French Crop Haircut: What It Is and How to Ask For It
Learn what a French crop haircut is, who it looks good on, and how to know if it fits your face before you cut your hair.
Getting a new haircut can feel scary. What if you hate it? What if it looks weird on your head? If you want a cut that is easy to fix and looks neat, the French crop is a great pick.
Here is a simple guide to what the cut is, who looks best in it, and how to talk to your barber.
What Is a French Crop?
A French crop is a short haircut for men and boys. The hair on top is cut short. The hair on the sides and the back is cut even shorter.
The main thing that makes it a French crop is the front. The hair in front hangs down onto your forehead like a short fringe or bangs. Some people like this front edge cut straight across. Other people like it cut messy and choppy.
Who Does It Look Good On?
The French crop looks good on almost everyone, but it works extra well for certain head shapes:
Oval faces: This shape looks good with almost any cut, including this one. Square faces: The short sides show off a strong jawline. Long faces: The bangs in front cover part of your forehead. This helps your face look less long. Thinning hair: If your hair is starting to get thin at the front corners, the bangs hide those spots nicely.
If you have a very round face, tell your barber to keep the top a little taller. That will stop your face from looking too round.
How to Ask Your Barber for It
Barbers love this cut because it is clean and classic. When you sit in the chair, here is what you can say:
1. Tell them you want a French crop. 2. Pick how you want the sides. You can ask for a skin fade (very bald at the bottom) or a regular taper (short, but with some hair left). 3. Pick your fringe. Tell them if you want the front cut blunt and straight, or soft and textured.
The best trick is to bring a picture. A photo shows your barber the exact top length and fade you want.
How to Style and Wash It
This is the best part of a French crop. It takes almost no work in the morning.
When you wake up, get your hair a little wet with water. Put a tiny drop of matte paste or clay in your hands. Rub your hands together, then push your hair forward toward your forehead. That is it. You are done in two minutes.
To keep it looking fresh, you will need to see your barber every three to four weeks. The sides grow out fast.
Try It On First
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