If you request a shape up haircut at your local barbershop, your barber will use a razor (either single-hand or electric) to trace your hairline’s natural bend. Depending on your taste, your barber may round or straighten your hairline. Here is a selection of some of the most flattering shape ups to try out depending on your hair type.

1. Pompadour

For the uninitiated, the pompadour haircut refers to, in short, hair that is swept up high above the hairline. While a popular hairstyle for women in the early to mid 20th century, pompadour hairstyles have gained popularity among men, being seen on the heads of the likes of Bruno Mars, David Beckham, Zac Efron, and more.

The pompadour goes well with a shape up haircut as your barber can cut the lines around your pompadour with a sharp angle and then shave it on the sides. This will help to better define your hair’s volume.

2. High Top Fade

A high top fade, or hi-top is a stylish hairstyle where the sides of the head are kept very short or shaved completely, and the hair on the top of the head is kept very long.

While many of the high tops cut today tend to be more subdued than their retro counterparts, if you are looking for a unique throwback consider keeping a few inches of hair on the top of your head to contrast with your faded sides.

3. Burst Fade

A burst fade is one of the new techniques to make it onto the men’s grooming scheme in recent years. When you request a burst fade, your barber will shave the hair that surrounds your eye, leaving some of the hair near the back of your head longer.

Think of it like the Mohawk of the “fade” world. Given that it’s a bit uncommon, this is a great option for men who prefer to keep one leg up on the next trends. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, ask your barber to shave a design into your haircut.

4. Bald Fade

According to many barbers, this hairstyle is not actually the easiest one to cut, as it requires the perfect blending of hair with skin. To achieve this precision, your barber will first place a hot towel on your head and will then use a specialized razor against the grain of your hair.

5. Sharp Angle

If you’re interested in a shape up haircut, then chances are you are looking for something dramatic. If this is the case, then a shape up haircut with a sharp angle may be for you.

Also referred to as the edge-up, this hairstyle is created by using razors or hair clippers to create a sharp line on the top and/or the sides of your head, regardless of your natural hairline. The result is a thing of geometric beauty.

6. Afro

Shape ups are a great option for men with afros. In fact, a shape up cut works well with a variety of afro styles depending on your taste and hair type.

If you are dedicated to wanting both an afro as well as a shape up haircut, it may be best to start by asking for a medium afro shape up. This way, you can retain your afro’s style while achieving the strict lines that shape ups are known for.

7. Taper Fade

A taper fade is a method of shaving your hair that results in gradient of hair lengths. If you ask your barber for a taper fade shape up, the end result will be hair that starts long at the top and progressively gets shorter as it goes down your head. While an artsy alternative to the shape up hairstyle, this variation will still succeed in making your hair appear neat with its clean lines.

8. With a Beard

Just because you’re a facial hair fan doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on the shape up fun. In fact, some of the most attractive shape up haircuts occur when the wearer also has facial hair. It’s actually even possible to shape up your facial hair if you use a close-cutting beard trimmer.

If you ask your barber for a razor fade, he will first determine where your hairline sits. He will then shave the back and sides of your hair before using scissors and a comb to style the hair on the top of your head. The razor fade is unique because your barber will use a razor in the place of clippers to result in a clean, shaven look. Here is a selection of some of the most popular razor fade variants out there to suit your tastes.

1. Classic

If you are new to the concept of the razor fade, or you are shopping around for your next signature cut, it may be best to start with a simple skin fade. For some men, the idea of cutting their hair to be different lengths can be quite daunting, especially if they are used to more traditional hair cuts.

Your barber can help work with you to find a classic razor fade style that feels comfortable. Warning, though — it may be a gateway into the more extreme fades that we are going to delve into below.

2. Pomp

A pomp, or pompadour, is a type of hairstyle where hair is kept longer on the top than on the sides. It has been around for (literal) centuries, but it has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years. Given its symmetry, it makes sense that it would mesh well with a razor fade. If you opt for a pomp razor fade, you can choose between letting your hair sit naturally or slicking it back with hair product (such as a pomade).

3. Curly

The razor fade is not only reserved for men with straight hair! It’s also a great choice for curly haired individuals. This is especially true if you find your hair is prone to frizziness or is hard to tame. With the help of a little product and some dedicated to getting regular haircuts, the curly hair razor fade can be an edgy but professional look.

4. Spiky

If you’re used to sporting short spiky hair, committing to a fade hairstyle can seem like a big jump. However, what if you could have the best of both worlds? The spiky hair razor fade features spiky hair at the top as well as a shaved back and shaved sides. Anyone who thinks spiky gelled hair should stay in the early 2000s has not seen what a razor fade can do to this particular hairstyle choice.

5. With a Beard

One of the best things about razor fade haircuts is that they are extremely versatile. While a great option for men with bald heads or balding hair, razor fades also complement facial hair well. This is especially true for men with beards, whether they are long or on the shorter side. The short fade is a great contrast against the long facial hair.

6. Straight

If you are looking for something a bit more striking, you can ask your barber for a straight razor fade. Your barber will use a straight razor to create dramatic straight lines on your head that result in a beautiful display of symmetry. The result is a unique cut that is sure to turn heads — especially your own, when admiring onlookers ask you to turn so they can get a better look at it.

7. Low Fade

Low, mid, and high razor fades are all a bit similar. The difference is determined depending on where the taper begins on your head. While the low fade will get the shortest right around your hairline, the mid fade and the high fade will both go up a bit higher. The one you choose will be determined by personal preference as well as the way your hair sits naturally.

8. Mid Fade

A mid razor fade will taper off halfway down your head. It’s a great choice for men with thin or thinning hair, or men with cowlicks. This is most likely the hairstyle you are envisioning when you think about a classic “razor fade”.

9. High Fade

A high razor fade may be the most dramatic out of the fade varieties, but that only means that it’s the most stylish. A high fade can help elevate your overall appearance by modernizing your look. Unlike a bald fade, a high razor fade will not actually cut shave your hair completely. Instead, it will just be cut very short.

10. Bald Razor Fade

The bald razor fade has been a popular look among celebrities such as Jamie Foxx and Justin Bieber in recent years. The word “bald fade” is often used interchangeably with “skin fade”, and they do, in fact, mean the exact same thing. A bald fade is similar to the other fade haircuts except that, when executing a bald fade, your barber will taper down further so that your head is shaved completely.

11. Razor Fade With Design

When you opt for a design to be incorporated into your razor fade, you are truly able to show off your creativity and individualism. Your barber will use a straight razor to create a design in the shaved area of your head, whether it be an intricate pattern or a simple set of lines.

We’re talking about sandals!

Slide sandals, sometimes known colloquially as “slides,” have a name with an obvious origin. Unlike other types of sandals which may be attached to a foot with throngs or buckles, slides come open-toed and without a back. There is no quicker way to put shoes on your feet before you head out the door. You simply slide these on, hence the name.

In this article, we will review a selection of the best slides for men that can be found on the market, from high-end designer choices to tried-and-true classics to budget-friendly options. There’s something for everyone. 

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But is it just a matter of picking any beanie off the shelf and adding it to your wardrobe? For the fashion-forward among us, we know choosing what to wear on top of our heads requires more thought than this. In this article, we will present an overview of the best beanies on the market in terms of quality, appearance, and effectiveness — because we’re looking for the whole package. 

Although many men seek out an undercut in an effort to look more put together, there are some men for whom the polished look just doesn’t suit them.

This may be a stylistic choice, but it may also be out of no choice of their own. If you are a man with hair that is hard to tame, you may feel left out of the undercut conversation.

Until now! In this article, we will be going over a selection of popular messy undercut hairstyles for men who do not want to feel limited by their undercut.

1. Messy Undercut for Long Hair

Undercuts are usually thought of as a short hairstyle, but this doesn’t have to be the case. With a messy undercut for long hair, you can keep your hair relatively long at the top while keeping the sides shaved. The result is a carefree and trendy look that is very versatile.

If you like, you can swipe your hair to the side and use a bit of product, although you are not limited to this. A long haired messy undercut is also perfect man bun material. 

2. Messy Undercut With Quiff

Although quiff and undercut are often used interchangeably with one another, they actually have a subtle difference. While an undercut generally refers to shaved sides and a longer top, a quiff is actually closer to a pompadour hairstyle, which is characterized by puffed up hair on the top of the head.

If you are considering a messy undercut, having a quiff at the top of your head is a great option as it thrives off of a stylish “messy” look.

3. Messy Undercut With Pompadour

Although it may seem as if we are repeating ourselves, there actually is a subtle yet notable difference between a quiff and a pompadour.

It’s really a matter of styling differences — while the hair in a quiff is combed forward and then back to create a hairstyle, a pompadour involves the pushed back of all hair. As a result, a pompadour is a more pronounced hairstyle.

4. Messy Undercut With Beard

If you’re somebody with a lot of hair — including a lot of facial hair — you may be wondering how the trendy undercut hairstyle can best work for you. The good news is that a messy undercut was made for facial hair. This rings true whether you have a full beard and moustache or a simple goatee, though in general the more hair on your face, the better! 

5. Messy Undercut With Spiky Hair

One the surface, it may seem strange to mix an undercut with a spiky hairstyle. After all, while undercuts are very much en vogue in the current moment, it would be fair to say that spiky hair had its time in the sun many years ago.

However, spiky hair is coming back, and this trend return is accelerated by how well spiky hair pairs with an undercut. It may have to be seen to be believed, but there is no doubt that these somewhat contrasting hairstyles actually pair very nicely together.

6. Messy Undercut for Thick Hair

Much like individuals with thin hair have their woes, the struggle is also real for anybody with particularly thick hair. Fortunately for the thick haired among us, though, the possibilities are practically endless if you are looking for a messy undercut.

If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, you should always have your barber give you a traditional undercut on the sides and allow the rest of your hair to do its thing, naturally. The results might surprise you.

7. Messy Undercut With Curly Hair

If there is any subset of the hair population that understands being left out of trendy styles, it’s the curly haired folks. However, it’s strange that many of the examples of undercuts that we see are for straight or wavy haired individuals, as a messy undercut is basically made for a person with curly hair.

In fact, if you have curly hair, you are in an enviable position, as you can simply give your hair a toss and achieve a look that others will work with multiple products over a few hours to achieve.

8. Messy Undercut for Round Faces

Much like it’s possible to find the best undercut for you based on your hair type, you can also choose an undercut based on your face shape. A round face is one of the most common face shapes for men.

If your face is round, an undercut that is on the shorter side will likely serve you best. If you slick back your longer hair with a hair product, this may bring more attention to your face, in a flattering way.

9. Messy Undercut for Square Faces

Much like folks with a round face can benefit from a certain type of haircut, there is also a way to take advantage of your faded sides if you have a square face. In fact, the advice is exactly the opposite of what is given to those with a round face.

If you find your face is on the square side, a long undercut can go a long way to accentuate your features. If you are unsure of your face shape, it may be worth your time to entrust the help of an app that can determine your face shape based on a selfie photograph.

After all, thanks to the fact that many hairstyles are catered toward folks with a hair type on either side of the curly and straight spectrum, it can be hard to know where somebody with wavy hair fits in.

What’s more is that there are so many different types of wavy hair, as well, which can provide an additional blocker to finding the best wavy haircut for men.

However, things in the hair world are changing, and a wavy hairstyle is more desirable than ever. Wavy hair is no longer being seen as a limitation, as it may have been in the 90s and 2000s when hair straighteners were all the rage. Many people now try to give themselves wavy hair to emulate some of the most popular wavy haircut ideas out there.

In this article, we will go over the best ways to style your wavy hair, whether you have wavy hair naturally or take care to create a wavy hairstyle.

1. Temple Fades for Wavy Hair

We begin this article with an example of one of the most famous hairstyles to emerge over the last few decades, even for those with thick wavy hair. As its name would suggest, a temple fade is a type of fade hairstyle where only the temple area of the head is shaved.

The temple fade has its earliest roots in the 1980s, particularly among Black men in the New York and Washington, D.C. areas.

However, since then, its popularity has spread, and it’s surely one of the best short haircuts for men. It’s easy to see why. A temple fade gives you the appearance of being well put together without all of the endless hours poured into hair styling. In order to keep up your temple fade, you will just need regular trips to the barbershop to have your curly hair or wavy hair trimmed and keep your fade haircut fresh.

The temple fade looks great on men with either a curly hairstyle or wavy hair.

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2. Low Fades for Wavy Hair

The temple fade is not the only type of fade hairstyle on the market; the low fade is another popular variation.

Unlike a temple fade, where the hair is shaved near the top of your head, a low fade will feature long wavy hair throughout a big part of your head, except for a designated area at the bottom. A low fade works well with a wavy hairstyle, as it allows your long wavy hair to showcase its natural texture.

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3. Mid Fades for Wavy Hair

As logic would suggest, a mid fade haircut is one where the fade ends midway down your scalp.

Though this short hairstyle may seem like an option for the indecisive, in actuality, it is an option for those who value both a trendy hairstyle and their natural hair, as this approach allows you to show off both.

We love the way that a mid fade looks with wavy hair, not to mention the fact that this particular style requires such little effort on the part of its wearer.

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4. High Fades for Wavy Hair

A high fade is arguably the most intense of the fade styles and is a great option for the bold individuals with long hair among us. If you have wavy hair, a high fade gives an impressive effect where your hair is sequestered at the top of your head.

This haircut with a wavy top will make you stand out in the crowd as somebody who follows the latest fashion trends and somebody who knows their hair strengths and how to work with them.

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5. Bald Fades for Men With Wavy Hair

A bald fade is a type of fade haircut in which the hair is shaved right now to the skin. This differs from other fades, where the hair is cut very short but not completely.

When you have wavy hair, a bald fade is an interesting option as it gives you the opportunity to play with different textures within one hairstyle.

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6. Buzz Cuts for Men With Wavy Hair

With origins in the military, a men’s buzz cut involves cutting the hair to a uniform short length.

Although it would be fair to theorize that a buzz cut would be doing a disservice to beautiful, naturally wavy hair, wavy hair actually has a way of presenting itself in a buzz cut.

Not only will wavy hair grow into a buzz cut, giving it texture and layers, but some people’s waves may even be visible even when they have very short hair.

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7. Beachy Waves for Men

Although we have so far focused on men who were born with natural hair that’s wavy, it’s worth noting that there are also many men who do not naturally have wavy hair but still wish to achieve a wavy look.

A popular wavy haircut for men, and surely one of the most desirable types of wavy hairstyles for men, is what is known as “beachy waves.”

Beachy waves are flowy, loose locks that give a carefree appearance of being at the beach, hence their name. Though you could potentially make your thick hair look beachy by spending the day on a surfboard, that’s just not a practical day plan for most of us.

Luckily, there is a simple way for men to achieve beachy looking wavy hair, and that’s through a hair dryer. By blow drying your hair from the inside out, you can easily achieve loose locks that look like you just came from the beach.

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More Wavy Hair Ideas for Men

The good news is that you don’t need to blow your entire savings account on ten new pairs of shoes. Once you know what you’re looking for, you can purchase a small but trustworthy selection of shoes that can work well in any situation. Here is a list of eight of the best business casual shoes for men.

If you’re new to the world of hair coloring, it can seem quite daunting. If you’re considering changing your hair color to blond, it can be even more scary. A good middle ground is to consider getting men’s hair highlights — that way you can still experience some change without changing your look completely. Here is our guide to the best blond highlights hairstyle ideas for men.

1. Blond Highlights for Brown Hair

If you’re naturally brown haired, chances are that you have considered trying out a blond hairstyle at least once — it’s just so tempting. The good news is that it is relatively easy for men with brown hair to dabble in the lifestyles of the blond.

When choosing an appropriate blond hairlight, an ashy blond tends to look good with lighter or medium brown hair.

If your hair is on the darker side, it might be worthwhile to consider light brown highlights. This will give a lighter look without even making it obvious that you have dyed hair.

2. Blond Highlights for Black Hair

If you have black or very dark brown hair, you may think that the concept of blond highlights is not meant for you. However, you would be wrong. When embraced, blond highlights can look quite wonderful on black hair.

There’s one complication, though. Usually lightening hair this dark will require bleaching as well as dying. While it may seem tedious, the result of the contrast between your blond highlights and black hair can be stunning. Another creative option for black hair is silver highlights.

3. Blond Highlights for Blond Hair

It may seem strange to pay to get blond highlights if blond is your natural hair color. However, highlights can effectively brighten up your original hair color to bring out a whole different look.

Using blond highlights can transform ashy blond or dirty blond hair into a balanced blond tone, or can take classic blond hair to platinum blond levels.

If you would like to darken your naturally blond hair with highlights, caramel highlights might be a good option for you.

4. Blond Highlights for Red Hair

Red may be the least common hair color, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t take part in the blond highlight fun. Golden blond highlights can lighten up your look and compliment your features. It may seem strange, but frosted tips work especially well for redheads.

5. Blond Highlights for Gray Hair

Whether your gray hair is natural or chosen, blond highlights can be a fun accent.

The good news about gray hair is that its tone makes it easy to maintain light highlight. In fact, when the two shades mix together the result is often stunning.

Pro tip: gray hair with blond highlights works great with a pompadour, especially when the sides are darker and the top is lighter.

6. Blond Highlights with Dark Facial Hair

When you are in the process of dying your hair but have dark facial hair, it can be hard to know what to do with your mismatching beard or moustache. The good news is that you have options.

Firstly, it is certainly possible to dye your beard so that it is the same color as your head’s hair. However, as beards tend to grow quickly, this option can require quite a bit of upkeep and may not be the best solution for everyone.

The other option is to own your hair’s mismatching color and make the best out of it. The good news is that highlights are often less shocking than a complete hair recolor, which makes the contrast less intense. However, even if you go with a platinum blond color on the top and keep your dark brown beard, the result can be surprisingly artsy and endearing.

FAQs About Blond Highlights for Men

Do color treatments damage hair?

It is natural to not want to compromise hair health for style. However, when it comes to whether or not dying your hair is damaging, it depends on a variety of factors such as the type of hair dye, the extent of the hair dye, and how committed you are to aftercare.

In short, the more harsh the chemicals and the more frequent the hair dye, the more likely it is to dry out your hair or make it brittle. However, many of these negative side effects can be mitigated by using a deep conditioning treatment that comes recommended by your stylist.

Does using purple shampoo make my hair dye last longer?

Many blond converts swear by purple shampoo for locking in their hair color, but is it actually an effective treatment? The answer to this is yes. Purple shampoo is capable of cutting the brassy tones out of your hair and bringing out the blond shades. Just make sure that you are using the kind that does not deposit color, unless you want your hair to develop a purple hue.

What is the best blond shade for my complexion?

Different skin tones tend to go best with different hair colors. To put it simply, you do not want the shade of your hair to match the shade of your skin completely. So, individuals with cooler undertones should consider a warmer shade of blond, and vice versa.

If you are unsure whether you have cool or warm facial tones, an easy way to determine this is to look at your veins under a light. If your veins look blueish, chances are that you have cooler undertones. If they look a bit green, you may have warmer undertones.

What are the best blond highlights for my eye color?

Just like skin colors can have an impact on your most compatible shades, so can your eye color. If you have blue eyes or green eyes, an ash blond may work well. If you have dark eyes, a golden shade may be more flattering.

What are the differences between highlights and lowlights?

The language around highlights and lowlights can be confusing and are often used interchangeably. Technically, highlights are supposed to be used when hair dye is lighter than the original color, and lowlights are used when the dye is darker.

Can I dye my own hair blond?

It’s not recommended. Although it can be tempting to dye your hair from a box — mostly due to its convenience and budget-conscious cost — it’s actually not very easy to do. There is a reason why professional hair stylists receive extensive training before they are able to dye hair. If you do decide to undertake this yourself, be prepared for your blond shade to turn out brassy, which may not be your desired effect.

Does permanent hair dye work on all hair types?

If you have an unusual hairstyle — like an undercut or curly hair — you may be wondering if dying your hair is actually possible. The good news is: yes, of course! Permanent hair dye is exactly that — permanent. If you are worried about your unique hairstyle getting the best treatment, consider going to a stylist that is specialized in your specific hair type.

However, while the possibilities for haircuts for men may seem to be endless, it’s inevitable that the most fashion-minded of men will eventually run out of inspiration. If the time has come for you to consider other hairstyles, you might want to turn your attention to the possibility of sporting a male ponytail.

The male ponytail is ubiquitous in many ways. Over the past few decades, it has carried with it many stereotypes from “biker” to “hippy”. Adopting the ponytail lifestyle may seem to be right out of the 80s or 90s at first, the truth is that there are many men out there who have been giving the ponytail a modern flare.

Here is a selection of some of the best ponytail styles for men, whether you are a long-time ponytail wearer who is looking for a fresh re-imagination of an old hairstyle or somebody who is on the fence about adding this choice to your overall aesthetic.

1. Man Bun Ponytail Hairstyles

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More likely than not, when you think of a men’s “ponytail” you are most likely imagining a small bun on the top of the head, also known affectionately as a “man bun”.

While not technically a ponytail, per se, we believe the man bun still deserves some praise. This hairstyle doesn’t just give off a carefree vibe — it literally is a carefree hairstyle thanks to the little effort required in throwing it together.

You may not have grown up near an Australian beach where you would regularly ride the waves, but you’ll certainly be fooling everyone with your hair in a stylish bun.

2. Men’s Ponytail Hairstyles With Dreads

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We love the way that dreads makes hair manageable, but sometimes even this hassle-free style can use a little bit of pulling back. The good news is that dreads make for a great ponytail, especially if you have medium to long dreads.

Low ponytails and high ponytails look equally good — the choice is yours and will most likely depend on the length of your dreads and how easy they are to wrangle.

3. Men’s Ponytail Hairstyles for Curly Hair

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Just because you have curly hair, it doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on the fun of styling your hair into a ponytail. In fact, the options are even more fun for men who are lucky enough to have luscious locks.

Most notably, curly hair looks great when pulled into a “messy bun”, especially if you allow for a few individual curls to fall down. If a bun isn’t your style, you can try pulling your hair into a neat low bun, as this also tends to work well for curls.

4. Men’s Top Knot Hairstyles

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We’ve talked a bit about man buns, but where is the love for the top knot? Contrary to popular belief, this trendy style is not only for women.

The top knot is similar to the man bun in that it is a bun formation, but it differs in the amount of hair that it uses. Unlike a regular man bun, where every strand of your hair is pulled together, a top knot uses only some of your hair to create a bun on the top of your head (hence its name). Weird in theory, maybe, but in practice it is super popular and hip!

5. Men’s High Ponytail Hairstyles

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Not all ponytails are created equally! Whether or not you choose to create a “low”, “medium”, or “high” ponytail will have a direct result on how your hair choices tie in (pun intended) with your styling as a whole.

While a low or medium ponytail gives a vibe that is more relaxed, a high ponytail can actually be quite formal and business-like, making it a good choice for a wedding or even a job interview.

6. Men’s Ponytails with Facial Hair

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If you’re a facial hair fan, then do we ever have the ponytails for you. Although it may take a little bit more grooming and effort, it is possible to pair a ponytail with facial hair and have a result that is trendy.

One option that looks great with a beard is to pull back your hair in a half ponytail — especially if you have long hair. It also looks wonderful with shaved sides. Which brings us to our next option…

7. Men’s Ponytails with Shaved Sides

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Shaved side hairstyles have gained traction in recent years, and if you are an adopter of this flattering trend you’ll be happy to know that this hairstyle is more versatile than it may seem at first glance.

In order to successfully pull this look off, you’ll need a good comb and a steady hand.

By defining a bold part on either side of your head, you can create a look that looks like it took more time to put together than it actually did.

8. Men’s Ponytails for Short Hair

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One of the most popular misconceptions about men’s ponytails is that they are a hairstyle reserved for adopters of long hair only. However, this could not be further from the truth!

With a little touch of creativity, short haired males can also tip their toes in the man bun or man ponytail waters.

If your hair isn’t long enough to pull at the top of your head, opt for a low hanging ponytail.

Pro tip: sometimes shorter hair can be harder to wrangle, and the kind of hair tie that you can use can actually make a difference. Opt for a stronger hair tie (think fabric-covered elastic instead of small elastic bands).

9. Male Ponytails for Longer Hair

Ponytails for men with longer hair is where the real fun begins! If this describes you, you can benefit from a diverse range of ponytail styles, from a low-hanging casual tie to a braid.

We are also a big fan of the “half ponytail”, where you leave the majority of your hair down and only tie up a portion of it on the top of your head.

10. Male Ponytails for Medium Length Hair

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Wondering if you have medium, short, or long hair? Medium hair can most commonly be defined as hair that sits around shoulder length. This is a great hair profile for the male ponytail, as you can pull off both low-lying or high ponytails.

11. Sleek Male Ponytails

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The sleek style is not reserved for short hair either! To achieve a sleek ponytail, it’s all about using the right product for your hair type. One great product is called a pomade — if you’re unfamiliar, it’s a type of waxy styling product that results in a Hollywood-esque sleek and shine.

12. Ponytails for Men with Pompadours

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Are you torn between adopting a pompadour or a ponytail? The good news is that you can have both. A pompadour is a popular hairstyle that refers to, in general, hair that is swept over and worn high above the forehead.

The pompadour ponytail stays true to this hairstyle’s roots by combing the hair so that it is puffed up above the forehead and then tying it into a neat bow.

13. Ponytails for Undercuts

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An undercut is a popular hairstyle where the sides and bottom of a men’s head are cut closer to the skin than the top.

Creating a ponytail with an undercut is simple, and can be conveniently done as a way to manage your hair when the top inevitably starts to grow out longer than the sides of your head.

FAQs About Ponytails for Men

Can I use a regular rubber elastic band when wearing a ponytail?

It may be tempting to re-use that rubber band from your latest asparagus or broccoli haul. However, while we admire your dedication to reducing, reusing, and recycling, it’s not advisable.

The rubber material tends to cling to your individual hairs and will result in painful pulling and pinching. It’s much better to use a hair tie that has a fabric covering.

Is it true that wearing a ponytail can cause traction alopecia?

Yes and no. Traction alopecia is characterized as hair loss that occurs as a result of a tight or high ponytail. As long as you are monitoring your hairline for signs of thinning hair or hair loss, it’s safe to put your hair up as much as your heart’s desire. Also, note that some hair loss or thinning may be a natural result of ageing and not due to any styling choice.

Is a male ponytail a good choice for men with receding hairlines?

Men with a receding hairline or thinning hair can face self esteem challenges, but it doesn’t actually have to be this way. There are a multitude of hairstyle ideas for men experiencing hair loss, including a ponytail.

Even if you have naturally thin hair or worry that you don’t have enough hair, pulling your hair into a ponytail can actually give the illusion of your hair being more full than it actually is.

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I’ve never had longer hair before. Should I be using a special kind of shampoo or conditioner?

Welcome to the long hair/male ponytail club! The answer to this question will vary greatly depending on the individual, but the most common answer is no. If your shampoo and conditioner routine was working when you had shorter hair, it’s likely it will work for your long hair as well. It’s best to check with your hairstylist, though.

Is there a specific hair type that works best for ponytails?

Not necessarily. Men with thicker hair may be more likely to gravitate towards a ponytail as it makes their hair easier to manage and control. However, it can actually also be a surprisingly good choice for men with thinning hair — scroll to the bottom of this article if you want to read more about that.

While having a constant stream of communication has its perks (nothing like some midday flirting), there can also be unparalleled pressure to deliver romantic texts that sweep your special someone off their feet.

If you feel like your river of ideas has run dry, fear not. Just as you would seek help for any other skill that you are struggling with, there is no shame in turning to the internet for some inspiration.

Below is a list of various women-approved goodnight texts, arranged by category and mood. Feel free to use each example verbatim, or add a special twist to make them your own.

1. If you feel like you are ever alone, just know that I am always here to disturb you!

2. I hope you enjoy this night’s version of our planet’s semi-rotation

3. Goodnight, I will see you later provided I don’t die in my sleep

4. I’m going to voluntarily be subconscious for the next few hours, hallucinate vividly, and then completely forget about it. See you on the other side

5. Night night, don’t let the monsters under the bed bite! I mean…what?

6. Goodnight, do not give into the undeniable futility of the universe

7. Before you fall asleep, do not forget to say thank you for everything that you have right now. Specifically, for me. Goodnight!

8. I would say “good” night, but it’s actually a bad night when you are not laying here with me. Sleep well nonetheless.

9. Goodnight! Call me if you see any ghosts!

10. Goodnight forever, until tomorrow

11. Goodnight, my love. Are you going to dream about me or about the three headed dog again?

12. Goodnight my sweetest, I’ll be drooling and dreaming and thinking about you (but probably mostly drooling)

13. Hey…hey you, the cute one on the phone! Goodnight.

14. Before you go to sleep, I just want to tell you how sweet you are

15. Goodnight to you, and your beautiful existence

16. I hope that you will be dreaming about me tonight — I will absolutely be dreaming about you

17. Goodnight. My mouth hurts from smiling because of you

18. I’m going to have trouble sleeping tonight. My bed is just more comfortable with you in it

19. My bed is feeling really big tonight, especially for just me. Just saying!

20. Tonight I’m really missing my little spoon

21. I will be dreaming about somebody tonight…..want to guess who?

22. If you’re having trouble sleeping tonight, just know that I am only a text or a phone call away

23. I bet you look really cute while you’re sleeping

24. I’m just about sleep, but I just wanted to make sure that you know that I’m thinking of you

25. I think you’re probably asleep, but I want the first thing that you see in the morning to be this: I love you

26. It’s so hard to fall asleep when I am not there to give you a goodnight kiss

27. I cherish you. You are so lovely and charming

28. One hundred hearts would not be enough to carry all of the love I feel for you

29. Goodnight. Meeting you was the best day of my entire life

30. Goodnight to the love of my life, I love the way you love me

31. I wanted to find wasn’t cheesy, but there is no other way to say it. I love you

32. Climbing into bed with you is the best thing in the world

33. A day spent cuddling with you would be a day well spent

34. Sweet dreams to the absolute love of my life, I hope you have a sleep as wonderful as you are

35. Every day I thank my lucky stars that I ended up with you. Goodnight, baby

36. Just popping in to tell you to have a lovely night, my dear. I’ll be right here to speak with you in the morning

37. I love you more than the moon and stars. Sleep well, my muse

38. Goodnight to my baby. You are very special to me

39. Goodnight my beautiful princess, I hope you have a relaxing sleep

40. I have to confess, every time I close my eyes I see your beautiful face. It’s a wonderful way to fall asleep

41. To the prettiest woman I know, I hope that you are able to rest your body and your mind today. Sleep well

42. I can’t fall asleep without telling you how sweet you are

43. Every night I pray to the heavens to give me more years, only so I can have more opportunities to tell you how much you mean to me

44. Baby, you are more than I could have ever dreamed of. I knew from the moment I met you that you were truly something special. Every day I spend with you just further confirms that. Thank you for being you.

45. How did I ever end up with somebody so beautiful? I would seriously like to know. I must have done something really amazing in a past life.

46. You are the reasons that I have sleepless nights, but I’m not even mad. You are the reason why I hold my pillow tight, but it’s okay. I am so happy to have you in my life.

47. I have to wake up early tomorrow but just know that you can text me or call me at any time. I am always here for you at every moment of the day, because I cherish your existence.

48. I’m really tired, but I just want you to know how much I am thinking of you. Life is just better when your kisses are in it. The world is a better place with you around, my sweetheart.

49. Goodnight, gorgeous. Tomorrow is another day that I will fall even harder for you, and be forever grateful that I get to spend yet another day with you in my life.

50. I love you, baby. You are a princess to me. I know you are probably sleeping right now, but I need to get my feelings out anyway. There is just something so magical about the way you love me.

51. Goodnight to you, my sweetheart. We were made for one another. There is not a day I spend on this earth that I am not thankful for you. I can’t wait to spend our whole lives together.

52. I love that no matter what is going on in my life, I know that I always have you around to count on. Thank you for being my rock, my stability. Sleep well.

53. I love you to the moon and back. I hope the night is kind to you and you wake up in the morning feeling refreshed and getting to throw your beautiful face into another day.

54. I love being your friend. I would be lying if I said I didn’t sometimes wish we were more than that. Goodnight.

55. Before I fall asleep, I just want you to know that you are the one I am thinking of

56. I hate falling asleep because it means I have to say goodnight to you

57. I hope you have sweet dreams tonight

58. I know today was a hard day for you, so I hope you are able to sleep well tonight. Tomorrow will be a better day

59. I’m about to fall asleep, but I couldn’t let myself pass out without telling you that you are the one I am thinking on

60. I was just thinking of you and I wanted to say goodnight!

61. Thanks for all of the smiles today. I hope you sleep well

62. I can sleep more soundly tonight after the wonderful day that we spent together

63. I am counting down the hours until I can see your face again

64. I can’t wait until the day comes that we are together, so I can kiss you goodnight and kiss you good morning. Goodnight.

65. The hardest thing in my life is that I don’t get to be with you every moment. I long for that day to come. Goodnight, baby

66. I can’t wait to be closer to you, babe. When I am with you I am home

67. I am looking forward to seeing you this weekend, goodnight. I’ll talk to you in the morning

68. They say that distance makes the heart grow fonder, but all this distance is doing is making me miss you

69. I am counting down the days until I can see you next, baby. Waking up tomorrow means that another day has passed!

70. Distance can’t keep us apart, our love is too strong. Goodnight my love

71. I wish I were there to hold you tight, but since I am not I will just say goodnight

72. As I fall asleep, I can’t help but wish that you were here with your head on my chest. I can’t wait until that happens

73. Take a look outside your window. Even though we are apart, we are looking up at the moon

74. Goodnight baby, sweet dreams. I can’t wait to see you tomorrow!

75. I am absolutely thrilled to be your boyfriend. Thank you for giving me this honor

76. You are the one for me. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind about that. Goodnight, my girlfriend

77. I know it’s hard for you to fall asleep without me. All I can hope is that this remains the biggest problem in your life

78. Every time I fall asleep, I miss you dearly. Talk to you in about 8 hours

79. My sleep just isn’t the same without you in my bed

80. It is so cruel for me to now have to sleep alone after spending the entire day with you

81. Baby, there is only room for you in my heart, and nobody else. Goodnight

82. No matter what tomorrow may throw our way, I will always be in love with you

83. I hope you can fall asleep knowing that you mean the world to me

84. Good night, the sun says goodbye and the moon says hello

85. Every night that I fall to sleep I pray I dream about you. Goodnight, beautiful

86. May your slumber be as peaceful and warm as you are, my darling

87. Starlight, star bright, you’re the only star I see tonight

88. Tonight, my body falls awake but my heart beats for you

89. My love for you is so deep that even the well is jealous

90. I don’t need to dream because you make my reality so amazing

91. I would walk for miles and miles just to kiss you before you fall asleep

92. I have you to thank you the smile that is on my face every night when I fall asleep

93. Goodnight my dear, you shine brighter than the sun at high noon

94. You are the last thing that I think about before going to bed and the first thing that I think about when I wake up

95. You are the reason my heart flutters every time I check my phone. I do not want to ever stop falling for you

96. Sleep well tonight, and remember that tomorrow is going to be a good day. How do I know? Because it is another day I get to spend with you.

97. When I am down, you lift me up. When I am frowning, you turn it into a smile. I am so happy for you in my life.

98. Before I met you, my life was empty. Now that you are in my life I am overcome with emotions of gratitude every day.

99. All I do is think about you. There is no doubt in my mind that you complete me. Every small thing you do to make me happy adds up to make me the happiest man in the world.

100. Before I met you, I was afraid of falling in love. But now that I know you, I fall asleep with a smile on my face every single night. Thank you for making me so happy.

101. Do you have any idea how happy you make me? I hope that every night you fall asleep thinking about how you are the most wonderful girl in the universe.

102. I am completely captivated by you. You complete this crazy thing that we call life. With you, I know that I have found my second half.

103. I never would have imagined that I can love somebody this much. Thank you for bringing me to new levels that I would have never imagined possible.

104. I smile before I fall asleep because I know that every day I wake up closer to being your husband

105. I wish I could fall asleep in your arms tonight

106. Every day I thank the gods above that you are my future bride

107. I am so excited about this life we are building together, and I can’t wait to begin the next chapter of our life

108. Baby, you are going to look so beautiful at our wedding. I love falling asleep because I know it means that that day keeps creeping closer and closer

109. When you came into my life, everything became new. I am so happy for all you have added to my life

110. You are so special to me. Thank you for being the one

111. I can’t wait until we can take our relationship to the next level and become a family

112. Your beauty shines brighter than the moon in the night sky. Thank you for being you

113. I am so lucky to have you. I can’t wait to be together forever