Undercut Bun

About the Undercut Bun

Cut & Silhouette: Description: High-contrast style featuring long hair gathered into a top knot/bun, paired with very short, faded sides revealing scalp, and longer, curly strands visible at the lower temples and behind the ears. Key Details: Sides: High fade/undercut, clipped extremely short, fading down to skin, revealing scalp tattoos. Disconnect: A clear, high-contrast disconnect exists between the long gathered top and the very short sides. Layering: Long hair on top is gathered, making internal layers not visible. Longer curly sections (mullet-like) extend from below the short-faded sides around and behind the ears. Ear coverage: Above-ear (ears exposed). Sideburns: Clipped very short, faded to skin in line with the high fade, to tragus level. Nape/neckline: Tapered to skin on the faded sections, with longer curly hair extending from the lower temple/behind ear area downwards. Updo: Hair is gathered at the crown into a medium-sized, somewhat messy bun/top knot. Length: Overall: Long hair on top, estimated ~10-12 in (25-30 cm) if ungathered, gathered into a bun approximately 3 in (7.5 cm) in diameter. Very short sides. Longer curly strands at the lower temples/behind ear are ~4-5 in (10-13 cm). Front: Pulled back, exposing forehead, no fringe. Sides: Clipped very short, fading from approximately 0.25-0.5 in (0.5-1 cm) at the top of the fade to skin. Longer, curly pieces behind the ear are approx 4-5 in (10-13 cm). Back/Nape: Not fully visible. The sides transition into a very short fade/taper towards the lower nape. Longer curly pieces visible behind the ears extending downwards; full nape details not visible. Fringe: None. Front/Bangs & Parting: Description: Hair is pulled back from the forehead, with no fringe present. Parting: No distinct part; hair swept back tightly from the front and sides. Texture & Finish: Natural Texture: Wavy to curly (Type 2B-3A), evident in the loose strands behind the ear and the texture of the bun. Styled Finish: Top is sleek and pulled back, gathered into a somewhat messy bun. Sides are clean. Curly strands are more natural and slightly tousled. Appears to have light product for hold and smoothness on top. Hold level 2/5 (light balm or cream for pulled-back style). Volume & Density: Description: High density visible in the gathered bun. Low volume on the sides and back due to the short cut. Thickness: Thick, dense hair where long. Color: Base Color: Dark brown, neutral-cool tone. Multi-tonal Effects: Uniform dark color on top. Subtle lighter, warmer brown tones are visible in the longer, curly sections behind the ear, suggesting natural lightening or subtle highlights.

Who Should Get This Cut

The Undercut Bun is a versatile style that works particularly well for men looking for a balanced, flattering cut. It suits a range of face shapes and hair textures, and can be adapted for both casual and more polished looks. If you want a style that's easy to maintain while still looking sharp, this could be the perfect choice.