This version is less about sleekness and shine and more about careful untidiness.Īs it’s less polished and less structured. Laying the ground for the grooming revolution that we oh so take for granted today.Ī less formal, more relaxed take on the traditional quiff. The movement grew and grew (the cultural one, not Elvis’s gyrations) leading to the fashion liberation of men that allowed them to outwardly care about their appearance. This lent itself to the growing narcissism of the cultural elite, the likes of Elvis, who turned it into such a sexually charged movement that sent women swooning, and became as iconic as his blue suede shoes. Demanding attention of you or whomsoever dotes upon your style.

The upward nature of the cut also meant that it traditionally flops forwards. Rock and roll helped to cement this when it become the badge of teenage revolt that didn’t need a lapel. A dig at the likes of buzz cuts and flat wartime styles. The hairstyle had been around for quite some time before being picked up as a reactionary post-war fashion symbol. 28% of 2000 females asked to pick a cut they were most likely to swipe right on picked the quiff. As a bonus, it’s rated as one of the sexiest cuts by women (and men). Mixing together elements of the pompadour and flat top, the modern quiff suits a wide range of ages, face shapes, and style choices, making this one of our most recommended cuts. It has become a timeless classic and has earned its place in the hairy hall of fame. The quiff has been something of a big deal since the 1950s and has been a staple cut in every decade since.

Short messy quiff