Attitudes towards men’s haircuts have been evolving for decades, and today the best haircuts for men are no longer solely defined by how practical or smart they are. Men can express themselves through their hair and clothes in ways that would have been socially frowned upon 20 or 30 years ago, which gives anyone looking to express themselves a little more license to experiment.

No, the man bun isn’t solely the preserve of the poncho-clad hippy and if you don’t agree then billionaire entrepreneur Mike Cannon-Brookes might like to have a word. In the same way that suits are no longer the only acceptable uniform for captains of industry, hairstyles are more varied and relaxed than ever before.

A carefully crafted and stylish haircut speaks volumes about your personal brand, almost as much as your wardrobe. But knowing what makes for a good haircut is essential before even beginning to weigh up which stylist to trust with your mop.