Beard takes a lot of patience to grow them, but the effort is worth it because it looks very attractive and helps you make a statement. Of course, beards deserve a day to themselves. No wonder, World Beard Day is celebrated every year on the first Saturday of September and 2019 will see it on September 7. The day is celebrated annually with great enthusiasm and fervour. Bearded people come together to celebrate the day regardless of their background or ethnicity and appreciate each other's beards. Usually, on this day events are held for the bearded people where they have fun and enjoy perks of having a beard. Others show support and do things to appreciate men with good facial hair. Beard Bouquets: Men Handsomely Sporting Flowers in Their Beard is One Fun Fashion Trend. 

History

Since ages, the beard has been considered a sign of masculine beauty. Having well maintained long beard has been related to social status as well. In some communities, beards are also linked to religious beliefs. Well, in different areas, beards are appreciated in different ways. Some just consider it as a part their styling some do it for their community and culture. Whatever may be the reason, beards are celebrated all across the world on World Beard Day. Another  such observance for the beard is held in the month of November, read more about What Is No-Shave November? Is It The Same as Movember? All Your Questions Answered. 

 

World Beard Day 2019 Theme

While there is no theme for World Beard Day per se this year, the generic theme of World Beard Day globally is to help to promote the status of beards.

Significance of World Beard Day 2019

World Beard Day has been celebrated in traditional ways since ages. For example, in the south of Spain, a boxing match is held between bearded and non-bearded men. Whereas in Sweden, not having a beard on that day can get you banished from the town. But the main aim of sporting a beard and celebrating World Beard Day these days is to spread awareness regarding prostate cancer. But on this day, bearded men can also avail discounts and offers from different stores.

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