23 Best Flat Top Haircuts (2019 Update)

The flat top haircut, also known as the high top fade and box top, is a popular hairstyle for black men. Whether you want the short flat top or the long high top, the flat top fade usually looks best with a bald fade on the sides and thick hair standing up on top. To cut a flat top fade, you’ll want to ask your barber for a low or high fade with your hair on top cut into a box shape. The flat top hairstyle must be brushed up vertically and form a flat or sloped deck. And if you’re a black man with curly hair, even a curly flat top fade is achievable with the right cut and styling!

If you’re curious about the flat top fade and want to see what this hairstyle would look like on you before visiting the barbershop, check out the best men’s flat top haircuts below. We’ve included a number of different types of flat top haircuts, such as high and short flat tops with designs, parts, slants and steps.

Best Flat Top Fade Haircuts

While the flat top fade may be a classic haircut for black hair, many modern cuts and styles nowadays are pulling from retro looks. As one of the coolest black hairstyles of the 80’s and 90’s, we had to do the style justice by pulling from the hottest barbers around the world. View the flat top hairstyle pictures below for the inspiration to grow your hair out and get this look!