Meet Mary Allen, a writer at The Right Hairstyles Magazine with a passion for the artistry of hair, who first joined our editorial team in January 2022. With a keen eye for trends in haircutting and coloring techniques, Mary Allen explores the diverse spectrum of beauty, ensuring that her articles resonate with women from all walks of life.
Read full bio Editorial guidelines
Taking its inspiration from British indie musicians, the mod cut retains its popularity nowadays, helping gents express themselves and their love towards 60s rock vibes. Mixing round angles and textured layers, mods balance between elegance and boldness, just like the music they are associated with.
Modern mod haircuts for men can be adjusted to suit different hair lengths and textures, and here, you will find the ideal style for yourself!
Forget about those super tidy hairstyles, as a mod cut can give you the same classy look but with less effort. Focus on getting a slightly longer top with closely cropped sides, and spice things up with an uneven fringe.
@addisonpaigehair
This haircut embodies The Who and Small Faces generation along with the London rock subculture. Add the layers over the ears and around the face, resembling the fenders from those iconic 60s hairstyles to give your mod a classic look.
@ashleyhedstromhair
This longer version of a mod haircut involves the features of another trend – a shaggy cut, which is a great idea for men with longer hair. A fringe that falls over the forehead accentuates the carefree vibes of the haircut.
@nitziahair
If you aim to recreate the iconic Liam Gallagher’s mod style, here’s a perfect photo reference for your next hair appointment. Pay attention to how shorter layers on top give your hair this nice texture that can be further accentuated with matte wax or clay.
@usualbarber
By keeping your medium-length mod longer and less textured, you can get the height and density needed for this voluminous look. A long, feathered fringe can also help you cover your high forehead and balance the face shape.
@thehairhuman
For curly hair, which already has a lot of natural texture, we recommend a point cutting technique to add some definition to the top layers. Use texturizing styling products to emphasize the movement and volume the mod cut gives your curls.
@nicks.cutz
Classy and cool, mod hairstyles allow you to experiment with the length of your hair and the style of your bangs freely. So, rather than sticking to the classic 60s mod, which is undoubtedly stylish as it is, you can try some of its later variations, getting inspiration from 90s mods.
@vilsonov
The key to a stylish, modern mod lies in its texture. Therefore, let your stylist make your layers slightly rough and tousled, both at the top of your head and on the back, to show off their edginess.
@jerjonjebeauty
The gradual layering technique used in this mod helps to create movement and texture, which works well for men with thick hair. Craft the layers on the sides and back longer to make the haircut look like a stylish cross between mod and mullet.
@dannymedinuh
For well-done longer mods, avoid over-layering your hair on the top of your head as this may leave you without that nice, moddy volume. Another important thing is a fringe. Opt for longer feathered or choppy ones instead of those short, blunt fringes.
@alexhinrichshair
With precise lines on the top and a micro fringe, as well as short and clean sides and back, this mod exudes style and sophistication. A perfect haircut for men with oval face shapes looking for harmony in appearance and self-expression.
@papsulis
While a straight mod style is usually done with a razor, curly hair types are better to cut with scissors to avoid flatting the curls down. To keep your curls nice and silky and prevent frizz, use curling cream for men after washing your hair with a shampoo and conditioner.
@lisahanni
For those interested in a low-maintenance style with tons of personality, we can’t find a better solution than a mod wolf cut. Combining the features of both, you’ll get a heavily textured mid-length cut with shorter layers on top, a choppy fringe, and a longer back.
@jovaras_mazrimas_jay
By creating an elongated square shape at the nape, you will achieve a mod style that came to us from British fashion. You may wish to slightly taper the back to bring modern vibes to your look. Express yourself in any way, as your mod should reflect your personality.
@andy_doesyourhair
For a more naturally looking mod style, ask to cut your layers with a razor and style them with a product that gives texture and a matte finish. Additionally, experiment with different colors to make your mod modern and one-of-a-kind.
@coreykingcuts
Embrace the British indie music aesthetic with one of these styles, and save your favorite looks to recreate them further with your stylist.
Enter your email to get this picture to your inbox, and get other ideas you might like 💌
