1 of 13 — The Curtain Commander

Who Should Get a Mid Part Haircut?

Oval and square faces wear this best. The center split adds symmetry that echoes a strong jaw, and the 3 to 4 inch length softens a square forehead without hiding it. Round faces can try it only if the sides stay tight and the top carries height. Avoid it with a very narrow, oblong face and fine hair, because the vertical lines of the curtains will stretch the face even longer. A middle part fade can lift the look if you want a sharper edge, and the mid part hairstyle men often ask for starts with this same base.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip Cordless or Andis Master (Model 01557)
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710) for the neckline and temples
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T fine-tooth comb for a razor-straight part, Denman D3 brush for flow
• Styling product: Baxter of California Clay Pomade, a pea-sized amount worked through damp hair
• Maintenance: Honest Amish Beard Balm if you keep stubble

Maintenance

Maintenance level: MEDIUM. Book a barber visit every 4 to 5 weeks to keep the taper clean and the curtains even. Daily styling takes 5 to 7 minutes: blow-dry with a round brush, part with the comb, then set with clay. Expect about $35 to $45 per cut, or roughly $40 a month. Home maintenance is Beginner level, since only the part needs attention. As it grows out, the curtains drop past the cheekbones around week six, and that is the signal for a trim.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a mid part haircut with a low taper starting just above the ear. Leave the top at 3 to 4 inches and point cut the ends so it falls softly on both sides. Blend from a #2 guard at the base up to a #4 at the parietal ridge. Keep the neckline natural and finish with a clean lineup at the temples.”

If this feels like too much hair, the next style keeps the part but shortens the length for a looser, textured finish.

2 of 13 — The Textured Gentleman

Is a Middle Part Haircut for Men Right for Diamond Faces?

Yes, diamond faces are one of the best matches. The part and the side-swept volume add width at the forehead, balancing prominent cheekbones, while the softer layers cover a narrow chin line. Oval faces also work well. Avoid ultra-flat, slick-down versions on a round face, because they remove the height that slims it. A mid part flow taper is a good alternative if you want cleaner sides, and a middle part low taper handles the same job with a subtler fade.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Senior Cordless for the blended sides
• Trimmer: Wahl Detailer for the lineup
• Finishing tools: Barber shears (6 inch) for point cutting, wide-tooth comb for shaping
• Styling product: Hanz de Fuko Quicksand, a dime-sized amount through dry hair
• Maintenance: Sea salt spray such as Baxter of California for added grip

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW to MEDIUM. A visit every 5 to 6 weeks is enough because the texture hides growth. Daily styling takes 3 to 5 minutes, including a quick blow-dry and clay. Budget around $30 to $40 a month. It is a Beginner home routine, and the cut only starts looking messy when the sides cover your ears, usually at week seven.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part haircut with a soft taper on the sides, scissor over comb, nothing shorter than a #3 guard. Leave the top at 3 inches with plenty of point cutting for movement. Taper the sideburns naturally and skip any hard lineup. Finish by texturizing the fringe with thinning shears.”

When you want sharper sides and more contrast, the next style adds a flow-friendly taper that keeps the top long.

3 of 13 — The Executive Flow

Which Face Shape Suits a Mid Part Flow Taper?

Oblong faces benefit most. The extra volume at the sides of the top adds visual width, shortening the look of a long face. Square faces also hold it well. Avoid it on heart-shaped faces with very thin hair at the temples, because the part highlights a narrow forehead. If you like the cleanness of this cut, the middle part taper fade offers a shorter alternative, and plenty of guys asking for a mid part haircut men’s version end up here.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Andis Master Cordless with a #1.5 to #3 guard set
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710) for edge work
• Finishing tools: Kent 4T comb for the part, boar bristle brush for direction
• Styling product: American Crew Fiber (matte, firm hold), a pea-sized amount
• Maintenance: Viking Revolution Beard Oil if you have a short beard

Maintenance

Maintenance level: MEDIUM. Visit every 3 to 4 weeks, because a taper loses crispness quickly at the nape. Styling takes about 5 minutes. Product routine: towel dry, apply a leave-in cream, blow-dry, finish with fiber. Monthly cost runs $45 to $60. Home difficulty is Intermediate because the taper edge needs a steady hand. The look softens after week four, when the taper line begins to fade out.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a mid part flow taper. Start the taper at the temples and sideburns, blending a #1.5 at the base to a #3 at the top of the ears. Keep the top at 4 inches, cut with blunt ends so the weight falls forward. Finish with a natural neckline and a light edge-up.”

For a bolder version of this clean look, the next style trades the soft taper for a visible fade.

4 of 13 — The Clean Slate Fade

How Does a Middle Part Fade Work on Heart-Shaped Faces?

It works very well. Heart-shaped faces have a wide forehead and narrow chin, and the tight sides of a fade remove excess width at the temples while the curtains keep the forehead softened. Diamond faces also do well. If you have a round face, ask for a mid fade rather than a high one so you keep some side volume. A mid part haircut is the foundation, and this version simply tightens the sides.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip Cordless for the fade, Andis Master for the guard work
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710) for the line and neck
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T fine-tooth comb, a soft fade brush
• Styling product: Reuzel Matte Clay, a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Cremo Beard Oil for facial hair softness

Maintenance

Maintenance level: HIGH. Plan a fade touch-up every 2 weeks, and a full cut every 4 weeks. Daily styling takes 5 to 7 minutes. Expect $60 to $80 a month. Home maintenance is Advanced because fades are difficult to blend alone. The cut starts looking soft around day 12 to 14 as the skin fade turns into stubble.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part fade, mid skin fade starting at the temple line. Blend from a zero at the bottom to a #2 at the parietal ridge. Keep the top 4 inches with point cutting and a natural center part. Add a crisp lineup at the hairline and finish with a shaved neckline.”

If the daily fade upkeep is too much, the next style brings back a gentler, more forgiving edge.

5 of 13 — The Soft Rebel

Can You Get a Mid Part Haircut Men Love With Round Faces?

Yes, with one change: keep the top voluminous and the sides closer to the head. That creates height that makes a round face look longer and more defined. Oblong faces do well too. Avoid wearing it flat and heavy on a round face, because the curtains will make the cheeks look wider. A middle part taper fade is a good cleaner upgrade, and a mid part hairstyle men can wear casually often starts as this wavy base.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip Cordless with a #2 guard for the sides
• Trimmer: Wahl Detailer for the neckline
• Finishing tools: Wide-tooth comb, hair dryer with a diffuser for waves
• Styling product: Sea salt spray plus Layrite Natural Matte Cement, a pea-sized amount
• Maintenance: Moisturizing shampoo and a leave-in conditioner twice a week

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW. A cut every 6 to 8 weeks is plenty. Styling takes 3 minutes with a diffuser and air-dry. Product routine: 2 steps, sea salt spray then cement. Monthly cost is about $25 to $35. It is a Beginner routine. The hair is at its best around week four, and it starts to lose shape past week eight.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a mid part haircut with natural waves. Keep the sides short with a #2 guard, no fade, just a clean blend into the length. Leave the top at 4 to 5 inches and cut it dry to follow the wave pattern. Soften the neckline, no hard edge.”

When you want a sharper fade that suits long hair, the next style is cleaner and more polished.

6 of 13 — The Sharp Dresser

Which Faces Suit a Middle Part Taper Fade?

Square faces are the top match. The structured sides reinforce the jaw, and the center part gives the forehead a symmetrical frame. Oval faces are also well suited. Avoid it on very thin hair at the crown, since a taper fade exposes density problems. A mid part flow taper handles that better, and the mid part haircut itself remains the base layout.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Andis Master (Model 01557) and Wahl Magic Clip Cordless
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710)
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T comb, Denman D3 brush
• Styling product: Layrite Original Pomade (medium hold), a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Honest Amish Beard Balm

Maintenance

Maintenance level: MEDIUM to HIGH. Get a touch-up every 3 weeks. Daily styling takes 6 minutes. Expect $50 to $65 a month. Home difficulty is Intermediate. The taper blur becomes noticeable after about 3 weeks, so a fast trim keeps it fresh.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part taper fade. Start a low-to-mid taper above the ear with a #1 at the base blending into a #3. Keep the top 3 to 4 inches, blunt cut, with a clean center part. Finish with a sharp neckline and a natural lineup.”

If you prefer something shorter at the nape for summer, the next cut brings the length down while keeping the part.

7 of 13 — The Weekend Wanderer

Who Suits This Mid Part Hairstyle for Men?

Oval faces suit it best, since almost any style fits that proportion. Square faces benefit from the softer top. Avoid it with a very high, broad forehead unless you ask for slightly longer curtains. Beyond that, a mid part haircut is easy to adapt, and a middle part haircut men prefer for travel looks like this one.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Senior Cordless
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710)
• Finishing tools: Wide-tooth comb, microfiber towel
• Styling product: Baxter Clay Pomade, a pea-sized portion
• Maintenance: Argan oil shampoo and conditioner

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW. Visit every 6 weeks. Daily styling takes 3 minutes. Cost about $30 a month. Beginner home level. The shape holds well until week seven, when the ends begin to overpower the part.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a relaxed mid part hairstyle. Keep the sides a #3 on top of the ears, no fade, and leave the top 4 inches with long, loose layers. Don’t thin the ends too much, I want weight. Clean up the neckline only.”

For a sleeker take on this look, the next style tapers the sides closer to the head.

8 of 13 — The Understated Operator

Is a Middle Part Low Taper Good for Heart or Diamond Faces?

Yes. A low taper keeps width at the temples, which balances a narrow chin on heart-shaped faces and softens sharp diamond cheekbones. Avoid it on very round faces if you want slimmer sides. A middle part fade is the next step if you want more contrast, and the mid part haircut men prefer for business settings is often this version.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Andis Master Cordless
• Trimmer: Wahl Detailer
• Finishing tools: Kent 4T comb, soft bristle brush
• Styling product: American Crew Pomade (medium hold), a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Beard oil from Honest Amish

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW to MEDIUM. A visit every 4 to 5 weeks. Daily styling is 4 minutes. Monthly cost $40 to $50. Beginner home difficulty. Because the taper is minimal, growth is less noticeable, and the shape lasts about 5 weeks.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part low taper. Keep the taper tight only at the sideburns and neckline, from a #1 up to a #2.5. Leave the rest of the sides and the top long, about 3 to 4 inches. Use shears for the top and keep the part straight.”

If you want to see how the same part handles waves instead, the next style shows how.

9 of 13 — The Wavy Wonder

Which Face Shape Works With This Middle Part Haircut Men Choose for Waves?

Square faces are best, since waves soften a strong jaw. Oblong faces also work because waves add width. Avoid it on very fine, straight hair, which will not hold the wave. A mid part flow taper is an option if your waves are too thick on the sides, and the mid part haircut basics still apply.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip Cordless
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710)
• Finishing tools: Wide-tooth comb, diffuser dryer
• Styling product: Curl cream plus Reuzel Grease, a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Deep conditioning mask weekly

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW. A cut every 6 to 8 weeks. Styling takes 4 minutes. Cost $30 a month. Beginner home level. It looks best around week five and gets heavy by week eight.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part haircut with my natural waves. Keep the sides a #3 with a soft taper, and leave the top 5 inches. Cut it dry and follow the wave pattern. No heavy thinning.”

When you want that same movement with straighter hair, the next style shows how.

10 of 13 — The Modern Classic

Who Wears a Mid Part Flow Taper Best?

Oval faces. The even proportions let the symmetry show. Square faces also work. Avoid it on very curly hair without product, since the part will not stay. A middle part fade is a bolder step, and the mid part haircut is the foundation.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Andis Master
• Trimmer: Wahl Detailer
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T comb, boar bristle brush
• Styling product: Layrite Original Pomade, a pea-sized portion
• Maintenance: Cremo Beard Oil

Maintenance

Maintenance level: MEDIUM. A cut every 3 to 4 weeks. Styling takes 5 minutes. Cost $45 to $55 a month. Intermediate home difficulty. Looks fresh for roughly 3 weeks.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a mid part flow taper with a #1.5 at the base blending to a #3. Keep the top 4 inches with a blunt cut. Finish with a clean neckline.”

If you want even more edge, the next style brings back a fade.

11 of 13 — The Night Shift Edge

Does a Middle Part Fade Suit Diamond Faces?

Yes. The tight sides narrow the cheekbones, and the center part frames the forehead. Oval faces do well too. Avoid it if your hairline is very receding, because the part will highlight the temples. A mid part haircut base is still present, only sharper.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Magic Clip Cordless
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710)
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T, a barber foil shaver
• Styling product: Layrite Superhold, a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Honest Amish Beard Balm

Maintenance

Maintenance level: HIGH. Touch-ups every 2 weeks. Styling takes 7 minutes. Cost $60 to $75 a month. Advanced home difficulty. The fade softens around day 12.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part fade with a mid skin fade, starting at the temple. Blend from a zero up to a #2 at the parietal ridge. Keep the top 4 inches for a slick finish. Add a sharp lineup and neckline.”

If you want to keep the length but wear it less formally, the next style shows how.

12 of 13 — The Easygoing Creative

Is a Mid Part Haircut for Men Good With Round Faces?

It can be, if you keep volume on top. The height makes the face look longer. Oblong faces also work. Avoid very flat styling. A middle part low taper can give a cleaner finish, and the mid part hairstyle remains simple.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Wahl Senior
• Trimmer: Wahl Detailer
• Finishing tools: Wide-tooth comb, shears
• Styling product: Hanz de Fuko Quicksand, a dime-sized amount
• Maintenance: Sea salt spray

Maintenance

Maintenance level: LOW. A cut every 6 weeks. Styling takes 3 minutes. Cost $30 a month. Beginner home level. It stays good until week seven.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a creative mid part haircut with choppy layers. Keep the sides a #3, no hard taper. Leave the top 4 inches and texturize heavily.”

For the final style, we finish with a formal option that closes the collection.

13 of 13 — The Final Word

Who Should Choose a Middle Part Taper Fade for Formal Events?

Oblong and square faces suit it best. The structured sides balance the length of an oblong face, while square faces gain polish. Avoid it with very thin hair, since the sleek finish exposes density. A mid part haircut is the base, and a middle part haircut men wear to formal events often looks like this.

Grooming Kit

• Clippers: Andis Master (Model 01557)
• Trimmer: Andis T-Outliner (Model 04710)
• Finishing tools: Kent 81T comb, Denman D3 brush
• Styling product: Layrite Original Pomade, a pea-sized portion
• Maintenance: Honest Amish Beard Balm

Maintenance

Maintenance level: MEDIUM to HIGH. Touch-ups every 3 weeks. Styling takes 7 minutes. Cost $55 to $70 a month. Intermediate home difficulty. It stays sharp for 3 weeks.

Barber Talk

Say this to your barber: “I want a middle part taper fade. Start the taper above the ear with a #1 blending into a #3. Keep the top 3 to 4 inches with a blunt cut and a sharp part. Finish with a crisp lineup and neckline.”

Whichever of the 13 you pick, bring this guide to your next appointment and your barber will know exactly what you want.

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