The timeless Van Dyke beard has been around since the 17th century and is attributed to Anthony van Dyke, a Flemish painter. He was known for his regal and religious style paintings in which the men wore a short goatee beard and pointed mustache. This became his classic look and was later dubbed the “Van Dyke.” This style of beard is still very popular today.

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This beard style simply adds a classic and neatly trimmed mustache to a pointed goatee. They are most often separated at the corners and have a neat and extremely distinguished sharp look. This is a great look for the man who wants a more refined and edgy style for his beard.

Read on to find out how to grow a Van Dyke beard and browse through our selection of some of the most popular Van Dyke beard styles.

What Is A Van Dyke Beard?

First off, let’s sort things out about the meaning of a van dyke beard. The style owes its name to a Flemish painter Sir Anthony van Dyck, who popularized it in the 17th century.

This facial hair styles feature a goatee on the chin and a disconnected mustache. The style of whiskers may vary. However, if you are unsure of what will flatter you, the best option is always to go natural. Because the rest of your face is clean-shaven, it creates a dapper appearance, while the free space between the beard and stache gives the look definition. Although this facial hair style is not for everyone, those who manage to pull it off may rest assured that they will never go unnoticed.

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How To Grow A Van Dyke Beard?

If you want to know how to grow a beard, particularly the Van Dyke style beard, just follow this guide.

*If you already have a full beard, you need to simply follow the steps on how to trim a beard to the right style and texture to acquire a Van Dyke style.

**If you are starting off fresh with a clean-shaven face, you would grow out your beard to the desired length and then follow this guide.