63 Best Haircuts for Men in 2021 — Modern Hairstyles for Men by GATSBY

Because men's grooming continues to evolve, reflecting the nature of the times, we created this guide listing 63 men’s hairstyles and variations we think will be showing up on the runways and streets in 2021. Let’s check out the trendy styles first, then find more styles for you in the main section - we have prepared a comprehensive list of the best hairstyles today by the hair length.

Since the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020, our lifestyle has changed dramatically. Societies across the world to start advocating the use of face masks . Since more time is being spent at home, and a mask covers your face when you do go out, many men have opted to grow a beard.

Most countries round the world have imposed strict social distancing rules — this means less chances to visit hair salons and barbershops. So, some men are taking their hairstyling needs into their own hands more frequently.

Now that you know what’s changing, keep scrolling to see what men’s hairstyles are likely to be popular in 2021. From short to long, we’ve got you covered.

First up on our 2021 list of trendy hairstyles is super-short hair. Why? Because it’s really easy to maintain at home with electric clippers.

Do you want your beard to stand out? Like really, really stand out? Then, you should definitely get this hairstyle. The crew cut has always been a simple hairstyle, which is great in this case as it doesn't take away attention from your beard.

Add a high fade to the cut, and you've got yourself a beard that's on full display. What's great about this particular hairstyle is that it makes your head hair the least of your hair care problems. This means you'll have more time to make your beard look stunning.

This hairstyle is the perfect example of how even a little adjustment to a popular haircut can achieve an entirely different look. All you need to do for this style is to get yourself a crew cut. Then, comb your hair to the side, and voilà — a simple adjustment that delivers surprising results.

Buzz cuts are popular among athletes; you’ll usually see professional sports stars sporting one of these cuts. They are often combined with a side fade.

Buzz cuts differ from their cousin, the crop, due to having a shorter length.

The buzz cut fade is a simple style that almost any man can pull off. As its name suggests, the buzz cut fade’s main structure is that of a short buzz cut. However, the style is made more interesting by the incorporation of a fade that starts at the same length of the buzz cut and gets shorter as it moves away from the top of the head.

When it comes to maintaining your hair at home, this style is one of the easiest to manage, as it only requires a set of clippers with various blades and a bit of patience.

When you rock a buzz cut hairstyle with a beard, you’re bound to get attention. There’s something about this style that screams masculinity and makes you seem tougher, more rugged.

It’s amazing how a simple buzz cut paired with a beard of virtually any length can seemingly transform someone from the friendly boy next door to the rock star who lives one house over.

With less social occasions on the calendar that call for a hard-setting hairstyle, there has been a rise in popularity of tousled, casual hairstyles for short to medium-length hair.

The crop haircut, made famous by Korean actor Park Seo-Joon, is similar to the buzz cut but has a few key differences. The easiest way to identify the crop is that it’s more top-heavy in terms of volume and fringe than the buzz cut, which tends to be shorter regardless of its variations or styles.

Crops aren't for everyone, and this particular crop may be for even fewer people. The French crop is an interesting combination of your typical cropped haircut and a short-to-long fringe in the front. Not everybody can pull this style off without looking a little silly, so be sure you know you're right for the French crop before committing to getting one yourself.

Since the crop is such a standout hairstyle as it is, it’s seriously no wonder that adding a textured top and a fade make this style go from 10 to 100 on the style scale. The textured crop top fade haircut is a careful combination of a traditional crop and a high fade. The style gets its name from the fact that the fade is so high that it almost seems to be a ‘top fade’.

With this hairstyle, the voluminous portion of the hair is textured; it might be spiky, curly or wavy, which gives the haircut an added boost of dimension and intrigue.

For those looking for a messier hairstyle that involves low fades, there are few better options than the messy cropped top. Cropped tops are hairstyles that, as the name suggests, crop the top part of the hair while cutting the back and sides, usually in the form of a fade. Cropped tops are typically paired with middle or high fades, but low fades work just as well.

Low fades look best with cropped tops when they're messy. Messy cropped tops aren't well-suited with the neatness of high and middle fades, which is why they work so well with low fades. If you'd rather have a neater cropped haircut, you may want to go for a middle or high fade instead.

The scissor crop and mid fade are similar to the messy cropped top, but this time with a mid fade instead of a low undercut. This hairstyle uses a scissor crop on the top of your head, which is a variation of the crop haircut. As the name suggests, the scissor crop involves the use of scissors instead of shavers to get the job done.

Combine the scissor crop with a mid fade, and you've got yourself a neat-looking hairstyle, which is perfect for men who are a little insecure about their forehead size. Don't worry, we’ve got you.

Not happy with Crop hairstyles above? If you really want to stand out, this playful variation of the crop hairstyle should do the trick. French crops are already standout material, and with some extra highlights, you'll be looking younger and more colourful than usual. You can even take it one step further and dye your hair before adding highlights.

Get a medium-length haircut and curl your fringe inwards into a shape resembling a ‘comma’, and you will recreate this trendy Korean hairstyle in no time. Popular with male K-Pop artists and Asians, the comma is a hairstyle that features fringe on both sides of the part, with one side curling towards the centre of the face.

The messy comma is the perfect mix of chic and K-Pop. The messy comma is ideal for men with medium to long hair, as well as for those with thick hair and texture. Of course, this style can still be achieved with straight hair, with the help of products.

To get this look, the hair should be generally messy and tousled, but the fringe should curl in towards the nose on one side, mimicking the shape of a comma.

While ultra-short and mid-length natural hairstyles are trending, some men simply don’t want to be bothered with scissors or clippers. Natural long hair is also very popular, particularly styles that require less need for haircuts maintenance.

Face mask tip: When wearing a mask, we recommend parting long hairstyles to show the forehead for a better impression.

This ’90s-inspired hairstyle is exactly what it sounds like; hair that is styled in such a way that it reminds us of window curtains. In fact, curtain bang was one of the most popular cuts in the ’90s and early 2000s and it's becoming more popular again.

With this style, the hair is parted in the centre and the fringe falls evenly on both sides of the face.

A fun version of curtain bangs, medium wavy curtain bangs is a play on the classic ’90s style. As its name suggests, the style is medium on the length and requires the hair to be wavy. The fringe falls on both sides of the face as it would with any other curtain hairstyle.

The mullet isn’t for everyone. From its seemingly mismatched lengths to unique overall appearance, the haircut is both daring and fun.

The style is a type of ‘business in the front, party in the back’ look, as the front of the hair is shorter and the back much longer.

Did any of the 15 hairstyles above help you find your next look? If not, don’t worry! To help you find the best style for your hair, we’ve compiled men’s hairstyles below that are sure to remain popular throughout 2021.

Short hairstyles can go from simple, low-key cuts to longer, more striking hairstyles. They're generally also one of the most accessible types of haircuts to work with, but you'll need to frequent your local barbershop if you're looking to keep up with the look.

Let's start off with one of the most popular short hairstyles today. The quiff is a massively popular haircut among teens and young adults. It’s a safe pick if you want to go for a cool-looking style that's great for almost any situation.

The term ‘quiff’ refers to a hairstyle that contains aspects of various older hairstyles. It may combine the pompadour and flattop of the 1950s or the popular mohawk in some cases. Basically, it takes the best parts of these hairstyles and transforms them into one neat and stylish package.

With quiff hairstyles, keeping good form is vital. That's why you'll need durable hairstyling products to be able to hold the hair in place for extended periods, especially if you're the active type. Overall, it's one of the more demanding short cuts, but a beauty nonetheless.