We’ve all heard the saying, ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover,’ but what happens when someone’s appearance becomes a point of contention in a relationship? One man found himself in hot water when he tried to control his girlfriend’s hairstyle choices. What started as a simple disagreement over hair dye escalated into a full-blown argument, complete with a burnt breakfast and a dramatic exit.
The Hair Dilemma Begins

Sarah’s Style Changes

The Highlight Controversy

Man’s Preference for Un-dyed Hair

Trying Not to Be Controlling

Surprise Purple Highlights

The Argument Escalates

Burnt Breakfast and Harsh Words

Sarah’s Furious Response

A Dramatic Exit

Reflecting on the Situation

Edit: Acknowledging the A*****e Status

Clarifying the ‘System’

A Hair-Raising Tale of Control, Burnt Breakfast, and a Dramatic Goodbye
In a story that has us all questioning the boundaries of relationships, one man’s preference for un-dyed hair led to a heated argument with his girlfriend, Sarah. Despite his insistence that her natural hair was best, Sarah went ahead and got purple highlights. The disagreement escalated into a full-blown fight, resulting in a burnt breakfast and some harsh words exchanged. Sarah, fed up with the situation, made a dramatic exit to stay at a friend’s house. Was it an overreaction, or did our protagonist cross a line? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this hair-raising situation…
Commenter calls out terrible headline and justifies YTA judgement.

Controlling boyfriend demands girlfriend to change hair color. YTA.

Controlling boyfriend tries to dictate girlfriend’s hair, gets shut down

Partner’s desire to change matters more. YTA for being r**e.

GF’s fashion choices spark YTA’s hair-raising demand ♀️

Redditor calls out OP as the ‘nice guy’ in dispute

Red flags abound in this hair-raising breakfast showdown. YTA.

Commenter deems man the a**hole with fiery emojis

Possessive boyfriend demands girlfriend’s hair change. Commenters call him YTA.

Is this post a troll? Commenters are skeptical

Controlling boyfriend receives YTA judgement for hair demands

Man’s controlling demand to girlfriend backfires in fiery breakfast showdown

Controlling boyfriend demands obedience and breakfast, gets roasted. YTA

Commenter calls out abusive behavior, offers support to girlfriend.

Sarcastic comment and no replies, move along people

Commenter calls out controlling behavior in fiery breakfast showdown

Commenter calls out bad behavior in fiery breakfast showdown. YTA.

Commenter calls out OP for being TA and sexist.

Boyfriend gets roasted for trying to control girlfriend’s hair ♀️

Controlling partner demands girlfriend’s hair, gets rightfully called out.
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Commenter slams entitled man and praises his ex-girlfriend

Girlfriend rightfully explodes at controlling boyfriend’s unreasonable demand. YTA

Controlling demand over girlfriend’s body? YTA, no doubt.
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Commenter calls out toxic behavior, celebrates girlfriend’s decision to leave.

Controlling ex-boyfriend receives rightful judgement from commenters

Controlling boyfriend gets roasted for demanding GF’s hairstyle ♀️
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Commenter doubts authenticity of story, deems OP an a**hole.

Commenter calls out the absurdity of the article with humor

OP gets called out for being the a**hole in breakup.

Respect and freedom are key in relationships. YTA for controlling.

Controlling and insecure boyfriend gets roasted for his hair-raising demand

Controlling boyfriend demands girlfriend’s hair color, gets dumped. YTA

Controlling boyfriend demands girlfriend change hair color. YTA called out

Dumped for being a controlling, sexist and childish a**hole

Controlling partner demands hair color, girlfriend stands up. YTA

Commenter slams controlling partner in fiery breakfast showdown

Commenter calls out AH for behavior in fiery breakfast showdown.

Commenter delivers scathing verdict on the man’s behavior.

Is he trolling or just a**hole?

Reflecting on lost love and lessons learned from hair dye ♀️

Let her live her life and feel happiness however she wants

Demanding boyfriend gets called out for robotic behavior

Boyfriend’s controlling behavior and weird obsession with girlfriend’s appearance

“Diminishing her style? YTA. Hope she finds better “

Commenter calls out OP for being a major a**hole

Controlling boyfriend tries to dictate girlfriend’s appearance. YTA.

Commenter calls out the a**hole in fiery breakfast showdown

Commenter finds title accurate, deems man YTA.

Relationships can be tricky, but when does it become toxic?

Commenter deems OP as the a**hole. No replies.

Support your partner’s choices and appreciate their efforts. YTA.

Commenter calls out controlling behavior in fiery breakfast showdown. YTA.

Commenter deems person in story as the a**hole.

Supportive spouse encourages hair experimentation ♀️

Commenter finds situation hilarious and labels man as YTA.

Controlling boyfriend demands GF’s hair, gets what he deserves
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Commenter calls out OP for being controlling and unlikable

“Creative” breakfast showdown ends in disaster

Partner’s body, partner’s choice. YTA needs to grow up

Controlling your partner’s appearance is a**hole behavior

Red flags raised as controlling behavior sparks breakfast showdown

Demanding control over hair color? YTA and got served breakfast.

Let her go and move on. Respect her individuality.
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Disappointing lack of justification for man’s unreasonable demand

Controlling boyfriend demands girlfriend’s appearance, but commenters say YTA

Commenter thinks the man is the a**hole. ♀️
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Controlling boyfriend sparks fiery showdown over girlfriend’s hair ♀️

Controlling partner demands girlfriend’s hairstyle, gets dumped. YTA

Commenter calls out bad post, deems man YTA.

Commenter calls out the a**hole and supports Sarah

Commenter dismisses article with a blunt statement.

Commenter calls out bad post and judgmental behavior. YTA.

Commenter deems man as the a**hole

Man tries to control girlfriend’s appearance and gets called out YTA
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Commenter calls out controlling behavior in fiery relationship showdown

Commenter calls out toxic behavior, celebrates girlfriend’s departure

Controlling boyfriend gets roasted for hair policing.

Commenter calls out controlling behavior with humorous Barbie reference
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Supportive comment defends girlfriend’s autonomy and slams controlling behavior.

Commenter condemns man’s behavior, hopes for girlfriend’s escape
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Red flags raised in comment about toxic relationship behavior

Girlfriend’s hair belongs to her, not you. YTA.

Commenter suggests seeking therapy for extreme discomfort with inconsistency.

Commenter calls out controlling behavior with fiery language

Ex-girlfriend wins fiery breakfast showdown after OP’s controlling demand. YTA

Commenter gives harsh but helpful advice to OP.

YTA. Let her dress how she wants and stop being insecure ♂️

Dumping someone over hair color? YTA and she deserves better
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Commenter calls out OP for being condescending and childish.

Girlfriend stands up to controlling partner, inspires others to do same

Last Updated on May 22, 2023 by Diply Social Team