20. Side Swept Undercut 

At this point, we’ve all seen Peaky Blinders, but you don’t have to be a street tough from Birmingham to pull off this rakish look. With a tight cut on the sides and a coif up top, it’s no surprise that the side-swept undercut remains a popular choice for the most stylish of men.

How Do I Know If An Undercut Is Right For Me?

As with any hairstyle, there are a few things to weigh up (the weight of your hair, of course, being one of them) before sitting in the chair.

As well as getting to grips with them yourself, it’s always wise to consult your barber on what they think might suit your face shape, hair type, and lifestyle before committing to a cut. After all, they are professionals.

Face Shape

Any styling choice north the neck – be it glasses or facial hair – is going to be affected by the shape of your face. The same goes when it comes to your hair, which should aim to balance out your most prominent features.

For example, if your face is so long, it’s a smart move to avoid anything with too much height. Instead, opt for a style that can be worn slicked back, or a short haircut with textured length on top that lays flat.

At the opposite end of the scale, guys with round faces should try to add a few inches with a style such as an undercut pompadour or quiff with tightly cropped sides.

Lastly, and as is usually the case, people with oval-shaped faces will look good regardless. Annoying. Well, for the rest of us anyway.

Hair Type

How curly, coarse, thick or thin your hair is will serve as another deciding factor when it comes to what undercut style to go for. Luckily, as there are seemingly endless variations, there’s something to suit every type.

As a general rule, lofty styles like quiffs and pompadours are better suited to thick, full hair, while those with curly or very fine hair should opt for shorter, textured styles.