With the Oasis tour creating a serious buzz around the world, we caught up with multi award winning men’s hairdresser, Jim Shaw, to discuss a trend we’re definitely, maybe going to be seeing a lot of  – the Oasis inspired Mod Haircut.

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Originating in the 1950s/60s and taking inspiration from Liam Gallagher’s 90s hairstyle, with that rock and roll feel The mod cut is charaterised by a medium length on top with volume, a short, cropped fringe and medium length sides that almost resemble long sideburns. The look is structured and combines layering techniques and shapes to create movement within the hair whilst keeping a straight, precise line on the top of the head.

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To create the style on the opposite page, I love to go into the hair with a razor to create a feathery texture and lots of movement after having used scissors to initially cut the style,

When it comes to styling, the mod haircut can be styled in a variety of ways. However, it stands out from other mullet or shag inspired looks by featuring more precision within the cut. American Crew Cream Whip is a lovely product to use to slightly enhance the texture within the hair whilst keeping it smooth, soft and moisturised with a natural shine.

The cut (pictured right) is a versatile style that can be tailored to suit most face shapes and hair textures, including those with curly hair. it is particularly flattering for those with square face shapes, as it helps to soften any angular features whilst complementing the jawline and cheekbones for a more balanced look. For oval face shapes, this look is also great as it can enhance natural proportions whilst framing the face.

For those with thinning hair, this style is particularly beneficial as the addition of lots of layers and texture work to give the appearance of thicker, fuller looking hair.

The wolf cut is a similar style to the Mod Haircut and has been a favoured style by men over the past year. This style also features volume on top with texture and layering, however, it features more of a choppy fringe, and the styling is a lot more effortless and untamed. A product like the American Crew Light Hold Texture Lotion can be used in damp hair before styling or on dry hair to give added texture and grit or alternatively American Crew Matte Clay Medium to Strong Hold Styling Paste is one of my go to’s to create instant texture and hold on the finished look.

All three styles are great options for men who like a more effortless day-to-day look that requires little to no styling but still want to look incredibly on trend.