How To Get The Look

If you want a David Beckham hairstyle that won’t require putting in the man hours, this cut is a standout option. “Ask your barber for a classic scissor over comb cut on the back and sides. Hair on the crown should be well blended and left longer at front, cut blunt just above the eyebrow,” says Robinson.

Then all you need to do is a pick a product for the finish you want (matte or shine) and gently work through with your fingers for texture and separation. At no point should you pair this with a head-to-toe biker leathers look. Just saying, Dave.

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The David Beckham Faux Hawk Hairstyle

Way back in 2002, Beckham’s faux hawk was the haircut that launched a million imitations during the summer of the World Cup. Unfortunately, this slim strip of blonde hair down the middle of his head was a rare follicular fail for Beckham, meaning that a sizeable bunch of the country’s males ended up looking like prats. Fast forward half a decade though to his stint at LA Galaxy and his shaggier take on the faux hawk was pitch perfect.

This style’s appeal is the contrast between how short it is around the edges, almost exposing the scalp, with plenty of length through the middle. It worked on Beckham because of the blending and seamless transition of the cut. If you’re going faux hawk never aim for Robert De Niro’s Taxi Driver landing strip. No, mate, we’re not talking to you.

How To Get The Look

Cut and texture are key to riffing on Beckham’s faux hawk. “Ask your barber for a low fade back and sides, the front should be disconnected for extra length while the top is point cut for texture,” says Ruffians’ creative director Denis Robinson. Remember too, the lower the guard on the clippers, the shorter the sides and the more your scalp will be exposed. So if you want a less dramatic look let whoever’s wielding the clippers know before half your hair ends up on the tiles.