Mullet Hairstyle: Modern, Fade, Funk and Mohawk Cuts
24 looks Men's cuts by style Updated 8 Oct 2026
A mullet hairstyle is short at the front and sides and longer at the back. Right now it is one of the most asked-for cuts in Indian barber shops.
This gallery shows 24 versions, from a quiet modern mullet to a loud funk hairstyle. Each photo lists the clipper guard, the hair you need and how often to trim. If you like the longer back but want more flow, see our wolf cut and flow styles. For sharp sides, check the fade and undercut page.
Modern Mullet Haircut for Men
A modern mullet hairstyle keeps the sides neat and the back a little longer. It looks clean enough for college and office.
- Hair
- Medium, straight or wavy
- Best for
- Oval, square faces
- Upkeep
- Sides every 3 to 4 weeks
Short tapered sides with a textured top and two inches at the back. The easiest mullet to start with.
Stylist note: Ask for a low taper on #2, scissor-cut top at 2 inches, back left at collar length.
- Hair
- Short-medium, straight
- Best for
- Oval, long faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 to 4 weeks
The bullet cut keeps a rounded shape on top that flows into a longer nape. Sharp and low effort.
Stylist note: Ask for a rounded scissor shape on top, #1 at the temples and length kept at the nape.
- Hair
- Short, any type
- Best for
- All face shapes
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 weeks
This short hair mullet only shows an inch of extra length at the back. Good for strict offices and schools.
Stylist note: Ask for scissor-over-comb sides and keep just one inch extra at the nape.
- Hair
- Long, thick
- Best for
- Oval, square faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 5 to 6 weeks
The classic mullet hairstyle is short up front and long at the back. It needs bold confidence and thick hair.
Stylist note: Keep the top and sides short with scissors and leave the back past the collar.
Textured and Curly Mullet Hairstyle
Texture makes a mullet look lived in. Wavy and curly hair are the best mullet hairstyle base because the back sits with natural shape.
- Hair
- Medium, thick, wavy
- Best for
- Oval, heart faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 4 to 5 weeks
Choppy layers on the crown and a wispy back give this mullet cut hairstyle movement. Use matte clay for grip.
Stylist note: Ask for point-cut texture on top, a #3 at the sides and thinned ends at the back.
- Hair
- Medium, curly
- Best for
- Round, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 4 to 5 weeks
A curly mullet uses natural curls on top and at the back. Use a curl cream and let it air dry.
Stylist note: Ask the barber to dry-cut the curls and keep the sides at #2.
- Hair
- Long, wavy
- Best for
- Long, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 6 weeks
Loose waves at the back make a long mullet look soft, not harsh.
Stylist note: Ask for long layers at the back, light sides on scissors, and keep the waves.
- Hair
- Medium, straight or wavy
- Best for
- Long, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 4 weeks
A shaggy fringe falling forward keeps the mullet young and casual. Rough-dry it with your fingers.
Stylist note: Ask for a shaggy razor fringe, textured crown and a #4 blended on the sides.
Mullet Fade Hairstyle
A mullet fade hairstyle puts a skin fade on the sides and keeps the back long. The fade height changes the whole look.
- Hair
- Medium, straight
- Best for
- Oval, round faces
- Upkeep
- Fade every 2 to 3 weeks
A low fade mullet starts the fade just above the ear. It looks clean and grows out slowly.
Stylist note: Ask for a low skin fade from #0 just above the ear, top textured, back at collar.
- Hair
- Medium, thick
- Best for
- Oval, square faces
- Upkeep
- Fade every 2 to 3 weeks
A burst fade curves around the ear and leaves weight at the back. It is the most popular funk mullet right now.
Stylist note: Ask for a burst fade at mid height around the ear, and leave the nape long.
- Hair
- Medium, straight
- Best for
- Long, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Fade every 2 weeks
A high fade near the parietal ridge makes the back length stand out.
Stylist note: Ask for a high skin fade near the parietal ridge with a #0 at the bottom.
- Hair
- Medium, wavy
- Best for
- Oval, heart faces
- Upkeep
- Fade every 2 to 3 weeks
A drop fade dips down behind the ear and frames the long back. Good on wavy hair.
Stylist note: Ask for a drop fade from #1 that curves down behind the ear to the nape.
Funk Hairstyle for Men
A funk hairstyle for men pushes the mullet further with spikes, lines and volume. These funky hairstyle ideas suit parties and weekends.
- Hair
- Medium, straight
- Best for
- Oval, round faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 weeks
A back funk keeps the sides tight and grows a medium tail at the back. It shows best from behind.
Stylist note: Ask for #1 sides, a short textured top and a medium tail at the back.
- Hair
- Medium, thick, straight
- Best for
- Round, oval faces
- Upkeep
- 8 min, strong wax
Spikes on top add height and attitude. Use strong hold wax and point each spike up.
Stylist note: Keep the top at 2 inches so the spikes stand, and use a #2 on the sides.
- Hair
- Medium, any type
- Best for
- Oval, square faces
- Upkeep
- Line every 2 weeks
One clean shaved line through the fade adds a funk detail without being loud.
Stylist note: Ask for one curved line with a trimmer through the burst fade above the ear.
- Hair
- Medium, thick
- Best for
- Round, square faces
- Upkeep
- 10 min, blow dryer
A tall quiff in front and a long back is a loud funk look for functions. Blow dry the front up first.
Stylist note: Use a blow dryer and round brush to lift the front, then set with light wax.
Mohawk and Faux Hawk Hairstyle
A mohawk hairstyle runs a strip of hair from front to back. A faux hawk gives the same shape with fuller sides, so it suits offices too.
- Hair
- Medium, thick, straight
- Best for
- Oval, long faces
- Upkeep
- Sides every 2 weeks
A true mohawk takes the sides to skin and keeps a tall centre strip. Best for thick, strong hair.
Stylist note: Ask for #0 sides and a 2 inch wide strip from the hairline to the nape.
- Hair
- Short to medium, any
- Best for
- Round, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 to 4 weeks
A faux hawk pushes the top toward the centre with no shaved strip. It is office safe and easy to restyle.
Stylist note: Ask for a low fade, top at 2.5 inches, then push the hair to the centre with clay.
- Hair
- Medium, curly
- Best for
- Oval, round faces
- Upkeep
- Fade every 2 to 3 weeks
Curly hair on a burst fade mohawk gives a softer, rounded strip.
Stylist note: Ask for a burst fade around both ears and keep the centre curls at 2 inches.
- Hair
- Short, straight
- Best for
- Round, square faces
- Upkeep
- 5 min, light wax
A short faux hawk with small spikes works on short hair and takes five minutes. Good for school and college.
Stylist note: Keep the top at 1.5 inches, warm light wax in your palms and pinch spikes to the centre.
Mullet Cut Hairstyle Boys Ask For
Every mullet hairstyle boy readers ask about is shown here. These are simple, school and college friendly mullet hairstyle for boys ideas.
- Hair
- Short-medium, straight
- Best for
- All face shapes
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 to 4 weeks
A simple mullet with a soft taper is easy to grow and easy to tidy.
Stylist note: Ask for a soft taper on #3 and keep just two inches at the back.
- Hair
- Medium, straight
- Best for
- Long, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 4 weeks
A forward fringe with a fluffy back is the popular mullet hairstyle boys like on social media. Blow dry with a little volume.
Stylist note: Ask for a soft fringe to the eyebrows, #2 sides and a textured back.
- Hair
- Short, curly
- Best for
- Round, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 to 4 weeks
Short curls with tapered sides make a neat mullet for curly-haired boys. Wash and go.
Stylist note: Ask the barber to cut curls dry, taper the sides on #2 and keep the back curly.
- Hair
- Medium, straight
- Best for
- Square, oval faces
- Upkeep
- Trim every 3 to 4 weeks
A side part makes a mullet look tidy for family functions. Comb it with a little light wax.
Stylist note: Ask for a soft side part, scissor-cut sides and the back kept at collar length.
Mullet Hairstyle Men Ask For: What to Tell Your Barber
- Sides: say taper or fade, the height (low, mid, high) and the guard. #0 cuts close to 0.5 mm, #1 to 3 mm, #2 to 6 mm and #3 to 10 mm.
- Top: say the length in inches and how you style it: forward, back or spiky.
- Back: say where it should end: nape, collar or shoulder.
- Texture: ask for point cutting or thinning so the back does not look heavy.
| Mullet type | Sides | Best face shape |
|---|---|---|
| Modern mullet | Low taper, #2 | Oval, square |
| Mullet fade | Low or burst fade, #0 to #3 | Oval, round |
| Funk mullet | #1 sides, spiky top | Round, oval |
| Faux hawk | Low fade, #1 | Round, square |
Growing and Caring for a Men's Mullet Haircut
Start with about 2 inches at the back. Let the back grow while you keep trimming the sides every 2 to 4 weeks. Most men reach a full mullet in 3 to 4 months. A cut costs more when you add a skin fade, a design line or a senior barber.
In humid weather, use matte clay rather than gel so the top does not go flat. After a helmet, wet your hands and scrunch the back into shape. Hair fall or dandruff is a question for a dermatologist. For more boys styles, visit our boys hairstyle page or the messy hairstyle gallery.
Common hairstyle questions
What is a modern mullet hairstyle?
It is a softer mullet with tapered or faded sides, a textured top and only a few inches extra at the back. It looks neat enough for college and many offices.
What is a funk hairstyle for men?
A funk hairstyle is a mullet with loud details such as spikes, a burst fade, a shaved line or a tall quiff. It is popular for parties and weekends.
Which is the best mullet hairstyle for a round face?
A mullet fade or faux hawk with height on top. The extra height makes a round face look longer. Avoid very wide, full sides.
What is the difference between a mohawk hairstyle and a faux hawk?
A mohawk shaves the sides to skin and leaves a strip. A faux hawk keeps the sides short but not shaved, and you push the top to the centre with product.
Is a mullet cut hairstyle boy friendly for school?
A short or simple mullet with a soft taper usually works. Keep the back at one or two inches and check your school rules first.
How often should I trim a mullet hairstyle for men?
Trim the sides every 2 to 4 weeks if you have a fade. The back only needs a tidy every 5 to 6 weeks while you grow it.
