Men's top-knot haircut: more details about the hairstyle
What are the features of a topknot haircut? Where did the name of this haircut come from and how should a client choose it?
A top-knot haircut, or top-knot, literally translated from English is “a knot at the top.” The most common haircut variation involves very short hair in the occipital and temporal areas and long hair in the crown area. Depending on the length, they can be styled in different ways: braids, ponytails, buns, knots, styled and combed as you please.
What are the main characteristics?
The required hair length for such a haircut is at least 15 centimeters.
Shortened hair at the back and sides or shaved temples and the back of the head.
The shortest possible length of the temples and the back of the head distinguishes the top knot from the man bun. When creating a men-ban, the hair should be the same length and at the same time form a fairly tight bun on the top of the head.
The height of the shaved line can be different, depending on the shape of the client’s head and his wishes.
Top Knot Options
A topknot with a sharp transition, when there is practically no transition: the head is smoothly shaved or with short stubble, after which the area with long hair immediately begins.
Top knot with transition. This is a more discreet option: the temples are shaved and a section with a short length of hair is left, which represents the transition to the crown.
Top knot without shaved temples. All hair is long, one strand is formed into a bun, and the rest remains loose.
Who is it suitable for?
A topknot visually lengthens and narrows the face, so it is perfect for men with round and oval face shapes.
Men's haircuts with a ponytail and shaved temples, which includes the topknot, are not suitable for owners of thin and elongated faces. A similar “limitation” applies to people with striking facial features: large ears, a massive nose. In such situations, it is better to choose haircuts that will help correct these features. British, Canadian, undercut.
According to the technology of its creation, the top knot is an improved version of the classic man bun haircut. The topknot creates an impressive look: the beauty of the hair, its quantity and facial features are emphasized.