Summer is the time for short haircuts. If you’re growing your hair out for trendy hairstyles or waves for now, great, but most still opt for or switch to short styles when it gets hotter. We’ve rounded up the best short haircut options to suit different hair types and moods. Some are on-trend, like textured crops, while classics like the buzz cut always stay relevant. From military motifs to stylish crops, 2025 is the year of crisp shapes with natural texture, where timelessness and edginess come together.
Below are 10 short haircuts that will help you look more expensive and confident. We’ve clarified what to say to the barber and who they’re suitable for. The key is to choose one that’s yours, because a great haircut is a powerful expression of personal style.
1. Buzz Cut with fade
It’s not just shaving everything – it’s important to add fade for dynamics. Buzz Cut with fade – A concise style: short on top and a smooth transition on the sides.
What to tell the barber: “I want a buzz cut with fade. Make the length on top 1 to 3, fade color low/mid/high, with a smooth transition or contrasting transition.” A good barber will use different attachments and finish the fade with a trimmer or razor for sharpness.
Suitable for face types: Oval and square – emphasize features, circle – good for elongating the face if the fade is high.
2. Crew Cut
A classic that’s always on point. Crew cut – Slightly longer on top, with neatly tapered sides and an understated style.
What to tell a barber: “Make a crew cut – a little longer on top, tapered on the sides. The top is better with scissors, point-cut to avoid a flat look.” Fade – low, mid or high, depending on the contrast.
Face shape: Oval and square are emphasized, circle needs a little more length at the top for vertical.
3. French Crop
Minimalism with character. French crop – Textured short top and bangs with tapered sides.
How to explain to a barber: “Short, textured top, slightly ripped or flat bangs, sides with fade/taper. Use point-cut/blade for texture. If you want modern – skin fade, classic – soft taper.”
Suitable for: Oval and rectangle – balances proportions. Round – better with tight barrels so as not to widen the face.
4. Meassy / Textured Crop
For the “just woke up and looking cool” look. A cropped look with texture and volume.
Barber Insight: “Do a textured top (scissors/blade), a little disheveled, sides – fade or taper. A little disconnect between top and sides is classy.”
Best on: Round, oval and square faces.
5. Short waves
A style that emphasizes texture. If you have wavy or curly hair, this is your.
What to say: “Get a short haircut to let the waves express themselves naturally, with taper/fade on the sides. Add a layer or point-cut to take away excess volume but keep the shape.”
Suitable for: Round, oval, diamond-shaped faces – emphasizes texture without excessive width.
6. High and Tight
Military brevity. High and tight – Ultra-short sides + slightly longer top.
What to say: “High fade, top #1-#2, can light texture on top. Fade is smooth, shaved neck and temple lines.”
Face shapes: Square, oval – emphasizes sharp features; circle – elongates the face with a high fade.
7. Short Pompadour / Quiff
Retro with an understated style. Voluminous, neat top – pompadour, but shorter.
How to describe: “Saw a short quiff, taper on sides/back. Top is 2.5-3 inches, layered for volume and movement. Clip the side line with clips for softness.”
Suitable for: Ovals and squares – height adds structure.
8. Short Natural
Simplicity and harmony. Working with texture, soft form.
What to ask for: “Make a neat, slightly averaged silhouette with a #2-4 clipper, top a little lighter with scissors. Tapper on the side for contrast. Layer for volume.”
Suitable for most face typesespecially if you want a natural look.
9. Ivy League
Classic, versatile. Crew cut + parting.
How to say: “Do Ivy League – taper or fade on the side, top 5-8 cm so you can style with a parting. Scissors, point-cut, can be combed.”
Suitable for: Oval and square – emphasizes features and keeps it neat.
10. Caesar Cut
Classic with an accent. Short, textured top and straight quiff.
What to ask for: “Short textured top, bangs just above the eyebrows. Sides taper or fade – the choice is yours. For dense hair, point-cut. For fine hair, a uniform edge.”
Suitable for: Round, oval and square shapes – horizontal quiff makes the face more interesting.
A short haircut is comfortable, stylish and versatile. Of all the options, it’s important to choose a style to suit your image, face and daily rhythm. And if you need advice and precise presentation – at Ignite our barbers are here to help. Make an appointment for a consultation – we’ll make a haircut that speaks for you.
