If that sharp haircut sounds like you, then get ready for some major hair inspo. We’ve rounded up 25 side-shave styles that’ll make you want to run to your barber right away.
25 Side-Shaven Looks
When it comes to shaved sides hairstyles, men’s hairdos, like fades and undercuts, still reign supreme, and with good reason: They’re trendy and versatile, easily switching from daytime corporate to nighttime dapper with a few swipes of gel, if that. Scroll on and get ready to screenshot away:
1. Barber Fade
Shaved sides hairstyles for men, like this well-groomed look, entail a high fade on the sides, a hard part via a razor and a glorious beard to balance it all out. A look like this puts all the attention on your beard.
2. High and Dyed
A short hairdo isn’t an excuse for boring color. Dye aficionados can pick up a wash-out shade for some low-commitment fun. When trying out wash-out colors you truly have endless possibilities!
3. Softly Buzzed
Natural notches (the angles formed at the temples) and a gradual fading make this both a clean and stylish haircut. A sleek look like this is perfect for any occasion.
4. Classic Fade
With shaved sides hairstyles, mens haircuts like this classic medium fade remain the most adaptable to all face shapes. This is easily one of the most popular styles for men. A fade cut works on a wide variety of hair types and face shapes, so it’s a great go-to.
5. Clean High and Tight
This high and tight fade is almost completely shaven on the sides, making it a crisp, no-nonsense look. This is the perfect style for those who want a crisp and clean look.
6. Clipped
Add some visual interest to your hairstyle—even at a really, really short length—with a couple of minimalist clippings near the temple. Subtle but stylish!
7. Cornrows
Play up your super-short sides with some neat texture play up top. We love the variety in texture between the short sides and cornrows.
8. Wavy Fade Side Haircut
A texturizing paste, like AXE Urban Messy Look: Flexible Paste, helps give you a stylish wavy look with some control. A side haircut like this is a great way to make your hair appear more voluminous too!
9. Hard-Parted
Make your one-sided undercut a cinch to style by asking your barber to shave in a side part. Use Dove Men + Care Well Defined Taming Gel to keep the longer side of your hair in place all day.
10. Low-Key Undercut
Keep it relatively thick and long on the sides to make the contrast between your top not too jarring. Tip: Why not try out a cool color for the season too, like an ashy gray?
11. High Quiff
For the men who don’t shy away from styling in the a.m., a volumized quiff with shaved sides offers up serious drama. To achieve the sky-high volume, brush your hair upwards while blow drying.
12. High and Tight, Slicked
A dime-sized amount of pomade, like Dove Men + Care Polishing Pomade, helps achieve that trendy wet look without the grease factor. Plus, this product will also add a medium hold to your look.
13. Modern High Top
A more compact shape and blended sides make the classic high-top fade even more wearable. This style is a great way to show off natural texture without worrying about a lot of upkeep and styling.
14. Brushed Back
Brushing longer tops of the hair back is a work-appropriate way to wear an undercut. This is a sleek look that has a stylish twist to it.
15. Shaved Sides Haircut
Fully shaven sides give a funky contrast to a long, straight undercut. A haircut like this makes a statement in the best way possible!
16. Low Fade
Another modern classic, this well-blended low fade sees an almost even length all around. Save a few inches extra on the top for styling purposes.
17. Man Bun
Can’t decide between long or short hair? You’re welcome. If you’re sporting a drastic undercut, using a man bun will be a sleek, yet practical look.
18. Square Part
The angles created by this haircut are great for guys with rounder, more youthful faces. This is the perfect style for a professional look.
19. Rainbow
Just another one of the many ways you can play with a fade haircut! How fun are these vibrant colors?
20. Short Dreads
We’re digging how this fade meets some ’90s-inspired boho dreads for a look that combines the best of both worlds. A style like this shows off your laid back style, yet it also creates a crisp, pulled-together style.
21. Hard-Parted, Slicked
Another razor part is styled to perfection in this slicked-back rendition. Use a fine-toothed comb to comb back the top of your hair at an angle.
22. Bare-Walled
Keep it nearly fully shaven, with only the front area left to style. Comb it back like above or switch it up with a side combover style.
23. Spiky
Another 1990s-inspired look is this allover spiky version, which also works well from day to night. This is a short style that you can’t go wrong with no matter what hair type you have.
24. Volumized Pomp
We like to call this look the “weekend pomp” for its fun, bodacious lift (that also only takes seconds with a blow-dryer).
25. Wet Undercut
A fine-toothed comb raked from the forehead to the back of the head gets you that super-smooth, refined look after applying gel. Are you thinking about trying one of these styles? Be sure to grab a picture and tag us over @AllThingsHairUS!
