If you’ve ever searched for kids’ haircuts near me, boys’ fade, or a kid-friendly salon near the Mall of Georgia, you already know the hardest part is knowing what to ask for. Parents may know the look they want, but not the name of the specific haircut. So, we created a boy’s haircut guide to help.
At Pigtails & Crewcuts: Haircuts for Kids – Buford – Mall of GA, we make haircuts easier for parents by explaining popular boys’ styles in simple terms. No matter the style your child likes, this guide can help you confidently choose and clearly communicate when booking an appointment. Our Pigtails & Crewcuts boys haircut guide highlights popular options including mullets, hard parts, classic cuts, fades, faux hawks, pompadours, curly styles, and more.
Why Haircut Names Matter
When you are familiar with the names of haircuts, it’s easier to get the result you expect. Your stylist will know whether to use clippers or scissors. Specific names give the stylist the information needed to create a blended look, top texture, curl maintenance, or an easy wash-and-go style. The guide encourages parents to mention their child’s hair type as well.
Popular Boys Haircut Styles for Kids
Classic Cut
What it looks like and who it’s for:
A timeless cut with clean edges around the ears and neckline and a slightly longer top. Ideal for school, family photos, and parents who want a neat, traditional style.
Ask for: A classic scissor cut with tapered sides and back and a little length on top.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Easy to maintain with trims every 4 to 6 weeks. A quick brush and light cream finishes the look.
Traditional Boys Cut
What it looks like and who it’s for:
The dependable everyday haircut that is done mostly with scissors or with clippers plus scissors depending on hair texture and parent preference.
Ask for:
A traditional cut, clean around the ears and neckline, with blended sides and a natural top.
Maintenance and styling tips:
A trim every 4 to 6 weeks keeps it looking tidy. This style works for busy families who want flexibility.
Traditional Cut, Medium Length
What it looks like and who it’s for:
This style leaves enough hair on top to wear forward or to the side. It works especially well for boys who do not want a super-short haircut.
Ask for: A medium length on top and tapered around the ears and neckline.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 6 to 8 weeks. A light styling cream gives a softer, more finished look.
Clipper Cut
What it looks like and who it’s for:
Short, clean, simple, and low maintenance. An easy option for parents who want a haircut that looks good between visits.
Ask for: A clipper cut with a medium guard, short and even.
Maintenance and styling tips:
This wash-and-go style needs a trim every 3 to 5 weeks.
Long Curls
What it looks like and who it’s for:
A curl-friendly trim that keeps length while shaping the hair and reducing bulk. Great for boys with curls whose parents want to keep them looking good.
Ask for: Keep the length, trim the ends, and shape the curls with light layers.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 8 to 12 weeks. Curl-friendly products help keep the shape defined.
Mullet
What it looks like and who it’s for:
Shorter on the sides, longer in the back, and full of personality. Today’s mullet is polished and works well for kids who want a sporty and fun look.
Ask for: A mullet with shorter sides, a longer back, and good blending.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 3 to 5 weeks to keep the look sharp. Styling cream adds texture and shape.
Hard Part
What it looks like and who it’s for:
A crisp part line with shorter sides and a longer top that sweeps over. Great for straight to wavy hair and for kids who like a neat, polished look.
Ask for: Short sides, a hard part line, and enough length on top to comb over.
Maintenance and styling tips:
The part line grows out quickly, so touch-ups are needed every 2 to 4 weeks. Add a light styling cream for a photo-ready finish.
Fade
What it looks like and who it’s for:
A gradual blend on the sides and back with length left on top. This style works for parents that want a boys fade that looks current but is still kid-appropriate.
Ask for:
A fade on the sides and back with a longer top to allow more style.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 3 to 4 weeks. Styling cream helps if your child likes some lift or a side sweep.
Bald Fade
What it looks like and who it’s for:
A modern, sharp look that fades down toward the bottom, with more length on top. This popular style is bold and clean.
Ask for: A bald fade on the sides and back blended into a longer top.
Maintenance and styling tips:
This cut needs more upkeep, usually every 2 to 3 weeks. Use styling products if your child likes the top spiked or swept over.
Faux Hawk
What it looks like and who it’s for:
Shorter on the sides with longer hair through the center. It can be styled up for fun or worn softer for school days.
Ask for: A faux hawk with short sides and more length through the middle.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 3 to 5 weeks. A little pomade or styling paste adds energy.
Pompadour
What it looks like and who it’s for:
Longer on top and styled up and back with shorter sides. A classic, stylish, and especially nice cut for straight or wavy hair.
Ask for:
Short sides with enough top length for a pompadour.
Maintenance and styling tips:
Trim every 3 to 5 weeks. This style usually needs a styling product and occasional blow-drying.
Additional Options Boys Love
A haircut is just the start. Depending on your child’s personality and the occasion, ask about add-ons like temporary color, design details, or a polished style finish. Choose from fun options such as a faux hawk with color, or use the Style Book to find other add-ons and finishing ideas to customize the style.
Book a Boys’ Haircut in Buford Near the Mall of Georgia
At Pigtails & Crewcuts Buford – Mall of Georgia, kids can relax in fun styling chairs, watch a movie, and enjoy a haircut experience designed to be memorable for the whole family. The Buford salon also offers braids, ear piercing, and other family-friendly services.
Ready to Book?
When you book, define the haircut name you want, your child’s hair type, and whether you prefer clippers, scissors, or both. Then let our kid-friendly team bring the look to life. View current boys’ haircut prices.
