[Toni]

You're right about the hair density and if you do have his hair type, a basic haircut on the back and sides (not too short) then have the top cut about 2 1/2 to 3" in length and then it should be "texture cut". A stylist will understand that this means cutting into the ends to chop up the length so it will not lay down smoothly onto itself as a perfect layer cut would do. This will allow the "grain" of your hair to be mussed up a bit. A tiny bit of texturizing gel applied to hair that is barely damp, while finger combing (can use blow dryer on low/slow setting, if needed). If your hair is coarse enough, just messing up the top of your hair when damp will support this hairstyle.

Have fun with it! And remember, it's all in finding the right barber/stylist to get you a great choppy cut and the rest will be as easy as washing it and wearing it!