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Classic side part haircut with tapered sides, front viewCatalog example

Images are AI-generated catalog examples. Your real result depends on your stylist’s technique and your hair type.

Hairstyle · Short

Side part haircut

The hair is parted on one side, the top is combed over, and the sides get gradually shorter. It’s a timeless men’s cut that works at the office and at a wedding, simple but always well groomed.

Length
Short
Upkeep
Low
Best textures
Straight, wavy
Face shapes
Oval, round, square, long, diamond

How would Side Part look on you?

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1 credit · no credits used until you press CONFIRM · combine with a color and beard in one try

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What to tell your stylist

“I’d like a classic side part. Please make the part with a comb on the side my hair naturally falls to, with no line shaved in. Leave enough on top to comb over, and taper the sides and nape without going down to the skin.”

Tip: show the result you made in Mane too. A description plus a picture is the clearest brief.

Why choose it

  • A timeless look for any setting
  • Easy to maintain and style
  • Suits most face shapes

Keep in mind

  • A crisp part is harder to get on curly hair
  • Needs a cut every 4–5 weeks to keep its shape

Similar styles

Colors that go well with Side Part

About Side Part

In a side part, the parting is made with a comb, so the line looks soft and natural. The top is left at about 2–3 inches, while the sides and nape are tapered but never taken down to the skin. The part usually lines up with the highest point of your eyebrow.

It looks balanced on oval, round, square, long and diamond faces. On a round face, a little height on top adds length; on a long face, a flatter top keeps the proportions in check. It’s easiest to style on straight and wavy hair, and a little matte paste plus a comb is all it takes. Natural shades like chocolate, jet black or ash gray suit its classic feel.

What’s the difference between a side part and a comb over fade?

A side part is made with a comb, and its sides are tapered but never taken to the skin. A comb over fade has a hard, shaved-in part and sides faded to bare skin. The first looks more classic, the second sharper. Try both on the same photo to compare.

Which side should my part be on?

The side your hair naturally falls to is the easiest to style. Comb damp hair straight back, push it forward gently, and you’ll see where it wants to split. Which side of your face you want to show off matters too.

How many credits does it take to try Side Part in Mane?

Each CONFIRM costs 1 credit and creates one image. Picking options and browsing uses no credits; a credit is only used when you press CONFIRM, and it’s refunded automatically if the generation fails. You can combine a hairstyle, color and beard in the same CONFIRM. During the beta, credits are bought in the app and the same balance works on the web.

Try it on your own photo in 3 steps

  1. Add your photo

    Keep your face centered and well lit. Uploading a photo and picking options uses no credits.

  2. Side Part is preselected

    The studio opens with this choice. Add a color, beard or smile if you like; everything is applied in the same try.

  3. Press CONFIRM

    Your result is usually ready in 10–30 seconds. Save your favorite, compare side by side or show it to your stylist.

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