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These days, we’ve abandoned rigid ideas about who should have what kind of haircut. Many androgynous hairstyles are stylish and timeless and have been spotted on celebrities, fashion icons, and influencers.
Express yourself with a look that breaks conventional gender stereotypes, and makes you feel comfortable and confident in your skin.
The haircuts in this guide blend traditionally masculine and feminine features to create styles packed with creative shape, texture and colour. Whether you prefer short, long, or mid-length hair, or have naturally straight, curly, or coily strands – there is an androgynous haircut for you.
WHAT IS ANDROGYNOUS HAIR?
Technically, any haircut can be worn by anyone – which means all hairstyles can be androgynous. Hair transcends gender. Wearing a cut and style that makes you feel confident and comfortable is far more important than following trends and expectations.
Popular androgynous or unisex hairstyles get creative with shape and texture, resulting in interesting and fashion-forward looks that are as at home on the runway as in everyday life.
ANDROGYNOUS STYLES FOR SHORT HAIR
Short hair is no longer “just for boys”. Mix things up with these varied short hairstyles for all genders. However short you want to go, there’s a look for you.
1. Pixie with undercut
The pixie cut is already packed with attitude, but one way to give it an extra androgynous spin is to combine it with an undercut. This edgy look works well with all natural hair textures and can be cut or styled sleek or choppy, depending on your preference. We recommend taking a reference photo to your hairdresser or barber to make sure you get your desired effect. For styling, keep the Mini Iron on hand. It’s great for precision touch-ups and texturising.
2. Buzzcut
This look is classic but can feel quite brave if you’re not used to having short hair. If you’re looking for a style that’s low maintenance for daily upkeep, the buzzcut might be for you. Just be aware that you’ll need to get your buzz cut regularly re-shaved to keep it looking clean and fresh. You might even want to invest in a pair of clippers to do this at home. To make an even bigger impact, combine your buzz cut with a bright colour or full-head bleach and tone.
3. Curly pixie cut
Adding curls to a pixie cut creates an irresistible texture for all genders. Whether you’re already blessed with natural spirals or want to mix things up by having a perm – the pixie cut makes a great complement to curls. The Curling Wand is ideal if your hair is naturally straight, but you want to style your pixie curly for a change. For regular heat styling, keep a good stash of CLOUD NINE’s Magical Quick Dry Potion on hand for heat protection.
4. Faux hawk
If you like the punk-inspired mohawk look but aren’t ready to commit to using a shaver, the faux hawk might be for you. Shorter than its punk-rock older sibling, the faux hawk builds that central height without the more extreme shaved sides, meaning it offers much more versatility when it comes to styling. The Mini Iron is the ideal tool to keep on hand for texturising your faux hawk so it sticks up in all the right places.
5. Crop
A crop is a short, textured look with a fairly even length all over. Longer than the crew cut, it can be softened with the addition of tapered sides. The crop is ideal if you want to go shorter than a pixie cut, but don’t want to show any of the skin of your scalp. Equal parts feminine and masculine, the crop is a common choice for men, but female film stars like Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor were also known to sport it, giving it a retro appeal. To style your crop, use our Luxury Dressing Brush to bring your fringe forward.
6. Textured bowl cut
Forget the DIY haircuts of your childhood, the modern bowl cut is stylish and cool. This contemporary take on the old favourite is now popular across the world and has even been sported by K-pop idols. The modern bowl cut is all about the texture. Use the CLOUD NINE Curling Wand or Mini Iron to add flicks of texture, then add a texturising salt spray for good measure.
7. Taper fade
If your hair isn’t quite long enough to style into a mullet, but you want to test out the style – opt for a taper fade. Think of this trendy unisex hairstyle as a mini mullet. It’s long on the top and down the back, with shorter tapered sides. You can tailor the lengths to suit you – from skin-fade to inches long on top. If you are aiming to get to mullet length eventually, make sure to book in for regular trims to keep on top of the shape of your taper fade.
ANDROGYNOUS STYLES FOR MEDIUM-LENGTH HAIR
Medium-length hair is ideal for creating a non-binary hair look, as it walks the line between the typically masculine and typically feminine. Try these looks to take your mid-length style to the next level.
8. Mullet
This retro look has made a big comeback on the red carpet and in street style. An effortless combination of long and short, a messy mullet provides endless texture. It looks great on every hair colour, but pairs especially well with highlights. To keep your mullet volume-packed, we recommend having the 2-in-1 Contouring Iron Pro on hand for adding flicks and smoothing out to your heart’s desire. Don’t forget a spritz of Magical Quick Dry Potion before you style with heat tools.
9. Classic afro
A classic afro is the perfect androgynous style for type 4, coily hair. Channel retro energy and embrace your natural hair texture with this volume-packed, low maintenance look. The keys to afro upkeep are shape and moisture. Use the Airshot Pro and Diffuser attachment to style and shape your afro, and keep an afro comb on hand to touch up your look. Invest in lightweight, moisturising products like Magical Remedy to keep your ‘fro looking and feeling healthy.
10. Locs
Another gender-inclusive look for afro hair is locs. While they require a big commitment to maintenance, locs offer versatile styling options as they can be kept short or grown out long with the right care routine. If you love the look of locs but are put off by the upkeep, faux locs are an option. These blend hair extensions with your natural hair to create a loc look, without having to grow your hair. Speak to an expert braider about the best option for you.
11. Pixie bob
Add a little more length to the standard pixie cut for an alternative unisex style that’s easy to upkeep and style. With a pixie bob, your hairdresser does all the work, adding messy layers for a heavily textured look. To style this low maintenance look, keep your CLOUD NINE Slim Iron close. With a spritz of Magical Quick Dry Potion, it’s ideal for precision straightening, curling, and texturising shorter styles like the pixie bob.
ANDROGYNOUS STYLES FOR LONG HAIR
Long hair is not just associated with femininity. In fact, these androgynous long hairstyles are making a splash on the red carpet, social media, and catwalks.
12. Undercut
An undercut is the ultimate edgy trim, offsetting longer strands with a daring shaved underside. Ask your barber or hairdresser to shave some cool designs in your undercut for extra impact or try mixing this look with brightly coloured dye. Undercuts have even more impact when styled into a ponytail, revealing the full look. We recommend keeping the CLOUD NINE Wide Iron and Magical Quick Dry Potion on hand to keep your remaining long hair in check.
13. Shaved side
Similar to an undercut, this look parts the hair directly down the middle, leaving one half long, and shaving the other off completely. It’s a cool alternative look that can be styled either sleek and straight using the Wide Iron, or curly and textured with help from the Curling Wand. Another way to show off your shaved side is to opt for a side braid or side up-do.
14. Textured shag
The textured shag is a trending style for all genders. It’s heavily layered, but don’t let that put you off, as it’s incredibly easy to style. If you’re looking to take your naturally curly hair androgynous, the shag is a great choice as it emphasises your natural texture. For at-home styling, the 2-in-1 Contouring Iron Pro is the perfect tool for amping up the texture even further.
15. Wolf cut
The wolf cut is another unisex style that’s taken social media by storm. It’s similar to the shag but can be tailored to both long or short lengths and has more of a fluid shape. The layers around the front frame the face, before getting gradually thicker and more stacked towards the back. The 2-in-1 Contouring Iron Pro is also the best styling tool choice for this look – remember to protect your strands from heat with a spray of Magical Quick Dry Potion too.
Your identity is more than your hair, but it’s still a great way to express yourself. Don’t be afraid to experiment with these androgynous styles – they’re here to help you break the mould and boost your confidence.
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