35 Best Broccoli Cut Hairstyles for Men in 2026: The Retro-Modern Revival

The viral original — a compact dome of tight curls on top resembling a head of broccoli, with short faded sides. Hugely popular with teens and younger guys. I keep the curls dense and rounded for that signature shape. A curl sponge defines the coils; a leave-in keeps them hydrated. It suits naturally curly hair best.

A low taper keeps weight near the ears while the curly broccoli top stays full — the most conservative, wearable version. I recommend it to guys who want the trend with a subtler finish. Define the curls with a sponge or cream on damp hair. Because the taper is gentle, you can stretch to 3 weeks between visits while the curls keep their rounded dome.

A mid fade gives the broccoli a balanced frame — clean sides that make the curly dome pop without going too bold. It's the most versatile fade for this cut. Ask for a mid fade with the curly top kept rounded and defined. A curl sponge sets the coils against the clean sides.

Sides to bare skin give the sharpest contrast against the curly dome — the boldest broccoli cut, and the one you see most on social media. I keep the top rounded and dense above the clean skin. Define with a sponge and keep hydrated with a leave-in. Because skin shows regrowth fast, this is a strict 1–2 week upkeep look.

For straight or loosely wavy hair, a perm is the secret to a convincing broccoli — it bends the top into tight, uniform curls that hold the dome shape. I recommend it constantly to guys whose natural texture won't coil. Have the perm done over a freshly faded cut, then define with curl cream.

The purest version — your own natural curls shaped into the rounded broccoli dome over a fade, no perm needed. I work with your curl pattern to build that even, compact shape. A curl cream on damp hair, scrunched and air-dried or sponge-defined, sets it. It suits guys already blessed with tight curls.

Adding a crisp shaved line-up around the hairline and temples makes the broccoli look barber-fresh and intentional — the sharp perimeter frames the curly dome. Ask for a line-up to pair with your fade. It's a small detail with a big finishing effect against all that texture.

A taper fade blends the sides gradually for a cleaner, slightly more grown-up broccoli — sharp but not stark. I cut this for guys who want the trend looking polished. Keep the curly dome defined above the tapered sides. A sponge or cream sets the coils. It grows out softly, so you can reach 2–3 weeks between fades while the rounded top holds its shape.

A drop fade curves down behind the ear, elongating the head and giving the curly dome a more sculpted frame. I steer rounder faces here because the dropped line balances the width the curls add. Keep the broccoli top rounded and defined. The curved fade line is precise, so a 2-week cadence keeps it sharp while the curly top holds between cuts.

The burst fade arcs around the ear and tapers into the neck — a dynamic frame that suits the broccoli's curly volume and any mullet-leaning length at the back. It's a favorite pairing of mine. Keep the dome defined above the curved fade. A leave-in and sponge keep the coils springy. The detailed burst needs sharpening every 2 weeks to stay crisp.

A skin taper takes just the edges — hairline, temples, nape — down to skin while keeping the broccoli dome full. It's a clean, subtle way to sharpen the cut without a full skin fade. I like it for guys who want crisp edges but more weight on the sides. Define the curls with a sponge. The skin edges show regrowth quickly, so plan a tidy-up every 1–2 weeks.

Combining a low fade with a perm gives loosely textured or straight hair a soft, full broccoli dome with a subtle, conservative frame. I cut this for guys who want the curls and the easy maintenance a perm brings. Style with curl cream after the perm sets.

A mid fade with defined natural curls on top — the balanced, everyday broccoli for guys with their own curl pattern. I shape the curls into a rounded, even dome above the clean fade. A curl cream and a sponge bring out definition. It's versatile and flattering on most faces.

A high fade isolates a tall, voluminous curly dome for maximum impact — the broccoli pushed for volume and height. I build the curls up and full above the high clean sides. A volumising mousse plus curl cream, diffused or sponge-defined, maximises the dome.

A longer take lets the curls grow into a bigger, looser dome — more flow than the tight compact original, over faded sides. I layer the curly top so it doesn't bulk out as it grows. A curl cream and diffuser define the longer coils. It suits guys who want to grow the trend out.

For wavy rather than tightly curly hair, this shapes the waves into a softer, fuller broccoli dome over a fade. I enhance the wave pattern with the right product so it reads as broccoli texture. A wave-enhancing cream, scrunched and diffused, builds the shape. It's a more relaxed, achievable version for wavy guys.

A deliberately undone broccoli — the curly dome left looser and more tousled for a relaxed, lived-in finish over the fade. I keep it from looking too neat. A light curl cream scrunched in and left to fall, no heavy product, gives the messy texture. It's low-effort and current, suiting guys who want the trend casual.

A softer variation — the curly top sweeps slightly to one side into a textured fringe rather than a dead-center dome, framing the forehead. I cut a little length at the front so it falls to the side. Define with curl cream and sweep across. It flatters square and round faces by adding angle. Keep the fringe and fade shaped every 2–3 weeks to hold the sweep.

The most classic dome shape — the curls cut and shaped into a perfectly even, rounded top, the textbook broccoli. I scissor and sponge the curls into that uniform curve over a clean fade. A leave-in keeps them defined and hydrated. It's the cleanest expression of the trend and flatters most faces.

Pairing the broccoli with a shaped beard balances the curly volume up top with weight on the jaw — a more grown-up take on a youthful trend. I connect the beard's fade to the haircut and keep both defined. Oil the beard daily. The combination adds maturity and structure to the playful dome.

A two-tone treatment — darker faded sides against a lighter or dyed curly dome — makes the broccoli shape pop with color contrast. I keep the contrast tasteful so it reads designed. The lighter dome catches the eye against clean sides.

A bold hybrid — the curly broccoli dome up top with mullet length kept at the back, over faded or two-block sides. It's retro, playful, and very current with younger guys. I keep the curls defined on top and the back long and textured. Curl cream throughout, diffused.

A broccoli undercut keeps the curly dome full on top with disconnected or shaved sides for maximum contrast — bolder than a fade. I keep the curls weighty so they sit over the clean sides. Define with curl cream and a sponge. The disconnection makes the dome pop. Refresh the undercut every 2 weeks while the curly top grows and holds its rounded shape above.

A crossover with the textured crop — the curly top cropped shorter and forward over the fade, more piecey than a rounded dome. I texturise so the curls fall forward in defined pieces. A matte curl paste, scrunched forward, sets it. It's lower-maintenance than a full broccoli and disguises a high forehead.

A shaved design or line in the faded side turns the broccoli into a personal statement — subtle from front, eye-catching in profile beneath the curly dome. I etch anything from a single line to a pattern. It pairs well with the playful texture above.

A razor-shaved hard part adds a sharp, deliberate line beside the curly dome — precision against natural texture. I shave it cleanly so the curls fall off the line. It's a striking contrast of structured and organic. The shaved part needs upkeep every 1–2 weeks to stay crisp, paired with the fade on the same schedule, while the broccoli top grows between.

A hybrid that lifts the curly front up and back into a pompadour-broccoli shape — height and curly volume in one. I cut this for guys who want more drama than a flat dome. Diffuse the front up and set with a flexible curl product. It needs length and daily styling. Keep the sides faded every 2 weeks to frame the lifted curls and hold the shape.

A shaggier, more layered broccoli — the curly top kept looser and longer with feathered movement over the fade. I cut layers so the curls flow rather than sit as a tight dome. Scrunch in curl cream and diffuse or air-dry for grit. It's a relaxed, rock-leaning take that suits looser curls.

Maximum dome — the curls built as full and tall as the hair allows over a high fade for serious volume. I diffuse upside-down and pick out the roots for height. A volumising mousse plus curl cream holds the lift. It's a big, confident statement that needs daily diffusing to maximise. Keep the high fade crisp every 1–2 weeks to frame all that volume cleanly.

Take the broccoli platinum and the curly dome becomes a full statement — an icy, bleached top over a clean fade. I'm upfront that the color is the commitment. After lifting to platinum, the curls need intensive bond-repair and purple toning to stay clean and avoid breakage. Style with a non-drying curl cream so bleached curls don't get brittle.

For tightly coiled type 4 hair, the broccoli is a natural fit — the dense coils form a compact, defined dome over the fade with minimal effort. I shape the coils with a sponge for that uniform texture. A leave-in keeps them moisturized and defined; a durag at night holds the shape. It's one of the most authentic broccoli looks.

For looser curl patterns, the broccoli reads softer and fuller — a relaxed dome with more flow than tight coils, over a clean fade. I shape the curls to keep that even rounded top without them falling flat. A curl cream, scrunched and diffused, builds definition. It's an easy, flattering version for wavy-to-loose-curly guys.

A temple fade tightens just the temples and hairline while keeping more length on the sides — a subtle, clean frame for the curly dome. I like it for guys who want sharp edges but a fuller side than a skin fade gives. Define the curls with a sponge.

An intentionally uneven broccoli — heavier curly volume on one side, a sharper or higher fade on the other, for an edgy, fashion-forward twist. I cut this for guys who want something off-beat. The asymmetry draws the eye and adds attitude. Define the curls and let the imbalance show.

A nostalgic-meets-modern take — the curly dome's tips lightened or frosted while the roots stay dark, a y2k throwback that suits the playful broccoli perfectly. I bleach just the tips of the coils so the texture catches the color. Tone to avoid brassiness and condition well to protect the bleached ends.