September 17, 2025

Fall 2025 Men’s Hair Trends: Sharp Cuts, Natural Texture, and Effortless Style

Men’s grooming is entering an exciting new chapter this fall, where precision meets personal expression, and hair texture is embraced rather than tamed. Whether your hair is smooth, wavy, curly, or chemically processed, the latest techniques and styles are designed to work with your natural look, not against it.

At Charles Ifergan, we specialize in creating styles that suit your individual hair type, lifestyle, and preferences, using a mix of advanced wet cutting, dry cutting, expert blowouts, and finishing touches to deliver a look that feels fresh, modern, and completely yours. Check out what’s trending for men’s hair as we head into fall 2025 from Chicago’s best hair salon.

Wet Cutting: The Foundation for Precision

Wet cutting has always been the gold standard for clean, sharp lines and strong shape definition—and it’s making a comeback in men’s hair fashion this season. Perfect for smooth, straight, or slightly wavy hair, wet cutting allows your stylist to control every detail of the cut, ensuring symmetry and a refined finish.

Wet cutting works beautifully for chemically processed hair, too, ensuring the shape complements the hair’s altered texture without looking overworked.

Where we’re seeing it this fall:

Best men's haircut, tapered

The Modern Taper

Clean fades at the neckline and temples paired with longer lengths on top for styling versatility.

Sleek Side Parts

A nod to classic gentleman’s grooming, updated with a low fade for a contemporary edge

Longer Layered Looks

Perfect for men with medium to long hair who want movement without losing a polished feel.

Dry Cutting: Enhancing Natural Texture

Dry cutting is where artistry meets intuition. By cutting hair in its natural, dry state, we can see exactly how it falls, curls, or waves, allowing us to create a style that works effortlessly every day. This is especially important for men with curls, coils, or waves, as well as anyone who prefers a lived-in, natural vibe.

Dry cutting also helps reduce bulk without sacrificing length, making it a go-to for men with thick or unruly hair.

Dry cutting trends we love right now:

Man with textured crop haircut

Textured Crop

A short, choppy style with natural lift and movement—ideal for wavy or curly hair.

Loose, Layered Mid-Lengths

Adds shape without compromising your natural texture.

Mens curly undercut hair style

Curly Undercut

Keeps the sides and back neat while letting curls shine on top.

Fall 2025 Men’s Hairstyle Trends

Across all cutting and styling techniques, here’s what’s defining men’s hair this fall

Men's shag haircut

1. The Refined Shag

Yes, the shag is back—but with more polish. Layers are strategically placed to enhance movement while maintaining a controlled silhouette. This works with both straight and curly textures, offering a retro-meets-modern vibe.

2. The Soft Fade

Instead of ultra-sharp fades, we’re seeing softer transitions between lengths for a more natural look. Works well with longer top styles and pairs beautifully with facial hair.

Men's buzzcut

3. The Grown-Out Buzz

Buzz cuts are growing out—literally. Slightly longer lengths on top add texture and personality while keeping the look low-maintenance.

4. Mid-Length Waves

Popular among men who want to embrace their natural wave pattern, this style pairs dry cutting for shape with minimal styling for everyday wear.

5. Sculpted Curls

For men with curls or coils, fall 2025 is all about definition without stiffness. Layering, curl-specific dry cutting, and moisturizing styling products help bring out the best in your natural pattern.

Hair Health for Every Hair Type

No matter your style, healthy hair is non-negotiable. We cater to all hair types—smooth, curly, textured, or chemically processed—and use products that keep your hair strong, hydrated, and manageable. For men with processed hair, this means incorporating moisture-replenishing treatments. For natural curls, it’s about controlling frizz while keeping bounce and volume.

We also offer scalp treatments to address dryness, oiliness, or thinning—because great style starts with a healthy foundation.

Your Style, Your Season

This fall, men’s hair is all about tailored versatility—styles that look sharp but adapt effortlessly from work to weekend. By combining the right cutting method (wet or dry) with expert blowouts and personalized styling, we’ll create a look that’s not just on-trend but perfectly suited to you.

Whether you’re embracing your curls, refining a classic shape, or experimenting with something completely new, our team is here to make sure your style is ready for fall—and beyond. Step into the season with a cut and style that’s as confident as you are with the best men’s hairstyles from Chicago’s best hair salon.

To schedule an appointment with us, you can book online or download our free mobile app from iTunes or Google Play to browse our services, schedule appointments, and more. Come by one of our three convenient locations in Chicago Oak Street, Deerfield, and Oakbrook.

Appointment Skincare Prep:

To ensure the best results for your makeup application, please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face (or makeup-free eyes for eye-makeup application only). If you arrive with makeup on, please plan to arrive 15 minutes earlier so we can professionally remove it for you. A $30 makeup removal fee will apply.