We have seen many men’s hairstyles come into the spotlight. From slicked back to long and flowing styles, nearly every sort of hairstyle has been trending this year. However, we think one category has been missing: spiky hairstyles.

These cuts are youthful and energetic. They’re great if you don’t have a professional job or other requirements, like a strict school dress code. If you’re looking for a fun, carefree style with a bit of an attitude, then spiky hairstyles may be your new favorite. They work with most hair types since they mostly rely on hair products.

The best part about most of these spiky hairstyles is their flexibility. You can wear them either in their spiked “up” style or leave it unstyled and wear it “down.” That said, these spiky hairstyles will take some intense styling, so be prepared to spend some quality time in front of the bathroom mirror.

Without further ado, here are our top spiky hairstyles:

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Clear Mid Fade Plus Dyed Highlights

Hairstyles with designer touches are becoming increasingly popular, and it’s easy to see why. This designer look has tousled, soft spikes on top and a mid fade with a shaved line.

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Spiky Fringe

The spiky fringe style creates a windblown look thanks to the help of a high-quality hair product. The result is a slightly messy appearance that places emphasis on the hair on top.

Since this style makes your bangs the focal point of your haircut, so it’s ideal if you have a square or oblong face shape. If you have defined facial features, such as strong cheekbones or a prominent jawline, this is also a good style for you. You’ll need some sort of hair product for this style; mousse, gel, and wax all work well.