Best Androgynous Haircuts for Everyone

Androgynous haircuts are the ultimate act of freedom of expression.

“A gender-neutral haircut breaks free from this [heteronormative] ideal and embraces hair as a tool to let yourself be your authentic self,” said Sara-Olivia Granberger, a professional hairstylist and co-owner of Hairrari LA, a gender-neutral barbershop with locations in New York City and Los Angeles.

Any haircut can be androgynous — it’s all about who’s rocking the cut, noted Granberger. 

“Overall, I think the most gender-neutral haircut is when one plays between the contrast of long and short,” she said. “But you could rock a regular long haircut and make that gender-neutral by wearing a more masculine style or vice versa.”

So, if you’re looking to get a haircut that blurs the line between feminine and masculine, we’ve got you covered. Keep scrolling for 14 androgynous haircuts that you’ll want to take as inspo to your next hair appointment.

1. Afro

If you have curly hair, play up your texture by opting for an afro haircut, which looks great on all genders.

2. Mullet

“One of my favorite haircuts that I find rather gender-neutral is the mullet,” said Granberger. “Mullets have made a huge comeback and are a great way to express gender-neutral because they encompass both long and short.”

3. Bixie

A bixie haircut was huge in the ’90s, and like all good trends, it’s made its way back. It’s a mix between a pixie and bob — two classic haircuts — and works for all hair textures.

4. Buzz Cut

A buzz cut isn’t a look for the faint of heart, but if you’re willing to take the plunge, the results are so worth it. Just look at rapper Saweetie, who cut her hair in 2021 and proved a buzz cut in blonde is a power move.

5. Buzzed Side Burns

“One of my signature cuts is a longer haircut or short scissor cut with buzzed sideburns,” said Granberger. “It’s a subtle way to add an edgy look to a ‘normal’ haircut, and it allows you to not commit to a full undercut yet slowly transition into the idea of something shorter.”

6. Asymmetrical Pixie

Any pixie haircut is androgynous, but if you’re looking to switch things up, go with an asymmetrical pixie which will add length and variety to your look.

7. Locs

Whether you want faux locs or are ready to commit to the real thing, locs are loved by people of all genders because of their cool look and versatility. You can keep your locs long or short, thin or thick, and canstyle them into other looks without having to worry about detangling afterward.

8. Faux Hawk

Orange Is the New Black alum Samira Wiley makes a strong case for a faux hawk. It’s an edgy and badass haircut.

9. Textured Shag

Shag haircuts are all the rage lately because they give an effortless, lived-in vibe. If you have textured hair, the results are nothing short of spectacular — as it gives the haircut natural movement.

10. Clavicle-Length Bob

Bob haircuts are another great androgynous option. If you’re someone who likes to play with different hairstyles, consider keeping your bob clavicle-length so you can still get experimental with different looks like a bun, ponytail, or half-up style.

11. Long Pixie

A pixie haircut with length at the top of your head is chic and cool. Not only can you switch up your look by tying the long hair into a braid or bun, but you can also play with different hair colors.

12. Bowl Cut

The cringe-worthy bowl haircut you remember from childhood got a major upgrade. It’s a popular androgynous haircut that’s perfect for all genders. Just remember the most important part when rocking a bowl cut is the attitude.

13. Long Hair

If you don’t want to give up length or want to try getting longer hair altogether, rest assured long haircuts aren’t assigned to any particular gender. Anyone can look good with long, cascading hair.

14. Undercut

An undercut is perfect for those who want to shed some length without committing to a full buzz cut. Bonus points if you get a design that peeks through when you pull the rest of your hair up into a bun or ponytail.

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