What is a mutton chop?

A mutton chop is a style of facial hair that consists of long sideburns that extend down to the corners of the mouth, resembling the shape of a chop of mutton meat. This style of facial hair was popular in the 19th century and is sometimes referred to as sideburns or whiskers. Mutton chops can be grown in various lengths and thicknesses, depending on personal preference. They can be worn alone or in combination with a beard or mustache. The mutton chop style saw a resurgence in popularity in the 1970s and continues to be worn by some individuals today.