Best Short Haircut Styles For Men 2020

Best Short Haircut Styles For Men 2020

Short haircuts for men are the go-to haircut styles for most guys. There is something very satisfying about going to the barber to get your hair all cleaned up and looking fresh.

There are a huge variety of short haircuts, from the buzz up to styles that are a couple of inches long. Lots of these short men’s haircuts that are short around the sides and back with an easy to manage shorter length on top. Not all have fades thought, there are also taper hairstyles.

These cuts aren’t short on trends. We’ve got the latest trends, classic styles, military-inspired looks and more.

Check out these pictures for 31 of the best short haircut styles for men and shorter hairstyles to get right now.

Short Hair + Mid Skin Fade

With faded sides, this cut has enough length on top to style into a range of different looks.

Quiff + Mid Bald Fade

A short quiff always looks great. Just work hair along the forehead straight up/

Textured Crop + Skin Fade

Adding a quiff at the front is another cool way to style the popular textured crop.

Mid Fade Haircut

The mid fade cut always looks clean cut, even with a tousled style on top.

Short Taper Hairstyle

Men’s hair length is getting longer, if not on top then around the sides and back. That means more tapers instead of fades.

Crew Cut + Beard

This longer version of the crew cut looks cool with volume at the hairline and a high fade.

Short Haircut + Low Fade

This cut is as short as it gets while leaving something to work with. Longer hair at the hairline can be styled or worn loose.

Modern Military Flattop

This softer styling gives a modern update to a military-inspired flattop haircut.

Very Short Haircut Styles for Men

There are a surprising number of ways to wear the buzz cut, line up, fade combination. This is as short as it gets with a #1 guard on top and high skin fade.

10 Short Haircuts For Men 2020

10 Short Haircuts For Men 2020

Short hairstyles are one of the most popular looks for men. They are easy to wear, stylish and suitable for work and play. Here are some of the most popular men’s haircuts and trendy short haircuts for men.

Too look great with a busy and active lifestyle, very short haircuts can be the way to go. These are buzzcuts with details like a fade or line up or both. For black hair, 360 waves are super short and stylish.

Texture is a major trend that you will see incorporated into new haircuts. That starts with a layered haircut and is enhanced by spiky, messy  styling. Add texture to fine hair with a styling powder or use a clay pomade for thicker hair types. Another hot trend is the textured crop haircut with a hint of fringe. Bangs can be worn straight down, on an angle or cut into a unique shape.

Short haircuts work for all hair types from fine to thick, straight to curly and even thinning hair. Beef up fine or thin hair with texture and volume. Tame thick hair with layers that lighten up hair. Cut hair just long enough to leave some curl. And short haircuts are flattering for balding men because they minimize the difference between thinning areas and fuller hair.

Short Sides, Long on Top Haircut

This short sides, longer on top haircut is a cool and clean cut look. Styled with some texture on San Jose Shark Dylan Gambrell, it could be also be worn with a side part for a more conservative workplace.

Men’s Short Fade Haircut

Fade haircuts cut the sides and back of hair ultra short or down to the skin. This skin fade makes short hair appear even thicker and fuller while creating a canvas for a subtle hair design at the temple.

Short Haircuts For Black Men

A waves haircut shows off curly texture in a very short haircut. A line up and sideburn fade clean up the edges.

Men’s Short Haircuts For Thin Hair

Gotham’s Ben McKenzie rocks a flattering short haircut and style for fine hair at a QG party. Hair is styled with some texture and volume to boost fullness and a hint of part for a polished detail.

Men’s Short Haircuts For Thick Hair

Short haircuts can make thick hair easier to style. This cool cut removes weight while adding texture. Work a dab of a medium hold, low shine product between palms and rub through hair and style with fingers.

Short Stylish Men’s Haircuts

This fresh style features forward fringe cut into two intersecting curves. Maintain the shape with a matte product combed through hair.

Cool Short Haircuts For Men

This cool short haircut for men is ready for work or a night out on the town. Longer hair at the forehead is swept over to one side but could also be spiked up into a faux hawk or quiff. Try a product like Layrite Natural Matte Cream Pomade for hold without shine.

Short Haircuts For Men With Curly Hair

The best short haircuts for curly hair enhance hair’s natural texture. This high fade haircut styled with messy texture is great choice for summer but looks great all year round. Try a curl cream or sea salt spray to define curl and minimize frizz. A great new fade haircut for you to get this year.

Short Curly Haircuts For Men

While faded sides can make curly hair easier to wear, these short sides reveal some texture while looking great. A little bit of extra length at the front can be styled into a quiff. Try a creamy pomade like Imperial Fiber Pomade.

50 Hairstyles To Try in 2020

50 Hairstyles To Try in 2020

It's almost the end of 2019 and it's time to leave past hairstyles behind. 2020 is ramping up to be a creative year for new hair colors, accessories and even cuts, and we've rounded up the best. So what's in store? Lots of bobs and throwback looks, but no need to be intimidated by any of these styles—you can rock them out in your own way.

We caught up with Antoinette Beenders, Global Creative Director and Senior Vice President of Creative at Aveda, and asked her what's hot for hairstyles in 2020 and beyond:

What hair looks are you forecasting to be the top trends of 2020?

"The hair looks I think we’ll be seeing in the coming year are super-sleek, straight and shiny hair, and more of the natural “your-hair-but-better” looks that we’ve seen a lot of this year. Seventies fashion and beauty made a big comeback on the Spring/Summer 2020 runways and I think this will translate into hair as well."

As a top Aveda stylist, what’s your favorite look from 2019 and do you think it’ll go into 2020?

"I really loved the looks that emphasize the natural texture of the hair – whether that’s straight, wavy, curly, coily or anything in between. As an artist, of course I have fun creating new and intricate styles, but I truly loved seeing how women were celebrating their natural hair this year.

I led the hair backstage for Stella McCartney’s Spring/Summer 2020 presentation in Milan this past summer and this is exactly what we did for the hair look. No two models were the same – we used different products to complement and enhance the beauty of their natural hair and let their individuality be the star of the show. I think we’ll continue seeing this a lot in 2020!"

What are the top hair products you would use in 2020?

"In 2020, my top hair products will be from Aveda’s new hydration collection, Nutriplenish. This range features a light and deep shampoo and conditioner, a leave-in conditioner and multi-use hair oil that can provide customized hydration to any type of hair. The products are fueled with a superfood complex that provides nutrient-powered hydration in an authentic, high-performing natural way that I have not experienced before. I especially love the Nutriplenish Leave-In Conditioner – its lightweight formula has a spray application which allows for great control over the amount of product being applied. It’s also great to add a boost of hydration to any hair look – I know it will be a must-have for my backstage looks!"

CROPPED 90S, MODERN PIXIE

Kaia Gerber celebrated her 18th birthday by cutting off copious amounts of her medium-length brunette hair, creating this cropped 90s-era style. Lookalikes have been spotted everywhere.

THE WET LOOK

Gel is back from the 90s! Kendall Jenner wears this slicked back 'do, which was created with gel and hairspray for Versace's fashion show in Milan.

SHORT PIXIE CUT

Here, a model wears a Tinker Bell cut on the Chanel runway. The pixie cut has been in fashion since the 1950s, ever since Audrey Hepburn sported one in Roman Holiday, and now it's back!

BRONDE

Tired of being either a blonde or brunette? Try being being "bronde" (a fusion of both colors, creating a light brown) like Gigi Hadid.

THE FRENCH BOB

The French bob, seen here with no bangs, is basically a shorter version of the norm. You can get this look by asking your stylist for the Amélie look.

FADE TO BLONDE

Here, the fade is inverted and you start with the darker color at the roots and end with the lighter. It's a great way to keep your hair looking summer-fresh all year long.

PINNED BACK WAVES

This throwback look , reminiscent of Nancy's locks in season one of Stranger Things, can be easily achieved with some pins. Try this half-up, half-down style with soft waves.

LAVENDER SPRIGS

Becoming popular during the 2019 Alice + Olivia presentation, lavender sprig–studded manes are expected to be a hot trend this upcoming spring and summer. And a fragrant one, at that.

ADORNED BRAIDS

How amazing is this look from the Moschino pre-Fall 2020 runway show in New York City? Each braid is wrapped in a gold twine.

FEATHERED WITH BANGS

This groovy look can be traced back to the 60s and was recently seen at the Celine Spring fashion show. We're expecting a strong emergence this upcoming fall.

35 New Hairstyles For Men in 2020

35 New Hairstyles For Men in 2020

It’s time to look at the best new hairstyles for men in 2020. Many of the cool, trendy men’s hairstyles of earlier years will likely carry over to the new year, meaning that the most popular haircuts will likely continue to be fades, undercuts, pompadours, comb overs, quiffs, slick backs, and even man buns or top knots, if you can pull them off.

More specifically, expect a lot of “short sides, long top” hairstyles which combine a low or high fade with texturized hair on top. Perfect example would be the disconnected undercut, modern pompadour, slick back fade or cropped hair, all of which are included below. However, be on the look out for longer styles that are worn textured and loose.

Looking around the fashion industry, here are the latest and most popular new hairstyles for guys.

Low Fade with Long Fringe

Longer styles have been a popular trend this year. This thick and textured fringe on top is coupled with a low taper fade on the sides for a stylish look. And with just enough length on top to let your hair become wavy, we highly recommend this cool men’s haircut for young guys!

High Fade with Fohawk and Design

There are endless variations of hair designs, but this one is paired with an awesome fade haircut. What makes the fade so cool is how versatile yet low maintenance it is. Whether you pick a high, mid, low, bald, or taper on the sides, a fade works well with any modern short cut for men.

High Fade with Loose Pompadour

Getting the pompadour haircut is easy, and requires only a good pair of clippers and 3 to 5 inches of hair on top. For the sides, guys can get a fade or undercut. Styling your pomp will require a quality pomade or wax, allowing you to add height and style. This pompadour incorporates a clean skin faded undercut and a full beard.

High Fade with Hard Part and Quiff

To get the quiff, you will need at least 3 inches of hair on top of your head. The sides will then be buzzed into a taper fade – how short is up to you. Guys have the option of a high, low, mid, or skin fade. For an extreme look, a very short clipper setting will create a lot of contrast, while those wanting a classic look can choose a gentler taper.

Long Messy Hair with Low Fade

This fresh low bald fade and line up balance the messy, textured hairstyle up top. By working a small amount of pomade into your hair, guys can create a natural look that stays in place all day.

Braided Razor Part with Pompadour

With enough length, any section of your hair can be braided. While braided hair is a unique style, it can add some flair. This pompadour combines high skin fade, thick razor par, and some braided hair.

Man Bun and Beard

The man bun’s popularity has slowly waned, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get the look if you have long hair. Paired with a beard, the man bun hairstyle looks masculine and strong.

High Bald Fade with Cropped Fringe

As one of the newest men’s haircuts to hit the scene, this cropped fringe features a high bald fade. Styled in a natural, textured way, this hairstyle is good for guys of any hair type, including fine or thin hair.

Short Sides with Medium Length Hair on Top

This low skin fade is combined with a spiky side swept fringe and short textured hair in the back. Coupled with a cool beard, this look will make the girls swoon.

These Are the All-Time Best Haircuts for Thin Hair

These Are the All-Time Best Haircuts for Thin Hair

Let’s be clear on one thing: Being born with super-thick, flowing, supermodel-esque hair may afford you more options, but there’s no reason fine-haired ladies need to throw in the towel. Much of beauty is about optical illusions. Just like the right lipstick can make your lips look fuller and the right eyeliner can make your peepers pop, the right haircut can transform thin hair into a (seemingly) thick, voluminous mane.

Using our finest hairstyling knowhow (and the advice of a few trusted stylists), we put together this roundup of the six best haircuts for thin hair—with lots of photos to prove it. These simple, yet strategic haircuts and hairstyles will trick onlookers into believing you have more hair than you know what to do with. Scroll through to see the official Byrdie guide to the best haircuts for thin hair.

Shoulder-Length Blunt Cut

Long locks can weigh down any look, so keep thin hair shoulder length or above. The trick for pulling off a shoulder-length style is making it a blunt cut. Blunt lines make your hair appear thicker.

Deep Side Part

Another trick to try if your hair is on the longer side is the deep side part. With a deep side part, you’re essentially lumping all your hair together on one side, creating the illusion of volume. You also create lift at the roots.

Choppy Pixie

Shorter hair is stronger than longer strands, so even very fine hair can benefit from a super-short cropped cut. Pixie cuts can actually make your thin hair appear thicker than it really is. Try one with choppy layers to add volume. Work a light styling balm or paste like Reverie’s Rake ($36) through your hair to give your cut definition without weighing it down.

Angled Bob or Lob

Shorter cuts are always a good idea if you have thin hair. Bobs are timeless and create shape for fine hair that might otherwise fall flat.

Lob With Light Layers

The ever-flattering lob works on any hair type, especially thin hair because it frames your face without weighing you down. Layering adds movement to hair, but you don’t want to remove too much. Stick with light layers, and keep the ends blunt rather than feathered. Use a texture spray like our favorite, Hair Shake ($18) by Joico, to create volume like Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s.

Thick Bangs

Whatever your style may be, incorporating bangs never fails to bump up thin hair. Just make your fringe is thick—the blunter the better. Heavy bangs add density, bringing body to the front. Add a deep side part and blunt, shoulder-grazing ends (like Suki Waterhouse’s), and you’ve got a winning haircut.

Volume-Boosting Hairstyles for Thin Hair

Volume-Boosting Hairstyles for Thin Hair

Long Blunt Bob

Jennifer Lopez's epic new hairstyle is inspiring us to revitalize our hair. "Blunt untextured ends help keep a solid foundation to fine hair, making the overall look seem fuller and extremely healthy," says Lund.

Long Layered Waves

Hilary Duff's length and layers are perfect for those with fine hair, says Lund. "Long soft layers create movement and make creating volume easier as the hair is lighter," she says. "Adding waves increases that fullness and texture."

Deep Side Part

Give yourself a deep side part like Olivia Munn's — it's the easiest and fastest way to create dramatic oomph. It creates height and fullness, and Lund offers this pro tip: "Switch your part up when hair becomes limp to revive the full feeling!"

Volumizing Chignon

With so much lift, you'd never know Margot Robbie's hair — pulled back into a chignon here — only falls to her shoulders.

Teased Soft Curls

Sally Field's hairstyle shows us how a curling iron and a little bit of teasing at the root can go a long way.

Brushed Back

By foregoing a part and brushing her hair with plenty of volume, Meryl Streep shows us how to add dimension and lift without much effort.

Sky-High Pony

By putting your into a super high pony, you can add the illusion of fullness. Plus, wrapping hair to tie it instead of an elastic adds more volume.

Voluminous Ends

Avoid a lifeless half-up/half-down by stealing a page from Alexa Chung's ever-insouciant style book. To achieve her waves, spritz Ouai Wave Spray onto damp ends before you finish styling — the veil is optional.

Super Sculpted

Ruby Rose demonstrates a genius way to fake volume on her short hair. Use a heavy-duty sculpting pomade like the Sachajuan Hair Paste to keep strands from falling flat.