Though fashion trends come and go, classic men’s haircuts remain timeless – so mastering these timeless styles before visiting your barber is essential for an enjoyable barber experience.
Low-Maintenance Hairstyle
This low-maintenance hairstyle suits many facial structures and can easily be styled using natural men’s pomade or gel. A fade and tight sideburns emphasize the widow’s peak, while some stubble completes this sleek appearance.
Pomade
Pomade is a hair product that keeps strands together and smoothed over styled locks. Available in multiple forms with various levels of hold and sheen, pomade can help men keep their look refined and put together without frizzing up their locks or becoming frizzy over time.
The pomade comes in oil- and water-based varieties, though modern ones generally lean toward water-based. Oil-based types were popular during Elvis Presley’s iconic pompadour period of the 1950s – made from petroleum products, which can make your hair appear oily or heavy; newer forms often use natural ingredients instead.
When applying pomade, it’s essential to start with damp hair and a dime-sized amount of product on each fingertip and rub between fingers until thoroughly mixed – too much product can weigh down hair, making it appear greasy or clumped, while too little won’t create the style desired. Bachowski suggests starting your water or oil-based pomade experience off right by starting with towel-dried hair to prevent breakage and applying your product evenly through it with a comb to ensure even distribution. Once dry, your look should be healthy yet stylish, allowing you to rework throughout the day for maximum effect!
Pompadour
The pompadour is a timeless style suitable for men of any age and attire, from youth to elderly. This timeless haircut has even been seen on celebrities like Elvis and Brad Pitt! This style can be styled either sleek and slicked back or more vintage , depending on personal taste and preference.
The pomp haircut resembles that of the quiff but has more rounded contours. It can be combined with fades, taper, or both to complete its look, usually beginning longer at the front and gradually tapering off towards the back of the head. Ideal for men with straight or slightly wavy locks who wear straight beards; perfect as an everyday hairstyle.
One of the most fashionable variations of this hairstyle is a slicked-back pompadour, typically achieved using pomade. This look showcases your styling abilities, giving off an extraordinarily stylish and sophisticated appearance.
Another variation of the pompadour haircut is textured pompadour. Perfect for men with wavy locks and very simple to style, this haircut makes an impressionful statement in an instant! Part your hair evenly before using any pomade or wax of your choice to shape it into this timeless style that looks amazing with beards! For something less formal but still fashionable, try a side-parted pompadour, which gives a nod to fashion without appearing overly polished – perfect for any event and every occasion.
High Top
A high-top men’s haircut combines classic style with modern flair to create an unforgettable look. Curlier men will find this haircut particularly effective, and it can even look more stunning with a shaved fade and twist sponge design to add character. Additionally, this type of style only requires a little product.
This style can be paired with a hard part for an edgy yet chic appearance. The high skin fade makes maintenance easy, while the textured hair on top adds dimension. Perfect for any setting.
One unique hairstyle option is a straight high top with fade. This timeless classic can be worn in different ways to suit most skin tones and occasions; comb or use pomades to give the style volume and texture. Plus, this look can impress friends and family members.
The high fade pompadour is a timeless yet modern hairstyle, suitable for most males. Perfect for short or medium-length locks, it can easily be styled using gel or pomade to give an excellent finish and long-term wearability. Hair wax can help extend its hold on your style!
This loose high, top hairstyle is ideal for curly locks. Featuring a fade near the scalp that’s easy to maintain, it pairs nicely with taper sideburns for added distinction and was even featured in Season 1 of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air! A fantastic option for black guys wanting to express themselves through style!
Detailed hair Design
Men’s haircuts with intricate hair designs can set them apart from the crowd. What’s great is that these styles work great with any length or texture and make an impressionful statement. Additionally, creative linework techniques can add flare and further individualize your cut.
Example of Lightning Bolt hair Design. A lightning bolt hair design across your forehead that connects to your eyebrows creates a striking, modern aesthetic. Ideal for taper fade haircuts and adding personality, consider taking your design one step further by adding color.
Men can add flair to their haircut with a shaved design composed of straight or angled lines shaved onto their hair, giving their locks an eye-catching masculine style while showing their creativity. This look works exceptionally well when worn alongside fade haircuts.
Are you interested in trying something more complex and sophisticated? Try the 3D effect. These designs may require additional skill from your barber; however, the results will surely add an elegant swagger to any look. Your barber can either freehand this design or use a stencil for optimal results.
If you love music, you can show your passion with a hair design representing a treble clef. This hairstyle will turn heads and grab people’s attention, but beware: not everyone will find this suitable as it requires skillful handiwork and regular visits from barbers – so talk with your barber before considering this style!
