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19 trendy hairstyles for men -- Sport the desired look with D-I-Y easy steps

Be it the short shag, all spiked crop or even the faux-hawk; everyone has a distinct pick of their own. What's yours?

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Written By: Priyanka Ganwani | Published : December 4, 2014 12:41 PM IST

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Stylish hairstyles and haircuts are not just limited to women. Men can experiment and play around with different cuts, styles and complimenting hair colurs as well. There is clearly one for every type of man out there. Short, long, layered, spiked up, fringes, et al. Here are various hairstyles, one could choose from:

1. The Mohawk

Maro Balletoli mohawk

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This punk hairdo is spiked up with longer length, right at the centre, as compared to the front and the behind sections. In fact, the authentic 80 s look requires a shaved-off look on the sides, except for the centre section, creeping behind to the nape.

Steps to style:

  • Begin styling on damp hair with some hair styling cream.
  • Direct your hair in the crown portion, upwards creating a mounted-up look. You could mess up the sides and the hair at the behind for some natural and easy hairstyling. This hairstyle is usually a cakewalk for straight hair, but can be fun for wavy hair too.
  • Use some hair spray to set the hairstyle for long hours.

2. The bed head

Gerard Butler's messy sexy hair

The messy and ruffled look could be an asset to any length and style. However, it's best to have as many layers and uneven steps so your hair falls naturally unkempt and rough. It clearly doesn't require too much of an effort and could complement any face type. This messed up look could be carried-off casually, to a night out or even to a grand formal event.

Steps to style:

  • Ensure your hair is damp enough to begin styling.
  • With some hair product in your hands (as per your hair type), simply scrunch and run your fingers all over your hair. Ruffle it enough till you are satisfied with the messy look, or tame it a little if you wish to.

3. The faux-hawk

Sean franklin Faux-hawk

In case you find the Mohawk a little too extreme from your taste, a tamed down version is the faux-hawk. This can be done with mid-length to long hair on the crown portion to give that slight mounted-up look. This hairstyle can be done on the textured crop or even a mid-length regular shag hairstyle. The faux-hawk helps elongate a round face type better.

Steps to style:

  • Begin styling on damp hair with some hair styling cream.
  • Direct your hair in the crown portion, upwards creating a mounted-up look. You could mess up the sides and the hair at the back for some natural and easy hairstyling. This hairstyle is usually a cakewalk for straight hair, but can be fun for wavy hair too.
  • Use some hairspray to set the hairstyle for long hours.

4. The short shag

Ian Joseph short shag

The short shag is casual and playful at the same time. The short razor cut adds an edge to the layers with the short shag. It defines to give an uneven look at the edges and looks rightly unkempt. The short shag could be well-styled on straight and wavy hair. This haircut would work best on squarish faces.

Steps to style:

  • You could use an iron to straighten your hair, in case you have wavy hair. If your hair is naturally straight, then just blow dry your hair straight and downwards.
  • Before you begin blow drying, apply a small amount of gel on damp hair and then proceed.
  • Also apply some more gel or hair product in a straight and downward direction, for a smooth texture. This may come across as gothic in appearance.
  • If you sport wavy hair and have longer layers, then the best way to style it is my applying some hair styling cream on different sections of your hair.
  • You could give it a ruffled, wavy look by leaving your hair all over for a voluminousness feel.

5. The long shag

shahid kapur long shag

If you haven t grown out of the long hair trend and still fancy it, then you can definitely experiment with longer layers as per your hair type. Layers add more texture to your hair as compared to hair simply cut at one length. Razor-cut layers would also help add volume for those with scanty hair. Long layers would make a rounder face look longer while fringes would look good on those with broader foreheads. This could also be tried on faces which are triangular in shape.

Steps to style:

  • Begin with applying some styling cream on damp hair, right from root to tip.
  • Section your hair separately with your finger tips.
  • For a tuxedo look, you could push your hair behind the ears or even tie a low pony with a clear elastic band.

6. The textured crop

Justin Theroux - textured crop

For those who love a whole lot of volume and texture, this hairstyle is short yet can have so much more to it. The hair is cut in layers, maintaining the long hair in the crown portion extending towards the back. However, the sides are slightly shorter. This haircut is also a way to sport some light-textured fringes.This hairstyle would definitely complement broader oblong-shaped faces.

Steps to style:

  • As for the styling, you could use some wax-based gel and pull the hair in the crown area, inwards.
  • You could however style the hair upwards and ruffle it in bits to give it a mohawk look.

7. The short crop

Zac Efron short crop

This is a very basic hairstyle, which often has different versions as per preferred style and hair type. This haircut has short length all over. If you have always had thick hair, then the short crop is an easy way to maintain such hair type. Oval faces or oblong faces would grace short crop hairstyle better.

Steps to style:

  • Towel dry your hair until it is damp.
  • Then, take some gel in your palms and move them through your hair, creating as much texture, in any direction.

8. The buzz cut

Mathew Foxx buzz cut

For the buzz cut, you could buzz sections you prefer, thereby changing your look completely. You could opt for buzzing the sides while leaving some length on the crown portion. This usually is the most-preferred style for those who want to get rid of most of their hair. The buzz cut could however be dicey to sport. People with oval or round faces could be suitable for this kind of hairstyle. Additionally, this hairstyle is easy to handle and requires no hair styling products or styling tools. Also, the cut is easy to achieve and is an answer to thinning hair.

Steps to style:

  • You could use easily available electrical clippers which come with changeable blades. Ensure that your clipper also comes with guards, in case it is used too close to your scalp. Choose a setting for appropriate length.
  • As you begin the cut, ensure you are doing this in the opposite direction of the hair growth.
  • To put it simply, if you begin from top, then clip backwards. Do the same for the sides.

9. The crew cut

Channing Tatum crew cut

The crew cut, like the buzz cut or even the short crop, comes under hassle-free hairstyles. This cut requires some length, however not too long on the top and front section. The sideburns can be kept short, to sport a clean look. This haircut does great for your facial features and for a broad forehead. Oval faces look best with such a haircut.

Steps to style:

  • Begin with towel-drying your hair.
  • As your hair would be almost dry, use a gel with a strong hold and begin with lightly pushing your hair to one side.
  • Place your hair lightly and avoid using too much of the hair product, as it may tend to appear too slick for the style.

10. The minimal spikes

Brad pitt's minimal spikes

This is the go-to hairstyle for all those who sport a crew cut or short crop. It s a hassle-free way of styling your hair if you are out for a professional meeting or for a night with friends. The minimal spikes look neat and stylish on men with a broader forehead.

Steps to style

  • Keep your hair damp or spray some water.
  • For the spikes, just roughen up your hair and mess it a little.
  • Take a drop of gel and simply apply it on different sections of your hair, thoroughly.
  • In case your hair is longer around the crown portion, then carefully spike up only that section and not the sides. If you have a longer length in the front, then spike it well and upwards.
  • If you prefer the messy or unfinished look, then style your hair in criss-cross direction.

11. The front wave pompadour

Front wave pomadour

If you fancy an era of the 50 s and drool over the rock n roll style, then the front wave pompadour or pomp could appeal to you. This jazzed up hairstyle could be worn to a party or even a wedding. This hairstyle works great on those with long hair in the front and short hair at the back and sides. The pompadour or pomp would do great on a heart shaped face.

Steps to style:

  • To begin with, your hair is needed to be absolutely dry. You could blow-dry your hair from the roots, in the direction you prefer for the hairstyle.
  • Then, blow-dry your hair with a roller-brush in the upward or backward curl.
  • Once, you are done, style your hair with your fingers in the direction you used the brush. As for the rest of the hair, comb the hair neatly and backwards.
  • To ensure your hair stays this way, use a small amount of the pomade hair product and apply it in the direction your hair was blow-dried.
  • For the final pomp look, push your hair (in the front) forward, placing your hand on the tip of the hair, behind. You could also do this using a rat-tail comb. Here are some trendsetting hairstyles from the Milan runways.

12. The quiff

fawad-khan quiff

The quiff is similar to the pompadour look. Only that the hair is waved to the side with some volume. For this hairstyle, you would need your hair to be cut in medium-short length on the sides and mid-length and layered on the top. This is simple and has a vintage appeal to it. The quiff hairstyle works wonders on those with high cheeks bones or a diamond shape face. Know how to sport Fawad Khan's quiff hairstyle, here.

Steps to style:

  • For the quiff, ensure you begin blow-drying your hair in the direction you want. This will help add volume and do most of the job, right at the beginning.
  • Then, use a combination of any good volume mousse and wax, in the direction of the blow-dried hair.
  • Complete the look by adding a shine spray at the end to get a slight gloss.

13. The back combed gelled

saif-ali-khan-combed-back-look

If you are too sophisticated to sport some spikes then the slick back look or the back combed hairstyle could be your pick. This hair style could be a saviour for those sporting both, longer shag as well a buzz cut (with longer length in the front). This style can complement casual wear as well a tuxedo without any qualms. This hairstyle highlights a broader forehead, perfectly.

Steps to style:

  • For this hairstyle, your hair is needed to be damp.
  • Just then, comb your hair down and backwards and dry your hair in this direction as well.
  • Once you reach the crown portion, blow-dry and comb your hair in the down and backwards motion.
  • If you choose to go simple, just side-part your hair neatly and comb the sides, backwards. Apply some pomade gel to set it.
  • If you prefer a heightened look in the front, comb your hair from the front loosely and don t pull it back too tight. You could have the sides combed back completely. Just apply some gel or pomade on your hair.
  • For a slight sheen over your hair, use a glossing serum.

14. The all dry fringe

Ashton Kutcher fringe style

Fringes usually are a favourite for the women across all ages but this short front hairstyle can also look rather cool on men too. Fringes also benefit receding hairlines and can be a part of haircuts with any length or styles. You may sport the short crop, shag or even the long shag for the fringes.

Steps to style:

  • For hair styling products to work well, it is needed that your hair is completely dry. In case you find your hair extremely frizzy after drying, you could use a hair cream while your hair is still wet.
  • You could use a roller brush to blow-dry your hair if you want a wavy or curled hair look.
  • Or you could just blast-dry your hair and scrunch it with some mousse for a natural, messy look.
  • Use either a glossing serum or a hairspray for that finishing shine.

15. The long shag with scrunched curls

Hrithik-Roshan curls

Curly, thick hair can be quite a task to handle. However, the best part about styling such hair is that, there is already much texture to it. If you ve coloured your hair a different colour or opted for highlights, the curls could look even better. Scrunching is an easy way to put your hair in place without having to tame it too tight. This look works exceptionally well if you have an event to attend or are setting out for a party. Here is how you can style curly hair.

Steps to style:

  • First, part your hair well or run your fingers through your hair and place them well. For a natural look, just scrunch your hair.
  • Apply some styling cream on damp hair and scrunch your hair all over, well. Use the blow-dry if you prefer to.
  • Use a hairspray to set your hair.

16. The modern mullet

Timothy Oliphant neo mullet

The modern or neo mullet is clearly a quirky version of the already dramatic mullet. Just that, this one is minimalist in style. The difference in the cut is behind, near the nape. The length is not as long as it would be in the regular mullet. The length lasts only till the nape, giving a long hair illusion. Those with a sharp jaw line and features could sport this hairstyle better.

Steps to style:

  • Begin with blow-drying your hair with a flat brush, backwards and away from your face. Do this for your hair in all sections.
  • Once your hair is completely dry, apply a gel with a strong hold on your crown portion and lightly on the sides. Avoid using the gel for the hair at the back, it may tend to look too limp. The natural fall for the hair behind is best.
  • After the gel application, quickly comb your hair lightly to assure that the gel is used evenly.

17. The bob

bob (1) hairstyle for men

If you are not too fond of long hair and yet want to sport something, somewhere in-between, then the ear-level bob could be your pick. This length is ideal to keep your hair away from the shoulders, without having to tie it. Round faces look flattering with this haircut.

Steps to style:

  • If you want a complete scrunched look then you could either apply some cream when your hair is wet or simply leave it to dry naturally.
  • You could also blow-dry your hair straight for a simply, sleek look.

18. The shoulder length and below

leto Jared long hair

Gone are those days when long hair was associated only with women, men can sport it with much flamboyance too. Shoulder length hair with some steps, if you prefer, or a simple blunt cut adds definition to a rounder face and makes it look narrow. There is so much you can do with the styling part of it. You could get ombre tips or go global with a dreamy hazel nut brown. Know how to manage long hair better, here.

Steps to style:

  • With long hair, it s essential to have them tangle free, especially if you keep them open for most of the time. So comb out your hair at regular intervals.
  • Set a middle parting and use a curl-scrunch styling cream to your hair. Or you could simply leave your hair as is, with some natural waves.
  • An alternative to this could be tying your hair into a low pony behind. This style could be considered by those with straight hair. A great way to complement this look would be with a stubble or even a heavy bearded look. Know how to get Leonardo Di Caprio s bearded look here.

19. The bald look

Ranveer Singh's bald look

If you are gutsy enough to walk around with a bald head, then nothing should stop you. A bald look waves goodbye to a number of hair problems and involves no maintenance whatsoever. You can manage the bald look better by moisturising your head and using a sunscreen, every time you step out. This one is fine style for oval and rather longer faces.

Steps to style:

  • To retain the bald look for as long, ensure you shave your head from time-to-time. Shaving a bald head may call for unwanted ingrown hair, hence it is essential to know the right technique.
  • A great way of completing your bald look is sporting a cap according to the occasion or time of the day. This way, you head will be well protected from sun exposure and it s a fun way to carry this look off too. Know more on how to style the bald look, Ranveer Singh style.

Image source: Getty Images/BollywoodLife

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