70 Top Haircuts for Men & Hairstyles You Need to Try In 2024

Instead, the spotlight is on more relaxed, textured looks that showcase a man's natural charm. Barber culture continues to trend, highlighting the art of expertly crafted haircuts offering a polished yet understated look. Korean fashion significantly influences haircuts in Asia, blending modernity and tradition on the global stage.

At the forefront of men's hair trends, GATSBY keenly observes the evolving preferences in Asia, Europe, and the United States. Their long-standing expertise in tracking market shifts enables them to create bespoke, luxurious, yet utterly masculine hair care products designed for the stylish, modern man who values quality and practicality.

GATSBY's marketing team has identified 70 hairstyles set to be big hits in 2024. Remember that your hairstyle is a powerful expression of your individuality and ambition—embrace these styles with confidence.

Use the list below to jump around and find the hairstyle that fits your personal vibe!

2024 heralds the continuation of the Modern Mullet's reign, inspired by the revival of the Y2K trend. This versatile style is rapidly gaining popularity and is expected to last. Far from a one-size-fits-all, the modern mullet embraces various interpretations, from spiky and short to curly versions. It's a trend that adapts to your style, whether you're aiming for a subtle change or a bold statement. Get ready to see this dynamic hairstyle on trendsetters across Asia.

This is all the rage among trendsetters in NY and Seoul, now sweeping across Asia. This medium-length style features an extended nape, textured layers, and outward curving, middle-parted bangs that stylishly reveal the forehead. It's perfect for the fashion-forward man, blending elegance with a hint of edginess. To rock this look, keep it sleek and neat, letting the extended nape be your standout feature. A trend that's both modern and versatile, it's ideal for men looking to make a statement.

The spiky mullet is making waves in men's fashion, merging the classic mullet's extended nape with a more subtle and natural spiky twist. While long mullets reign in Korea and East Asia, the West is seeing a rise in shorter versions. This style expresses individuality - the longer back nods to tradition, and the spiky texture up top adds a touch of modern rebelliousness. For styling, use a firm, texturized gel or pomade to spike the top, balancing the sleekness of the back. It's a suitable way to stand out and showcase your style.

The center part, or curtain mullet, a style originating from Korea, is set to continue their trend wave into 2024. This medium style exudes a blend of sophistication and ease, featuring extended collar-length hair and longer, center-parted bangs. Sometimes known as the “leaf cut” for the way the swept-back layers fall into the shape of a leaf, it adapts perfectly to various face shapes, offering a fresh take on the classic mullet. For styling, keep the bangs smooth and the nape neatly trimmed, creating a balanced, stylish look that's effortlessly cool.

The short mullet, gaining traction in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia, is a great blend of business and style. Also known as the "Fade Mullet" or "Barber Mullet," it features a collar slightly longer than a traditional fade cut. This mullet's extra short length makes it exceptionally versatile and easy to style. Keep the sides faded and the back subtly elongated for a sharp look. It's the ideal choice for a modern, sophisticated appearance that's right on trend.

In 2024, the very short barber style is expected to gain even more popularity, matching seamlessly with clean, luxury fashion trends. This style, a natural evolution from the remote to office work shift era, offers a sleek, clean look with a natural texture. It's becoming a global favorite for its ease and adaptability. For styling, keep it minimal and let your hair's natural texture shine through. This look is about sophistication with an effortless edge, suitable for the contemporary man.

The Ivy League cut, inspired by last year's Korean styles, is taking the world by storm this year. Gaining popularity in East Asia, thanks to its adoption by Korean celebrities, this cut is a chic variation of the short barber style and resembles the classic crew cut. It's becoming a must-have for its sleek, polished look. To master this trend, keep it neatly trimmed with a touch of texture on top, creating a refined yet approachable appearance.

In 2024, the Crew Cut is making a significant comeback, aligning with the trend of simplicity, perfectly blending the concepts of high quality and modesty with ease. Popular in Western and ASEAN countries, this style is embraced for its simple charm and natural texture without the need for glossy shine. The haircut features longer hair on top and shorter hair on the sides and back, with a gradual taper from the front to the back. It's a hit in the barber culture for its simplicity and adaptability. To nail this look, go for a matte finish and a neatly trimmed appearance, embodying understated elegance and effortless sophistication. The Crew Cut is the epitome of laid-back luxury.

The buzz cut is resurging as a top trend this year, particularly in Western and ASEAN countries, thanks to its perfect match with barber culture. With a nod to the Y2K trend, reminiscent of styles popularized by several celebrity icons, the Buzz Cut is more than just a haircut – it's a fashion statement. This ultra-short style is all about embracing simplicity with a touch of edginess. For a modern twist, maintain a clean, even length all around, offering a sharp yet low-maintenance, unpretentiously chic look.

The perm and all things curly are making a bold comeback across Europe and East Asia, not limited by hair length. This trend signifies a liberation from the COVID-era constraints, reflecting a desire for a fresh and adventurous look. Whether adding playful curls to short hair or enhancing longer locks, the perm offers a dynamic change. No need to spend forever styling with a blow dryer. Embrace your coils with confidence, and enjoy the freedom and versatility it brings to your look. It's all about experimenting and expressing your personal style with a curly twist.

The curly undercut, including Japan's emerging "Spain curl" trend, is captivating the fashion world. This style stands out with its pronounced ridge, a distinctive feature in the realm of short haircuts. Popular among those seeking a bold look, it combines the sharpness of barber hair or short mullet with the dynamic flair of curls. Embrace this trend for a striking, multidimensional look that's fresh and daring. It's a refreshing combination of precision and playfulness.

2024 is witnessing a surge in the popularity of the curly mullet, especially in Europe, the US, and East Asia. This style breathes new life into the classic mullet with its distinct, pronounced ridges and permed curls. The combination of a short mullet or barber hair with bold, defined curls creates a look that's both daring and sophisticated. To master this trend, focus on enhancing the curls while keeping the mullet shape well-defined.

With its natural curls and medium length, the Korean perm is expanding its influence across Asia this year. This style is a nod to the Y2K era, blending contemporary trends with a touch of nostalgia. Perfect for wavy or curly hair, it pairs seamlessly with fades and other short-sided styles. Use sea salt spray for added volume to enhance this look, creating a relaxed yet stylish chic vibe. It's the ideal choice for a fresh, trendy appearance with a hint of Y2K flair!

Are you still searching for that perfect hairstyle? Fear not. We've curated a list of timeless men's classic hairstyles guaranteed to stay on-trend throughout 2024. Whether you're after something bold or subtle, you will find a look that resonates with your personal style in this collection. Let's dive in and discover your new favorite!

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 curly 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, but they aren’t the shortest styles on the market. There are, plenty of styles that are even shorter and that require 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 center 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.

If you aren't sure what to get at all, then try going for a short and spiked mohawk look. It's not too bold, not too low-key, is relatively low-maintenance, and can even be styled into other hairstyles when grown out, thanks to the top not being much longer than the sides.

If you’re not a fan of the bold statement that the mohawk makes but still enjoy the general premise of the look, there is a more low-key, relaxed alternative that could work for you. It’s known as the faux hawk, which is a less-defined version of the mohawk.