The mullet has made a major comeback, evolving from retro rebellion to modern-day trendsetter. But while the mullet is all about personality, it works best when it fits your face type. The right mullet can highlight your features, balance your proportions, and elevate your entire look.
This handbook will walk you through how to choose a mullet that matches your face type — because the perfect mullet isn’t just about style; it’s about structure.
Before choosing a style, determine your face shape by observing the proportions of your forehead, cheekbones, jawline, and overall length.
The most common face types are:
Oval faces are well-balanced and can wear almost any mullet style.
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Tip: Feel free to experiment with fringe, length, or volume. Oval shapes are flexible and suit most variations.
Round faces benefit from height and structure to add definition.
Best options:
Tip: Avoid styles that add width at the sides. Keep it high and tight on top.
A strong jaw and broad forehead pair well with soft texture and flow.
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Tip: Texture is key. It softens the strong facial angles and adds balance.
This face type is long and narrow, so the goal is to reduce visual length.
Best options:
Tip: Avoid long straight styles or high-volume tops — they stretch the face visually.
