70 Top Haircuts for Men & Hairstyles You Need to Try In 2023

Here are 71 hairstyles that the marketing team at GATSBY predicts will be big hits in 2023.

In 2023, we expect to see the comeback of this 2000s wolf-like hairstyle. The modern mullet differs from the classic mullet when you consider technicalities. The term “modern mullet” is much broader—it includes all mullet hairstyles widely adopted today, the modern era. It includes short and curtain mullet hair and women's mullet hairstyles. You can expect plenty of modern mullet variations on both men and women in Asia this year.

Recognizable by its long, parted bangs that resemble a leaf motif, the leaf cut was popular in Korea last year and has grown in popularity across China and East Asia. It's a versatile look you can tweak to match whatever look you want to achieve, and it suits many face shapes.

Also called the "Fade Mullet" and the "Barber Mullet," this is a mullet style in which the collar is only slightly longer than it would be if the wearer had the ever-popular fade cut. The overall length of this mullet is pretty short, making it business appropriate and easy to style.

The medium mullet has a specific length at the collar and on the top and sides of the head. Because of this medium-long length, the medium mullet is particularly popular with men passionate about fashion. You can style it in various ways, including curtain bangs.

The wavy/curly mullet is just as versatile as the medium mullet. Style it with tight or loose curls, both of which will give the style a distinct look. Tight curls give the style a Western feel, while loose curls give more of the traditional loose mullet that Asian men have loved the past few years. You can achieve this mullet with naturally curly or wavy hair or hair styled with hot styling tools beforehand.

Coming out of the years of COVID lockdown and working from home, the very short barber style is easy to adopt and take from the home office to the corporate office. Unlike the old barberstyles, the very short style features a natural texture and shine instead of the ultra-glossy shine that typically comes from the product.

The short barber style and its variations – including the ivy league cut- are expected to make their way around Asian countries within the next few months. The ivy league cut looks similar to the crew cut.

The flat cut's most distinctive feature is the stylish straight silhouette created on the head's top and back. The flat cut is sometimes called the "chicoryander cut" in many Asian countries. It became quite a hot topic after many actors in Korean dramas sported it, and it is a style that suits working professionals and students alike.

Slightly longer buzz cuts are trending in the US, Europe, China, and Korea – and the neo buzz cut is no exception. Many famous soccer players who participated in the Qatar World Cup have adopted this short style and spread it onto the street-style scene.

Curly perm hairstyles are an excellent way for men to break free of the monotony of COVID-era hairstyles. They manifest longing for release from the restrictions of lockdown. It’s a very appealing trend, especially when you add silky curls to a comma or curtain style that is being grown out.

The curly undercut has a distinct ridge, making it stand out from other short styles. The idea of adding extra dimension to hairstyles popped up during COVID when the only thing visible to others was a man's hair. Some adopters of the curly undercut include numerous players of the World Cup

The curly medium mullet is a variation of the modern mullet that uses a curly texture. While it's safe to assume that medium mullets will be increasing in popularity this year, we expect curly medium mullets to explode in Europe, the US, and East Asia, where salon technology has dramatically advanced over the past few years.

In addition to the mash style popular in East Asia and Korea, the Korean perm is a short-medium length hairstyle that works with both wavy and curly hair. You can also pair it with fades and other short-sided styles. Sea salt spray is a useful addition to this style, as it gives the hair added volume.

Curtain hair was a hit in 2022, and this year, in 2023, it's continuing to be a trend. Not only is the popularity of curtain hair continuing to hold, but it also seems to be increasing.

The S-Shaped curtain hair is very similar to the standard curtain hair except that the S-shape variation sees the hair of the fringe bending inwards once and flipping back out at the ends, forming an S shape instead of the classic C shape. We recommend hard spray or sea salt spray to style the gentle curves of this style.

Men with naturally curly and permed hair can rock this hairstyle easily, as it complements this hair texture fantastically. It requires minimal effort and works with long or short hair. In 11 addition, you can wear it regardless of how curly your hair is. If your hair is longer on the sides and back, your overall hairstyle will look more relaxed and casual, while if your hair is shorter, it will look professional, mature, and more suitable for the office. Curly curtain hair can help a man achieve a "grunge" look with sea salt spray.

Medium/long curtain hair is another variation of curtain hair that can take on a "grunge" appearance. This style was trendy in the 90s – a decade that saw rock stars adopting the trend. It can be worn with wavy, curly, straight hair, left natural, or styled with sea salt sprays for extra texture.

Medium/long curtain hair grew in popularity organically during the lockdown, as men visited the salon less often and favored wearing their hair longer for convenience.

The comma hairstyle is a medium-length curtain style in which the fringe is styled towards the face to resemble a comma (“,”). The comma is popular with Korean pop artists and celebrities. It is versatile enough to be worn regardless of hair texture.

The messy comma effortlessly combines K-pop and chic style. It's ideal for men with medium to long hair and those with thick, voluptuous hair. The hair should generally be tousled and unkept to achieve a messy comma. Still, the fringe should always curl inward, like in other comma variations

Crop cuts are classified by their slightly longer tops and substantially shorter sides. The extended top portion of crop cuts can be curly, straight, or wavy and combined with other styles, such as fades.

Also known as the 'Korean mash,' the modern bowl cut is a modernized version of the traditional, natural bowl cut. It has a straight horizontal angle that connects the sides of the cut to the fringe in the front. You can do several fun things to achieve this style, including combining a short bowl cut with a fade. As you can see from the photo, this style is simple, easy to achieve, and works great with color.

Did any of the 17 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 classic hairstyles below that will remain popular throughout 2023.

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.

The quiff is one of today’s most popular trending hairstyles — especially among teens and young adult men. It’s a safe pick for anyone looking for a cool hairstyle.

“Quiff” refers to hairstyles that combine different aspects of various older hairstyles. It often features aspects of both the flattop and pompadour of the 1950s and/or the mohawk. It effectively takes the best aspects of these styles and combines them, transforming them into something new entirely. When you have a quiff style, its shape is very important. That’s why it’s necessary to have a variety of styling products on hand — especially if you like to be active or spend time outdoors. It’s a fairly demanding shortcut, but it’s well worth it if you ask us.

An alternative to the regular quiff, the short curly quiff does more in terms of offering a natural-looking quiff cut. It uses the curliness and messy nature of one’s own hair and doesn’t rely so heavily on hair products.

Quiffs are good hairstyles for men who want to try going short, however, they aren’t the shortest styles on the market. There are, in fact, plenty of styles that are even shorter and thatrequire very minimal effort to look good. These styles have an undercut, which is a type of buzz cut that is done on the sides and back of the head. Today, we’re talking about low undercuts, which aren’t as neat and tidy as middle or high fades but are simpler and more natural in appearance

If you’re looking to stand out without using your hair, opt for a hard part. As its name suggests, this parting method involves parting the hair at the side and top. Often, the hard part is paired with the low fade, which has the sides and back of the hair fading towards the edges of the hairline. This gives the hard part the space it needs to stand out and give you a classy, modern hairstyle

An awesome cut to add to the list if you have curly hair, this hairstyle focuses on looking neat and polished. It might sound like a challenge, but this style manages to pull it off quite successfully.

Curly hair is best left curly, and as such, you’ll want to complement it with a natural style. Straight, low fades don’t do the trick — they don’t blend well enough with the curls at the top of the head so drop fades are used instead. By fading behind the ears, this style gives off a natural vibe that pairs well with the curls.

Mid-fades are fades that aren’t too small to be considered a low fade and aren’t too big to be called a high fade. They’re the perfect mid-range option for someone who can’t decide which kind of fade he wants. They’re also less severe than the high fade but still offer a neat, polished finish that those very fades are known for.

We’ve already gone over quiff haircuts, but they weren’t combined with mid fades, like in this style. Quiff haircuts are incredibly versatile, as they can look rugged and manly or neat and tidy depending on how they’re combed or styled.

The high fade is a guaranteed standout, because the exposure of the scalp makes it hard not to look at it. If fades could talk, the high fade would be the loudest. But that's not all it does — with little to no hair on the sides, the high fade helps focus people's attention on your eyebrows and facial hair.

Looking to add some extra edge to your style? Look no further than a spiked hairstyle. At first glance, spiked short hair might look like a quiff or a fauxhawk, but there is a difference – and that is how the hair is positioned. Spiky hair is styled upwards, giving it the name “spiked hair”. If you choose to adopt this style, we recommend using a gel, wax or pomade for the best results. You’ll need something firm enough to hold the spikes all day, and, luckily, any of these products will do just that.

Mohawks have long been the staple of boy bands, rockstars, and men who pride themselves on looking cool. Typically, the mohawk hairstyle has both sides of the head shaven or very short, with a strip of hair down the centre of the head that is long and styled into spikes. Nowadays, the modern mohawk is often curly, wavy, tousled, or purposely made to be more messy and natural.

You know what the mohawk is and likely know a thing or two about fading as well, but have you heard of the mohawk fade? If not, you’re missing out! This short style provides you with all the things you love about the mohawk and all the most popular aspects of the fades that everyone wants.

This style is easy to maintain and can be customized to suit your unique likes and dislikes, as well as your chosen profession.