Medium length hairstyles for men

Compare the front, sides and nape

Middle-part flow, slick back or modern mullet

Compare how much hair sits around the ears in the side views. Middle-part flow lets the front sections fall to either side, while the soft slick back directs them away from the forehead. A modern mullet brings more of the visible length to the back. Use the back view to show your barber where you want the longest section to end.

Middle-part flow · Soft slick back · Modern mullet

Compare curl shape and where the length sits

The full spiral perm shows volume through the sides. The locs reference shows length hanging toward the shoulders, while straight-back cornrows follow the shape of the head. Compare the side and back views to see how each arrangement changes the profile.

Full spiral perm · Men’s shoulder-length locs · Men’s straight-back cornrows

Questions before you try a look

What should I show my barber if I am growing out a short cut?

Bring the side and back views of the shape you want. Point out the areas where you want to retain length, such as around the ears or at the nape, and ask which areas can be tidied during the grow-out.

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