Top Hairstyles For Man Inspirations for 2023
Posted on Jul 20, 2023
With all the options available, finding hairstyles for men has become easier than ever. That said, finding the right men's hairstyles is still a challenge. We hope that this guide can help.
What You Will Learn
We'll go over men's haircut options for different hair lengths and textures, as well as some tips on how to find the right hair style for men looking to try something new.
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Long Hairstyles for Men
Gone are the days when long hair on men was a rarity. It's common to see guys from all walks of life rocking longer hair, sometimes with long bangs to compliment it. Of course, some styles made by hairdresser require more blow drying and some hair products, while others need minimal styling. Here are some of our favourites.
The Man Bun
An instant classic, this style works equally well with straight hair or naturally textured hair. Keep the bun below the crown of your head to show off the natural shape of your face- you can even pull out a few strands for a more casual look or leave your hair brushed slickly back for a formal appearance.
The Middle Part
This simple hairstyle works well with either medium-length hair or long hair. It's relatively low maintenance, and you can add some layers to give it texture. You'll want to condition your hair regularly if you wear it like this- everything looks better than dry, split ends.
Dreadlocks
An excellent go-to option for men whose hair has a lot of natural texture, these are a great protective style for men of colour with long natural hair. You're not limited to wearing this cool hairstyle down, either- sweep your long hair up into a bun for a change of pace.
Do not miss our post on how to find a hair stylist.
Medium Long Hairstyles for Men
If you're not feeling like a very short haircut but also not feeling long hair right now, then a medium-length men's haircut is a great choice- there are many options for all hair types.
Undercut Hairstyle
This is an excellent compromise between short hair and medium-length styles, with shaved hair keeping your head cool on the sides and a lot of hair on top. This works best if your hair's natural texture is relatively smooth but can look great with slightly wavy hair.
Slicked Back
If you want to maintain a medium hair length but keep things formal, this is an incredible haircut. A good option for guys with fine hair, this men's haircut is simple to achieve and maintain. You may want to use a blow dryer to train your strands to stay in place, then apply product to keep them there.
Medium Haircut With Texture
This is a fantastic haircut for guys looking to balance their face shape with a bit more length. You can achieve a textured hairstyle by asking your barber to add more texture to the hair on top after trimming the sides or by styling it with the product at home.
Short Hairstyles for Men
Many classic men's haircuts fall into this category, but that doesn't mean that short hair has to look conservative or boring. Here are some of our favourite men's short hairstyles to try out.
Short Spiky Hair
This short haircut works well for both thick and thin hair. You can rock a spiky style with shaved sides, a high fade, or let your hair grow slightly longer on the sides for some texture. Invest in some product to keep everything defined and experiment with different angles.
Pompadour Haircut
This is one of the most famous men's haircuts for guys with short hair. This hairstyle looks best with some effort, though- be prepared to style your damp hair with grooming tonic and a round brush, then finish with a bit of pomade for extra hold. A pompadour looks great on guys with facial hair, too.
Ivy League Haircut
One of the classic men's short hairstyles, this tapered haircut has a bit more length on the sides and top than a high fade haircut. If you have a natural side parting that you want to keep, this is an excellent way to lean into it.
Pro Tip: People ask us all the time, "So, how often should men get a haircut?" If your hair is shorter, once a month is the minimum to keep things looking sharp. For longer styles, you can push it more.
Braid Hairstyles for Men
If you have thick hair, then the possibility of braids has entered your mind at some point. You've even experimented with a few styles in the past. Here are some options that we've found.
Long Braids
These are the peak of versatility. Wear them long and loose for a casual look, or sweep them up into a bun or ponytail for something more sophisticated. Just be careful to have them taken down occasionally and put into different styles to prevent loss or breakage.
Braided Bun with Skin Fade
When paired with a high skin fade, braided patterns really stand out. Use your scalp as your canvas and work your hair into unique designs with this style. You're guaranteed to turn heads.
Cornrows
Tight and tidy-looking, these are an excellent choice for men looking for a lower-maintenance braided style. There's a reason that cornrows have never gone out of fashion, and we don't see them going away soon.
Curly Hairstyles for Men
Whether you're looking for short men's haircuts or a long hair design to showcase your natural curls, you're in luck. Curly hair is attractive and versatile, and there are endless possibilities for both curly and wavy hair. Here are some of our top picks.
Flat Top
Not just for guys with a straight hair type, this taper fade haircut cleans up the sides and tames the hair on top, leaving curls looking clean and defined. We recommend this for guys with thicker hair types.
Textured Fade
With a bit more length than a taper fade, this leaves a lot more volume up top and some length on the sides- great for thick hair. By using a textured cut on curly hair up top, this comparatively low fade haircut lets you play with the volume and get creative. Also great for thick wavy hair.
Frohawk
Similar to a mohawk haircut but for guys with a lot of texture and very curly hair. This is one of the best haircuts for men with a sense of adventure looking for something unique and on-trend. This haircut starts with a clean-looking bald fade and works its way up into something truly epic.
Best Hairstyles for Men
Now that you've seen some options, here are a few more of our top picks. Look at these awesome haircuts for men- some are newer, while others are twists on classic styles.
Quiff Haircut
Unless you've been hiding under a rock, you're probably familiar with the quiff hairstyle in at least one of its variations. The tapered quiff is one of the classic fade haircuts that's been around for years, and some guys are not opting for a textured, spiky variation to keep things fresh.
Shaved Sides
Sometimes called a Whitewall, this haircut exposes maximum scalp on the sides and back. If done right, this hairstyle is both low-maintenance and downright badass. It's an excellent choice for anyone looking to keep things simple while still looking awesome (it also works well for anyone with thinning hair).
Angular Fringe
This unique cut looks good if you're also rocking a facial hairstyle like a short beard. You can wear the fringe down for something genuinely special or slick it back when you want it out of the way. Why not have fun with it?
Burst Fade Mohawk
This is a fun style; it even looks good on guys with thinner hair. One of our favourite ways to wear this is by shaving some designs into the sides for added texture and visual interest.
Mullet
We know what you're thinking, but trust us- this can, in fact, look awesome when done right. Short on the front and longer on the back and sides, this 80s-style haircut is making a comeback because it suits so many face shapes.
Conclusion
We hope our style guide has inspired you and given you some ideas for your next look. Finding the right haircut doesn't have to be a hassle. Once you've chosen the one you want, bring some pictures to help your stylist understand what you're looking for. With so many hairstyles for men available, choosing a new one should be fun. If we've missed anything, please let us know.
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