Whether you have been a regular patron of Tony Laroni at his classic barber shop Laroni Cuts on Thompson and Third in downtown Peoria or have never even heard of the local shop, which has acquired cult status over the course of its 45-year history, be sure you get these 3 haircuts before Tony, who celebrated his 78th birthday this month, finally kicks the bucket.
MAN CURTAIN
Also known as the ‘Young Leo’ for young Leonardo DiCaprio in Titanic Duck, the man curtain is perfect for concealing forehead pimples and for sexy peering. According to Mancut Magazine, ‘Tony Laroni of Peoria, Illinois has the most refined man curtain in the midwestern United States’ (June 1993, 23). Be prepared for some of Tony’s patented humor, ‘It’s curtains for young Bobby!’ or ‘So now you need the rug to match, young Spencer?’
THE CAESAR
Simply put, if you want to look like Julius Caesar, book your haircut with Tony Laroni today, preferably in September or October.
FROSTED TIPS
Say the secret words just the tips for the famous Laroni discount on this famous 90s hairstyle. What you should not say is comb dry please. Tony does not offer that option.
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