While there has long been the notion that long beards don't belong in the workplace, there are in fact professional beard styles that look great within the bounds of corporate America. ... However, there's no need to be afraid of having a long beard when interviewing. That is — if you keep your beard clean and tidy.

Does a beard make you look unprofessional?

Beards aren't considered unprofessional all the time, in all settings and for all men. Unkempt beards are just as unkempt hair and apparel is considered unprofessional, but it's wildly inaccurate to suggest that all beards are unprofessional.

Are beards Professional 2020?

The overall verdict is that beards are still in for 2020 — but in a less-scruffy, more well-groomed way than before. Facial hair trends change quickly – read on to decide where you land on the beard vs clean-shaven spectrum.