A clean, textured fringe with tight sides — one of our most requested styles
The French crop is a short men's hairstyle where the hair on top is cut to a uniform length and brought forward into a textured fringe. The sides are typically tapered or faded, creating a clean contrast with the longer top. It's one of the most versatile cuts we do at BB's Barbers Penrith.
What makes a good French crop is the fringe. It should sit naturally across the forehead without looking blunt or heavy. We use point cutting and texturising techniques to give the fringe movement and keep it looking effortless. The result is a style that looks sharp fresh from the chair and still looks good three weeks later.
The French crop works with almost every face shape and hair type. It's particularly good for men with rounder faces because the textured fringe adds structure without adding bulk. If your hair is thinning on top, a French crop is one of the best options because the forward fringe disguises the hairline while keeping things short and natural.
It also suits men who want a stylish cut without spending time on it every morning. A quick rub of product through the top and you're done. No blow-drying, no combing, no fuss.
We cut French crops in a few different ways depending on what you're after:
Not sure which version suits you? Just tell us what you're going for and we'll recommend the right approach for your hair.
Ask for a French crop and we'll know exactly what you mean. If you want to be more specific, here's how to phrase it:
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A French crop is a short men's hairstyle with a textured fringe that sits across the forehead, paired with tapered or faded sides. It's low maintenance and suits most face shapes.
A French crop is £15 as a standard haircut, or £20 with a skin fade on the sides.
Both are short and textured on top, but a French crop has a defined fringe that falls forward across the forehead. A textured crop is more choppy and tousled without a distinct fringe line.
Compare with a textured crop or a crew cut. Pair with a fade for sharper contrast. Read our best men's haircuts for 2026 for more inspiration.