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Try This Cut: Modern "Mullet"

By Btc Lauren Rees·May 08, 2026

Don’t let the word “mullet” scare you (or your clients) away! This shape is coming back in a big way. The difference between the mullets of today and Rod Stewart’s ’80s mullet? A super-cool color, longer length in the crown and a tailored shape that fits the client’s features. Keep reading to see how to create this look!

We got the breakdown for this modern mullet (pronounce it “moo-lay” if you're fancy, lol) from Richard Mannah, a global educator who took the stage at Joico’s Global Destination Education in Punta Cana, where 1,000 hairdressers representing 28…

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