WORLD'S CRAZIEST BEARDS

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape. Pictures show a variety of styles beard categories from Amish and Dali to Imperial and freestyle. The entrants were part of the New Orleans Just for Men National Beard and Moustache Championships in the USA.

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DARK DISNEY

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BEETLES DOOR

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ASTOUNDING VIEWS FROM THE TALLEST BUILDING IN THE WORLD

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AMAZING 3D DRAWINGS

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BRITISH KINGFISHER SPLASH

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