20 Trendiest Layered Haircuts for Men

by Updated on June 15, 2018

The layered haircut is seriously trending in the world – and we know why.
To put it simply – it suits various face shapes and hair types, and just looks flippin’ awesome!

From layered messy cuts for unruly medium hair to neater, layered quiffs for the well-behaved locks – there are plenty of hairstyles for you to choose from and experiment with.

Do bear in mind though – if your hair is thinning, or if you have always had thinner hair, then the layered haircut may not be one for you. That’s because the layers will reveal balding or thinner patches – and it won’t work in your favour.

If your hairline is receding, you may want to check out our post on hairstyles for receding hairlines.
And now – let’s take a look at these hot and trendy layered haircuts for men!

#1: Layered Cut for Wavy Hair

A cool layered cut option for a man who has wavy locks. Simple to style – just add a bit of matte or high-shine pomade (your preference!) – and you’re ready to roll.

Layered Cut for Wavy Hair
Wavy Hair

#2: Layered Haircut + Sharp Fade

A great option for adding a sharper contrast between the different hair lengths. Ideal for someone with thicker hair, as if you have thin hair, the cut will make it pretty obvious.

Layered Haircut + Sharp Fade
Sharp Fade

#3: Quiff + Mid Fade

Lots of shine, moderate volume – exactly how we love it! If you’re after a neat and simple, but super trendy cut – this baby is right up your street.

Quiff + Mid Fade
Quiff + Mid Fade

#4: Messy Hairdo

If you’re not into the whole styling your hair in the morning thing and prefer being out the door the moment you wake up, then this option will suit you perfectly. Just chuck on a bit of product and be out the door – because with this style, the messier the better!

Messy Hairdo
Messy Hairdo

#5: Slick Back Cut

Smooth and sleek – a fantastic hairstyle to impress the ladies! And the boys (I, for one, am impressed). A slick back cut is a very elegant style that’s ideal for special occasions, such as dinner parties, weddings, and all the other fun stuff.

Slick Back + Mid Fade
Slick Back + Mid Fade

#6: Gelled Quiff + High Fade

If you still can’t say goodbye to classic hair gel (admit it – we’re all somewhat nostalgic about it), then this is a hairstyle for you. Chuck on a bit of gel – and you’re good to roll!

Gelled Quiff + High Fade
Gelled Quiff + High Fade

#7: Textured Side Part + Sharp Contrast

A side part is one of the classiest hairstyles that’s popular among celebrities as well as us, simple “mortals”. But if you combine it with a sharp fade, you’ll achieve a trendy contrast.

Textured Side Part + Sharp Contrast
Textured Side Part + Sharp Contrast

#8: Combover Fade

Our love affair with the combover is never going to end – it’s just a really elegant hairstyle we can’t get enough of! Pair it with a fade, and you’ll add a bit of an edge to the look.

Combover Fade
Combover Fade

#9: Clean Cut + Sharp Fade

A nice, clean, conservative cut for the “good boy”. But – paired with a nice fade, and you’ll win points for being on trend.

Clean Cut + Sharp Fade
Clean Cut + Sharp Fade

#10: Side Swept + Undercut

A mellow side swept look combined with a sharp undercut – what can we say, opposites do attract and perfectly work together!

Side Swept + Undercut
Side Swept + Undercut

#11: Awesome Taper Cut

If you’re not into shaved sides – we get it, not everyone likes revealing their scalp – then a taper cut provides the perfect alternative.

Awesome Taper Cut
Awesome Taper Cut

#12: Side Part + Fade

Another version of the side part cut – stylish, classy and sophisticated!

Side Part + Fade
Side Part + Fade

#13: Short Cut + Bald Fade

If you prefer your hair short, then this cut is for you. Combine it with a bald fade and you’ll be left with an edgy, yet neat look.

Short Cut + Bald Fade
Short Cut + Bald Fade

#14: Creative Side Part + High Fade

Who says that you can’t get creative with your hair? Be as creative as you want! The curled front may well be a modern take on the classic quiff. We like it!

Creative Side Part + High Fade
Creative Side Part + High Fade

#15: Textured Spikes

Add a bit of texture to your spikes with some medium-hold pomade, hair wax or gel. Our preference is a pomade – but your hair is your business.

Textured Spikes
Textured Spikes

#16: The Perfect Combover

Ah, the perfect combover for the perfect man. Elegant, seductive and trendy. What’s not to love?

The Perfect Combover
The Perfect Combover

#17: Matte, Textured Spikes + Mid Fade

This is a fantastic haircut for a man with thick, straight hair, as the spikes will be particularly easy to create. The mid fade helps you keep your hair under control – and make it seem less overwhelming.

Matte, Textured Spikes + Mid Fade
Matte, Textured Spikes + Mid Fade

#18: Sharp Undercut for Thick Hair

Another hairstyle for thick hair. A nice way to cut your hair if you’re someone who prefers not to spend any time styling it in the morning. Because of the way the hair is cut, the style is already intact – so you can just wash your hair, and literally be out the door.

Sharp Undercut for Thick Hair
Sharp Undercut for Thick Hair

#19: Voluminous Pompadour

Woah! That’s some volume. If you’re someone who likes impressing the crowd, then this voluminous pompadour may be just the right hairstyle. You’ll spend some time styling it each morning – that’s unavoidable, but who cares when it makes all the compliments pour in? Totally worth it!

Voluminous Pompadour
Voluminous Pompadour

#20: Smooth, Textured Quiff

Another take on the classic quiff – a lovely smooth, textured quiff. The quiff is an ideal hairstyle for a “professional” man – someone who likes keeping things trendy without putting himself at risk of stares and frowns in the office when that important meeting with a client comes up.

 Smooth, Textured Quiff
Smooth, Textured Quiff

Related Posts