The Southside fade gets its name from the location of its origin, the Southside of Houston, Texas. The Southside is the shortest haircut out there. Think of a high and tight, take it up higher and even tighter. That is … Read more
Most men’s haircuts follow the short sides, longer top formula. These short sides, long top hairstyles take that contrast even further. Looks for every hair type use the short-long combination – pompadours, slick backs, flat tops, undercuts, mullets, hair curtains, … Read more
It’s that time of year again – trying to find a present for loved ones that they will enjoy and don’t already have. Well, here are some of the best gifts for men for Christmas and the holiday season. Or, … Read more
The most popular men’s haircuts include a little bit of everything. That’s why we have 50 different pictures to show them all. From short hair, Black hair, and fade haircuts to trendy cut and professional looks, there is something for … Read more
Twist hairstyles for men go by many names: two-strand twists, rope twists, Sengalese twists, Havana twists, Marley twists, and probably some more. All of these twist outs are protective styles that are gentle on the scalp and work really well … Read more
The mohawk haircut has come a long way from the punk rock style. Punk may be dead (or not) but the mohawk lives on. To be a mohawk, a haircuts has to be strip of hair down the center of … Read more
Let’s start by answering the question, “what is a tape up haircut?” Tape up is another name for a taper, also known as a taper fade. This type of fade stops behind the ear, with faded hair at the temples … Read more
The flat top refers to two types of haircuts: the short military-inspired flat top for straight hair and the longer high top fade for tight curls and Black hair. Both are retro styles, represented in 90’s popular culture by Rocky … Read more
When choosing from the best beard styles for Black men, start with what you can grow. Every man’s facial hair comes in differently. Some guys are blessed with full hair all over while some beards are patchy. Once you’ve got … Read more
The South of France haircut, also known as the gentleman’s mohawk, is one of those instant classics. Usher brought this cut to peak popularity when he started wearing it almost ten years ago. Fast forward to today, Usher has a … Read more
The afro taper fade haircut is one of the biggest ways to wear Black and very curly hair. Literally. The Guinness Book World Record for the largest afro is 4’10” in circumference. Any challengers? Of course, an afro doesn’t have … Read more
Box braids for men get their name from the square-shaped sections that plaits are formed from. In contrast to cornrows that are tight to the scalp, box braids hang loose. That is where the similarities end. Braids can be short … Read more
The waves haircut is a popular trend right now. While 180 and 360 waves are traditionally Black styles, guys with all hair types are getting in on the style. Is there a straight hair waves haircut for Latino, Asian, or … Read more
After many reader requests, here’s a post dedicated to hairstyles and haircuts for black men. There are so many options for these fresh haircut styles from close cropped waves to natural twists to geometric flat tops with retro flair. Most … Read more
First, what is a shape up haircut? It’s the same thing as a line up or edge up. Whatever you call it, this is a defined, instead of natural, hairline. The shape up is a straight line across the forehead … Read more
Braids for men are the ultimate in stylish and low maintenance looks. We’re not talking about braid hairstyles but professional plaits. Once braids are in, they last for weeks with proper care and maintenance. Types of braids for men can … Read more
The temp fade, also known as the temple fade, is a fade at the temple. It usually includes the sideburns but the faded area can be smaller or larger. A low temp fade may just remove the sideburn area while … Read more
First, what is a blowout haircut? The blowout consists of a low fade around the sides and back with and longer hair on top that is styled up and sometimes out. The goal is to look like you stuck your … Read more
A new school year is a great time for a fresh new look. Check out 35 of the coolest black boys haircuts from some of the best barbers from around the world. Whether you want a short, low maintenance cut … Read more
Another men’s haircut that has been updated is the classic mohawk. These mohawk fade haircuts feature new ways to wear the sides and the mohawk itself. The mohawk haircut is a strip of hair down the center of the head … Read more
Fade haircuts are one of the most popular looks for Black men. A fade cuts the sides and back of hair from short down to the skin. As far as the hairstyle, that can be anything from an ultra-short buzz … Read more
Next to the fade, a hot addition to any hairstyle is a line up. Also known as an edge up, shape up or lineup, this cut defines the hairline into straight lines and right angles. It used to be more common … Read more