The Gallagher brothers have reunited for the Oasis world tour, and barbers are predicting the return of the 90s mod haircut as clients look to channel the classic Britpop look again. “As the excitement builds around the Oasis reunion, it wouldn’t surprise me at all to see the 90s mod haircut making a strong comeback… This style is timeless and versatile… adaptable for different lengths and textures,” says Miles Wood-Smith, Creative Director at Murdock London.
Why the Mod Haircut Is Trending in 2025
Jonathan Andrew, Fudge Professional Global Ambassador, sees the trend as a continuation of retro revival patterns already seen with mullets: “We’re definitely going to see our customers looking to grow, style and reclaim these iconic hairstyles… with a modern twist, I expect.” He predicts clients will begin asking for variations of the mod look throughout late 2025 as excitement around Oasis builds.
What Is a Mod Haircut?
“The traditional mod cut originated in the 60s. It is normally a shorter scissor cut on the sides with a straight fringe and volume up top. There are a lot of different variations… so you can always tailor it to your needs,” explains Miles. Jonathan adds that barbers are likely to move away from the rigid 90s version and lean into more texture and softness: “We’ll be adapting the style to encourage guys to grow out the sides… adding texture through the top and just making it a bit more of a shaggy, messy look rather than a very straight fringe that the Gallagher brothers had originally.” He also notes that colder seasons are the ideal time for clients to commit to longer cuts: “It’s always great to have shorter hair during those months just because you can deal with the style and keep it in shape a lot longer.”
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