Looking for one of the more effortless cuts that can work across various occasions? Of course, in our minds, you’ve only got one option – messy hairstyles for men.

Whether you’re after that I-woke-up-like-this bed head looks or want to toe the line between effortless and this-took-three-hours look; we have found a style for you. All it takes is a bit of product and some inspiration.

Keep reading to find some of the best of both worlds (messy and professional) and how to nail them every time, no matter what the occasion calls for.

1. Short Messy Hair

One of the easiest messy hairstyles to achieve if you’ve got shorter hair, all you need to do is work a bit of wax or matte product into your scalp to add a bit of volume and, boom, you’ve got a textured finish that somehow looks both sharp and rugged. To keep your hair looking even as it grows out, try a shorter taper fade. 

2. Medium Length Messy Hair

When you’ve got a bit more hair to play with, there are a few different messy hairstyles you can go for. If you’re feeling wild, just let it hang loose and do what it wants to, or you can sweep it back with a little bit of product to give it some form. Try hair mousse for some added volume and structure. 

3. Long Length Messy Hair

Long hair, don’t care (well, not that much). If your locks fall past your jawline, you can still master those messy hairstyles. All you need to do is spray some sea salt spray onto already damp hair and let it dry on its own. Voila. Finito. 

4. Messy Curly Hair

If you’re after that messy, surfer look and are blessed with natural curls, then this style is perfect. Get your hair damp and work some styling mousse into your curls – not your scalp – and tousle your hair until you find the desired look.