Indian Groom Hairstylesfor 2027

The best Indian groom hairstyles for 2027 are the tapered side part, the short textured crop, the low quiff, the neat curly taper, and a well-kept medium length. The main practical issue is the safa or sehra, which will press any height flat. Choose a cut that looks good without much lift, keep it close to your usual style, and get it about a week before the wedding.

Brides can see our Indian bridal hairstyles for 2027. For everyday looks, see hairstyles for Indian men in 2027.

Tapered side part

This is a classic look with a sherwani or suit. It’s neat, and it recovers quickly after you take off a safa. Use a light, low-shine product so your hair doesn’t look stiff in photos. See side part vs. comb over.

Ask for: “a low taper, scissor work on top, and a natural side part.”

Short textured crop

This is an easy, modern choice that works in hot weather and with a sehra. A little matte product is all you need. See short crop hairstyles.

Low quiff

This gives you some lift for the reception, where you won’t be wearing a safa. Keep it fairly low on the wedding day itself, and have your barber show you how to style it. See our quiff guide for 2027.

Neat curly taper

Curls are a great way to stand out. Keep the sides tidy and the top shaped, and you won’t need much styling. A little cream will keep it soft. See curly taper haircuts.

Medium-length pushed back

If you usually wear longer hair, you don’t have to cut it. Make sure the back and sides are neat. It may not fit easily under a safa, so try this in advance. See medium-length haircuts for men in 2027.

Slick back for the reception

This works well with a suit or tuxedo at a reception. It’s less practical under a safa, and it may show the marks left behind. See slick back vs. pompadour.

Fade with a shaped beard

A low or mid fade blended into a neat beard looks modern and sharp. Avoid a very high fade if you’re concerned about formal photos with elders. See fade haircuts for 2027.

Planning around the safa or sehra

• Don’t add height. Pressed-down hair won’t recover easily if it’s designed to be tall.
• Try it on. Wear the safa, or a similar wrap, at least once with your new haircut.
• Plan for “hat hair.” Keep a small comb and a little product handy for when you take it off. Our guide on how to avoid hat hair can help.
• Check your sideburns. They’ll show in photos beneath the safa, so make sure they’re neat and even.

Fittings differ, so ask whoever will be tying your safa if there’s anything you should do differently with your hair.

Beards

Beards are an important part of many groom looks. Think about what you want a while before the wedding, and don’t try a brand new style on the day.

• Short boxed beard. Clean and neat, and also easy to look after.
• Medium full beard. Traditional, but it needs regular shaping.
• Heavy stubble. Modern and low effort.
• Clean-shaven. Shave a day or so before, so your skin has time to recover if you have sensitive skin. Shave again on the day only if you’ve tried this first.

See beard styles for 2027.

A groom’s hair timeline

When	What to do
Two to three months before	Decide on your cut. Start growing your hair or beard if you need to.
Four to six weeks before	Try the actual cut, so there’s time to change your mind.
About one week before	Get your final haircut.
Two to three days before	Tidy your neckline and beard.
The day before	Wash your hair. Don’t try any new product.
The wedding day	Style lightly, and keep a comb and product nearby.

If you’re covering gray, book it well before the wedding. The FDA advises you to do a patch test every time before dyeing your hair, and you won’t want to learn about a reaction the day before the wedding. See men’s hair color for 2027.

Wedding functions

Your hair doesn’t have to stay the same through every event.

• Haldi. Keep your hair simple, as turmeric paste can stain and get messy. A cap may help.
• Mehendi and sangeet. You can use more texture and a more relaxed finish.
• Wedding ceremony. A neat, safa-friendly look.
• Reception. This is a good time for a slick back or a quiff.

Thinning hair and receding hairlines

Under a safa your hairline is out of sight, but your hair will be on show at other events. A short textured cut with some forward styling works best. Don’t try to cover it with a comb over. See best haircuts for a receding hairline and haircuts for men with thinning hair.

Weather and sweat

Indian weddings can be hot, with long ceremonies under lights and a heavy outfit. Use light, matte products rather than a heavy gel, which may run when you sweat. Carry a small towel. If it’s a monsoon wedding, see monsoon hairstyles.

What to tell your barber

Mention the wedding date, what you’ll be wearing, and whether you’ll wear a safa or sehra. Try: “It’s my wedding in four weeks. I want something like my usual cut but neater, and I’ll be wearing a safa. Can we do a test cut now?” Our guide on what to tell your barber has more phrasing.

Related guides

• Groom Hairstyles: Wedding Haircuts for Every Hair Type

See it before the test cut

A wedding is a poor time for a surprise. Upload a clear photo to Hairover, get recommendations with a match score, and try a few cuts on your own face in Style Studio before you book a test cut.

Try a groom hairstyle on your own photo with Hairover.