Finding the perfect box haircut may be a challenge especially if you aren’t sure of the different styles trending. Box-shaped haircuts have been trending since the late 1980s and are still as relevant today.
Trendy Box Haircuts for Men
Our list of men’s box haircuts includes a variety of hairstyles which are easy to maintain and style. Here we have handpicked 15 stylish box haircuts for men that will surely inspire you:
1. Curly Box Haircut
If you’re a guy with curly hair, you should definitely try out the box haircut as it’s a great way to show off your curls and get a stylish, polished look. To achieve this style, keep your hair medium on the top and short on the sides.
2. Blonde-Tipped High-Top Fade
This style is perfect for those who want to add a more masculine look to their curly hairstyle. To get this style, start by cutting the hair on the top of the head and work your way down.
3. Fohawk
The box cut fohawk style is a great look for stylish men. Start with clean, dry hair and use clippers to fade the sides. It’s a bold look and can be styled in many different ways. But the most common way is combing your hair and using some styling products such as hair cream.
4. Flat Top Fade
This retro look is perfect for those who have a full head of hair and want to add some volume to that. It is achieved by fading the sides of the head and leaving a box shape on top.
5. Tall Flat Top with a Temple Fade
It is one of the most common styles for African Americans. Whether you’re rocking the look for a casual day out or for an evening out with friends, this haircut will give you an effortlessly cool look. It is achieved by fading the sides and leaving the top long to give a boxed shape.
6. Curly High Top with Shaved Sides
While many Asian men stick to clean, classic haircuts, the box style offers a badass look. To get this look, just shave the sides and the back while keeping the top hair long. Use some hair gel to hold the hair firmly in place.
7. Coily High Top with a Zigzag Line
This style features faded hair from short to even shorter at the temples and nape, eventually blending in with the skin for a completely bald look. With a styled lineup, the bald fade can be tailored to suit any face shape.
8. High Top Fade Box Cut
By the shape of this haircut, you can tell easily that it’s a box haircut. It’s also called the “box fade”. This style has been trending since the late 1980s. You may even remember Will Smith rocking it in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
As you can see, the back and sides of the hair are faded. Then, the top portion is shaped into the “box”. Your hair has to reach a certain length to achieve a high top.
In order to maintain the haircut, you would need to keep the bottom half always faded. Shape the top with gentle patting or a soft brush, and keep the fade trimmed.
9. Line-Up
A line-up is not a haircut silhouette on its own: it is the sharp edging your barber shaves along your forehead and temples. If you always like to look sharp, this finish is perfect for you. Squared off over a short, even cut, that crisp hairline alone gives the illusion of a box cut and frames your face. It also accentuates your other features, such as a chiseled jawline.
10. Box Pompadour with a Curved Razor Part
Although this style is mostly worn by men with smooth, silky textured hair, it can be worn with kinkier or curly textures. The hair at the top would look like a box from the frontal view. However, from the side, you are able to see the pompadour. For this style, the hair is curved downward toward the middle of the head.
You can add gel or mousse for your hair to look smooth or sleek. It’s a very high maintenance haircut since your pompadour would need to be tamed every day.
11. Frohawk
The frohawk is an unconventional box cut. The frohawk is shaped into a box at the front and gets narrower and shorter towards the back of your hair. This haircut is perfect for textured and curly hair. The Frohawk can be styled in various ways depending on your preference, for example adding color.
The frohawk is also a high maintenance hairstyle. Keep the curls moisturized and shape the crest upward with a pick. In addition, the sides need to be kept low all the time.
12. Geometric Box Cut
The geometric box was a popular style back in the 80s and 90s. There is no reason that you can’t bring back the look, do a shorter version, or be inspired by it.
The look emphasizes the thickness of your hair. The strong angles are similar to the sharp angles of a box, hence the name geometric box. In addition, you can add part lines to create the box shape. If you’re going to sport this hairstyle, ensure that it is done by a professional barber that knows exactly what you want.
13. Juice Box Fade
If you’re looking for a fun and unique hairstyle, look no further than the juice box haircut. This playful style is perfect for afro hair and is achieved by parting the hair in the middle and keeping one portion of the hair longer than the other. It needs regular maintenance to keep in shape.
14. Afro Flat Top
This style is perfect for any man with natural afro hair who wants to add a little extra flare to their look. Start by cutting around the perimeter of your head. Then, use a brush to flat-top the hair in the center of your head and cut accordingly.
15. Medium Fade
This style is a great option for guys with medium-length hair. The key for this style is to skin fade the sides with a curly top. Finish with strong-hold hairspray to keep everything in place.
All these effortless box haircuts will freshen up your look with a touch of style. Hurry up and go to your nearest salon and ask your barber to transform your look.
