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Last updated: 6 july, 2010 - 16:14 GMT

Iran issues list of acceptable haircuts for men

An Iranian woman stands next to a board bearing pictures of men's hairstyles authorised by the ministry of guidance at an official hairdressing show in Tehran on 5 July 2010

The Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has published photos of approved hairstyles in preparation for a conference on modesty and the veil

Iran's Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has published a catalogue of state-approved hairstyles for men.

Ponytails, mullets and elaborate spikes have all been deemed unacceptable, but side-partings and even Elvis quiffs are allowed.

Behzad Bolour presents a music programme on the BBC's Persian TV service.

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First broadcast 6 July 2010

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