Sweeping the nation for the last year or two is the faux hawk (fauxhawk) or fohawk hairstyle. This newer version of the Mohawk hairstyle which was so popular in the 1980s does not involve cutting the hair so drastically on the sides of the head.
A simple slightly shorter cut to the sides and back with the hair somewhat longer on the top of the head allows for the faux hawk hairstyle to be easily manipulated into shape with a touch of gel or wax. Simply smooth the sides back, ease the top into a tapered point and you’re done!
How to Cut and Style A Faux Hawk
Cutting a faux hawk is a fairly simple matter. The sides of the hair are cut shorter while leaving a band of longer hair up to the middle. The advantage of this style is that it can be worn in a more conservative manner for working and restyled into the faux hawk at night for going out.
The hairstyle is easy to maintain with a regular trim. And you can style it in minutes. The video below shows you how to get a faux hawk haircut for men.
Popular Faux Hawk Hairstyles for Men
Following are the most updated fohawk hairstyles for men.
1. Front-Swept Hawk
Let’s start off with a classic faux hawk hairstyle. Well, maybe it’s not so classic—there’s a fade happening on the sides, leading up to a slightly longer crop, which transitions into the actual fauxhawk. I love the swept-forward ‘do—there’s always something a little impish and badass about it.
2. Textured Hair
A few layers add dimension and depth to your faux hawk—alternately, and cleverly, known as a fohawk, by the way. Texture creates instant bedhead, plus it gives you the chance to mess around with a variety of styles.
3. Curly Mohawk
Technically speaking, this is more like a real mullet, but the curls are kept short, and you don’t shave it to the scalp. I prefer the fade, and that hard line is a magnificent detail. Those curls, though—I die.
4. Contrasting Hair Color
Why not have some fun with your faux hawk hairstyle? Dye the longer hair with daring hair color to get punk hair look. Red catches the eye, but it’s a safe choice. Experiment with a hue that no one expects from you.
5. Tousled to Death
You’ll have women—or men—running their fingers through your hair from the moment you step out with this cut. It’s tousled to perfection. Seriously, that’s flawless. The fade is an eye-catching touch, particularly with that hard line.
6. Classic Fohawk
Feast your eyes on the traditional fohawk haircut in all its messy, stylish glory. Note the hair that remains along the temples. That’s the hallmark of a genuine faux hawk. The long hair then spikes upward, inward, and slightly backward.
7. Swooped ‘hawk
This is a faux hawk hairstyle that has undercut aspirations. Instead of combing your hair to the side or straight back, however, you style it upwards with the faintest hint of a short pompadour with undercut.
8. Embellished and Edgy
Check out that flawless design. That’s art. You couldn’t make that more perfect if you followed a stencil. The fohawk is a classic, as well—short, tidy, and slick as hell.
9. Undercut Comb Over
The undercut and the faux hawk honestly are a match made in heaven. His fade is sick, too—the gradient is on-point.
10. Spiked Up
Here’s another perfect example of a faux hawk hairstyle in its original form. It’s all about the shape of the hair on the type. Remember inward, upward, slightly back.
11. Splendid Hawk
Guys who do not want to compromise on their hair texture and length, but still want a modishly excited look can opt for this one unhesitatingly. Long hair and beard, tapered sides, and hulky top make a tame combo altogether. Blow dry and pomade will help you get the desired texture.
12. David Beckham Hairstyle
The one who always does justice with fohawk is David Beckham. He always keeps the hairstyle very proportionate that looks extraordinary on his face shape. You can keep this look messy or combine the refined top with a fade but must grow stubble for a macho outlook.
13. Pointed Flat Top with Fade
It is best for those guys who want an edgy, but a balanced look that fits on their face shape sophisticatedly. To get this look, keep the hair flat and side-swept from the front, and turn the remaining hair on top into a spiky texture. Use a matte product for a dry texture.
14. Suave Quiff
Instead of going with an edgy look try this smooth and voluminous Fohawk, you will love it for sure. Combine the fluffy top with an undercut to maintain the funk factor of faux hawk hairstyle.
15. Textured Taper Fade
The taper fade is a startling way to blend the faux hawk on the sides. You can try any hair length with this combo, but to keep it on the safer side go with medium length hair as it will give you captivating hair texture.
16. Extremely Edgy Look
This dramatic and edgy liberty spike hair structure is particularly for those guys who are in continuous search of these types of looks. Fade the sides of the head through clipper and keep the remaining hair long now, shape the long hair into a spiky structure to get finish look.
17. Faux Hawk Allure
Add class into your appearance by opting for this classy faux hawk that looks uber-charming on boys. Guys with short to medium hair can flaunt with this hairstyle, astonishingly. There is no need to taper or skin fade the sides and back as the layers and Ombre are enough to give you an impressive outlook.
18. Blonde Hair
Have you ever seen a faux hawk with bangs? It creates a very unusual combo, but this can be a stylish choice to hide your wide forehead. Keep the top ultra-edgy and push forward the flat bangs to complete the look. If the above style is executed professionally with proper care, the end results would be awesome.
19. Asian Fohawk Fade
Most of the Asian guys usually hesitate to wear edgy haircuts, but if you are among those who are looking for a new and distinctive look for cool attire, you can experiment a Fohawk fade during your vacations to see how you can flaunt with this look.
20. Gentlemen’s Fohawk
It is one of those short faux hawks that you can wear for your office without the fear of getting scold from your aggressive boss! It features flatter top while the hair at front styled into a slightly spiky structure. It looks fabulous on guys with widow’s peak.
21. Two-toned Haircut
Who says Fohawk fade is not for older age group when they can wear this haircut heroically. Two-toned hair gives you an exciting look. If you are in doubt about the hair length, we suggest you go with short Fohawk and beard as less edgy styles will look better on men over 40’s.
22. Vintage Fohawk Fade
This version is a stately blend of modern and retro elements that features low fade at the sides and back of the head while top crew cut is styled into a bit edgy and short fohawk haircut. Get pomade to achieve this fresh and shiny look.
23. Long Wavy Hair
Guys with natural wavy medium length hair can give a more defined and refined look to their hair by adopting a Fohawk hairstyle with fade. The hair at back is trimmed shorter while the top is kept longer and the sides got skin fade.
24. Long Fohawk with Highlights
It is less dramatic, edgy in appearance, but has an admirable length. Low fade the side of the head and keep the remaining hair long, from top to neck’s nape. Golden highlights for men are so trendy add them to get an edgy look.
25. Artistic Pompadour Fade
Want to add some dramatic element to your looks, try this artistic hairstyle. It fits well on guys with the oval face shape. Low fade the sides and neck’s nape for a clean look. Sure, it requires a lot of maintenance to hold the peak. Vibrant highlights will add more verve element to the entire attire.
26. Debonair Hair
Want to highlight the long and short hair contrast? Get this pic to your barber and ask him to focus on each and every detail that boy in the above pic is carrying. It features drop fade, razor shaved neck nape and well-executed faux hawk. This combo becomes more influential when you pair it up with a full faded beard.
27. Hair Tattoo
This is literally a Fohawk fade roar! It executes well on textured hair while a perfect lineup provides refined structure to the entire hairstyle. The sides of the head got overstated with leopard tattoo design and a tramline, for fascinating appearance.
28. Christmas Hair Designs
This Christmas, get attire that will make you a stunner of the occasion. Get this tattoo at the trimmed back side of the head and style the top into a well-structured short Fohawk to get this winning outlook.
29. Fade with Long Top
It reveals an aggressive and bold personality of guys. You can achieve this look by keeping a textured, soft spiky hair on top and high fade at the side and back of the head. A short razor line and full beard will make the whole look even more appealing.
30. Athletic Fohawk Fade
Working hard to get the above body goal? Then, work and think hard for your faux hawk hairstyle as well because it adds a huge impact on your overall outlook! Faded full Beard, fade, and spiky top provides you a heart throbbing personality.
31. Silver Frosted ‘hawk
It is one of the imposing looks to wear for winters! Rugged beard, messy and edgy faux hawk with unkempt sides and back of the head gives you bad boy vibes. Silver blonde the pointed tips to get the finishing touch.
32. Shaved Design
All fohawk haircuts give guys a bold personality. But, if you are looking for an ultra-bold or eccentric look then, you will probably like this edgy combo! Razor shaved the sides and outline the side with a stylishly executed line. Platinum blonde the top Fohawk, wear earrings and grow a blonde beard for funkier aesthetics.
33. Buzz cut+ Faux Hawk
If we talk about the best summer hairstyles, short hairstyles come in the priority list of the majority of boys. Then, why not to have some fun in summer with a buzzcut and beard with polished Fohawk! It is super easy to achieve and maintain, and you can consider it for your vacations to get casual attire.
34. Blended Fade
We really appreciate the way taper fade is blending into the Fohawk hairstyle. The hair on the top and back of the head looks styled into a smooth texture for a neat and sophisticated look. You can add extra definition to your haircut by incorporating the razor lines on sides and growing a faded beard with a prominent goatee.
35. Disconnected Undercut
Are you a big fan of high top, line up hairstyles? If yes, this particular haircut will inspire you as well. It is ideal for medium length hair and suits well on oval and oblong face shape the most.
The high skin fade makes the Fohawk disconnected from the sides. An anchor goatee with unkempt cheeks area will give you an effortlessly jaunty look.
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I have a little bit curly and wavy hair, so i have to use a flatiron to plane it to make a good fauxhawk. Can you give me tips for glazing my hair, cause it´s often very hard at my short hair
dont care
LOL you’re so mean to him
Use donut glaze.
A relaxer is a horrible idea. Especially if the amount of curl will strighten with a flatiron.
After you wash your hair use a oil to protect your hair from the heat. Use a low heat setting. You can get a good heat protection oil from a beauty supply store, for a cheap price. I would also use a good conditoner too.
Glazing your hair is will only optimize the look and feel of your hair. To straighten curly hair, it’s far better if you use a curl relaxer. It will soften and relax your hair easily.
thank you for the tip, but does this also work on 3-4 inch long hair? And from where can get this “curl relaxer”?
Curl relaxer is just called relaxer, find it at any black beutyshop or walmart, or anywear,you have to ask around. 😛 im mixed and i use it with my fauxhawk, the effects last 4-6 weeks and constant conditioning is a must! :3
Yes, it works. you can get it at store, modern salon, or ask your stylist for a good brand.
Hi i was wondering if u can tell what is the hair cut this guy in this link is wearing and the hair colour (like which shade of brown)???
Hi i normally have to straighten my hair, since it is quite thick, i also get it thinned when i go to the hair dressers, but when i put gel in it it doesn’t want to stay straight (unless straightened) was wondering if you guys knew any good products that could help sort out this problem, because i keep on getting told that if i continue to straighten hair its not good for it. any help would be much appriciated
To “The Tommy S”:
You can use wax, not any ordinary wax, but ask your hair stylist or any hair person for a stick of wax for your hair, that is what I use.
Um..
I really want to have my hair as like a Joe hawk or whatever with a fringe like one of the images…
But should I straighten my hair with a straightener first then use wax?
Hey what is the cream/wax that you use? “grooming cream”?
antenna wax..
real punx use elmer’s glue or eggwhites
Hahaha thats right
hey
i have pretty curly hair, actually really curly hair. will the fauxhawk still work for me, cause i really like the sytle of cut
yes perfectly
Thnks..
Where can I get the Elmer’s Glue?
Coz I use the antenna wax and Schwarzkopf glue..
Also..what do I say to the hairdresser…can u cut it to a fawkshawk??
He wrote “Thnks..
Where can I get the Elmer’s Glue?
Coz I use the antenna wax and Schwarzkopf glue..
Also..what do I say to the hairdresser…can u cut it to a fawkshawk??”
Tip one, Start with a number 2 buzzer and go straight down the middle of your head, then take a #3 buzzer and do the rest. Take the Elmer’s glue and collect all hair clippings. rub the Elmer’s glue “bought just about anywhere” and rub the glue down the center of your head where hair would now be shortest, let sit for 1-2 mins, the sprinkle the hair shavings down the middle of head were glue was applied. Let sit for 30 mins. then coat with super hold hair spray. “do not touch hair for next 24 hours as style will be setting in.
If you feel that there is not enough hair in the middle or is not as high or thick as you would like, please as a friend or family member with similar colored hair to buzz their hair and let you use there clippings. Please make sure they wash it first. Hygiene is important.
I personally prefer Gorilla Glue, bought at a local hardware store “ironically”
Good luck and post photos when done..
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Dude…………. That’s just cruel…..
you could also trying using pommade. it’s like a grease/wax substance and it’s much easier to use than your basic wax stick.
several brands i’ve used are Crew and Short Cuts, and they work quite well for me.
can any1 tell me wat should i tell to the hair stylist?
Same can someone tell me what to tell the hairstylist, should i just print out a picture and show them.
Thanks.
I like this style but im used to have a 0 back and sides and 5 on the top, if i let it grow how long should i have the top and sides?
And im wanting it to cover my forhead a bit, but still have the spikenes on the top and back. Anyone who can help me on this? Thanks
what type of gel or wax is good for faux hawks if you have thin wavy hair
i like this hair style and have just recently got it cut again, but this time i got bleached blond streaks my natural hair is DARK brown and with wax in it it looks black. i use keune forming wax,i have tried vo5 wax and a gel i found the wax made made my hair too oily with no hold and the gel was just awful. As i live in australia and cant buy and try gatsby or ice spiker
A very good product to shape your hair to a fauxhawk is the Fudge Hair Shaper, works like a wax holds like a Gel. Has a very nice Finish. Very nice smell as well..very nice hold too.
I really like the jude law soft faux hawk but my hair is super wavy super thick and curly any advice on what I should tell my hairdresser and what I should do to maintain it?
And of course, no one can forget the INFAMOUS Ryhawk. (The hottset of all faux hawks!)
By the one and only, Ryan Ross
to the guy on the november 12,2008 anonymous . talking about the keune products . any styling product used in your hair is going to appear to have darkened your colour .in the keune range i would go for the keune BLEND . and try mixing the clay and wax or the paste and clay or even the paste and wax . all of the blend products give a good hold,shine and a great smell .
so i have a fauxhawk with a mullet and no matter what i do i can never get a soft dry and razor sharp texture that i want it always comes out kind of clumped together and looking wet i use a flat iron and usually sumotech and hairspray. is there anything i should do to get this texture?
i have straight thin hair and im thinking about getting a fohawk do u tink i should?
Hi
I recently went to a hairsalon, told the girl to cut my hair in a way that she think will look good on me.
She cut my hair cut my hair and styled it for me and told me its a faux hawk with a drylook. Just got some questions about the hair style…
When I have to style my hair do I first use wax, style the hair and then apply hairspray ? She told me she used wax but can somebody tell me how to use wax and hairspray to get the faux hawk dry look again ?
Also I got very curly hair but she used a hair straightener. I will probably kill myself using a device like that. Can somebody please recommend me a good hair straightener product ?
I really like the dryhair look, my hair is lightbrown but if I use gel my hair turn black.
The faux hawk is the greatest tragedy in hairstyling since the fe-mullet.
This style can only work if you have thin hair, or if you keep it really short.
if you have curly hair.. try axe gel spiked look that you can get from wall greens… and just spike it…. i keep mine up by rubbing some gel through most of my hair and i curve down the sides to get a faux hawk and i leave the bangs down… its pretty cool
for a good fohawk; you don’t want to be using any gel types. they make your hair appear slick and greasy. also it’s too heavy to keep the look. often the hair will fall. what you want to do, is purchase “spray wax” it’s the best!.
My hair is thick in the back and on the sides but thin in the front. Is there a way to get the fohawk to look good even though there is less hair in the front?
my hairline at the back grows upwards at either side making it difficult to put down flat atm i use gel but it isnt the best is there any other ways????
hi call me "kyle" or "twiggys" there is only one wax that puts your hair up no matter how long or curly your hair is…
its called dominate waxx not dominate wax, dominate waxx ok it is the best
My hair is not thick at all, and very very light and poofy. This poof is natural and my hair stays poofy until it's probably around 4-5 inches long. Would a fauxhawk still work for me, because I know the sides should be short..but if my hair is short, it's poofy and I dunno if that'll work with a fauzhawk…I hope that made sense.
American Crew's "Grooming Cream" is the best to use.
Fiber Fiber Fiber! Especially for ppl with thick hair, Fiber by Crew is the end all be all! I have ridiculously thick hair and I've been rockin a foax hawk for the past 5 years. Before I found Fiber I tried using everything… gels, waxes, pomades, molding creams and everything in between to no avail. Since my hair is so thick it would either fall over, clump up, or curl up using those other products.
There are three simple things to remember to get a badass foax hawk especially if you have thick hair: #1 Get some Fiber by Crew. Sure it's expensive, but that's just cause it works… it's about $15 for a relatively small canister. #2 Make sure your hair is COMPLETELY day, any moisture will cluster f#$% your efforts. #3 Make sure your doing the styling in a cool dry place and that your hair/scalp is at room temperature…. don’t start styling right after you've used the blow dryer and your head is warm/hot or if you're sweating from running around… any kind of heat is your enemy.
After that it's smooth sailing, of coarse it'll help if you have your stylist go to town on your head with the thinning sheers and using some sort of relaxing/straightening product. And if you have the time and the patience using a flat iron once your hair is dry will definitely supplement your efforts. Once your hair is completely dry, use the flat iron section by section to straighten your hair, once your hair/scalp has completely cooled down apply the Fiber (the thicker your hair the more you're gunna use) working it into your hair in the general direction you'll want your hawk to look until it disappears, then use a combo and or your hands to style, finally spray with a firm holding hair spray so the style will hold all day! You'll be good to go all day long beatin the gurlies off with a stick!
What did Ewan Mcgregor used to style his hair in this photo? I like the texture of the hair.
ok so im trying to make myself a fohawk and im not sure im getting anywhere could someone please give me some tips on how to get a nice looking fauxhawk?(fohawk)
iS FAUX HAWK HAIRSTYLES ONLY GOOD FOR YOUNGER MEN? i'M A GOOD LOOKING GUY BUT I'M NOT A YOUNG PERSON AND OF COURSE NOT OLD. I'M IN MY PAST 40S. WILL STILL THAT HAIRSTYLES STILL DO LOOK GOOD FOR ME, ON ME? I'M GOOD LOOKING GUY BUT IS IT NOT AWKWARD FOR ME PAST 40S?
I have naturally wavy hair it's not straight nor curly and when i don't put anything in it, it looks like an afro. I was never able to find a style I liked because I would pick out styles that are meant for other hair type so it would usually be a disappointment after getting my hair cut. I started using this style and now it looks great. There is a lot of work to it though, especially for people with curly or wavy hair. The best option is to get the sides and back cut very low (2 is a good option). In the top tell your stylist to remove the volume but leave the length long. It looks a lot better when the top is left long. This cut should be done monthly in order to maintain the style neat.
Things you will need:
– Hair straightening iron preferably one that is designed for men (1 inch or less)
– Hair wax
make sure it's not too liquidy nor too thick
– Hairspray
Steps to do your hair in the morning:
1. After taking a shower towel dry your hair.
2. It might still be damp so it is a good idea to blow dry it. It doesn't have to be dried in any specific way. Just make sure it is completely dry.
3. After the hair iron is hot, start at the side of your head and iron a section from front to back making sure you flatten the tips. You will notice how smooth it looks.
4. Continue ironing the next sections the same way starting at the front and working your way to the back.
5. Flatten any undone parts to make sure the tips stick out towards the top.
6. Put a decent amount of wax on the palm of your hand and rub both hands to even out the wax on your hands. Style it through the hair making sure not to put too much as it might cause the hair to lose the straightness. Play around with it until you find the style you like
7. Pull on the tips to perfect the style.
8. Add some hairspray to maintain the style during the day.
This style is good for one day, I wouldn't recommend doing it the night before or maintaining it for several days as sweating can cause the style to frizz.
i suggest hair clay, it does marvels. I have a faux hawk mullet inspired by cristiano ronaldo, except my barber always messes it up…
anyways, the clay is from schwarzkopf, its called "rough clay"
I suggest NOT EVER styling a faux hawk. Unless you're confused about what gender you're attracted to.
Screaming Hold spiking glue by Got To Be is also a great option. Comes in a yellow vertical tube with a silver cap.
Hey guys im 14 i have had a faux hawk for a few months i get some awesome comments at school about it but lately i got bored with it
I use hair pomade to keep it up straight up with the sides kept down, i have natural brown hair and i want to dye the spikes pure white but not permanent so like i can reaply it every day
Suggestions would be great!
If you look at the logo at the top of the website's page, the hair style on the right, what is that called? or where can i find real pictures of it?
Just curious what is the length on that hair cut. I like that length an think I want to get it cut to that length please let me know thanks.
i've been styling my faux hawk for over 10 years and i wouldn't suggest to buy any of these expensive brands. you should probly try out axe messy look or shaggy look that's what i use. take my word. if your hairs curly on the other hand i have no souluton for you…..) it works better if your hair is a little bit wet also and make sure you put shampoo in your hair….if you don't it will look very greasy. BTW: don't over use your hairgel it will look bad!
I usually get the sides a 4 in the back and then faded up to a 5 in the front. Not sure about the top….she scissor cut that.
i think that faux hawks are very cool and i think i want one
of my own soo i can remember of
Faux Hawk style is todays mullet…
Is it possible for a african american guy with african american hair to get a fohawk ? if so how.
Hey guys I am thirteen and at the moment I really don't like my hair. Right now I sort of have a shag look but I'm gonna get a fauxhawk any tips?my hair is long (although I'm getting it cut soon) and what would be a good length or what should I tell my stylist? It's fairly thick. Thnx a bunch
When i do my fauxhawk… i use alot of hairgel.It will make my fauxhawk strong is this wrong?
I dont know what ohter people think so im asking you.
But the tip is to not to style it too much .I've noticed that if i'm doing my fauxhawk and touch it and style it like 5 or more mins it will start to look ugly:)
so the thing is that just pull your hand through your hair and ur done.. dont wait for perfection .
The fauxhawk can make u look good. but look very offul instead.
I've been wearing a faux hawk since i was 14, it's been my hairstyle for 5+ years now..at first i used gel (master super hold gel) it's good but gets ruined when you touch it or when it gets wet..but now i use wax, gatsby matte finish wax(the black one), its really really good, specially when you don't like your hair to look wet or shiny, and it's "remoldable", you need not to worry about ruining your hair 😀
Guys , heres a tip for you all who wanna do a faux hawk.If you think your stylish enough..;)
1.Buy a bottle of hair product.
2. go to bathroom and take alot of time.
3.Start making like messy hair and just go along whit it.do something random.
4. if you look it looks bad just wash it ,dry your hair . and start over.
And about half hour of styling your hair in the bathroom you will finally found the perfect hairstyle for you.
tip: i put my hairgel to the freezer so its alot better when styling your hair.
It's a lot easier to have someone else do your hair for this style.
I think the best fohawk that ive seen on a guy would be Xiah Junsu….I mean he looks absolutely great with fohawks, probably the best looking fohawk ever…heres a link if u wanna see:
anybody who wants good texture without the horrible oily shiny look that gel gives get hanz de fuko with its 100% organic plant infused formula it is the best check it out at hanzdefuko.com they have wax creams and classic gel.
for everyone asking what product to use to get their hair to stand up
KMS Drywax.
it comes in like a hairspray can.
just spray a little and style.
it holds texture like a wax, sticks like hairspray and keeps your hair from getting oily.
Where can I get a professional to get faux hawk in Singapore?
It by no means ceases in order to astonish myself that, with a bit of added browsing on the internet, you can land on probably the most unique weblogs.
How long does the hair have to be to get the faux hawk in inches?
cool and sexy hairstyle
It’s one of those haircuts that if it doesn’t work for you, you can either get a summer buzz or grow it out.
Hi, guys what do u call this hair cut. Its like fohawk but instead of hairs in middle of head they extend with forehead from middle to sides.
¿How do i ask for the fohawk??? I just tell the barber “do me a fohawk”
I love the look of this hairstyle, I want it so bad but I’m afraid it might look horrible. I have very thin hair and I don’t know if it will look good. Anyone have any suggestions?
Hair tonic makes a nice shine, and jojoba wax. I first rub mayo in and rinse, little hair tonic dry, wax and style with hands and fingers thats it.
Have a nice car,
Have a nice car, 62 and sporting a faux hawk and it is a great style for any age,
Thanks for the tips here.
sj
you foget the Ryan Dunn’faux hawk hairstyle
This is ideal hairstyle for stylish Men i love this style
It’s a lot easier to have someone else do your hair for this style.
for a good fohawk; you don’t want to be using any gel types. they make your hair appear slick and greasy.
i like this post , because i like mohawk hair style. nice share. thanks
i like mohawk hair for now at 2014 , but dunno what the new hair style for 2023