I’m Hakan — a men’s grooming and styling specialist with over a decade of experience helping clients find confident, wearable looks. In this gallery-driven post I showcase 24 curated hairstyles for two men — ideal for grooms, best friends, brothers, or anyone coordinating looks for events and everyday life. Each image highlights how cut, texture, and styling combine to flatter different face shapes, hair types and personal styles. Expect practical guidance on choosing the right length, selecting a compatible fade or taper, and matching product strength to your hair’s density. I’ll also point out quick maintenance tips you can follow between barber visits, and recommend when to consult a barber versus trying a home trim. Use these 24 visuals as inspiration to communicate precisely with your stylist and to build a simple, reliable routine that keeps both of you looking sharp.
Textured Short Crop for Men — Modern Short Hairstyle for Grey Hair
A low-maintenance textured short crop that works especially well on mature hair, this cut adds structure without looking overstyled. Face-shape suitability: ideal for oval and square faces, flattering for heart-shaped and slightly round faces when you add a bit of height at the crown to lengthen proportions. Styling technique: work on towel-dried hair — mist with sea-salt or texturizing spray, then blow-dry while using fingers or a vent brush to lift at the roots and direct hair forward into a soft fringe. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the top with fingertips for separation and a natural, low-shine finish. Tools needed: clippers (for tidy sides), scissors (for textured layering), comb or vent brush, blow-dryer. Products required: sea-salt spray or volumizing mist, matte paste or clay, light-hold hairspray for long days. Difficulty level: easy to moderate — good for home styling once initial cut is set. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain shape, use a gentle volumizing shampoo, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, and sleep on a cotton pillowcase to reduce breakage.
Textured Side-Part for Grey Hair — Classic Mens Medium-Length Hairstyle
This textured side-part is a versatile medium-length cut that flatters mature grey hair by adding movement and a modern profile. Face shape suitability: works best for oval, oblong and heart-shaped faces; the side-swept fringe and layered top can soften strong jawlines and add length for round faces. Styling technique: towel-dry hair until slightly damp, apply a small amount of sea-salt spray or light styling cream through the mid-lengths, create a natural side part, then blow-dry with a vent brush or fingers while directing the hair to the side to build volume at the crown. Finish by warming a pea-sized matte paste or light wax in your hands and raking it through the ends to define texture and separate layers. Tools needed: blow-dryer, vent or round brush, wide-tooth comb, and a small styling brush or fingers for finishing. Products required: sea-salt or pre-styling spray, lightweight cream or leave-in conditioner, matte paste or wax, optional light hold hairspray. Difficulty level: easy–medium. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to maintain shape, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner for grey hair, avoid heavy oils that flatten texture, and occasionally use a purple shampoo to prevent brassiness.
Hat-Friendly Short Taper with Textured Top — Modern Mens Tapered Hairstyle
This low-profile short taper with a textured top is ideal for men who wear hats often and want a refined, timeless look. Face-shape suitability: works best for oval, square and oblong faces; adding height and texture helps balance rounder faces and a slightly longer top softens strong jawlines. Styling technique: ask your barber for a short tapered back and sides (clipper guard 1–3) with 1–2 inches left on top; texture the top with point-cutting or a razor for movement. For daily styling, towel-dry, apply a small amount of salt spray or light styling cream, blow-dry with fingers or a vent brush to lift the roots, then finish with a matte pomade or light hold paste worked through the top for separation. Tools needed: clippers with guards, scissors, comb, blow-dryer, vent or round brush, beard trimmer. Products required: salt spray or pre-styler, matte pomade/paste, light hairspray (optional), beard oil/balm if wearing facial hair. Difficulty level: easy to moderate. Maintenance tips: trim every 3–6 weeks to keep the taper sharp, refresh texture with occasional barber scissor-work, condition regularly, and protect the hair and hat with a lint brush or hat liner to prevent flattening.
Classic Side Part for Men — Medium-Length Slicked-Back Look
Perfect for oval, square and heart-shaped faces, this classic side part with a medium-length, slightly slicked-back top adds height and clean structure. The sides are kept short with a soft taper while the top remains 2–4 inches to allow a natural sweep and flexible styling. To style: towel-dry hair to damp, mist a lightweight pre-styler or sea-salt spray for grip, then blow-dry while directing hair into the side part with a medium-tooth comb or vent brush to build crown volume. Work a small amount of matte pomade or styling clay through the hair with your fingers, comb into a defined part for a tidy finish, and lock with a light-hold hairspray if needed. Tools needed: blow dryer, medium-tooth comb, vent or round brush, tail comb for parting. Products required: pre-styler/sea-salt spray, matte pomade or clay, light hairspray and a daily conditioner. Difficulty: easy–moderate — minimal practice to master. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain the taper and length, avoid over-washing to preserve natural oils, condition regularly, and reshape the part each morning for a polished, modern look.
Textured Tousled Fringe for Men — Medium-Length Messy Hairstyle
This textured, slightly messy fringe is ideal for men with oval, oblong, heart-shaped, or square faces — it softens angular features while adding height for longer faces. Men with round faces can wear it if the sides are kept tapered to add length. To style: start with towel-damp hair, work a sea-salt or texture spray through the top and fringe, then rough-dry using your fingers or a diffuser on low heat to preserve natural movement. Warm a pea-sized amount of matte clay or styling paste between your palms and rake through roots to ends to create separation; use your fingers to lift and tousle the fringe into place. Finish with a light flexible hairspray or texturizing powder at the roots for hold and volume. Tools needed: hair dryer (with diffuser optional), wide-tooth comb or your fingers, and a styling brush for side tidying. Products required: sea-salt spray, matte clay/paste, light hairspray or root powder. Difficulty: easy–medium, 5–10 minutes daily. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to keep shape, wash 2–3 times weekly, and avoid heavy oils that weigh the texture down.
Medium-Length Textured Curls for Men — Voluminous Natural Curly Cut
This medium-length textured curly cut emphasizes natural volume and shape, offering a modern, effortless look for men. Face-shape suitability: ideal for oval, oblong, diamond, and heart shapes; adding height on top helps elongate round faces, while slightly tapered sides can soften a square jaw. Styling technique: start with towel-blotted hair, apply a leave-in conditioner and a curl-defining cream evenly through damp hair, then scrunch upward to encourage ringlets. Use a diffuser on low heat to dry while cupping the curls, finishing with finger-separation for natural movement. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser attachment, wide-tooth comb, microfiber towel, barber scissors for home touch-ups, and a beard trimmer if wearing facial hair. Products required: hydrating shampoo/conditioner, leave-in conditioner or curl cream, light-to-medium hold styling cream or gel, anti-frizz serum, and occasional deep-conditioning mask. Difficulty level: moderate — learning the right product amounts and drying technique takes practice but is achievable at home. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–10 weeks, deep-condition weekly, avoid brushing dry, refresh curls with a water or leave-in mist, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or bonnet to reduce frizz.
Short Textured Taper for Grey Hair — Modern Classic Mens Cut
This short textured taper is ideal for men with grey or thinning hair who want a polished, age-appropriate look. It flatters oval, square and heart-shaped faces and works well with a receding hairline by keeping length on top for texture while maintaining clean, tapered sides. To style: towel-dry hair, apply a small amount of sea-salt spray or lightweight texturizing spray, then blow-dry on low while raking hair with your fingers or a vent brush to create movement. Finish with a pea-sized matte clay or paste for definition and a touch of light-hold hairspray if needed. Tools needed: hairdryer, vent or round brush, fine-tooth comb and regular visits to a barber for clipper/scissor shaping. Ask your barber for a short scissor-over-comb top with a #2–#4 taper on the sides. Difficulty: easy–moderate; daily styling takes under five minutes. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to preserve shape, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner formulated for greying hair, limit hot tools, and protect scalp from sun to keep texture healthy and color even.
Tousled Textured Crop with Short Sides — Modern Mens Casual Style
This tousled textured crop with short sides works best for oval, square and heart-shaped faces and can help add height and definition to round faces. The look relies on a slightly longer, choppy top with tapered or faded sides for contrast, giving a relaxed yet purposeful silhouette. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, spray a sea-salt or texture spray through the mid-lengths, then rough-dry with your fingers or a diffuser to enhance natural wave and volume. Work a small amount of matte clay or paste through the hair, pinch and twist sections for separation, and finish with a light-hold hairspray to lock the shape. Tools needed: blow dryer (with diffuser optional), wide-tooth comb or fingers, and a small styling brush for detailing. Products required: sea-salt/texture spray, matte clay or paste, light-hold hairspray, and a moisturizing conditioner. Difficulty level: easy–medium — approachable for beginners but benefits from practice to master texture. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–6 weeks to keep the shape, refresh length on top as needed, deep-condition weekly, and avoid over-washing to preserve texture.
Textured Wavy Side Part — Medium-Length Mens Hairstyle
A modern textured wavy side part that balances polished structure with natural movement. Best suited to oval, square and heart-shaped faces where the soft waves add width at the temple and soften strong jawlines; round faces benefit from added height at the crown to lengthen proportions. Styling technique: start with towel-dried hair, apply a sea-salt or texturizing spray, then blow-dry while lifting at the roots with fingers or a medium round brush to encourage wave and volume. Create a defined side part with a comb and sweep hair across the top, finishing by breaking up the shape with a small amount of matte clay or paste for separation. Tools needed: blow dryer (with or without diffuser), medium round brush or fingers, fine-tooth comb for the part. Products required: pre-styler texturizing spray, lightweight matte clay or paste, optional light hold hairspray for long days. Difficulty level: easy–medium — quick to learn with consistent technique. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks to preserve length and shape, condition regularly to keep waves healthy, refresh with water plus texturizer between washes and avoid heavy oils that weigh waves down.
Short Textured Buzz Crop for Men — Modern Low-Maintenance Grey Style
This short textured buzz crop pairs clipped sides with a slightly longer top and light stubble, making it a versatile option for men who want a sharp, low-maintenance look. It flatters oval and square faces particularly well by emphasizing strong cheekbones and jawlines; it also suits receding hairlines and finer hair by minimizing contrast at the hairline. To style, use clippers (graded guards for tapering), a precision trimmer for the neckline and sideburns, and scissors to add minimal texture on top if needed. For daily finish, warm a pea-sized amount of matte paste or styling cream between the palms and work through the top to enhance natural grain and control flyaways. Tools needed: hair clippers, trimmer, comb, and optional blow dryer for quick direction. Products required: lightweight matte paste or cream, scalp moisturizer or SPF for exposed areas, and a clarifying shampoo. Difficulty level: easy — ideal for men seeking simplicity. Maintenance tips: schedule trims every 2–4 weeks, keep stubble tidy, and hydrate the scalp to prevent flaking and maintain a healthy finish.
Short Tapered Buzz Cut for Men — Clean Low Crop & Line‑Up
This low tapered buzz cut is a timeless, professional look that works especially well for oval and square face shapes, and can visually lengthen round faces when the top is kept slightly longer. Technique: use clippers with a #1–#3 guard depending on desired length, blending a subtle taper at the sides and back. Finish with a precise trimmer or straight razor to define the hairline and temples for that crisp, tailored appearance. Tools needed: quality cordless clippers with multiple guards, detail trimmer/razor, barber comb, hand mirror and cape. Products required: a lightweight matte paste or cream for minimal texture, daily scalp moisturizer or SPF, and a gentle shampoo/conditioner. Difficulty level: easy to moderate — basic home trims are possible, but a barber visit is recommended for the initial taper and clean line‑up. Maintenance tips: schedule a touch‑up every 2–4 weeks to keep the taper sharp, shampoo 2–3 times weekly to avoid scalp dryness, apply SPF to exposed scalp when outdoors, and use a light leave‑in moisturizer to maintain healthy skin and hair. This cut is low‑fuss, modern and highly adaptable.
Textured Short Side Part with Taper — Mens Classic Business Hairstyle
This polished short side part with textured top and tapered sides suits oval, rectangular and oblong face shapes — it visually shortens length and adds structure around the temples. Cut: short tapered sides with slightly longer top (1–2 inches) and soft layers to create movement. Styling technique: towel-dry to damp, apply a pea-sized amount of sea-salt spray or light mousse for grip, then blow-dry while combing the hair to the side with a vent brush or small round brush to build a slight lift at the front. Finish by working a matte clay or paste through the top with fingertips to define texture and set the side part with a fine-tooth comb; use a light-hold hairspray only if needed. Tools needed: blow dryer, vent/round brush, fine-tooth comb, hair scissors for maintenance. Products required: sea-salt spray or lightweight mousse, matte clay/paste, heat protectant, optional light hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium — quick once you learn the blow-dry direction. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to keep the taper sharp, use a weekly clarifying wash to remove product buildup, and avoid heavy oils that flatten natural texture.
Textured Short Crop with Bleached Fringe — Mens Modern Short Hairstyle
This textured short crop with a bleached fringe works well for oval, square and heart-shaped faces; men with round faces can also wear it if they add height at the crown to create length. Styling focuses on piecey texture and a slightly undone fringe for a contemporary, low-maintenance look. Start with towel-damp hair and apply a sea-salt spray or light mousse for grip. Use a blow-dryer on low–medium heat while scrunching with your fingers or a vent brush to build texture. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte clay or paste through the top and fringe, shaping with fingertips for separation; use a bit of light-hold pomade to smooth the sides if needed. Tools needed: hairdryer, vent or paddle brush, small comb, and scissors for at-home tidy-ups. Recommended products: sea-salt spray, matte clay/paste, heat protectant, and a nourishing conditioner for bleached hair — use purple shampoo occasionally to counter brassiness. Difficulty: easy–medium. Maintenance: trim every 3–5 weeks, deep-condition weekly, protect bleached areas from sun, and book color touch-ups as needed to keep the fringe bright and healthy.
Modern Classic Side Part with Tapered Sides — Mens Comb-Over Style
This refined side-part comb-over blends classic tailoring with modern texture, ideal for men wanting polished volume without excessive shine. Face shape suitability: works best on oval, square and diamond faces; the lifted top lengthens round faces and softens strong jawlines. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a small amount of volumizing mousse or pre-styling cream, then blow-dry with a round brush or vent brush while directing hair to the side and back to build height at the crown. Define the part with a comb and finish by working a pea-sized amount of medium-hold matte paste or low-shine pomade through the top for separation; smooth sides with a light comb stroke. Tools needed: hairdryer with nozzle, round or vent brush, fine-tooth comb, and clippers/scissors for trims. Products required: pre-styler (mousse or cream), medium-hold matte paste or pomade, light hairspray for hold, weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty level: moderate — basic blow-drying skill helpful. Maintenance tips: trim sides every 3–5 weeks, maintain length on top, avoid overwashing, and refresh texture with a dry shampoo or sea-salt spray between washes.
Textured Curtain Fringe – Mens Medium-Length Tousled Hairstyle
This textured curtain fringe is a modern, medium-length look that suits oval, heart and longer face shapes best — it softens angular jaws and adds vertical balance to longer faces. Men with square faces can wear it if the fringe is kept soft and slightly parted; those with very round faces should avoid a heavy full fringe or opt for a deeper center part to elongate the face. Styling technique: start with towel-damped hair, spray a sea-salt or volumizing mousse through roots and mid-lengths, then blow-dry using fingers or a diffuser while training the hair into a loose center or off-center part. Use a round brush for subtle lift at the roots and to shape the curtain ends. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of lightweight cream, matte paste or low-shine pomade through the ends for separation; for a wet-look use a water-based gel on damp hair. Tools needed: blow dryer (with nozzle/diffuser), round brush, wide-tooth comb and fingers. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse, light styling cream/paste or pomade, light hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires practice on parting and product amount. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain the fringe length and layers, use conditioner to preserve texture, and clarify monthly to prevent product buildup.
Textured Crop & Side‑Swept Pompadour — Modern Mens Short-to-Medium Hairstyles
This image pairs a textured crop with a clean side‑swept pompadour, two versatile looks for modern men. Face-shape suitability: the textured crop flatters round, oval and heart-shaped faces by adding height and definition; the side-swept pompadour suits oval, rectangular or diamond faces by elongating the profile and balancing proportions. Styling technique: start with towel-dried hair. For the crop, apply a sea-salt spray or light texturizing cream, then scrunch with fingers while blow-drying on low to medium heat. For the pompadour, use a heat protectant, blow-dry with a round brush to lift the roots and sweep hair back and to the side. Tools needed: hairdryer, round brush and/or vent brush, wide-tooth comb, and clippers or scissors for shaping. Products required: pre-styling spray, matte paste or clay for the cropped texture, medium-hold pomade or styling cream for the pompadour, and light hairspray for hold. Difficulty level: easy to moderate — basic blow-dry skills help. Maintenance tips: schedule trims every 3–6 weeks for the crop and 4–8 weeks for the pompadour, condition regularly, and avoid product buildup with occasional clarifying shampoo.
Classic Side Part Taper with Textured Slick-Back for Men
A modern classic that pairs a tapered back and sides with a medium-length, textured slick-back and defined side part. Face-shape suitability: ideal for oval and square faces (the added height softens round faces and balances longer faces), and it can be tailored for heart or triangular shapes by adjusting side tapering. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a light heat-protectant or volumizing spray, then blow-dry using a round brush or vent brush while creating a clean side part. Direct the hair back and slightly upward at the front for natural volume, then work a small amount of matte pomade, clay, or cream from roots to ends and comb into place for a textured, controlled finish. Tools needed: hairdryer with nozzle, round or vent brush, tail comb for parting, and professional clippers/scissors for the taper. Products required: leave-in heat protectant or volumizer, matte pomade/wax/paste, optional sea-salt spray for texture, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: easy–moderate (5–10 minutes daily). Maintenance tips: refresh the taper every 3–5 weeks, trim the top every 6–8 weeks, wash 2–3 times weekly depending on product use, and use a weekly conditioner or mask to keep hair healthy.
Bald Head with Short Beard & Textured Curly Crop — Mens Grooming Styles
This look combines a clean bald head with a neatly trimmed short beard and a contrasting textured curly crop — a contemporary pairing for men who want low-profile sophistication with a relaxed, tactile top. Face-shape suitability: the bald head flatters oval, square and oblong faces by emphasizing bone structure; the short beard softens round faces. The curly crop suits oval, heart and diamond shapes by adding width and movement. Styling technique: for the bald head, clip to skin with a #0–#1 guard, finish with a foil shaver for smoothness and edge with a precision trimmer for the beard neckline. For the curly crop, cut in short, layered lengths with scissors to remove bulk and encourage spring; apply a leave-in curl cream to damp hair and diffuse while scrunching. Tools needed: clippers, foil shaver, trimmer, barber scissors, comb, blow dryer with diffuser, microfiber towel. Products required: scalp balm or moisturizer with SPF, lightweight beard oil, leave-in curl cream or sea-salt spray, matte paste for definition. Difficulty level: bald maintenance is easy but frequent; textured crop is moderate and needs styling skill. Maintenance tips: shave or buzz every 1–2 weeks, trim beard weekly, deep-clean scalp twice monthly, refresh curls with water and leave-in between washes, and visit your barber every 4–6 weeks for shape upkeep.
Textured Side‑Swept Crop with Tapered Sides
This modern textured side‑swept crop features medium-length hair on top with a short, tapered sides and subtle side part — a versatile look that flatters oval, square and heart-shaped faces by adding width on top without elongating the jaw. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a few sprays of sea-salt or volumizing mist, then blow-dry while using your fingers or a vent brush to lift and direct hair sideways for natural separation. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte clay or medium-hold paste through the top, scrunching to enhance texture and sweeping slightly to the side. Tools needed: blow dryer, vent or round brush (for volume), wide-tooth comb or fingers for shaping, and barber scissors for trims. Products required: sea-salt spray or pre-styling spray, matte clay/paste, lightweight hairspray for hold if needed, and a hydrating conditioner. Difficulty level: easy–moderate — quick daily styling once you learn the direction and volume. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks to keep the taper sharp, shampoo 2–3 times weekly with conditioner, and avoid heavy oils that weigh texture down.
Short Buzz Cut with Textured Stubble — Mens Low-Maintenance Style
This close-cropped buzz cut with a short, even clip and trimmed stubble is a clean, modern option for men seeking minimal styling time. Face shape suitability: works best on oval, square, and diamond faces; it can slim a round face by reducing side volume, but may shorten the look of very long/oblong faces. Styling technique: use electric clippers with a uniform guard (#1–#3 depending on desired length), run against the grain for even coverage, and finish with a detail trimmer to clean the neckline and sideburns. Tools needed: quality corded/cordless clippers, trimmer, small scissors (beard detail), handheld mirror. Products required: light scalp moisturizer or aftershave balm, matte paste or cream for minimal texture, beard oil or balm, and daily SPF for exposed scalp. Difficulty level: easy — DIY-friendly if you’re comfortable with clippers; otherwise a quick barber visit. Maintenance tips: reclip every 2–4 weeks to keep the silhouette sharp, exfoliate scalp weekly, moisturize daily, and tidy the beard every 1–2 weeks to maintain proportion.
Textured Short Curly Crop with Tapered Sides — Mens Hairstyle
This short textured curly crop with tapered sides is a modern, low‑profile look that highlights natural curl and beard balance. Face shapes: works best for oval, square and heart-shaped faces — the tapered sides add structure for round faces but avoid excessive height if you have a long (rectangular) face. Styling technique: ask your barber for a short taper on the sides and back while keeping 1–2 inches on top; use scissors to texturize the crown. At home, towel-dry then apply a small amount of leave‑in conditioner and curl cream. Finger‑scrunch or use a twist sponge to define coils, and finish with a light matte paste or sea‑salt spray to add separation and hold. Tools needed: clippers with guard set, scissors, wide‑tooth comb, blow dryer with diffuser attachment (or twist sponge) and microfiber towel. Products required: leave‑in conditioner, curl‑defining cream, matte paste or light pomade, occasional sea‑salt spray, plus beard oil/balm. Difficulty level: easy–medium — simple daily routine but requires basic barber maintenance. Maintenance tips: trim tapers every 3–6 weeks, deep condition weekly, avoid overwashing (2–3×/week), refresh curls with water or leave‑in spray, and keep beard conditioned for a cohesive look.
Textured Slick-Back for Medium-Length Men’s Hair
Face shape suitability: This medium-length textured slick-back flatters oval and square faces and balances heart-shaped profiles; men with round faces should add height at the crown to elongate the face. Styling technique: Start with towel-damp hair. Apply a sea-salt spray or light pre-styler, then blow-dry while combing hair back to build root lift. Use a vent or round brush to smooth and direct the hair; finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte pomade or styling cream through mid-lengths and ends, then comb back for a controlled base. Break the surface with your fingers to introduce natural texture and set lightly with hairspray. Tools needed: hair dryer with nozzle, vent or round brush, fine-tooth comb and your fingers for finishing. Products required: sea-salt or pre-styling spray, medium-hold matte pomade or cream, optional texturizing clay/paste for separation, and a light-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: Moderate — requires basic blow-drying skills and 5–10 minutes of daily styling. Maintenance tips: Trim every 4–6 weeks to maintain shape, deep condition weekly, avoid product build-up with a monthly clarifying wash, and adjust product weight to suit hair thickness.
Short Textured Crop with Brushed Quiff and Tapered Sides
A modern short textured crop with a brushed quiff and tight tapered sides — a versatile look that suits oval, square, and rectangular face shapes and works especially well for men with strong jawlines or a receding hairline. Styling technique: towel-dry hair to damp, apply a light sea-salt spray or volumizing mousse at the roots, then use a hair dryer and a small round brush or fingers to lift and direct the front into a short quiff. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte paste or clay through the top for texture and hold, shaping the quiff with your fingertips. Tools needed: clippers for the tapered sides, scissors for top texturing, hair dryer, small round brush or comb, and styling brush or fingers. Products required: sea-salt spray or mousse, matte paste or clay, light hold hairspray for extra hold, and a mild shampoo with conditioner for regular care. Difficulty level: easy–medium — approachable for daily styling. Maintenance tips: visit the barber every 3–5 weeks for tidy tapers and texturing, refresh color or highlights as needed, and use a nourishing scalp oil occasionally if hair is thinning or dry.
High Man Bun (Top Knot) & Short Textured Tapered Crop — Mens Hairstyle Guide
This image pairs a high man bun (top knot) with a short textured tapered crop — two versatile looks for modern men. Face-shape suitability: the man bun adds vertical length and flatters oval, square, and rectangular faces; those with round faces can benefit from added height to slim proportions. The tapered textured crop works well on oval, square, and heart shapes and helps balance round faces by keeping the sides tight and adding controlled volume on top. Styling technique: for the man bun, grow the top to 6–10 inches, apply sea-salt spray or light texturizing cream, gather hair high and secure with a snag-free elastic; finish by smoothing flyaways with a bit of pomade. For the textured crop, clipper-taper the sides (1–3 guard), cut the top with point-cutting for texture, and enhance definition with a curl sponge or by scrunching with a matte clay. Tools needed: clippers, scissors, comb, hair ties, blow dryer with diffuser, and a curl sponge (if applicable). Products: sea-salt spray, matte clay or light pomade, leave-in conditioner, and dry shampoo. Difficulty level: medium — growing and maintaining the man bun requires patience; the tapered crop is low- to mid-effort. Maintenance tips: regular trims (every 3–8 weeks depending on the cut), weekly deep-condition or leave-in treatment, avoid tight elastics, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce breakage and frizz.
After 10+ years in men’s grooming I’ve learned that a great hairstyle combines cut, texture and routine. Use the 24 images here as practical references when you book your appointment: show your barber the exact photo, note the length on top and sides, and discuss product and blow-dry technique. For longevity, schedule trims every 4–8 weeks depending on the style, use a lightweight styling paste for matte control or a medium-hold pomade for shine, and match your shampoo and conditioner to your hair’s oil level. If you and a partner want complementary looks, pick one style with similar maintenance demands to keep schedules simple. Finally, prioritize face shape and hair density over trends — a tailored cut that suits you will always look better than an ill-fitting fashion forward style. If you need help selecting the right photo from the 24, tell me your hair type and face shape and I’ll recommend top choices.
