Men's beard styles

10 popular beard styles for men – from light stubble to a full beard – with trimmer lengths, upkeep, face shapes and the haircuts each beard suits.

Clean Shave

Sharp, fresh and always professional

Pairs with: Classic Side Part, Ivy League

Light Stubble

The low-effort look that suits almost everyone

Pairs with: Textured French Crop, Modern Quiff

Short Boxed Beard

Neat, defined and office-friendly

Pairs with: Comb Over Fade, Textured French Crop

Full Beard

Bold, masculine and full of character

Pairs with: Buzz Cut, Slick Back Undercut

Faded Beard

A seamless blend from haircut to beard

Pairs with: Modern Pompadour, Curly Top Taper

Long Beard

A statement beard with a rugged edge

Pairs with: Man Bun, Slick Back Undercut

Goatee

Chin and moustache only, cheeks clean

Pairs with: Faux Hawk, Short Dreads

Van Dyke

A classic with a pointed chin and a separate moustache

Pairs with: Caesar Cut, Executive Contour

Chin Strap

A sharp line that traces the jaw

Pairs with: Burst Fade Mohawk, Edgar Cut

Mustache & Stubble

A retro moustache with a modern edge

Pairs with: Modern Mullet, Edgar Cut