the hairstyles that Jalen Rose created using his 4c curls, then it’s completely normal for you to have a series of questions regarding his hair. If that seems to be the case, however, read through the segment below to learn more about Jalen Rose’s hair!
Q: Who is Jalen Rose’s barber?
A: After Jalen Rose posted about his freshly made 360 waves on Instagram, various media outlets including ESPN were wondering about the artist that created such a masterpiece. A few days later, it was revealed that his hair guru was none other than Connecticut based barber, Andy Authentic!
Q: Is Jalen Rose’s hair fake?
A: Due to the density of his infamous 360 waves, many were questioning the authenticity of Jalen Rose’s hair. While various celebrities, even Kevin Hart, accused Jalen Rose of wearing a wig, we believe that his hair is natural and the texture is easily attainable!
Conclusion
Jalen Rose didn’t have the career he wanted to as a professional athlete, but the flair he has off the court can’t be dismissed as easily; especially when you take a closer look at all the hairstyles that he’s worn so far!
The best part about all his hairstyles isn’t just about the looks, but also the amount of effort that he must have put in to bring them to life. You can find all the methods that he used for each hairdo within this article, but can also have a chat with us if you have more questions!
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