Wavy Hairstyles for Menin 2027

The best wavy hairstyles for men in 2027 are the textured quiff, the medium flow, the curtains or middle part, the wavy taper, and the soft mullet. Wavy hair is a real advantage for these styles, because it gives you natural movement with little or no product. A low taper with two to four inches on top is the best starting point, since it keeps the sides neat without limiting your options.

Wavy taper

A low or mid taper with a longer top lets your waves show up without looking messy. It fits most workplaces and is a good first step away from a shorter cut. See our taper fade guide and fade vs. taper.

Ask for: “a low taper, scissor work on top, and about three inches left so my waves can form.”

Textured quiff

Waves give a quiff natural lift. You don’t need to blow-dry it into a sculpted shape. Just push the front up and back with your fingers. See our quiff guide for 2027.

Medium flow

Left long enough to tuck behind your ears, waves create a relaxed, easy shape. Plan to grow through a slightly awkward stage. Our medium-length haircuts for men in 2027 and long hairstyles for men have tips.

Middle part or curtains

Wavy hair suits this look because the waves add shape to each side and don’t lie flat. See our middle part guide. If your hair is very fine, use a small amount of matte product for hold.

Soft mullet

Waves make the back of a mullet look natural. Keep the sides tapered, and let the length flow out behind you. See our guide to mullet haircut trends for 2027.

Wavy fringe

A forward fringe with waves gives a modern, lightly messy look, and it’s handy if you have a high forehead. See also our French crop guide for a neater, shorter option.

Two block with waves

This cut, popular in Korea, has short hair underneath and longer hair falling over the top. Waves add movement to the longer layer. See our two block guide. If you want more wave than you’ve got, you might look into a Korean perm.

Short wavy crop

Even at short lengths, waves can add useful texture to a crop. See short crop hairstyles. Don’t go too short, though, or the waves won’t form at all.

Wave type makes a difference

Not all waves behave the same way:

• Loose waves (2A). These look almost straight when short, so you’ll need a bit of length and a light product to see any pattern.
• Medium waves (2B). These are the easiest to work with, as they show up at moderate lengths.
• Strong waves (2C). These can be close to curls, and can frizz in humidity. See 2C hair for more on this pattern.

Check our hair type chart if you aren’t sure which pattern you have.

How to style men’s wavy hair

Here’s a simple routine:

1. Towel-dry your hair lightly. Blot, don’t rub.
2. Apply a little sea salt spray for a matte, messy look, or a light cream if your waves tend to frizz.
3. Scrunch upward with your hands.
4. Air-dry and avoid touching it until it’s dry. If you need to, use a diffuser on low.
5. If you need more hold, work in a little matte clay. See pomade vs. clay vs. wax.

Avoid brushing dry waves, as this tends to break up the pattern and create frizz. Use your fingers, or use a wide-tooth comb only when your hair is wet.

Dealing with common problems

Frizz. Use a light cream rather than a matte spray, and avoid rubbing with a towel. See how to fix frizzy hair.

Puffy sides. Waves can push outward, so ask for your sides to be shorter or tapered. It’s one of the main reasons people dislike wavy hair.

Flat top. Your cut may have too much weight. Ask your barber to add a little texture through the top.

Waves on one side only. This is very common, as waves vary around the head. Ask your barber to work with it, and pick a part that uses your stronger side.

Wavy cuts and face shape

• Round: add height on top and tighten up the sides.
• Square: soft waves look good around a strong jaw.
• Oblong: a longer side and a fringe help, while too much height doesn’t.
• Heart: keep a little weight on the sides. See our guide to men’s cuts for a heart-shaped face.
• Oval: most styles work.

Try our free face shape detector for a quick read from a photo.

What to tell your barber

Tell them you have wavy hair and how you plan to wear it. Ask them to avoid cutting too short on top, and check how it looks once dry. Our guide on what to tell your barber can also help. It’s also worth saying whether you use product at all, so they can cut for your actual routine.

Related guides

• Flow Haircut for Men: How to Get It and Grow It Out

Try it first

Your waves can look different in each cut, so it helps to see options on your own head. Upload a clear photo to Hairover for notes on your texture and density, then try a flow or quiff in Style Studio.

Try wavy hairstyles on your own photo with Hairover.