This guide is here to show you a variety of options for men’s hairstyles so you can choose how you want to change your look. It will show you everything from classic styles such as crew cuts and fades to modern styles like longer hair and textured crops. It will also explain how to choose hairstyles based on your lifestyle, face shape, and hair type. This guide will give you tips on how to style each haircut and help you make a decision before your next trip to the barber or hair salon.
I was on my phone looking at some past client haircuts and I saw something pretty interesting. It looks like the ones that get me the most excited aren’t even the ones that are trendy. I remember getting so excited over a really clean looking crop or a fade that completely changed the look of someone’s face. Many people don’t appreciate the skill that goes into men’s haircuts and how versatile they can be. After so many years, I’ve come to learn that the difference between a good haircut and a great one is the details. People don’t care how the hair falls at the back, how the taper meets the sideburns, or if there is actual movement and texture at the top, or if it just looks like someone slept on it funny.
I put together this collection of different cuts and styles I’ve done and loved (or have feelings about for better or worse). Some of them I could (and do) go on and on about, others I’ll keep it short and sweet since they either speak for themselves or are simply not my jam. I tried to get a bunch to cover a real range of different textures, lengths, ages, vibes, all of it. If you are about to sit down in someone’s chair and not really sure what to ask for, this is a good place to start scrolling.
#1: Refined Textured Spiky Cut with Soft Graying Edges
This style allows your gray hair to work for you instead of against you. It adds some dimension to the haircut; together with the spiky texture on top, It looks purposeful rather than just letting your hair go gray. Also, the simplicity of the cut is crucial since it’s short enough to just be a wash and go, and the layers do most of the work to make it look like you spent a lot of time on it, when in fact, all you have to do is add a bit of pomade to your hair and run your fingers through it in the morning. This is one of those haircuts that suits you best if you happen to have thick hair and an oval or square face. It is better to embrace what your hair naturally does rather than try to fight it, and this is one of my favorite things to see in guys.
#2 Short Choppy Crop with Brushed-Forward Layers and Subtle Taper
The style consists of blended chop layers 1-2 inches in length brushed forward, with soft low tapering at the temples and nape. Point cutting to create separation and some scissor over comb are the most appreciated. It provides modern texture without needing a high fade, which we can agree, most don’t want or need. Hair that is straight to slightly wavy and of decent density will give good crown lift and frame the face really well, especially square to oval shaped. The only downside is that achieving texture will require a decent amount of matte clay daily. Also, warm blonde colors will need to be toned periodically to avoid looking flat.
#3: Platinum Short Caesar with High Fade and Subtle Nape Extension
Let’s unpack this look, because it’s bold and I love it for the right person! I love the platinum short Caesar with the high skin fade and this nape extension detail most would miss, but it’s a game changer. The top is cut close, probably < 3 to 6 mm so it’s a pretty significant step with a high fade in the 0 – 1 range. The hair type is straight and fine (medium) so it looks dense at that length. Great jawline and the focus (styling) is essentially nothing but the truth is, that’s a level 10 platinum, which is super damaging. Bond builders, regular toning, and the contrast of regrowth will be obvious. The micro nape extension is the detail that keeps it from looking like a helmet. You should ask your stylist for a ‘soft scissor blend’ at the crown so that should give you some movement as well.
#4: Copper Curtain Crop with Soft Nape Feathering
I can feel the warmth from this one! This is a lovely copper color with mid-length, scissor-textured curtains, and a center swept fringe that lightly feathers at the ears and nape. Cuts like these work because everything is soft, including the perimeter taper, the fringe, and the color. This style looks great on an oval face and fine-to-medium straight hair. It creates a lot of natural movement and eye-framing without it looking like you tried too hard. For very coarse curls or low density hair, I wouldn’t recommend this style unless some layering was added to offset it. The warm copper color will also need to be toned regularly to avoid it getting muddy. Regarding the crown whorl, let your stylist know about it. There’s a left-side one here that’s directing the curtain fall, and if they know about it, they can layer around it so the balance is all there.
#5: Tapered Skin Fade with Brushed Top and Defined Temple Block
I would interpret this style as fresh and contemporary with nice sharpness that isn’t overly aggressive. The hair cut is a low to mid skin fade with two to three inches on the crown that is brushed up and held in place with enough product to maintain its shape. This look is most favorable on an oval shaped face with hair that is straight and has a slight waviness to it around the medium density. Be prepared to let your barber go to town with a 0-1-2 clip fade and do some blending with scissor over comb on top. Also, your barber should do some finishing point cuts to add texture and do some light styling with a clay that has a matte finish. This style requires the temple block to be really nice and crisp so it should be done by someone who is experienced. To keep the fade nice and tight, you should expect to be sitting in the barber chair very frequently, but this look is not the greatest for people with really fine hair or very tight curled hair. Also, take into consideration that the faded areas will be exposed to the sun, so be careful if you easily burn.
#6: Loose Center-Part Waves with Gradual Low Fade
Cuts like this are so inspiring, the movement is amazing! nIt’s a medium length top with a gradual low fade on the sides and some loose, effortless waves. nWavy hair like that, especially when it’s medium to high density, works amazingly for oval face shapes. nWhat some people may not notice right away is the internal point cut layers at the crown, which create the lift and help the hair separate to avoid clumping. nYou’ll get airy fullness on top and soft flattering face framing.n The trade off is that you need to use a blow dry and a little bit of light matte paste to achieve that look. Also, the fading section will need a clean scissor over comb blend with 1 to 3 guard progression.
#7: Bleached Twisted Crop with High Skin Fade and Dark Halo
With this type of haircut, clients should expect to see the most dramatic change and improvement in their hair. It all begins with a short crop accompanied by 1-1.5 inches of finger-styled hair for a more spaced out look over a high skin fade. For contrast with dark hair, a nape halo effect is created from the bleach as it appears to just end, which makes it look intentional. The texture is spidered, and this style works best on oval to slightly round faces with medium to high density hair that is straight or wavy, plus on top of that the twist sponge looks best for this style. More technically, bleached hair gets dry and brassy so it is important to use proteintreatment products. If the contrast between your hair and the roots is bothersome, discuss root shadowing with your stylist because it’ll provide a softer transition.
#8: Textured Fringe with Crown Lift and Soft Tapered Sides
In this case, the thickness of the hair is doing most of the work for you. The overall look is healthy and full with medium-short textured fringe and soft tapered sides with modern finishing touches. Straight, slightly wavy, and thick hair with shallow horseshoe weight line from small crown cowlick. I’d control that with a touch of internal graduation and some point cut texturing, plus scissor over comb blending. Younger oval faces like this are really flattering. You get strong top fullness, natural lift, and styles up easily with a light matte paste or seasalt spray. The only consideration with this look is that heavy fringe can compress in humidity. That crown cowlick is going to need some strategic layering or product to stay put, and will require some attention.
#9: Crisp Geometric Buzz Crop with High Skin Fade and Temple Notch
I appreciate the dedication that went into this request, but I wouldn’t recommend this to just anyone. The haircut involves an extreme short buzz crop where the top is about 4-6mm, with a high skin taper and razor sharp line at the temple. The coarseness and density of the hair combined with a square to oval face with a strong jaw creates an architectural look, and it’s ultra low maintenance — you just get up and go. The skin fade is a pretty big contrast and it will overall expose the shape of the head quite a bit. If you want to get this haircut, you’re going to need a barber who can do a skin taper and line the fades up without any hesitation. The little rectangle razor cut at the temple looks like it is correcting a bit of asymmetry, which is a really nice detail and adds to the overall tailored appearance of the hairstyle. Just ask for a soft crown blend so it doesn’t look too boxy.
#10: Platinum Textured Crop with Subtle Nape Extension
This fun and punky style showcases a platinum crop with a small nape extension, softening the back and going all around about 1 to 2 inches. It has medium-high density with permed style ringlets. The separation of curls combined with the fast styling that I appreciate, comes from perimeter graduation and texturing shears/root shadow. This looks amazing on an angular jawline. I must say, however, there is a lot of lightening involved to get here so I’ll put you on a schedule for toning and protein treatments. Also, if you have really fine hair, it may not have the same volume without some added product. It may not look as voluminous as you see here.
#11: Soft Curtain Middle Part with Feathered Nape Flow
Curtain bangs always work, and this is no exception. The bangs are mid-length and paired with a natural middle part, feathered nape, giving off that type of effortless late teens early twenties energy that you just can’t fake. The hair is lightly wavy, medium to thick density, and has a crown swirl that helps with lift. This is always the dream. It looks amazing when it is blown out or air dried. There is real styling versatility without a lot of work. To get this look you will need the length though. On curly or very fine hair this will behave differently than what you see here. It is softly point cut layers with slight graduation at the nape and minimal thinning through the ends to keep the body without a lot of bulk.
#12: Feathered Textured Crop with Tapered Sides and Choppy Fringe
It’s awesome to have a cowlick that really works as part of your style rather than something you have to fight against. For this style, the top hair will be about 1.5 to 2 inches long with spiky layered point cuts and a soft forward fringe. The sides are tapered skin tight with a scissor-over-comb blend. When this style is applied to a thick, straight, or slightly wavy hair texture, it gives the best shape and a seamless beard blend to the overall look. The cowlick will also add a good amount of lift to the hair, so you won’t have to use a lot of product. Matte paste will be your best option for some separation and your taper will need regular maintenance. I would not recommend this style for fine hair. Behind the glasses is a small disconnected temple detail that adds a really nice shape to the face. It’s that kind of detail that makes everything feel perfect.
#13: Textured Back-Swept Medium-Length Cut with Feathered Nape
There’s something so nice about the airiness of this soft low temple taper. The nape of the haircut has a nice feathery look, and the length on top and back is textured and swept back. This is a very nice look that is best suited for wavy, medium to thick hair, and is ideal for square and oval faces. A little crown cowlick is a lift I like to work with, rather than seeing it as a problem. I would give this a detailed finish with scissor-over-comb work, point cutting, and some light texturizing. To finish, I would use a matte paste to keep it looking natural and not stiff. The movement and the emphasis on the jawline looks stunning, but keep in mind that it requires daily product. You need to be careful with the layering at the nape, though, or it can become bulky quickly.
#14: Plush Magenta Crop with Razor Part and Low Skin Fade
I appreciate this statement on the right person. Quite short uniform crop and about half-an-inch on top with a clean razor hard part and a low skin taper, plus that magenta color is just… VIVID. It matches with strong angular jaws and works best on straight to slightly coarse very dense hair. Getting to this point means a lift to level 9 or 10 and then laying down a magenta toner using a bond builder so this is definitely not a low maintenance commitment. The contrast is very noticeable. Touch up’s in the morning is minimal (just a little matte paste). The color maintenance is the tricky part. If you’re thinning at the crown or have very soft fine hair this probably isn’t your cut. That plush, fur-like finish is achieved with heavy point-cutting and softening shears. So bring photos and talk to your colorist about lift limits before anyone picks up a brush.
#15 Wet-Look Textured Short Crop with Subtle Cowlick
This is a nice cut and I end up doing something like this a lot, a short textured crop with the top sitting around 1.5 – 2.5 inches and a low taper at the temples. This style suits square to oval face shapes nicely, and if your hair is on the thick and straight to slight wave end you’ll definitely get that nice piecey separation from point cutting and razor texturising without too much effort. It gives you a nice controlled and modern movement that isn’t overly trendy, if that makes sense. The thing to note is that this has a prominent frontal cowlick and diagonal growth pattern so if you want everything to stay in place you’ll need a firmer matte clay or sea salt spray, and your stylist has to stagger the lengths in the fringe otherwise you’ll just end up with a triangular shape and nobody wants that.
#16 Soft Brushed-Back Medium Curtain with Natural Crown Shelf
I would like to touch base on the crown feature detail. It is a medium length ear to nape curtain with soft point cut layers and internal graduations which create a shelf at the crown that lifts the cut with no effort. It looks stunning on oval faces and straght medium density hair, there is a touch of effortlessness to it, and the face framing is beautiful. It has lovely airy movement and doesn’t feel too dense. For this to work the length is necessary and it will fall differently on fine or tight curly textures. A tension blow dry or a light cream pomade will hold that shelf, but it really shouldn’t need much more than that.
#17 Textured Wavy Crop with Natural Front Cowlick and Tapered Sides
This is a brief crop style while the top is about 2-3 inches and the sides are scissor tapered. There are no skin fades here which is nice because not every style has to go to skin. The hair is wavy and in the 2A to 2B range with medium to thick density. With a clear central cowlick, it actually provides a natural lift and texture, and is most crucial for this style. For this cut I would suggest point-cut layers at the crown and a clipper 3-4 blend on the sides to achieve good texture and volume with minimal effort during the morning. The cowlick will require some directional cutting, and will need a matte paste or sea-salt spray to keep it in place. If your hair is fine or if you have a strong receding hairline, this style may not be the most forgiving choice for you.
#18 Loose Curtain Fringe with Layered Crown and Natural Movement
There is great energy in this look! A mid-length curtain bang with some light crown layering will give some lift without looking overly done. On an oval face, medium density wavy hair is really nice, it makes for soft framing that adds an airy touch! The best thing about it is you won’t need to do any heat styling to achieve that nice, natural, controlled mess. You’ll probably want a little bit of product to help because it will get heavy. Some texturizing will help to control the shape and manage the look, and of course, the layers from the bottom will help with that. If your stylist is aware of the internal layers, she will help create the small feathery cowlick at the part.
#19 Feathered Curtain Fringe with Low Nape Taper
This cut features the back undulating slightly under the collar with a soft nape taper, and point cut face framing layers with about 5 to 7 inches on top. This style is flattering on oval and heart shaped faces. If your hair is straight, wavy, or of medium density, you’ll get a lot of airy movement and a built in crown lift that makes the cut look like it’s doing something even on a lazy day. All it takes is a blow dry and a little bit of light matte cream and you’re good to go! Those with coarse and thick hair might need some internal texturising to prevent the hair from looking overly heavy and if you have a front cowlick, that will need a little more product. I’ve noticed some subtle diagonal back texturing at the crown which creates a nice natural shelf without too much heavy layering, so it keeps it light all the way around.
#20: Mid-Length Sunlit Brushed-Back Layers with Subtle Nape Flip
When it comes to these styles, I always check the nape of the neck. It’s like the ultimate test of whether the stylist really knew what they were doing or just playing it safe, and this one has a subtle reverse graduation at the nape which creates a little flip that looks completely natural. It’s a mid-length, brushed-back cut that goes past the ears and touches the nape with gentle face-framing layers, and the hair is naturally wavy with a medium to thick density. There’s a small crown cowlick that gives lift when blow-dried and that will work in your favor here. A nape length, oval face and trimmed beard combo is really flattering with lots of movement, and that dimensional sunlit colour adds warmth without looking like you tried. A round brush blowout is essential, and you’ll probably require some light hold/product. You may need some texturizing shears to take out weight through the sides.
#21: Textured Cropped Mullet with Low Taper Fade
I get that the mullet is controversial, and I admire that the hairstyle is done with intention and skill. I think it looks good! The short, choppy top is nice, and is about 1.5 to 3 inches and has a razor cut, then a slightly longer nape, paired with a low taper. Overall, it is modern and has shape instead of looking like someone just didn’t cut the back. The hair is straight to mildly wavy with medium density and has a cowlick in the crown which will give a natural lift to the hair. To get this look I would use point cutting, razor texturing, and then all the clipper guards 1 to 4. The shape and movement will be great but to get this look, you will need a daily texturizing product. You will also need to keep on top of the nape blended because as the hair grows, it will lose its edge, so be proactive about that!
#22 Soft Textured Quiff with Low Taper and Natural Sun Highlights
I believe various men would suit this style. With a soft, textured quiff and low tapered sides at a clipper 1 to 2 blend and 1.5 to 2.5 inches on top. Scissor over comb with point cutting looks very done. This is for oval to rectangular faces. Straight to slightly wavy medium density hair is ideal and sun-lightened ends give some depth which is lost if the ends are a solid color. The only real maintenance is a matte paste to keep the style and control a mild cowlick.
#23 Textured Short Crop with High Skin Fade and Peppered Temple Detail
These details including the light peppered texture in the beard and the temples add exceptional uniqueness to the style. If the hair were one solid, dark color, the style would lack a lot of character. We are talking about short textured crops with around one to one and a half inches on top, a high skin to number 1 micro fade, and razor texturizing on some medium thick hair that is slightly wavy. Scissor point cutting allows for lift and separation where desired and the defined hairline holds everything in place looking nice and sharp. The end result is a low bulk, modern, easy to style in the morning kind of cut. You will need matte paste and a decent amount of know-how in the blending, because a micro fade like this shows every imperfection.
#24 Short Textured Crop with High Taper and Natural Hairline
This is a pretty clean style with a 1 to 1.5 inch top, high taper, and a soft natural hairline that is not overlined or forced. For this I would suggest straight medium to thick hair, and an oval face is kind of ideal. The point cut texturing with clipper over comb blending at the parietal ridge gives you lift without product being absolutely necessary. It frames a narrower jaw and gives a clean look without being too harsh. The trade off is you won’t have a ton of styling variety, the fade will need to be touched up regularly and if your hair is fine or you have strong cowlicks, this will show them.
#25 Textured Medium Top with Low Taper and Beard Blend
This beard blend is one of the most important details that elevates the hairstyle with the beard if you will. Ideal for oval faces, the cut has a few inches of hair on top and a low beard scallop taper that blends into the beard. Hair that is thick and slightly wavy with a small crown cowlick will provide a lot of lift on its own. I would suggest using scissor over comb graduation into a 1 or 2 low taper to achieve that and then point texturizing the hair for more finesse. For some height and structure to the hair, I would advise using a matte paste or clay, but this is definitely not for really fine hair. The beard connector needs to be very clean otherwise the whole style will be out of proportion.
#26 Salt-and-Pepper Textured Crop with Low Fade and Defined Hairline
He has a face that allows him to get away with a cropped haircut like that. A crop of less than 2 inches on top with a low skin fade and a clean natural hairline is a great look. His natural waves with a medium density salt and pepper hair does a disproportionate amount of work here. It’s one of those situations where the gray looks better than fighting it. The oval rectangular shaped face and the lightweight cut makes him look younger than mid 40s. The face is well defined, and with a longer style, that would not be the case. The cut looks like it has a matte paste to create the separation, and some scissor-texturing to manage a subtle crown cowlick. The fade appears to be a 0 to 1.5 clipper fade with point cut tops. It looks like he should have daily product in it, but the end result is worth the work.
#27 Textured Modern Pompadour with Low Tapered Sides
This is a unique version of a pompadour style that is not likely to be replicated by many people, but for those who have the confidence to wear a style like this, it serves as an excellent example. The top hair is medium in length and is swept back into a textured pomp style. There is also a low taper on the sides with sufficient root lift and the profile is very clear with a lot of natural movement and does not have that helmet look. The best suited for this style are those with oval to square shaped faces and thick straight to wavy hair. The payoff will be worth the daily blow dry and round brush effort paired with some matte clay. To style this look, it will take approximately five minutes. Expect a subtle front cowlick, which will require some extra length in the front and some scissor-over-comb shaping to get it to behave, so be sure to request this from your barber.
#28: Textured Corkscrew Curls with Low Tapered Sides
I adore how this style feels and looks. I love how short and medium corkscrews look, along with how the low taper plus textures look when maintained. It is also a bonus to have thick curls that suit an oval face, with the crown rotation giving an off center part, along with a curl that also frames the forehead. The taper also balances well with a beard. The clumping with the volume is also amazing. Unfortunately, Frizz and humidity will always be a problem so a leave in curling cream is a must. For the best results diffuse on low heat and make sure that the person cutting the taper is using a scissor over comb method. Also, ask them to point cut instead of just buzzing through the hair.
#29: Clean Mid Skin Fade with Textured Top and Beard Connector
I appreciate how clean and precise the cut is. A mid-skin fade with a top textured at 1.5 to 2 inches looks amazing. Also, I like the beard connector that is shaped to mirror the jawline. With straight hair and an oval face, he barbershop cut modernly and beautifully frames the jaw, and it looks great with glasses. The fade technique looks like a 0 to 2 clipper fade with scissor-over-comb blending on top finished with matte clay to separate the hair. While it may look like low upkeep, a lot goes into this style. The fade to beard alignment looks like it requires a lot of skill, and of course, daily product is a must to keep the texture intact. Finding someone with that level of skill is a must.
#30 Short Tapered Curls with Crisp Line-Up and Low Fade
Hair ranging from 3C to 4A textures will require less effort than other textures due to how present the hair is. This is mainly due to the fact that the hair cut will focus on shaping and contouring the existing natural density. The low fade, sharp line-up, and top of 1-1.5 inches will help accentuate the wearer’s oblong or oval face shape, providing a professional, clean look. The volume is controlled enough so that it does not look out of control. The daily routine is simple and consists of a curl sponge and a light curl cream to define the curl. Regular maintenance, especially the use of a moisturizer, will be required to keep the curl from becoming too shrunken and dry. Most people with this hair texture consider it a part of the process. The hair at the hairline has a forward curl which creates the look of a soft mini-fringe. Because of this, it is important to keep the front longer to provide the curl more to work with. For this cut, expect a fade cut with clippers from 0.5 to 2 and some scissor texturizing at the crown.
#31 Defined Tight Curls with Low Taper and Clean Line-Up
This cut has the same energy as the last, just different. A short, tight curl top with a low taper and clean lineup that looks amazing on dense, coily hair. The formula is: scissor shape some of the curl tips, do some light texturizing at the crown, then do a clipper fade around 0-2 on the sides to take off side weight. The curl definition and the framing modern is really put together without looking like you tried. The important pieces to this look are a lightweight curl cream or gel to control the frizz. Make sure you fade the crown because it can get bulky The crown consists of small rosettes curl clusters that will be adjusted to create a better shape. That small detail is extremely important.
#32 Wavy Mid-Length Curtain Cut with Nape Flip and Crown Lift
The haircut is designed to look effortless, but of course, some styling will be involved. The goal is to have a soft nape flip that will brush the tops of the ears or collars. Ideally, with medium thickness and naturally wavy hair, plus a defined jaw, the face-framing layers paired with the curtain bangs will do the majority of the work, as the layers are aimed at the jaw creating fringe. Personally, I prefer to work with the crown whorl rather than against it, and this is also my benchmark for natural movement and framing lift – so it looks great. The catch to this is that some volume and styling product are required to hold the look – be it hair cream or sea salt spray. If you have fine hair, this look might not be for you, as it won’t achieve the same result without a good old-fashioned texturing.
#33 Relaxed Wavy Mid-Length Curtain with Feathered Face-Framing
I love this! The relaxed face framing layers sit just above the nape and give the impression of hair that gets complimented even when it’s done nothing. This looks best on an oval face and it’s great for wavy hair of medium thickness with an age range from teens to early 20’s. The hair should be long as well and layered with point cutting in the crown for texture. This helps remove a lot of weight to keep it from getting too heavy. The style is very minimal and just requires a bit of mousse or cream. You will definitely need some product to define the texture but the layers to avoid nape bulk is a must. I noticed some natural banding on the outer strands that add a lot of dimension and this is one of those details that gets lost when a cut is done poorly but I think it’s good to keep that.
#34 Medium Side-Swept Curtain with Feathered Ends and Subtle Highlights
For this look, I would suggest about three to four inches in length on top, along with a side-swept curtain with feathered ends. This hairstyle suits oval to rectangular face shapes, and I find it to have a certain softness to it which is quite attractive. Straight hair with a subtle wave and medium density provides just the right amount of volume for this look. Point cutting and razor texturizing take this to a natural balance so that it doesn’t look too overdone. The subtle ash-bronze streaks provide a lot of depth and a big plus of lower color upkeep. Some blow-dry or round-brush skills will be needed for this look to fall just right, as it may struggle with tight curls or fine hair. Since there is a forward cowlick at the crown, be sure to tell your stylist to leave some extra length on top for this as well.
#35 Wavy Brushed-Back Top with Soft Temple Taper
A soft temple taper with brushed-back wavy medium hair is simple enough that it is easy to forget how great it can look on faces that are oval to square with medium high density. It is a haircut that will suit most. This haircut will contain a left to right cowlick. The stylist will need to know about it: scissor over comb on top, clipper number 3 or 4 on the sides, and soft temple blends. The crown lift and textured movement from a round brush with matte paste styling will look really nice. The cut will need some length to shape it properly. The style has the potential to get product build up and looks good with less product so keep it simple on this one.
#36: Textured Wavy Mid-Length Crop with Soft Crown Lift
I’d call this a lived-in cut in a good way, with a medium length that falls over the ears to the nape. It should have a medium-high density and natural, loose waves, with some personality to it. A built-in crown, lift, and movement helps it style easily with some curl cream and a diffuser. It’s the goal most of the time that it looks like you have great hair, not a great haircut. It can frizz in humidity though, and there’s a left-temple cowlick that will push the fringe forward if you don’t manage it. Technically, it’s point cut internal layers with light razor texturizing at the ends and diffuse drying to encourage clumping, nothing too complicated really. It needs someone who gets wavy hair.
#37 Textured Taper Fade with Defined Top
This is a great style if you like to keep your hair looking nice, but don’t want to do a lot to it. With tapered sides and a voluminous top, you don’t have to do much talking. The contrast with thick hair is a great highlight for the face. This will look great for those with oval and square face shapes. The edges will require a little more maintenance and probably more trips to the barbers, but the cut is so modern that I think it will suit most guys.
#38 Sleek Brushed-Back Waves with Fade
At top volume, we keep the gentlemans touch, and offer versatility and a fade on the sides, so everything is low maintenance below the part line. The waves on top give a lot of character and movement, which a straight slick back just wouldn’t have. The look is optimal for medium to thick hair types as that density is required to achieve fullness. Keep in mind, your hair won’t come out of the shower with the waves already styled. On days you care, a few minutes of styling product and possibly a blow dry will be needed.
#39 Classic Side-Swept Waves with Natural Texture
This example is great as the natural wavy finish looks classy worn to one side. The cascading waves on top are very charming and the side gradation creates harmony in the look. This style is perfect for those with naturally wavy or curly hair as it requires minimal maintenance. It is a style that suits all face shapes which I can’t say for all cuts. When looks are repeated with a lot of styling the outcome can be messy and deflated, but this style is great for thin hair as it gives the appearance of more volume.
#40 Refined Salt-and-Pepper Taper Cut with Textured Top
If you are hesitant about the first signs of greying hair, this may give you a new perspective. The taper adds a level of sophistication, and the textured top ensures the overall look does not come off too conservative. The combination of grey and darker tones gives a more refined feel that fits perfectly with this style. The look works best medium to thick hair, and the short length means you can put little to no effort in to your hair in the morning, which I know is a big priority for a lot of male clients. While you lose some flexibility with styling with this look versus longer hair, the trade off in terms of sophistication and effort is well worth it.
#41 Sharp Tonal Contrast Quiff with Undercut
The quiff and undercut go well together, and offer a fantastic overall look for the style. It frames the face better than most other simpler haircuts, meaning it works best on oval and square face shapes. This style works exceptionally well with medium density hair because the quiff will stand without looking overdone and provide enough height and texture. It is not a wash and go style because it requires a lot of effort and frequent barber visits to keep the lines clean and the quiff voluminous. With this style, a lightweight pomade that won’t weigh your hair down will be best.
#42 Naturally Tousled Waves with Subtle Highlights
Do you want to have that just come from the beach vibe with your hair? Then this hairstyle will accomplish just that! Soft waves that are tousled and naturally highlighted and easy color will give you that effortless style. This looks best with medium density hair and the layers will add to face framing warmth. Both the cut and style are low maintenance and easy, just a bit of product is needed to hold waves. A light hairspray or mousse will keep the cut bouncy without that crunchy feeling. This cut is ideal for someone who says “I don’t want to try,” and the best part is that really is the goal!
#43 Flowing Chestnut Waves with Subtle Highlights
Shoulder length hair with chestnut color and layered waves can be beautiful and functional. Highlights near the face brighten the entire complexion and warm it up in a way that solid color hair lacks. With medium and thick hair, layered waves work to create volume in a genuinely stunning way. Natural waves are simply allowed to shine, and when texture is present, that’s always my preference. To keep the waves looking nice, you’ll probably need styling products; I suggest using a light mousse and a diffuser, but this style is more about working with your hair than fighting against it.
#44 Sun-Kissed Tousled Waves with Mid-Length Layers
These layers will do a lot of work for you, cutting bulk and enhancing waves and adding liveliness to thick strands at this length. Soft layering on oval and square face shapes will soften the jawline, and paired with a natural gradient color, it will add depth to the hair and will help ease the growing out process if that’s a concern you hear often. It will be casual, charming and modern. Those waves will need some work to keep the shape, and on the days your hair doesn’t want to cooperate, a sea-salt spray or a light cream will revive it.
#45 Polished Silver Slick-Back with Natural Gray Gradient
I have a major weakness for men with natural gray hair and slick-back hairstyles. The gradation from dark roots to silver looks so classy. The cropped sides really enhance the face, especially for those with oval and square shaped faces. It gives the confidence of a clean business style with volume that needs minimal product to style and casual looks. As for the side fades, yes, they require a lot of maintenance at the barbershop, but with the right hair cut and the right confidence, the styling options are a bit restricted since the hair can really only go one way, but that’s sometimes all you need.
#46 Rugged Deep-Parted Wavy Top with Clean Sides
What I like most about this style is its versatility. Not every style can take you from work to the weekend without looking out of place. The deep side part with waves blending into the clean short sides is great for thick wavy hair. It gives you a lot of volume and texture with movement. You can push it back for a polished look and wave it if you want a more relaxed vibe. This style is great for softening the jaw line which is particularly flattering for square and oval face shapes. The difference in length on top and sides means a bit of regular maintenance to keep it looking sharp but for a style with this level of versatility, it’s an easy trade off.
#47 Structured Salt-and-Pepper Crew Cut with Detailed Edging
The classic crew cut with a naturally salt-and-pepper color really stands out because of how clean the edging is around his ears and neckline. It is a small detail but it really does make the difference between looking like you just got an awesome haircut or looking like you just got a haircut (if that makes sense). For thick hair, the length is a dream in terms of grooming time – basically zero – and the clean edges go with a lot of different face shapes. The combination of colors adds character that a solid color wouldn’t, and there is a reason this combination has been around forever. The only real commitment is frequent trims to keep those edges clean.
#48 Defined Kinky Curls with Precise Temple Fade
When the hair texture is managed properly, it looks great when it has tight, dense curls on the top and a clean fade on the temples on both sides. The fade blends in nicely with the hairline and enhances the symmetry of the face. The style is ideal for round or square sculpted face shapes because the less volume on the sides makes the face appear longer. Styling your hair will be super easy if you have thick coarse hair, but you will have to be consistent with your moisture routine. To avoid the frizz that is characteristic of coily hair, consistent conditioning of the curls is a must. With tightly coiled hair, there’s no way around this, but the routine is definitely worth the effort if you stick to it, as it will pay off big time.
#49 Modern Brushed-Up Top with Tapered Sides
This hairstyle is neat, professional, and shows some personality. The top is brushed up, giving the appearance of more height and structure, while the tapered sides soften the overall look and keep the attention where it counts. Because of the moderate length, this hairstyle is versatile and good for a range of occasions. Hair of medium density and a bit of natural texture will hold that brushed up shape the best. Hair that is very fine and thin is more likely to fall limp and may need more product to help the hair stay styled. Most people will find that this hairstyle offers a good compromise and looks modern without being overly styled.
#50 Striking Silver Waves with Gentle Taper
Honestly, this is the kind of cut that makes me want to tell every guy with salt and pepper hair to grow the hair on top a little and try to get some waves, because the outcome could be this good. The combination of medium-length nice waves and soft taper on the sides is clean and not too tight, and the silver strands in the hair adds visual texture that you simply cannot get with any color. The ideal combination for this is naturally wavy hair with a medium density, which is why this cut will require a lot of styling to keep the waves from collapsing into some sort of obnoxious blob, but given how nice and effortless this cut looks, I think the effort is entirely justified. I think this style suits a lot of men, especially those who have stopped worrying about gray hairs.
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