Im Hakan, a mens grooming specialist with over a decade shaping contemporary male style. The shaggy mullet is a versatile, modern-classic haircut that balances retro edge with current texture trends. It suits men with natural movement—wavy, slightly curly or straight hair—and works well across face shapes when tailored (longer in back for oval faces, softer layers for square jaws). In my experience, the best shaggy mullets combine disconnected layers at the crown, weight removal through razoring, and a tidy perimeter or soft fade to keep it wearable. Practical tips: bring photos to your barber, ask for textured layers and point-cut ends, pair with light facial hair to anchor the look, and choose matte styling products rather than heavy gels. I’ll walk through looks, maintenance, and product choices so you can pick the right shaggy mullet and make it effortless every morning.
Textured Shag Mullet for Men — Layered Wavy Medium-Length Hairstyle
This textured shag mullet pairs choppy layers and natural wave for a modern, lived-in look that flatters oval, square and oblong face shapes best; it can also add height and length for round faces while softening strong jawlines on heart-shaped faces. Cut: ask your barber for disconnected layers with a slightly longer nape and textured bangs; use point-cutting or a razor for soft ends. Styling technique: towel-dry damp hair, apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner or curl cream, then spritz sea-salt or texturizing spray through mid-lengths to ends. Diffuse on low heat while scrunching to enhance wave, or air-dry while tousling with fingers. Finish with a pea-sized matte paste or clay to define pieces and control frizz. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, thinning shears (for the cut), and fingers for styling. Products required: leave-in conditioner, sea-salt/texturizing spray, matte paste or clay, and heat protectant. Difficulty: medium — quick daily routine but requires a skilled cut. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep shape, deep-condition weekly, avoid overwashing, and refresh texture with light spray between washes.
Textured Medium-Long Layered Waves for Men
This medium-long layered wave is a modern, low-contrast shag that flatters oval, oblong, and square faces and can soften strong jawlines on heart-shaped faces. It works best with natural waves or loose curls; men with very fine, straight hair should ask their barber for lighter layers and added texture. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a lightweight leave-in or sea-salt spray from roots to ends, then scrunch and diffuse on low heat to enhance natural wave. For more definition, wrap 1–inch sections around a curling wand and loosen with fingers. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, 1–inch curling wand (optional), barber scissors for layering. Products required: leave-in conditioner or sea-salt spray, matte cream or clay for texture, light hairspray or sea-spray for hold, occasional smoothing oil for ends. Difficulty: moderate — straightforward daily styling but requires some product knowledge. Maintenance tips: get layered trims every 6–8 weeks to avoid bulk, deep-condition weekly for shine, trim the neckline and beard regularly to keep the style cohesive, and refresh waves with water + styling spray between washes.
Textured Shag Mullet for Men — Layered Wavy Mullet with Tousled Fringe
This textured shag mullet blends layered, choppy top lengths with longer, feathered back sections and a relaxed, tousled fringe. Best suited to oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces — the volume on top and length in back add balance, while men with round faces should keep sides tighter to avoid extra width. To style: towel-dry to damp, mist sea-salt spray through mid-lengths, then scrunch and diffuse on low heat to enhance natural waves. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste through the ends and crown with fingers to define pieces and reduce shine. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, styling scissors or barber cut for layers, and thinning shears if your hair is dense. Essential products: sea-salt/texturizing spray, matte paste or clay, light hold hairspray and a leave-in conditioner for hydration. Difficulty: moderate — requires daily texturizing and occasional re-shaping. Maintenance tips: trim layers every 6–8 weeks, deep-condition weekly for longer lengths, avoid over-washing (2–3x per week), and ask your stylist for disconnected layers to keep the look airy and modern.
Long Tousled Wavy Hair for Men — Textured, Layered Look
This relaxed, long tousled wavy hairstyle suits men with oval, rectangular/oblong, diamond and square face shapes — it softens strong jawlines and adds vertical balance. Men with round faces should keep shorter layers at the sides to avoid extra width. To style: towel-dry damp hair, apply a lightweight leave-in or curl cream from mid-lengths to ends, then scrunch and diffuse on low heat while moving the head to create natural lift. Finish by separating with fingers and a small amount of matte clay or sea-salt spray for hold and texture. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, fingers for styling, and barber scissors for texturizing. Recommended products: leave-in conditioner or curl cream, sea-salt spray, matte clay/pomade, occasional deep-conditioning mask, and dry shampoo for in-between washes. Difficulty level: moderate — requires initial layering by a stylist and 5–10 minutes daily to shape. Maintenance: trim layers every 8–12 weeks, deep-condition weekly, avoid daily heavy washing, and sleep on a microfiber or silk pillowcase to reduce frizz and breakage.
Textured Modern Mullet — Layered Mens Shag with Volume
This textured modern mullet combines feathered layers, volume at the crown and a tapered nape for a relaxed yet intentional profile. Face-shape suitability: best for oval, oblong/rectangular and diamond faces; heart-shaped faces also benefit from the added weight at the back. Round faces can wear a longer top to add height. Styling technique: start with towel‑damp hair, work a sea-salt spray or light volumizing mousse through roots and mid-lengths, then blow-dry with a nozzle while lifting the crown with fingers or a medium round brush. Use a flat iron or texturizing razor sparingly to flick and define ends for that lived-in, feathered look. Tools needed: professional scissors and thinning shears (for the cut), clippers for a subtle side taper, blow dryer with nozzle, round brush, wide-tooth comb and optional flat iron. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse, matte clay or paste for separation, heat protectant and a light hold hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — needs basic styling skill. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, deep layering every 3 months, condition regularly, use dry shampoo between washes and always apply heat protectant before thermal styling.
Textured Modern Mullet for Men — Layered Shag with Fringe
This textured modern mullet combines layered length at the back with a choppy fringe and lived-in volume up top. Face-shape suitability: ideal for oval, square, heart and oblong faces; it can also add vertical balance to round faces by creating height on top while keeping the sides tapered. Styling technique: start with towel-dried hair, apply a light sea-salt or volumizing spray at the roots and mids. Blow-dry using a diffuser or blow-dryer with your fingers to encourage texture; use a round brush only on the fringe to lift and shape. Work a pea-sized amount of matte clay or texturizing paste through the mid-lengths and ends, scrunching to define layers. Finish with a light hold hairspray or texturizing powder for extra separation. Tools needed: blow-dryer (diffuser optional), round or vent brush, tail comb, flat iron (optional for piecey ends), hair scissors for upkeep. Products required: sea-salt spray, heat protectant, matte clay/pomade, light hairspray or powder. Difficulty level: moderate — the cut requires a pro to layer correctly but daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, deep-condition monthly, use dry shampoo between washes, and keep sideburns and neck tidy for a polished look.
Textured Curly Mullet — Layered Shag for Men
This layered, textured mullet with natural curls works especially well for oval and diamond faces, and it softens strong jawlines on square faces while adding vertical height for rounder shapes. Best suited to wavy or curly hair, the cut uses graduated layers and point‑cut ends to create movement, reduce bulk at the crown, and retain length at the nape for that modern-shag silhouette. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a leave‑in conditioner and curl cream, scrunch to encourage texture, then diffuse on medium heat or air-dry while shaping with fingers. Use a small amount of matte paste to piece out layers and a light hairspray to set the shape. Tools needed: professional scissors and texturizing shears for the cut, a hairdryer with diffuser, a wide‑tooth comb (or fingers) and a small styling brush. Products required: sulfate‑free shampoo, leave‑in conditioner, curl cream or mousse, sea‑salt spray for grit, matte paste/clay and light hold hairspray. Difficulty: medium — daily shaping and occasional blow‑drying. Maintenance: trim layers and nape every 6–8 weeks, deep‑condition weekly, avoid overwashing, and refresh curls with a water mist and cream on non‑wash days for a practical routine for modern men.
Textured Modern Mullet with Voluminous Top for Men
This textured modern mullet pairs a full, voluminous top with tapered sides and longer back — ideal for men seeking a bold, contemporary look. Best suited to oval, square, and heart-shaped faces (it adds height and frames strong jaws); men with round faces can ask for softer layering to avoid extra width. To style: start on towel-dried hair, apply a volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray at the roots, then blow-dry using a round brush or diffuser while lifting the crown to build volume. Scrunch through the mid-lengths for natural waves and finish by working a pea-sized matte clay or texturizing paste into the ends for piecey separation. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser/concentrator, round brush, wide-tooth comb, and professional scissors or thinning shears for in-salon shaping. Products required: pre-styler (mousse/sea-salt spray), matte paste or clay, light hold hairspray, and a weekly deep conditioner for moisture. Difficulty: medium — daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance: trim sides every 4–8 weeks, shape the mullet every 8–12 weeks, avoid daily hot tools, and use a leave-in conditioner to prevent frizz.
Long Curly Mullet with Textured Undercut for Men
This long curly mullet with a textured undercut suits oval, oblong, square and heart-shaped faces — the height and volume on top elongate the face while a short side profile keeps the look modern. For round faces, pair with a trimmed beard to add structure. Styling technique: towel-dry gently, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and a curl-defining cream or mousse, then scrunch to encourage curl formation. Use a diffuser on low heat to set volume and shape; lift at the roots with fingers while diffusing for extra height. Finish by defining ends with a matte paste or light pomade and misting with texturizing or sea-salt spray for separation. Tools needed: wide-tooth comb, hair dryer with diffuser, clippers or scissors for the undercut, and a boar-bristle brush for beard upkeep. Products required: sulfate-free shampoo, hydrating conditioner, leave-in, curl cream or mousse, matte paste, texturizing spray and occasional hair oil for ends. Difficulty: moderate — regular product balancing and shaping needed. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 4–8 weeks, reshape length every 8–12 weeks, deep-condition weekly, avoid daily shampooing, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or use a loose bun to protect curls.
Textured Shag Mullet for Men — Modern Layered Medium-Length Cut
This textured shag-mullet combines voluminous, feathered layers on top with longer, natural-length hair at the back—ideal for oval, heart and oblong faces and for square faces when you soften the sides. It adds height at the crown to balance longer face shapes and creates width around the temples for a more structured look on narrower jaws. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and heat protectant. Blow-dry while lifting roots with your fingers or a vent brush for natural volume; use a round brush to shape the fringe and crown. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of texturizing paste or matte cream through mid-lengths and ends, scrunching to define feathered layers. Light hairspray locks the look. Tools needed: barber scissors, razor or texturizing shears (stylist use), blow-dryer, vent/round brush and a wide-tooth comb. Products required: leave-in conditioner, heat protectant, sea-salt or texturizing spray, matte paste/wax and light hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate—ask a stylist experienced with layered, razor-cut textures. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, deep-condition monthly, and adapt product levels to your hair’s thickness.
Textured Modern Shag for Men — Layered Mullet with Fringe
This medium-length textured shag (a modern mullet with soft fringe) relies on layered cutting to create movement and a slightly lived-in, tousled look. Face-shape suitability: best for oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces — the layers add width and softness to longer faces and can soften a strong jaw on square shapes. Men with very round faces should opt for slightly more height at the crown to avoid widening. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp hair, mist with sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse, then blow-dry while lifting at the roots with your fingers or a small round brush. Define ends and separate layers with a small amount of matte clay or paste, twisting pieces with fingertips for textured definition. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle or diffuser, round brush (or vent brush), wide-tooth comb, and hair scissors or texturizing shears for trims. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse, matte clay/paste, light-hold hairspray, occasional leave-in conditioner or dry shampoo. Difficulty level: easy–medium — quick to style daily but needs some product skill. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep shape, condition weekly, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, and use dry shampoo between washes to preserve texture.
Feathered Layered Mullet — Voluminous 80s-Inspired Mens Haircut
This feathered, layered mullet blends a voluminous, swept-back crown with longer, textured length in the back for a modern take on an 80s classic. Face-shape suitability: works best for oval, diamond and heart shapes; it can add height for round faces and soften strong square jaws. Men with very fine, limp hair should use caution unless adding volume with products. Styling technique: towel-dry hair, apply a volumizing mousse at the roots, then blow-dry using a 1–1.5 round brush to lift the crown and feather the fringe back. Use a diffuser for natural wave or a flat iron to create flipped ends if needed. Finish by working a matte paste or clay through mid-lengths and tips, tousling for separation, and misting with light-hold hairspray. Tools needed: blow dryer, round brush, vent brush or wide-tooth comb, optional flat iron and thinning shears for texture. Products required: volumizing mousse, sea-salt spray (for texture), matte paste/clay, heat protectant, light hairspray and a weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty level: moderate — roughly 10–15 minutes daily. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep shape, deep-condition regularly to prevent dryness, use a clarifying shampoo monthly, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz.
Textured Modern Mullet with Shaggy Fringe — Mens Layered Hairstyle
This textured modern mullet with a shaggy fringe suits oval, square, and diamond face shapes particularly well — it adds height and elongation for round faces while balancing strong jawlines. To style, start with towel-dried hair, apply a sea-salt spray or light mousse through the mid-lengths for grip, then blow-dry with a diffuser or low heat while scrunching to enhance natural wave and volume. Use a wide-tooth comb to position the fringe and fingers to shape the top and crown. Finish by working a small amount of matte clay or paste through the roots and ends for separation and hold; add a light hairspray for extra staying power if needed. Tools required: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, styling brush, and regular scissors/thinning shears for trims. Recommended products: sea-salt spray, lightweight mousse, matte clay/paste, texture powder and light hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — straightforward daily styling but requires technique to avoid heaviness. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep the mullet shape, deep-condition weekly, and ask your barber to maintain layered lengths and texturize ends for natural movement.
Textured Long Mullet with Undercut — Modern Mens Mullet Hairstyle
This textured long mullet with shaved sides flatters oval, square and heart-shaped faces by adding width at the crown and length at the back to balance strong jaws or narrow foreheads. For round faces, keep more height on top to elongate the profile. Styling technique: start with towel-damp hair, apply a sea-salt or texturizing spray, then rough-dry while lifting roots with your fingers or a vent brush. Use a round brush to shape the front into a soft quiff and a blow dryer on medium heat for volume. Work a small amount of matte clay or paste through mid-lengths and ends to define layers and separate texture; finish with a light-hold hairspray or texturizing powder at the roots for lift. Tools needed: clippers (for the undercut), scissors and thinning shears, blow dryer, round brush/vent brush, comb and sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, matte clay or paste, dry shampoo and occasional deep conditioner. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic cutting tools and daily styling practice. Maintenance tips: touch up shaved sides every 3–4 weeks, reshape layers every 8–10 weeks, deep-condition weekly, and sleep on silk or loosely tie the back to protect length.
Textured Modern Shag Mullet — Tousled Layered Medium Men’s Hairstyle
This relaxed, layered shag with a mullet-inspired length suits oval, square and heart-shaped faces best — it softens strong jawlines and adds width for narrower faces. Ideal for men with medium to thick hair or natural waves; finer hair can use layering and volume products to simulate texture. To style: towel-dry to damp, spray a sea-salt or texturizing spray through roots and mid-lengths, then rough-dry with a blow dryer and a diffuser or use fingers to lift at the crown. Use a round brush only to tame fringe if needed. Finish by working a small amount of matte paste or clay through ends and scrunch to separate layers; a light-hold hairspray keeps movement without stiffness. Tools needed: blow dryer (diffuser optional), round brush, wide-tooth comb, and professional scissors/razor for the cut. Products required: sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner, texturizing spray or volumizing mousse, matte paste/clay, and light hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance: trims every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, occasional deep-condition to prevent dryness, and avoid heavy oils that weigh layers down.
Curly Textured Mullet for Men — Long Back, Voluminous Top & Tapered Sides
This modern curly textured mullet pairs a voluminous, messy top with longer natural waves in the back and tapered sides. It suits oval, diamond, square and heart-shaped faces by adding height on top and elongating the profile; men with round faces should keep the top taller and sides tighter to avoid excess width. To style: towel-dry damp hair, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner or curl cream, then a sea-salt spray for texture. Use a diffuser on low heat while scrunching to enhance curls, or air-dry and finish by raking a small amount of matte paste or clay through the top for separation. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, microfiber towel, and barber scissors or clippers for upkeep. Recommended products: sulfate-free shampoo, conditioner, leave-in/curl cream, sea-salt spray, matte paste/wax, light-hold hairspray and a weekly deep-conditioning mask. Difficulty: moderate — achievable at home but needs practice with diffusion and product balance. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 4–8 weeks, shape the back every 8–12 weeks, limit washing to preserve curl, deep-condition weekly, and show your barber a layered, point-cut mullet reference for the best texture.
Textured Shag Mullet with Layered Curtain Fringe for Men
A modern textured shag mullet with a layered curtain fringe that adds movement and softens the face. Best suited to oval, oblong, diamond and heart-shaped faces; it also flatters square or round faces when the fringe and side layers are left slightly longer to create balance. To style, towel-dry hair to damp, apply a volumizing sea-salt spray or light mousse, then blow-dry using your fingers or a medium round brush to lift the crown and encourage feathered layers. Use a flat iron on low heat to create subtle flips at the ends if needed. Key tools: hairdryer, medium round brush, wide-tooth comb, texturizing scissors (for cuts) and an optional flat iron. Recommended products: sea-salt spray, lightweight mousse or volumizer, matte paste or clay for definition, and heat protectant. Difficulty: moderate — easy daily styling but requires a skilled cut to achieve the layered shape. Maintenance: schedule a shape-up every 6–8 weeks, use a weekly conditioning mask if hair is dry, refresh texture with dry shampoo between washes, and avoid heavy products that weigh layers down.
Textured Shag Mullet for Men — Layered Medium-Length Cut with Feathered Fringe
This textured shag mullet suits oval, oblong and square face shapes and can soften stronger jawlines while adding width for longer faces. The cut features short-to-medium layers on top with longer, feathered length at the nape and a wispy fringe to frame the brow. Styling technique: start on towel-damped hair, apply a sea‑salt spray or light leave‑in to build texture, then blow‑dry using fingers or a diffuser to enhance natural wave. Finish by working a pea‑sized amount of matte clay or paste through the mid-lengths and ends, using the palms to scrunch and a few pinches to define the fringe and crown. Tools needed: barber shears, thinning shears or razor for texture, clippers for tidy neckline, blow dryer with diffuser, and a comb for sectioning. Products required: sea‑salt spray, lightweight leave‑in conditioner, matte clay or paste, heat protectant and a light hairspray for hold. Difficulty level: moderate — requires a skilled barber to get the layered disconnect right, but daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep shape, deep‑condition weekly if hair is dry, and avoid heavy oils that weigh down the texture.
Modern Textured Mullet-Shag for Men
A modern textured mullet-shag blends layered volume on top with tapered length at the back for a versatile, contemporary look. Best suited for oval, square and heart-shaped faces, this style adds height to balance longer or angular jaws and can be softened for round faces by reducing crown volume. To style: towel-dry to slightly damp, apply a sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse at the roots, then rough-dry with a hairdryer while lifting the crown with fingers or a small round brush. Use a medium-hold matte paste or texturizing clay to define choppy layers and feather the ends with your fingertips; finish with a light-hold hairspray for hold without stiffness. Tools and products: hairdryer with nozzle, small round brush or vent brush, wide-tooth comb, barber scissors/thinning shears (for the cut), sea-salt spray, matte paste/clay, heat protectant and dry shampoo. Difficulty: moderate — requires a professional layered cut and 5–10 minutes daily styling. Maintenance tips: visit the barber every 4–6 weeks for shape, deep-condition weekly if hair is dry or color-treated, and refresh texture between washes with dry shampoo or a light sea-salt mist.
Long Layered Mullet with Textured Waves for Men
This modern long layered mullet pairs volume at the crown with controlled, textured length in the back—ideal for medium to thick hair and men seeking a statement style. Best suited to oval, square and diamond face shapes (the lifted front softens longer faces and adds width to narrower jaws). To style: towel-dry damp hair, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and a sea-salt or texture spray through mid-lengths and ends. Blow-dry using your fingers and a diffuser to enhance natural wave, or use a large round brush to lift the crown and sculpt the fringe. For definition, work a pea-to-nickel sized amount of matte paste or cream through the roots and mid-lengths, scrunching the ends to encourage separation. Finish with a light-hold hairspray to lock shape without stiffness. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, round brush and styling clips; optional flat iron for refining pieces. Difficulty: medium — requires barber-skilled layering and regular shaping. Maintenance: trim sides and shape every 6–8 weeks, deep-condition weekly, avoid daily sulfated shampoos, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely braid to reduce frizz.
Textured Modern Mullet with Voluminous Top — Mens Long Mullet Style
This textured modern mullet pairs a high, voluminous crown with feathered sides and a natural, wavy back—ideal for men who want a bold, retro-inspired look with contemporary polish. Face-shape suitability: works best for oval, square, diamond, and heart shapes; adding height at the top can also help balance round faces. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray at roots and through the mid-lengths. Blow-dry using a round brush or fingers to lift the crown; backcomb lightly at the crown if extra height is needed. Use a diffuser or scrunch for natural waves in the back; finish by raking a matte paste or clay through ends to define feathered layers. Tools needed: blow dryer (with diffuser), round brush or vent brush, fine-tooth comb, texturizing shears (for cuts), and optionally a curling wand for straight hair. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, matte paste or clay, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate—requires basic blow-drying and shaping skills. Maintenance tips: trim sides and crown every 6–8 weeks to keep shape, longer back trims every 8–12 weeks, use a weekly deep conditioner and a sulfate-free shampoo to preserve texture and color.
Textured Wavy Mullet — Modern Layered Mens Hairstyle with Tapered Sides
This textured wavy mullet pairs short, tapered sides with a longer, layered top and back for natural movement and modern edge. Face shape: best for oval, oblong and square faces; round faces can wear it if you add height on top and keep sides tighter to elongate the profile. Styling technique: start on towel-damped hair—apply a sea-salt spray or light curl cream through the mid-lengths and ends, scrunch to encourage wave, then diffuse while lifting the roots with fingers or a wide-tooth comb for volume. Once dry, work a pea-to-quarter-sized amount of matte clay or texturizing paste through the top and back to separate layers and define pieces. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb or fingers, round brush for smoothing if desired, and texturizing scissors at the barber. Products required: sulfate-free shampoo, leave-in conditioner, sea-salt spray or curl cream, matte clay/paste, and light hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate—5–10 minutes daily. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to maintain shape, deep-condition weekly, avoid heavy oils that weigh waves down, and ask your barber for internal layering to keep the flow.
Textured Modern Mullet with Shaggy Fringe
This contemporary mullet pairs layered, feathered sides and a shaggy fringe for a modern, lived-in look. Best suited to oval, oblong, and diamond face shapes — it can also flatter round faces when you add height at the crown and keep the sides tight. Works particularly well on medium to thick hair; fine hair can achieve similar volume with strategic texturizing and products. To style: start on towel-damp hair, apply a sea-salt spray or lightweight volumizing mousse, then blow-dry using your fingers or a medium round brush to lift the roots and flick the ends outward. Use a flat iron or small-barrel curling wand to add subtle bends in the mid-lengths for separation. Finish by working a matte clay or texturizing paste through the ends and fringe for definition, and mist lightly with flexible-hold hairspray. Tools needed: hairdryer (preferably with diffuser), round brush, wide-tooth comb, flat iron (optional), and texturizing scissors for at-home shaping. Difficulty: intermediate — requires some styling skill. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, deep-condition monthly, avoid heavy oils on the roots, and refresh texture daily with a touch of product.
Textured Curly Mullet — Modern Layered Mens Cut with Volume
This textured curly mullet suits oval, oblong and diamond face shapes best, and it can add length and structure to square or heart-shaped faces while softening rounder features. The cut features short, tapered sides and heavy, layered length on top and back to let natural curls sit with shape and movement. For styling: towel-dry to damp, apply a curl cream or lightweight styling paste through mid-lengths and ends, then scrunch and diffuse with a low-heat setting to build volume without frizz. Use fingers to define individual curls and finish with a light-hold spray for separation. Tools needed: scissors (point-cutting), thinning shears, clippers for tapered sides, wide-tooth comb, blow dryer with diffuser. Products required: leave-in curl cream or mousse, sea-salt spray for texture, lightweight matte paste or cream, anti-frizz serum or a few drops of oil for ends, light hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires a competent barber for layered shaping and some daily styling practice. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep the shape, deep-condition weekly, refresh curls with water and leave-in on non-wash days, and sleep on a satin pillowcase to reduce frizz.
Modern Textured Mullet for Men — Tousled Shag with Long Back
This modern textured mullet blends a voluminous, tousled top and fringe with a longer, layered back—ideal for men seeking an edgy yet wearable look. Face-shape suitability: works best on oval, square, and heart shapes; the height on top adds length for round faces while the longer back softens strong jawlines. Styling technique: start with towel-dried hair, apply a lightweight volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, then rough-dry with a blow dryer and diffuser while scrunching to boost natural wave and separation. Use a round brush to shape the fringe and crown for lift. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, round brush, and barber scissors or thinning shears for at-home tidy-ups. Products required: volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, matte clay or paste for texture, light-hold hairspray, and a weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty level: medium — about 10–15 minutes daily to achieve controlled messiness. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to maintain shape, deep-condition weekly to protect length, avoid daily heavy washing, and refresh texture with a spritz of sea-salt spray between washes.
The shaggy mullet is more than a haircut—its a statement you can adapt to your hair type, lifestyle, and face shape. My professional advice: start with a tailored consultation—show images, describe how much maintenance you want, and ask your barber to blend movement with a clean finish (soft fades or trimmed perimeter work best). For styling, use a sea-salt spray on damp hair, rough-dry with your fingers, then finish with a small amount of matte paste or clay to define layers without stiffness. Plan on a trim every 6–8 weeks to keep the shape and remove split ends. If youre experimenting, try a gradual transition (grow the back first, then add texture) rather than a full dramatic cut in one visit. With the right cut, product choices, and minimal upkeep, a shaggy mullet can be refreshingly modern and truly wearable. —Hakan
