18 Mullet Haircuts For Men Trending In 2025
Kathakali S
Updated At 14 May 25
The mullet is back to make a comeback. Throwback mullet hairstyles for men used to be considered a street style for rock stars and rebels before 2025. The multitude of permutations makes any combination between the charm of yesteryear and a touch of modernism, in other words, a trend in 2025. Whether you have edge, creative flow, or want a new look, a mullet style is ready to mirror you. Here are 18 mullet hairstyles for men that keep the cycle going in style this year.
1. Messy Tapered Mullet with Fringe
A laid-back and truly edgy look, the messy tapered mullet with fringe puts volume and movement into the top, while those recognizable mullet tails trickle down the back. The tapering on the sides gives a nice, clean transition, and the front fringe adds to that air of effortless youth, grey-and-go vibe—perfect for guys predisposed to a trendy vignette of the casual outfit.
"This cut blends messy texture with structured tapering, giving guys a rebellious look without going overboard," says Luis Ortega, founder of Blade Theory Barbershop in Austin.
2. Classic Curtain Mullet
This classic curtain mullet brings back those 90s vibes and adds the tie of the traditional mullet. It comprises curtain bangs with front and mid-length layers in the back. The curtain mullet is for the guys looking for an attractive yet masculine appeal to fit into streetwear and semi-formal attire.
3. Modern Classic Pompadour Mullet
This style combines the slick height of the pompadour with the extended silhouette of a mullet to create a polished yet edgy cut. Styling involves the top going upward and backward with either a cleanly faded or tapered side and a long tail. It is a good pick for any gentleman looking to go classy yet retain a sense of rebelliousness.
4. Mullet with Design Fade
Custom design fades for your mullet; take it to the next level. Whether geometric patterns, lines, or abstract shapes, the fade art adds a bravura flair to the headset. This haircut is for guys who want embedded individuality with a formal, structured style.
5. Wolf Cut Mullet
A somehow crazy mix between the shag and the mullet, the wolf cut is layered, choppy, and full of texture. The haircut offers a wild and untamed feel, earmarking it as one of the favorites for Gen Z trendsetters and fans of K-pop-inspired styles. It is best left with a messy finish and slight volume.
6. Black and White Mullet Cut
This contrasting black and white mullet is a game-changer for men wanting to push the envelope. The two-tone coloring picks out the layers and texture of the cut, ensuring that the mullet becomes more than just a hairstyle.
"The dual-tone contrast draws attention to the silhouette of the cut," notes Andre Hill, colorist and stylist at Blackline Barbers, LA. "It’s dramatic, modern, and makes a strong fashion statement."
7. Textured Mullet Hair
Texture is everything in 2025. This interpretation of the mullet dispenses with razor cuts or point-cutting techniques used to create pure ragged edges and uneven layers for an expressly disheveled finish. This cut suits medium-length hair that gives off a laid-back, beachy vibe.
8. Modern Mullet
The modern mullet keeps things sleek and streamlined while trimming down the exaggerated proportions of its 80s-era counterpart, so in a way, they still share some essence. The editorial treatment is neat on top and on the sides, with a shorter backyard kept so that the style carries through to the professional world.
9. Curly Mullet
Who says curls and mullets don't go together? The curly mullet is the most sought-after trend in 2025, as it lets the natural curls shine at the top and cascade into the longer back. Well-layered sides highlight texture and volume without looking all over the place.
10. Skin Fade Mullet
A clean skin fade coupled with a classic mullet silhouette brings a modern and high-contrast flavor to this haircut. The edge fiend fades down the sides, melting into a more textured top short from the front, with an extended section of the nape making some serious, loud, and edgy statements.
11. Textured French Crop Mullet
This hybrid considers the true combination of the French crop and the mullet, providing tons of attitude and a bit of structure. The front holds a blunt, short fringe, while the reverse embraces the traditional length of a mullet. A more textured finish grants this style a bit of extra bounce, keeping it fresh and young.
12. Hippie Mullet with Cropped Side Line
Nostalgic for '70s counterculture, this hippie-style mullet merges flowy layers with a more contemporary cropped side line. The unrestful top-call-and-precise-side-line duet makes an interesting spectacle, and for sure, any fashion-conscious man with a Bohemian spirit would harbor it in their heart.
13. Faux Hawk Mullet
Might I say, for a bolder expression of a mullet, the faux hawk mullet is your go-to. The strip of hair in the middle is styled to rise like a mohawk, with the back keeping the standard lengths. Very punk, very bold, and just for the brave.
"A faux hawk mullet is for guys who want aggression and edge," says Mikhail Petrov, lead stylist at Rebel Roots in Toronto. "We spike the top and keep the back wild—it’s fearless and full of personality."
14. Shaggy Mullet
Loosely thrown about with endpoints from rock culture, the shaggy mullet is all about feathered layers with an unruly finish. For the guys with thick or wavy hair who want that low-maintenance yet effortlessly cool vibe, this hairstyle is all they need.
15. Short Mullet Cut
Want that mullet vibe without committing to a longer back? The short mullet is your answer. A cleaner version that's less in-your-face, it retains the general shape but with smoother transitions—a top pick for conservative dress codes or first-time mullet wearers.
16. Textured Messy Mullet
Messy titles never sound so elegant. With a crown of tousled volume and unpredictable layering all through, the textured messy mullet strikes a beautiful balance between chaos and control. This style goes with medium to thick hair and prefers matte styling products.
17. Textured Taper Mullet with Shaved Sides
This style is all about the sharp contrast of the shaved sides as a bold framework, combined with textured layers on top and back for movement and dimension. The taper will establish a seamless flow between areas, creating a cohesive look.
18. Long Mullet
A nod to the style of the original mullet, the long mullet has made a comeback for 2025, but has been made more refined. The front and top can be relatively groomed, but the back grows to the shoulders. Whether you wear it straight or wavy, the long mullet offers a strong aesthetic and is the ideal edition for guys who want to achieve that retro-cool look.
"The long mullet is back with a vengeance—except now it’s intentional and chic," states Alessandro Bianchi, Italian barber at Rome’s Scissor Culture.
