More Than Haircuts.
A Movement
Built for Barbers.
Outlaw Barber Society celebrates barber culture, entrepreneurship, community, and the stories behind the chair.
June 2026
Featured Barber
Every month OBS spotlights an elite barber making a real impact in the culture.
June
Owner · J&S Big Fellas · Chicago, IL
"Running a shop is bigger than haircuts. It's about building something your community can be proud of — a place where people belong.
June has built J&S Big Fellas into a community cornerstone on Chicago's south side. A full-service shop, a gathering place, and a testament to what barber entrepreneurship looks like when you commit to the culture.
Cut of
the Month
Submit your best work. OBS spotlights the most impressive cuts, fades, and styles from barbers nationwide. Winners get featured to the whole community.
1,847+
Entries This Year
214+
Cities Represented
89
Shops Featured
12K+
Community Members
How It Works
OBS Interviews
Latest Interviews
Barber interviews, shop features, and culture content — straight from the chair.
Interview Prep
The Setup — OBS founder gets ready to sit down with Faheem Shabazz for a candid conversation on craft, barbering, and the culture.
Faheem Shabazz — The Interview
Sitting down with Faheem Shabazz to talk craft, community, and what it really means to be an outlaw in the barber game.
Introduction — Faheem Shabazz
Meet Faheem Shabazz — OBS sits down with one of the culture's most respected voices for an introduction to the man behind the craft.
Cutting Skills or Customer Service?
Faheem Shabazz breaks down the age-old debate — what matters more behind the chair, your skills or how you treat people?
More Game with Faheem Shabazz
Faheem Shabazz keeps it going — more real talk on the barber game, the culture, and what it takes to stay sharp.
Zack — Owner of Great Debaters
OBS sits down with Zack, owner of Great Debaters in Chicago — breaking down the business of barbering, building community, and what it takes to run a shop the right way.
June — Owner of J&S Big Fellas
OBS sits down with June, owner of J&S Big Fellas in Chicago — a real conversation on running a shop, building a legacy, and staying true to the craft.
Cory Majors — The Right Touch Barber & Beauty
OBS sits down with Cory Majors, owner of The Right Touch Barber and Beauty in Indianapolis — a real conversation on craft, running a shop, and building something that serves the whole community.
Jomo Cole — Primetime Barbershop
OBS sits down with Jomo Cole of Primetime Barbershop in Indianapolis — a candid conversation on the craft, the culture, and building something real in the Midwest.
From The Interviews
Barber Bag
Breakdown
The tools, equipment, and products our featured barbers actually use behind the chair. No sponsorships — just real recommendations from real professionals.
Andis Master Clippers
"Recommended by Faheem Shabazz — 'The most reliable clipper in the game. Built for professionals.'"
Wahl Magic Clip
"Seen in multiple OBS interviews — a staple for smooth fades and tight tapers."
BaByliss FX Trimmer
"The go-to for clean lines. Used by barbers across all OBS shop features."
Oster Fast Feed
"Preferred by June at J&S Big Fellas — 'Runs all day, never lets you down.'"
Barbicide Disinfectant
"Non-negotiable in every featured shop. Clean tools are the foundation of professional barbering."
Artero Strops & Razor
"For the barbers who take shaves seriously — the straight razor game elevates everything."
Gear featured from OBS interviews — watch the full interviews on the Features page.
Culture & Community
Shop
Spotlights
The shops that shape the culture. From Chicago to wherever the craft lives — OBS puts real barbershops on the map.
Chicago, IL
J&S Big Fellas
Owner: June
Community cornerstone on the south side.
Chicago, IL
Great Debaters
Owner: Zack
Where every cut starts a conversation.
Chicago, IL
Herberts Barber & Beauty
Owner: Faheem Shabazz
Legacy, craft, and community since 1983.
OBS Platform
Barber
Entrepreneurship
OBS is more than a platform — it's a resource for barbers who want to build real businesses and lasting careers.
Brand Identity
Build a name people remember. Your brand is your reputation — inside and outside the shop.
Clientele Growth
Fill your chair consistently. Learn how OBS-featured barbers built loyal, referral-driven books.
Business Operations
Run your shop like a CEO. Pricing, scheduling, products, and payroll — from barbers who've done it.
Professional Growth
Level up your craft and your career. Continuing education, competition, and community.
Be Part of
the Movement
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Wear the Culture
Every piece supports the platform. OBS apparel is how you rep the movement — in the shop, on the street, and everywhere in between.
Social Proof
The Movement Is Growing
Real barbers. Real culture. A community built nationwide.
Contest Entries
Cities Represented
Featured Shops
Community Members
The Verdict
The Culture Speaks
"I wear OBS in the shop every day. My clients ask about it constantly. This brand is the real deal — premium quality, no shortcuts."
Marcus D.
Master Barber, Chicago
"Bought the whole collection for my team. We look like a brand now. OBS made us feel like the professionals we are."
Dre Williams
Shop Owner, Atlanta
"The Limited Drop Platinum Tee is insane. Heavyweight, the print quality is fire. Already copped three. Will not stop."
Carlos M.
Barber & Tattoo Artist, LA
"Finally a barber brand that actually knows fashion. The cuts are clean, the fabrics are heavy, the drops sell out fast for a reason."
Jaylen T.
Streetwear Collector, NYC
"OBS is the brand I wish existed when I started. It represents everything about this culture — the craft, the streets, the grind."
Rico Styles
Barber & Influencer, Houston
"Six chairs, everyone wearing OBS. We look like a movement. The quality holds up after a hundred washes — that's how you know it's real."
Aaron B.
Barbershop Owner, Detroit