10 wild hair styles you’ll only find in Indianapolis
1. The Indy Inverted Bowl
Inventor: Patricia “Patsy” Higgins
Salon: Patsy’s Perfection Palace (Active: 19952015)
Positive Review: “It’s like my head’s a cereal bowl, and I LOVE it!” – Janine R.
Negative Review: “I felt like an upsidedown mushroom.” – Rick L.
2. Cornfield Rows
Inventor: Dale “Corn King” Mitchell
Barber Shop: Corn King Cuts (Active: 1988-2008) in Indianapolis.
Positive Review: “Truly captures the essence of Indiana. I’ve never felt so connected to the land.” – Barry H.
Negative Review: “Birds mistook my hair for actual cornrows. Enough said.” – Wendy P.
3. Hoosier Hoop Hair
Inventor: Laura “Loopdeloop” Ivers
Salon: Laura’s Lustrous Locks (Active: 20102020)
Positive Review: “It’s a conversation starter – everyone asks about my circular do!” – Samantha T.
Negative Review: “Got stuck in a door frame. Twice.” – Greg M.
4. The Speedway Spiketail
Inventor: Tommy “Turbo Tail” Jensen
Barber Shop: Turbo Trims (Active: 19902005)
Positive Review: “Makes me feel like I’m on the racetrack, every day!” – Kurt O.
Negative Review: “I accidentally poked someone’s eye. Liability hairstyle, for sure.” – Fiona C.
5. The Fountain Fade
Inventor: Beatrice “Bubbling Bea” Monroe
Salon: Bea’s Bubbly Beauties (Active: 20002020)
Positive Review: “It’s like a water show on my head!” – Lily D.
Negative Review: “Kept dripping everywhere.” – Gary N.
6. Canal Curls
Inventor: Frankie “Waterfall” Waters
Salon: Waters’ Waves (Active: 19852010)
Positive Review: “These cascading curls make me feel like a Greek goddess!” – Rita E.
Negative Review: “Looks more like a tangled fishing net.” – Mark S.
7. Pacer’s Pompadour
Inventor: Ricky “Retro” Robertson
Barber Shop: Ricky’s Retro Room (Active: 20052025)
Positive Review: “Basketball on the court, rockstar in the streets. Love it!” – Chad V.
Negative Review: “I looked like a deflated basketball.” – Stacey L.
8. Monumental Mohawk
Inventor: Nancy “Sky High” Skye
Salon: Skye’s the Limit Studios (Active: 19982018)
Positive Review: “Makes me feel 10 feet taller!” – Victor P.
Negative Review: “Every time I walk indoors, it’s a disaster.” – Penny J.
9. Circle City Crossover
Inventor: Benny “Braids” Braxton
Barber Shop: Benny’s Braided Boutique (Active: 19922012)
Positive Review: “It’s geometric genius on my head!” – Tina F.
Negative Review: “Got tangled in my headphones. Not ideal.” – Dale R.
10. The Indy Icicles
Inventor: Claire “Cold Cut” Coleman
Salon: Claire’s Cool Cuts (Active: 20102030)
Positive Review: “I literally chill with this look. So fresh!” – Nora Q.
Negative Review: “One word: Brain freeze.” – Kevin W.
