25 Modern Caesar Haircut Styles
If you’re looking for a short men’s haircut with a little more flair than something basic and classic like a crew cut or Ivy League, the Caesar haircut makes a great alternative choice. The defining aspect of the Caesar haircut is the horizontal fringe that falls across the forehead. The rest of the hair is usually cut shorter than the fringe, but differences in specific lengths and textures make for a whole variety of Caesar haircuts that can suit anyone’s hair type or personal style. Named after the Roman ruler Julius Caesar, this is obviously a haircut with a lot of history. A certain version of the Caesar haircut enjoyed huge popularity in the ’90s, and it’s currently making a modern comeback both in classic cuts and edgy styles. To give you an idea of some of the different ways to wear this royal look, we’ve gathered 25 of the best Caesar haircut styles.
1Classic Caesar With Temple Fade
2Modern Tousled Caesar
3Edgy Caesar Undercut
This Caesar haircut features a dramatic undercut that looks younger and edgier than if the hair at the sides was simply tapered. For men with thick hair or those who prefer to go longer between trims, the undercut is a practical choice for keeping hair around the ears and at the nape of the neck from looking sloppy.
4Soft Texture Caesar
One of the more subtle Caesar styles on our list, Robert Downey Jr.’s pictured haircut features slightly longer pieces at the front, but they’ve been cut with soft texture to avoid creating a sharp, dramatic line across the forehead. The rest of this style is a classic taper cut that looks clean and appropriate both in and out of the workplace.
5Sharp Line Textured Caesar
This Caesar style takes a more bold approach, with a fringe that cuts a straight line across the middle of the forehead. If your hair doesn’t have a completely straight texture, investing in a mini flat iron will help you get these hairs lying perfectly in place across your brow. In a nice counter to the sleek style in front, the hair at the crown of the head is treated with a textured cut and styled with a touch of product.
6Simple Cropped Caesar
7Soft Piecey Caesar
This soft, piecey style puts a modern spin on the popular ’90s version of the Caesar haircut. Lots of texture in the front makes this style soft and moveable, meaning you won’t have to check the mirror every time you run your fingers through your hair. And unlike styles that are sharply slicked with a stonger hold product, this soft Caesar makes highlights or lowlights look extra natural.
8Tousled Caesar
9Short Caesar With Fade
10Long Choppy Texture Caesar
11Disconnected Caesar Undercut
With a long, brow-grazing fringe in front and an ultra short disconnected undercut, this Caesar style is perfect if you’re looking to stand out in a crowd. Because there’s no fading at the back and sides, you can use clippers at home to keep your undercut looking crisp in between visits to the barber.
12Curly Caesar
13Thick Textured Caesar
For guys with extra thick hair, a textured cut can make the difference between a shaggy mop and a stylish looking Caesar. A high fade that goes right down to the skin helps keep this style looking crisp on anyone, but guys with thick hair will be extra appreciative of the lightness that comes with it.
14Finely Textured Caesar
The fringe of this Caesar haircut is kept short with some soft texturing, making it an excellent choice for men with finely textured or thinning hair. Receding hairlines are commonly masked by growing hair longer, but this often results in the opposite of the desired effect, making hair look stringy and thinner than when it’s closely cropped.
15Brush Cut Caesar
If you’re looking for a style that’s all in the cutting and requires almost no styling, try this brush cut Caesar. The expert hands of a master barber or stylist create a precise line across the forehead and crisp line-up along the sides, while a skin fade at the temples and nape of the neck add an extra level of detail.
16High Fringe Caesar
17Tight Caesar With High Undercut
18Wet Look Caesar
Use a gel or mousse to get this wet look the next time you want to add an extra style detail to your Caesar haircut. Because this particular look was ultra popular in the ’90s, we recommend mixing this styling technique with modern wardrobe choices, unless a full-on retro style is what you’re aiming for.
19Wavy Caesar With High Undercut
20Long On Top Caesar
21Short Caesar With Mid Fade
22Wavy On Top Caesar With Fade
If Julius Caesar was reborn a modern day hipster, we’d probably see him wearing this version of his namesake haircut. Skin faded sides contrast nicely with a full beard, while the hair on top is left long enough to show off its wavy texture, especially when styled with product that helps add definition.
23Low Taper Caesar
24Long Bang Caesar
25Caesar Fade With Bold Fringe
With a fringe cut in a precisely straight line and styled straight across the forehead, this Caesar haircut is a bold style choice for short haired men looking to stand out from the crowd. Hair is cut with more texture towards the crown of the head, providing a nice contrast with the sleek, straight hair up against the face.