The Mullet Haircut in Ramat Gan — The Complete Guide
Short in front, free in the back — the mullet has come back from its 1980s exile to become the most talked-about cut among the younger generation. And this time it's smarter: graduated, sculpted and full of texture.
How much it costs: A men's haircut at our Ramat Gan shop starts at ₪90 (includes consultation and a personal fit). Fade, skin fade and taper are all included in the men's haircut price; adding a beard or a scissor cut is priced separately. See the full price list
What is a Mullet?
The mullet is built on one simple principle: short front and sides, with unrestrained length at the nape. But the modern version is light-years away from the wild mane of old — today the sides are graduated with a fade or a clean taper, the top is cut in textured layers, and the length in the back is kept sculpted and controlled, with internal layers that give it movement instead of weight. The ratio favored in contemporary versions: sides treated like a proper fade, a top of 5–8 centimeters with texture, and a nape that drops from the neckline and down — everything else is a matter of personal taste.
The mullet's history is a cultural rollercoaster: in the '70s and '80s it was the haircut of rock idols and soccer stars; in the 2000s it became the punchline of the haircut world; and then came TikTok, NBA players and Premier League strikers — who brought it back to center stage as a self-aware fashion statement. The wave hit hard everywhere, and it's everywhere among the younger crowd now, with parents who panicked at first having long since learned to live with it in peace. And about the name: in English a mullet is a type of fish, and no one is entirely sure how the fish got a haircut — what's certain is that the name stuck thanks to a 1990s Beastie Boys song, and the rest is history.
Behind the scenes, a successful mullet is a genuine build job. The first decision is the character of the connection: a sharp "disconnect" that separates the short sides from the long nape, or a gradual flow that softens the transition. Many modern mullets are built around a burst fade — a graduation that arcs around the ear — which sharpens the sides and leaves the nape free. And the most important rule of all: the back length must have layers. A solid block of hair looks heavy and sloppy; graduated layers look intentional. Another critical decision is proportion: a nape that starts too high shortens the head, while a nape that starts at the right point lengthens the neck and slims the whole silhouette. These are the millimeters that separate a flattering mullet from a curiosity — and as with any cut with length, the quality of the raw material matters too: healthy, nourished hair is the difference between a nape that flows and a nape that snaps.
Who does the Mullet suit?
The mullet demands one thing no other cut on this list does — confidence. It's a cut that turns heads, and it suits people who enjoy that: teens and young guys living the trend, creatives, musicians, and anyone who feels a "safe" haircut just doesn't say anything about them. As for hair type — curls are a jackpot: a curly mullet with a springy nape is probably the strongest execution of the style there is, but straight or wavy hair works great too with a little help from texture products and the right layering. In terms of face shape, the volume in the back nicely balances narrow, long faces. Who is it less suited to? Anyone who needs a conservative look at the office — or anyone unwilling to commit to a grow-out period. It's also worth noting the cultural context: in sports, music and lifestyle circles the mullet is long past being seen as odd and is firmly cool, so if your environment is open to style, it'll land exactly the way you hoped. And no, there's no maximum age: we've seen excellent mullets on guys in their forties and up who know how to carry them.
Mullet variations worth knowing
Classic Mullet
The homage to the '80s: full volume up top, gently short sides, and a long, prominent nape. This is the version closest to the original — less graduation, more rock 'n' roll — and it suits anyone going all in on the style, retro vibe and all.
Modern Mullet with a Fade
The version that rules the street today: a burst fade around the ears, a cropped top with texture, and a nape kept long but sculpted in layers. The contrast between the sharp sides and the free-flowing tail is exactly what makes the modern mullet something else entirely from its predecessor. Anyone who wants to go a step further adds a hard part on the side too — a small detail that adds a ton of graphic edge.
Curly Mullet
When you've got curls, the mullet simply works harder: the natural spring fills the nape with living volume, and the curly top forms a full crown. It calls for smart scissor work that thins without crushing the curl — but the result is worth every minute in the chair. It's important to come in with your hair in its natural state, so we can see exactly how the curl springs and where it's right to trim.
Mini Mullet
The cautious entry point: the exact same idea, just in modest proportions — a nape a little longer than usual, sides graduated short, and a top with movement. You can live with it even in a relatively formal setting, and if you fall in love — you simply let the nape keep growing toward the full version.
Mullet with a Disconnect
For the advanced only: instead of a graduated transition, a deliberate, sharp dividing line between the short sides and the back length. The bold contrast is a style statement in its own right — an editorial look associated with the fashion and stage worlds — but it's also less forgiving of growth, and demands regular refreshing so the line stays a line and doesn't blur.
The vibe in our chair
Fresh work in this style goes up on our Instagram every week — meanwhile, a look at the vibe at the shop in Ramat Gan.
How to keep it sharp between cuts
A mullet is a relationship, not a fling. The short part — sides and front — behaves like any fade and asks for a refresh every 2–3 weeks so the contrast against the nape stays clear. The back length grows in more slowly to the eye, but it's actually here that you can't neglect your visits: without periodic layer shaping it goes from "sculpted tail" to "forgot to get a haircut." At home, the long nape enjoys what all long hair loves — conditioner, and gentle combing while it's wet. For everyday styling, sea-salt spray or a light texture cream are the mullet's best friends: they emphasize the movement without weighing it down or adding artificial shine. And don't forget the top — the texture up there asks for a light trim every visit, otherwise it loses definition.
A word on the change of seasons: in the heat of summer the long nape can feel heavy at times — instead of cutting it back rashly, you can thin the internal layers and shed weight without losing the style. And in winter, when the air is dry, a weekly moisture mask keeps the ends from splitting. Sounds like caring for long hair? That's exactly the point: half the mullet is long hair, and it deserves to be treated accordingly.
The Mullet in Ramat Gan
When a trend like this explodes, the difference between a flattering mullet and an accident is the barber. Our team at Handi's Barbershop lives these styles up close — we cut mullets for teens and young guys from Ramat Gan and the surrounding area every week, and we know exactly where to place the transition line so the cut works with your face and not against it. Come in with an idea (or a TikTok clip), leave with a version tailored to you — book ahead on Calmark, 7 Rashi St, Ramat Gan. And yes, we know the conversation with the parents too. Bring them along, we'll take it from here.
Mullet — questions & answers
Mullet — is that really the right name?
Mullet is the term used everywhere for this exact cut, and you'll hear it spelled and said plenty of ways, but they all point to the same haircut. In our chair you can ask for it however you like — what really matters is describing (or showing) the proportions you're picturing: how short on the sides, how much length in the back.
How is today's mullet different from the '80s one?
In three things: graduation — the sides now drop in a precise fade or taper instead of staying medium-length; texture — the top is cut in layers instead of uniform volume; and proportion — the nape is long but sculpted, not a free-flowing mane. The result feels intentional and fashion-forward, not nostalgic. In other words: same idea, but the execution has advanced by forty years.
How long does it take to grow out a mullet?
It depends where you're starting from: from a short cut, the nape usually needs three to six months to reach a true mullet length. The good news — you can plan the route: start with a mini mullet that already looks great now, and at every visit advance the proportions one step. Along the way, the sides and front stay tidy the whole time — so even the grow-out period looks completely well-kept.
Does a mullet work on completely straight hair?
Yes, as long as it's built right: internal layers that create movement in the nape, texture in the cut up top, and the right product — salt spray or texture cream — to hold the shape. Straight hair gives a cleaner, more graphic mullet; curls give a wilder version. Both are completely legitimate — and wet hair always looks different from dry, so you style and judge only after a full blow-dry.
How much does a mullet haircut cost?
Like every cut with us, the price is set by the service and shown in full when you book on Calmark — no surprises in the chair. You can get a sense of all the services on the price list page too.
Related styles worth knowing
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