Gents, are you in need of a trendy new way to elevate your hair? Think back to how many times you’ve walked into the salon and asked for “the usual”. With 2023 just around the corner, we think it’s time to mix things up! Plus, after that moment of ‘not-so-cool’ DIY cuts during lockdown, this is an ideal time to take back control of your hair with some men’s hairstyles that are trending right now.
Most haircuts pop up for a moment and then disappear, but there are some styles that boast longetivity. This one is for the guys out there who can’t get enough of a good thing! So, as you await your scissor-shaped fate, we’ve put together our favourite men’s haircuts that are stylish, functional, and require little maintenance. Let’s cut to it!
1. Lightly Layered
Not too short, not too long, perfectly layered and as free-flowing as it gets – this lightly layered look is the shaggy lockdown style of our dreams. Adding layers and texture to long, luxuriant locks will ensure that your hair moves and flows naturally. It’ll look so good that you won’t be able to stop running your hands through it!
Ask your stylist to cut your hair into layers with different lengths to create texture. Ideal for those with thick and wavy hair, the end look should have length on the top and shaped slightly into the neck. We also recommend showing your stylist photo references so they can understand more clearly what you’re after. The best part about this look is that there is minimal styling required – just rough-dry and go!
2. The Caesar’s Haircut
The Caesar’s haircut, a slightly cyber-punky take on Julius Caesar himself, can undoubtedly be called a timeless style. Due to its timelessness, many men are combining this classic look with modern elements. Also known as the Roman haircut, the croppy, wavy cut with a brief fringe is a look that’s totally in. Paired with the right facial structure, it’s definitely got its own brand of power.
Clean, classy and genuinely low maintenance, this look works well with straight, wavy, thin or thick hair. It’s also great for those with thinning locks and/or receding hairlines. Ask your stylist to keep the length (no longer than 1-2 inches) even all the way around. For a contemporary flare, ask your stylist to taper or fade the back and sides while keeping the top flat.
3. The Classic Crop
Meet this handsome crop; a classic cut that’s a tad longer on the top towards the front and gently tapered on the back and sides. This clean, short hairstyle embodies the definitive gentleman’s look and is perfect for those who don’t like to spend time styling their hair.
If your hair is curly or wavy then you will need more length than if you have straight hair. The classic crop is also super flattering for those with thin hair and receding hairlines. When you ask your stylist for this haircut, discuss how short you want the back and if you want your hair to be disconnected or blended down the neck.
4. The Lazyman Pomp
The lazy pompadour is all about that modern, molten vibe teamed with faded sides. This haircut is on our hair radar as one of the most popular men’s haircut trends at the moment. The high and mighty pomp gets a more subtle revamp this season. Not as reliant on product as its predecessor, this men’s cut is evenly shaped with a mussy finish at the top.
Ask your stylist to slightly fade the sides and back of your hair but leave a good amount on the top to create that cool Brooklyn look. The guys with finer hair shouldn’t give up on this look yet. Simply, get your hands on a thickening shampoo, like The Densifique Bain Densité Homme Shampoo by Kérastase, to achieve a fuller look. To style the cut, we recommend blow-drying your hair in the direction you want it to fall and enhance your natural waves by running soft wax or pomade through your hair.
5. The Surfer Shag
Is that a head full of curls hiding underneath your baseball cap? The hall mark of this bad boy surfer shag are those medium-length, grown-out locks. If this haircut feels like an afterthought, then you’re kind of right. But it’s the relaxed shoulder-length layers that sets this look apart. The natural and textured, longer haircut has a softness about it, but also adds balanced shape and structure.
This style works really well on hair that has a natural wave, plenty of length and isn’t too thick. Ask your stylist to shape your hair from the sides into the length at the back and add some layering and point-cutting so it sits with natural movement. Then grab some KMS Curl Up Perfecting Lotion and watch the perm enthusiasts swoon.
6. Buzzcuts
Two years on from lockdown and it seems like shaving it all off is still a default choice for men. As one of the most practical haircuts on the market, it’s no wonder the buzz for the buzzcut is still going strong. It’s up to you how short you’d like it but ask your stylist to keep the length uniform all over.
Add a millennial colour to the mix, and you’ve got the ultimate style that gives off rebellious energy. Keep it effortless and sophisticated with this low fade haircut. The only maintenance you should worry about is keeping your scalp clean and healthy.
7. Mussed Up Bangs
Because who doesn’t want to look like Austen Butler!? If you don’t want the clean cut, mid-length hair, then opt for a longer bang style. This haircut will frame your face with a sexy and alluring flair to your look. Throw out straight and slick bangs and swap them in for these mussed up bangs to make your haircut look even more enticing.
There are so many ways for men to style mussed up bangs – you can style it to the back, to the side, gelled down, or simply not style them at all! The most important thing to remember is that you don’t want your bangs to look heavy or greasy because they’re the centerpiece to your look. Grab yourself the Spécifique Bain Divalent Balancing Shampoo from Kérastase to get the job done.
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