Top 28 Men's Haircuts in 2025 (With Expert Styling Tips)

Ask your barber or stylist for one of these trendy men’s styles

Co-authored by Igor Sadurskii and Elaine Heredia, BA

Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Fact Checked

2025 was an amazing year for men's haircuts! We saw several traditional hairstyles make a comeback with modern twists (like the mod cut and the pompadour). We also witnessed some new Gen Z styles that have gone viral on TikTok (like the Broccoli cut and 70/30 cut). As we approach the end of 2025, let's take a look back at the men's haircut trends we're carrying into the new year, with style tips from professional hairstyling experts.

Popular Men's Haircuts in 2025

70/30 haircut
Broccoli cut
Buzz cut
Caesar cut
Comb-over
Crew cut

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70/30 Haircut

This medium style has an uneven part and looks good on almost everyone. The 70/30 haircut isn't new, but it surged in popularity again thanks to K-pop boy band members and TikTok. It's so named because 70% of the hair is parted to one side, and the other 30% is parted to the other side.
- How to style it: Dampen your hair and part it above one eyebrow. Then work a quarter-sized amount of hair cream or mousse into your hair to push and lock the sections of hair on either side of your part in place.
- Looks great on: Wavy or straight hair, any face shape
Meet the wikiHow Experts

Igor Sadurskii is a traditional barber and educator who has traveled to more than 10 countries to teach master classes in barbering.

Marius Morf has 10 years of experience in the hairstyling industry. His salons serve all genders and specialize in cuts, coloring, and general hair care.

Nick Arrojo is a master hairstylist with over 35 years of experience. You may also recognize him from his stint as a hairdresser on TLC's What Not to Wear.

Janet Miranda is a professional hairstylist and makeup artist who specializes in makeup and hair for advertising, commercial, editorial, runway, special events, television, and videos.

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Broccoli Cut

This cut emphasizes a high fade and a full head of hair on top. The Broccoli cut is so named because it's most often styled with curly hair on top, which makes it resemble a head of broccoli. It's a favorite of Gen Z men and teens.
- How to style it: If you don't have curly hair already, consider getting a perm to rock the classic Broccoli look. If perming isn't your thing, work gel or mousse into your hair and sweep it to the side, or slick it back with a comb.
- Looks great on: Curly hair

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Buzz Cut

This low-maintenance haircut is forever timeless. When the summer heat is beating you down or you just want a hairstyle that's super low-maintenance, the buzz cut is almost always a great choice. With your hair trimmed down almost to stubble, you'll feel the weight of the world lifted off your shoulders.
- How to style it: Traditional barber Igor Sadurskii suggests using one or two guards on your clippers and passing them all over your scalp if it's a simple buzz you're looking for. "If you want something more fancy [and] more professional," he says, "go for a fade."^{[1]
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- Looks great on: A square face shape

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Caesar Cut

This short hairstyle is straight-edged and precise. The Caesar haircut is named for its resemblance to a Roman hairstyle popularized by Julius Caesar. It's characterized by short layers of hair combed forward on the top of the head and a sharp-edged fade on the back and sides.
- How to style it: Apply hair gel to the hair on top of your head and comb it forward toward your forehead. To style your fade, salon owner Marius Morf suggests getting a barber-style lineup all around the perimeter of your fade to give it that straight, clean edge.^{[2]
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- Looks great on: Straight hair, square face shape

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Comb-over

The comb-over is a stylish look for men with thinning and thick hair. When you read the word "comb-over," you probably think of the not-so-flattering hairstyle where thin strands of hair are combed over the scalp to hide a bald spot. But comb-overs don't have to look like that! In fact, they can be extremely stylish, whether your hair is thin or thick. It simply refers to a style in which the hair on top of the head is parted and most of it is combed or brushed to one side. Meanwhile, the hair on the sides and back is short and can even be faded or tapered.
- How to style it: Create a well-defined part in your hair on one side of your head with a comb. Work a pea-sized amount of wax into your hair, then brush it on either side of the part.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, thick and thinning hair, all face shapes

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Crew Cut

This military-inspired hairstyle is low-maintenance and no-nonsense. For guys who want a haircut that's easy to maintain, the crew cut is a no-brainer. It's characterized by short hair on top and even shorter hair on the back and sides. If you don't want the top to lie too flat, you can ask for scissor cuts to make it more textured.
- How to style it: Apply pomade or wax to the hair on top of your head to give it more texture and add height.
- Looks great on: All hair types, square or oval face shapes

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Curly Taper Fade

This haircut has a low fade and a curly mop of hair on top. Curly hair is a must for this style, which also has a taper fade. The fade is typically worn low, meaning it ends just above the ears on the sides. The short hair blends seamlessly into the skin. This makes the thick curls on top stand out even more!
- How to style it: Apply matte clay or pomade throughout your damp hair to give it texture and movement.^{[3]
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- Looks great on: Curly hair, square or oval face shapes

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Curtain Haircut

This '90s-inspired hairstyle softens the face while still looking cool. Curtain hair will give you the vibes of a 1990s heartthrob like Leonardo DiCaprio or Chad Michael Murray! But never fear for being out of style, because you'll also find modern stars like actor Timothee Chalamet and K-pop singer Jung Kook sporting it, as well.
- How to style it: After showering, part your hair down the middle or to one side. Then blow-dry your hair (run a round brush through your hair while blow-drying if you have straight or fine hair to add volume). Finish with an anti-frizz cream.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, all face shapes

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Edgar Cut

This hairstyle is popular in Latino youth culture. The Edgar cut is similar to the Caesar or the French crop, but it has a high fade or taper and a short fringe. It also somewhat resembles a bowl cut, but with sharper edges.
- How to style it: Sprinkle texture powder onto your scalp, scrunch it into your hair with your fingers, then blow-dry your hair with a diffuser attachment.^{[4]
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- Looks great on: All hair types, round or oval face shapes

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Faux Hawk

This haircut gives the illusion of a Mohawk without the commitment. A Mohawk is a bold hairstyle that leaves only a stripe of hair across the top of the head, while the sides are completely shaved. The faux hawk has more hair all over the head and close-cropped hair, a fade, or a taper on the sides. The hair on top is sculpted upward and pushed together to form the "hawk."
- How to style it: Master hair stylist Nick Arrojo recommends using gel when styling. "The strong hold of gel will maintain the faux hawk day to night," he says. Use your fingers to work the gel into your hair, pushing your top layers inward and upward.^{[5]
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- Looks great on: Straight hair and square or oval face shapes

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Flow

This relaxed haircut from the Victorian era looks both stylish and effortless. The flow hairstyle is cut similarly to a pompadour, but it doesn't require any hair products to style it. It's supposed to look intentionally messy, like you rolled out of bed looking this good. To get the most out of it, grow the layers of hair on top of your head to medium length, or until the ends touch your ears. Professional hair stylist and makeup artist Janet Miranda recommends trimming your hair every 4-6 weeks during the growing-out process.^{[6]
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- How to style it: While your hair is still damp from the shower, comb your hair away from your face and to one side of your head. Then let it air dry, or put on a ball cap to create "wings" of hair on either side of your face.
- Looks great on: Wavy or curly hair and all face shapes

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French Crop

This fringed style would make you look at home in Peaky Blinders. The French crop features short hair on the back and sides, longer, textured hair on top, and a long fringe. It was popular at different times throughout the 20th century, and is trending again in 2025. It's most recognized now for its appearance in the hit TV show Peaky Blinders, set in 1919.
- How to style it: Apply a dime-sized amount of your preferred styling product to your hair and work it through from the back of your scalp toward the fringe.
- Looks great on: All hair types, square face shapes

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High and Tight

This Spartan style is a favorite among military officers. In the high and tight haircut, the sides and back are buzzed to a high fade, and the hair on top is left slightly longer. If you keep it long, you may want to style it with some pomade. But if you choose to keep it short, all you need to do is run a comb through it to neaten it up in the morning or after a shower.
- How to maintain it: Shave the back and sides of your head every 3 weeks.^{[7]
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- Looks great on: Any hair type, square or oval faces

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Long Curls

This haircut embraces natural curls for a soft, but still masculine look. When styled properly, long curly hair looks soft and natural, without compromising manliness. Think Kit Harington in Game of Thrones or Jason Momoa in Aquaman. If your hair isn't naturally curly, you can always ask your hairstylist for a perm!
- How to style it: Work liquid pomade all throughout your hair with your fingers. Use a wide-toothed comb to smooth your hair back, if desired, or just fluff it out.
- Looks great on: Naturally curly hair, all face shapes

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Long Curly Hair Fade

This style lets you keep your curly hair long on top and the sides short. If you like your curly hair, but don't like the volume it creates around your head, the long curly hair fade might be a good option. This style keeps your curls long on top of your head, while shaving the sides and back in a mid-fade.
- How to style it: Apply curl cream or mousse to damp hair, then blow-dry with a diffuser attachment.
- Looks great on: Curly hair, square or oval face shapes

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Man Bob

This hairstyle gives you more length on the sides and back. To achieve a man bob, grow your hair out to equal length on all sides until it skims the shoulders. It's a great face-framing style for men with round faces, and it's also an attractive transition stage to long hair.
- How to style it: Blow-dry your hair for a fluffy look, flat-iron it if you want it straight, or apply curl cream or mousse to enhance your curls and reduce frizz.
- Looks great on: Straight, wavy, or curly hair, all face shapes

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Man Bun

All you need for this style is long hair on top of your head. You don't need a long hairstyle to do a man bun. As long as your hair on top is at least 6 in (15 cm) long, you can pull it into a bun, even if you have an undercut or a fade on the sides.
- How to style it: Brush your hair and gather it in one hand, then use the other hand to put it in a bun using a hair tie. Spray it with hairspray to keep the bun secure and flyaways in place.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, square or oval face shapes

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Modern Mod Cut

This modern take on a British classic has lots of elements. The mod haircut has short hair on the sides, longer hair on top, a mid-length fringe, and side pieces that frame the face. It takes a little bit of effort to style it, and you'll need to get it trimmed every 6 weeks to maintain your desired length. But it's all worth it to achieve that cool, tousled look that's so hot right now!
- How to style it: Add styling paste to your damp hair after a shower and then blow-dry it.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, round or oval face shapes

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Modern Mullet

This style is less in-your-face than a traditional mullet, but still cool. The mullet you know and love from the 80s is back in vogue in 2025, but with a modern twist! Instead of sharply cutting off between the short layers on top and the long hair in the back, the transition from short to long is much more gradual.
- How to style it: Blow-dry your hair with a diffuser attachment to minimize frizzy flyaways. If you have straight hair, work texturizing spray or powder through your hair to create movement. If you have curly or wavy hair, use mousse to lock in your desired look.
- Looks great on: All hair types and face shapes

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Modern Pompadour

This classic style uses a fade to bring it into 2025. A pompadour is cut short on the sides and longer on top. Traditionally, the sides extend down the cheeks as sideburns, but these days, a fade is more trendy. The hair on top is swept to the side with pomade.
- How to style it: Blow-dry the hair on top of the head, using a round barrel brush to guide and straighten the hair. Next, work a quarter-sized amount of strong-hold pomade evenly through your hair with your fingers. End with a few spritzes of hairspray to hold the pompadour in place.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, square or oval face shapes

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Natural Fade

This versatile cut has longer, thicker hair on top and a low fade. The natural fade is low around the ears and gradually transitions to longer hair toward the top of the head. The hair on top of the head can be worn to your preference: short like a Roman, long like a flow, or just long enough to part on the side.
- How to maintain it: Trim your fade every 4-6 weeks.^{[8]
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- Looks great on: All hair types, all face shapes

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Quiff

This haircut helps you reach new heights with up-top volume. A quiff is a hairstyle where the hair on top of your head is swept up and back, like an ocean wave. The sides and back are shorter than the top (how much shorter is up to you).
- How to style it: Work your preferred hair product (texturizer, wax, gel, or mousse) into your damp hair. Then blow-dry it while working your fingers, a Denman brush, or a round brush through your hair from the roots to the tips. Focus on pushing your top layers up and back.
- Looks great on: Straight hair, all face shapes

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Shag

This haircut can go medium or long, but it always gives rocker vibes. The shag hairstyle is just what it sounds like: a shaggy mop of hair with several layers and a fringe across the forehead. You can take it to medium-length or long, and it looks cool and effortless, no matter your hair type.
- How to style it: After you get out of the shower, apply a texturizing product all over your hair. Work in hair cream or mousse to add volume. If it's straight, let it air dry. If it's wavy or curly, blow-dry it with a diffuser attachment while scrunching it with your fingers.
- Looks great on: All hair types and face shapes

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Short Afro

Update this classic African American style with an undercut or fade. The short afro features kinky, curly top layers and never goes out of style! But you can make it more modern by asking your barber to undercut or fade the hair on the sides and back.
- How to style it: Comb your curls on the back, top, and sides with a hair pick to achieve your desired shape (such as rounded or squared off). Work hair gel into your hair to push it up higher, if you want, or leave it natural.
- Looks great on: Natural hair, square or oval face shapes

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Side Part

This cut is a clean, classic style that can be short or long. The side part looks exactly like what it sounds like: a short men's haircut with a part on either the left or right side of the scalp. To make a part, you'll need at least a little bit of length on one side. It won't work for someone with a buzz cut, for example. You can grow your hair out as long as you want, provided you can still achieve the part. You can also fade or taper the short side of your part to get a cleaner look.
- How to style it: Use a comb to part your hair on the right or left side (most people have a natural part on one side or the other, but you can also blaze your own trail!). Apply styling gel to push the hair where you want it to go, then lock it in place with hairspray.
- Looks great on: All hair types, all face shapes

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Slick Fade

This simple combo looks sleek and refined. A slick fade combines a slick-backed top with a fade on the sides and back. The length of the hair on top is entirely up to your preference, as is the height of the fade. The key to this look is in the styling, so keep reading for our slick-back tips!
- How to style it: Apply your preferred styling product (pomade, gel, or matte clay) through your damp hair, then blow-dry. As you're blow-drying, brush your hair back away from your face. Finish with a light spritz of hairspray.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, square or oval face shapes

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Slicked-back Undercut

This masculine cut has shaved sides and long hair on top. If you like the slicked-back look, but want something a little edgier than a fade, turn that fade into an undercut. Have your barber or hair stylist take the undercut up high, so there's no gradual transition between the long hair on top.
- How to style it: Style it the same way you would a normal slick-back. Apply hair product, blow-dry it back and away from your face, then spritz it with hairspray to lock it in.
- Looks great on: Straight or wavy hair, square or oval face shapes

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Textured Crop

This haircut has short, choppy top layers perfect for tousling. On the textured crop, the hair on the top of the head is chopped into many layers and pushed forward toward the forehead. The back and sides are usually faded or tapered. The result is a cut with volume and movement, yet still easy to style and maintain.
- How to style it: Sprinkle texture powder into your hair. Then, push your fingers through your hair, starting from the back of your head and working your way forward. Wiggle your fingers as you go to work the powder in and create movement in the layers.^{[9]
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- Looks great on: A square face shape and straight or wavy hair