Just like putting the top down on a classic car, this cut gives the modern man everything he is looking for in today’s changing world. Using a combination of tools and cutting techniques, this cut can easily transform a high velocity, punk-inspired coif into a sleek and sophisticated look that’s dapper enough for a night on the town. Cut by Living Proof Celebrity Stylist Chris McMillan.

This look is great for guys who want that slightly longer style, but don’t want anything too extreme or high maintenance. This loose, wavy cut and styling how-to will show you exactly how to control his subtle chaos. And once the look is complete, we recommend suggesting a cleaner-looking shave to keep the attention on his hair. Here’s how to make the look come to life.

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Here’s the classic cut you need in your arsenal. Always handsome, always chic. Follow this how-to from American Crew Artistic Director Paul Wilson to create this masculine-meets-dapper ‘do.

Sleek, sharp and a little bit rugged, this tight slickback is edged and trimmed to perfection. It’s Sons of Anarchy tough with a healthy dose of Mad Men’s dapper charm. Discover how Schwarzkopf Professional Men’s Grooming Ambassador, Matty Conrad creates one of the top men’s cuts for summer.

Combining classic approaches to cutting with modern silhouettes, the new TONI&GUY Classics Collection, is a celebration of the fundamental cutting techniques you use every day from the cutting experts at TONI&GUY. This modern approach to men’s tailored hairdressing uses scissor-over-comb in combination with disconnected square layers. With men’s barbering on the rise, you can’t afford not to master this classic shape.

Men don’t always want undercuts or long locks (Jared Leto, we’re talking about you!) Some men want classically barbered hair, with clean and tight fades. The trend for Spring? Longer hair with endless styling possibilities. Hair that can go from smooth and structured to that ‘I just woke up and ran my hands through my hair’ look. Here, Eufora HERO for Men Barbering Team Member, Steven McLaughlin shares his how-to for the perfect shear taper with an extended pompadour. He calls this sleek and sexy cut “Jack of Hearts“, and we think most women will agree that any man sporting this cut will very well steal their hearts.