The most ICONIC men haircuts of all time!
Haircuts have never been more diverse than they are today. One could almost say that by 2020 you’ll be able to get away with almost anything when it comes to men’s haircuts and hairstyles alike. And, on the edge of Instagram or business-oriented social platforms, the way you present yourself to the world might not be more important. A good haircut can make or break any outfit alternative, or bring you that touch of sophistication that will make you stand out as an Iconic man.
At a time with so many choices and styles, you need to pick the best haircut for you. Remember that a good haircut should sometimes be less about practicality and more about you. It should complement your appearance and goals, and change with the times.
That being said some haircuts are timeless. No matter how much the world evolves, haircuts can only change so much. What differentiates these haircuts over all other recurrent haircuts is that they convey the most about your personality. And this little piece of non-verbal communication can bring you the largest confidence return on investment you will ever have.
Caesar Haircut
The most imperial of haircuts, this iconic haircut keeps coming back and has done since ancient times.
Nobody can attest to the fact that it was the conqueror of Gaul that first wore this wonder of functionality. What people can attest to is that men’s love-hate relationship with this style has stood the test of time. Why? Because it's simple, straight forward, and it takes little to no time to style.
And even its detractors must admit that it does have a martial feel to it. Of course, like any hairstyle, it does depend on your facial features to bring the most impact. It will look more at home in an MMA gym than in an art class, but this great haircut will make people notice you for your surgical, determined, no-nonsense personality. And it will work on wavy and curly hair as well.
Tom Hardy Haircut
The flexible short sides with the longer top could be seen as an umbrella term for various styles featuring high undercuts and more room for style up top. But the reality is that it is a natural evolution on its own, one that predates pomade and other hair styling helpers. This all-rounder, dependable alternative for guys that are not persuaded by Caesar cuts, Tom Hardy’s haircut is as iconic as people can remember.
It retains much of the simplicity you would want to form a haircut but it comes with tremendous versatility. Unlike other cuts, this is one that rarely goes out of style. And can be styled in several ways as your hair starts to grow. It will bring you the kind of rugged look that will feel suited to all types of outfits. The original has decently sized sides, but its more modern iteration can be seen in Venom. This time the sides have a smooth mid-fade that gives the hairstyle even more of a clean-cut appearance.
Ryan Reynolds Haircut
If you are looking to step away from your rugged side and into a timeless style, you could go for this great example from Ryan Reynolds. This is the classic scissor and comb barber cut that can literary go anywhere and match most types of faces. Ryan manages to bring light on this haircut by giving it a more textured almost wavy top.
As a rule, this traditional style will work wonders even in its non-textured configuration. But don’t mistake it for the Hardy look. There will be no fade here, as the sides will be about 1 cm in length and the top just above 3 cm.
This is an iconic look that first graduated into the 1920’s middle classes, that loved its softer lines and bespoke finish. And ever since then it has became a standard of good, self-assured, established, men. No better haircut brings together the traditions and continuity of old barbershop America, than this enduring style that is as at home on the red carpet as it is on the football pitch.
Thomas Shelby Haircut
This hairstyle comes straight from the 1920s from a place far far away. And no, it doesn’t come from the way organized crime in Birmingham chose to style its appearance. Cillian Murphy is the modern face of this haircut, that originated in the slums of early industrialized cities where workers could not afford going to the barbers all the time, to get the clean-cut mild and parted haircuts of the age. They resorted to this kind of disconnected undercut, which was both practical, cheap and easy to maintain. A stark contrast to the way its modern take, focuses on a more affluent public.
Ever since Tomas Shelby appeared on screen in 2013, this haircut has started to regain its former glory, albeit with some minor twists. What you need to remember about this iconic hairstyle is that it has little in common with contemporary interpretations of the Hitler youth haircut. Firstly the hair is swept forward and only the fringe goes to the side. Secondly, there is no hard part, and the top is much shorter.
Brad Pitt Fury haircut
This iconic look is one of the most appreciated Brad Pitt has ever worn on screen. This slicked back undercut finds its way on our list because it brings together many of the hairstyles that have become popular in the last decade.
This haircut is the king of stylish undercuts and after seeing it in a war movie and at a premier, you can understand how it can complement most outfits in a man’s wardrobe. You may be tempted to think that this is the type of haircut that would only look good on Brad Pitt, but you could not be further from the truth. Because of the volume it creates, the slicked back undercut is the most forgiving of the undercuts, in terms of hairstyles that match your hair.
In addition to looking like a badass, this style comes with its cultural references. Military barbers of the World War I era gave short back and sides haircuts as fast as possible because of the numbers. They were also under orders to facilitate personal hygiene in trench warfare and to make all haircuts as uniform as possible. Officers preferred to keep hair longer up top and slick it back. It’s had some time to develop and take on the modern form we see in Fury. The main difference between this style and normal undercuts is that it features a high or skin fade on the sides, and the top part is long enough to be slicked or combed over.
Hair is an important aspect of your personality and should be well taken care of. A good haircut can enhance your facial features. Haircuts and hairstyles trends change from time to time. In order to look good, it is important to go with the flow of fashion. An outdated hairstyle can ruin your appearance. On the other hand, a fashionable hairstyle can make you look trendy.
At a time with so many choices and styles, you need to pick the best haircut for you. Remember that a good haircut should sometimes be less about practicality and more about you. It should complement your appearance and goals, and change with the times.
That being said some haircuts are timeless. No matter how much the world evolves, haircuts can only change so much. What differentiates these haircuts over all other recurrent haircuts is that they convey the most about your personality. And this little piece of non-verbal communication can bring you the largest confidence return on investment you will ever have.
Caesar Haircut
The most imperial of haircuts, this iconic haircut keeps coming back and has done since ancient times.
Nobody can attest to the fact that it was the conqueror of Gaul that first wore this wonder of functionality. What people can attest to is that men’s love-hate relationship with this style has stood the test of time. Why? Because it's simple, straight forward, and it takes little to no time to style.
And even its detractors must admit that it does have a martial feel to it. Of course, like any hairstyle, it does depend on your facial features to bring the most impact. It will look more at home in an MMA gym than in an art class, but this great haircut will make people notice you for your surgical, determined, no-nonsense personality. And it will work on wavy and curly hair as well.
Tom Hardy Haircut
The flexible short sides with the longer top could be seen as an umbrella term for various styles featuring high undercuts and more room for style up top. But the reality is that it is a natural evolution on its own, one that predates pomade and other hair styling helpers. This all-rounder, dependable alternative for guys that are not persuaded by Caesar cuts, Tom Hardy’s haircut is as iconic as people can remember.
It retains much of the simplicity you would want to form a haircut but it comes with tremendous versatility. Unlike other cuts, this is one that rarely goes out of style. And can be styled in several ways as your hair starts to grow. It will bring you the kind of rugged look that will feel suited to all types of outfits. The original has decently sized sides, but its more modern iteration can be seen in Venom. This time the sides have a smooth mid-fade that gives the hairstyle even more of a clean-cut appearance.
Ryan Reynolds Haircut
If you are looking to step away from your rugged side and into a timeless style, you could go for this great example from Ryan Reynolds. This is the classic scissor and comb barber cut that can literary go anywhere and match most types of faces. Ryan manages to bring light on this haircut by giving it a more textured almost wavy top.
As a rule, this traditional style will work wonders even in its non-textured configuration. But don’t mistake it for the Hardy look. There will be no fade here, as the sides will be about 1 cm in length and the top just above 3 cm.
This is an iconic look that first graduated into the 1920’s middle classes, that loved its softer lines and bespoke finish. And ever since then it has became a standard of good, self-assured, established, men. No better haircut brings together the traditions and continuity of old barbershop America, than this enduring style that is as at home on the red carpet as it is on the football pitch.
Thomas Shelby Haircut
This hairstyle comes straight from the 1920s from a place far far away. And no, it doesn’t come from the way organized crime in Birmingham chose to style its appearance. Cillian Murphy is the modern face of this haircut, that originated in the slums of early industrialized cities where workers could not afford going to the barbers all the time, to get the clean-cut mild and parted haircuts of the age. They resorted to this kind of disconnected undercut, which was both practical, cheap and easy to maintain. A stark contrast to the way its modern take, focuses on a more affluent public.
Ever since Tomas Shelby appeared on screen in 2013, this haircut has started to regain its former glory, albeit with some minor twists. What you need to remember about this iconic hairstyle is that it has little in common with contemporary interpretations of the Hitler youth haircut. Firstly the hair is swept forward and only the fringe goes to the side. Secondly, there is no hard part, and the top is much shorter.
Brad Pitt Fury haircut
This iconic look is one of the most appreciated Brad Pitt has ever worn on screen. This slicked back undercut finds its way on our list because it brings together many of the hairstyles that have become popular in the last decade.
This haircut is the king of stylish undercuts and after seeing it in a war movie and at a premier, you can understand how it can complement most outfits in a man’s wardrobe. You may be tempted to think that this is the type of haircut that would only look good on Brad Pitt, but you could not be further from the truth. Because of the volume it creates, the slicked back undercut is the most forgiving of the undercuts, in terms of hairstyles that match your hair.
In addition to looking like a badass, this style comes with its cultural references. Military barbers of the World War I era gave short back and sides haircuts as fast as possible because of the numbers. They were also under orders to facilitate personal hygiene in trench warfare and to make all haircuts as uniform as possible. Officers preferred to keep hair longer up top and slick it back. It’s had some time to develop and take on the modern form we see in Fury. The main difference between this style and normal undercuts is that it features a high or skin fade on the sides, and the top part is long enough to be slicked or combed over.
Hair is an important aspect of your personality and should be well taken care of. A good haircut can enhance your facial features. Haircuts and hairstyles trends change from time to time. In order to look good, it is important to go with the flow of fashion. An outdated hairstyle can ruin your appearance. On the other hand, a fashionable hairstyle can make you look trendy.
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