Bring on the Heat With These 11 Cool Men's Summer Haircuts
The Esquire man knows that he needs to stay fresh in the summertime. From the fits and sandals down to the hairstyle, we have to stay sharp. A trip to a pool party or a sandy getaway requires a proper look, of course. Men's summer haircuts are in again, folks. And we are reminded that a cool cut can make all the difference in a (hotter) world. It's all about being functional and casual these days. That's how we can beat the heat, or in this case, bring it.
When we think of summer, we think of a much more rugged charm. What does that mean? Well, we're guessing we all need some inspiration here. These are the 11 best haircuts for men in the summer of 2023.
1| Long Surfer Hair
Yeah, it seems like a cop-out. But longer surfer hair is a timeless summer go-to for men's haircuts. We can't all look like Jason Mamoa, but we can damn sure try. Okay, it's not exactly a cut we know. This style should be a few months in the making. We want it to reach about shoulder length for that sun-kissed surfer glow.
If you think you're up to it, try to grow it longer and make sure it's as wavy as can be for that beach bro look.
2| High and Tight Fade
Having a high and tide fade just screams "man of tradition." It's basically a higher-than-high fade that has a modern twist. This cut's appeal lies in the sharply high skin fade, making it a nice clean look. This is one of the more refreshing short summer haircuts on the list. Feel free to add some texture, but not too much. We don't want to look like an Upin-like manchild here now, do we?
3| Slick Back
If we're trying to go for something more rugged yet classy, then the slick back might just be right for us. It's a classic gentleman's haircut and is perfect for just about any year, including 2023. Men love this because it's a style for all seasons. Just tell your barber you want a fade and to trim the top off to about three inches. Of course, apply some pomade to get that slick appearance.
4| Textured Crew Cut
Ah yes, how can we leave off the crew cut from our short summer haircuts list? It's just masculine af. There's plenty of ways we can make this more versatile than its military origins. We can just tell our barber to leave about four to five inches on the top and pair it with a mid fade. That's when we can either sweep it to the side or back. A high fade works, too, if we're feeling more schoolboy-ish.
5| Buzz Cut Fade
It doesn't get anymore low maintenance than the buzz cut fade. It's one of those short haircuts that every star athlete or military dude just knows by heart. It literally can't be styled and is made for someone on the go. The only part where we can actually make it different is in the fade. Hell, we can do this ourselves at home with a good set of clippers. Go high, mid, or low, if you please.
6| French Crop
The french crop is a bolder, younger version of the crew cut because of its volume. It's going to look fuller. We can experiment with the texture and make it a little messier, too. A little bit of gel should give your hairstyle a bit more flair.
7| Short Shaggy Hair
Now this is for those of us who have curlier hair. What makes this one of the more popular men's summer haircuts on the list is the contrast and flow. Thus, an edgier, alternative rock-y vibe.
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8| Cropped Caesar (Long Fringe)
There's just something about the caesar that makes it such a refined hairstyle. Whether we'e going for a more loud or more sublte finish, haircuts like these are a time-honored tradition among manly men. In 2023, it's just as sophisticated. It's usually seen sported with a short fringe, but don't let the status quo limit you. The long fringe works, too. This means that we want to leave some more length on top to balance the low fade. But yeah, nothing beats the original version. Just ask George Clooney.
9| Pompadour
The pompadour is a head-turner for a reason. Popularized by American greaser culture in the '50s and '60s, it's basically a slick back with a much more understated rockabilly style. This cut's beauty lies in the transition from the side to the top. Try a mid skin fade and leave off about four to six inches on top for better layering. Make Elvis proud.
10| Modern Mohawk Fade
Tapered sides and a fuller, messier top is as punk rock as it gets. Not to mention, it's just cleaner than the traditional mohawke. If you're a rebel, you might just find yourself rocking this at work. Plus, ithis is just easy to style. Although we do suggest you stay away from the spikes this time. It's not 1983 anymore.
11| Fuck It. Shaved Head
Okay, another cop-out. One of the best summer haircuts ever is a shaved head because, well, it's hot and we just don't want to think about our hair anymore. Try growing a beard, too.Â
