Moustaches (or mustaches for our American friends) were very popular in the 1990s. I remember that my dad and many of my uncles all had a moustache back in those days. After that time the moustache kind of became less popular and you did not see it that much anymore. And that is a shame!
For many younger guys the moustache is the first piece of beard growth they experience and it is something to be proud of. It is one of the first signs of becoming a real man. But how stylish or popular is it to have a (big) moustache nowadays? It can be pretty stylish for sure, but you need to find a moustache style or shape that suits you.
Why wear a moustache in the first place?
For centuries the moustache was very popular and many tough or important men wore moustaches in movies and TV series. It is a sign of masculinity and when you wear it well, it is very stylish as well. Nowadays if you are a young guy and you have a moustache, it is kind of a statement and you are not afraid to stand out of the crowd.
Different moustache styles
There are many different moustache styles, so I will now mention 10 well-known moustache styles, so that you can see which one is best for you. Some moustaches definitely need some time to grow, so be patient in that case.
1. The 'normal' moustache
A regular or normal moustache is a bit like the ones you saw a lot in the 1990s as mentioned before. Many dads and uncles had one back then. The moustache is not too long and it does not grow over your upper lip. It is also not very wide. It is a normal moustache that does not require any styling, but it will still look pretty manly, but perhaps slightly outdated.
2. The Chevron moustache
A Chevron moustache as relatively similar to a normal moustache, but it is longer and wider. In this case it does grow slightly over your upper lip and the Chevron is usually wider. It is a pretty distinctive and old skool moustache style that is maybe not for everyone.
A couple of examples with this type of moustache are Tom Selleck and Ron Swanson. This moustache style suits men that are not afraid to play the alpha male and know how to handle some attention.
3. The horseshoe moustache
A horseshoe moustache is a moustache that grows down until your jawline ans sometimes even over it. It is a very classic style of moustache and you saw it primarily in the 1980s, but since then it is not really that popular anymore.
Hulk Hogan and the character Abraham Ford in The Walking Dead are examples that wore a horseshoe moustache. Perhaps if you play in a metal rockband you can still pull this kind of moustache off, but otherwise it will be difficult to fit this moustache in with your style.
4. The English moustache
The English moustache refers to bygone times even more and it also referred to as the pencil moustache. This is a very classic and old skool style of moustache. It is basically a pencil thin line just above your upper lip. This thin line does not touch your nose, but it might come like half way. It is a very trimmed style that does not stand out a lot, but it does create a certain image.
Prince, Clark Gable and Errol Flynn are celebrities that pulled off an English or pencil moustache in the past. In a lot of cases this style goes along with a very groomed hairstyle that is combed into shape. Often men with this kind of moustache are considered a bit slick or even unreliable.
5. The handlebar moustache
A handlebar moustache is that one were men sometimes have them curl up at the ends. It is a moustache that is pretty wide and full, so that is why you can curl the ends up more easily. The handlebar is not an easy moustache to pull off, because it takes time to grow it and then maintain it.
A few examples of men that frequently had this handlebar moustache were Wyatt Earp, Stalin and Michael Attree. A handlebar moustache look very artsy and intellectual. That is why it is such a classic one.
6. The walrus moustache
I assume I do not have to explain the name for this one. A walrus moustache is a brushy moustache that is full and touches the corners of your mouth. It usually is not a moustache style that suits young men, but for older men it can be a great style when you have a wider face or bigger nose. In some regards you can consider it a shorter version of the horseshoe moustache.
Actor Sam Elliot is probably one of the better examples of this kind of type of moustache. When you have seen the TV show 1883, you will know what I mean. It is definitely not the most modern type of moustache and not everyone will think it looks the best, but Sam Elliot shows that for some men the walrus moustache could be something to think about.
7. Zappa moustache
Yes, the Frank Zappa moustache is a separate category. This moustache, made famous by the American composer and musician with the same name, stands out because of a full moustache combined with a pretty large 'soul patch', that piece of beard directly under your lower lip. It is a little bit a so-called pornstache but with a big bush right under your lower lip.
Johnny Depp wore slightly less extreme versions of the Zappa moustache in the past. It will suit you when you want to look artsy or slightly mysterious.
8. Anchor beard
Considering I mentioned the soul patch in the moustache style above, I do have to mention the anchor beard as well. Technically it might be more of a beard than a moustache, but still. It means you have a small moustache, some hair under your lower lip and some on your chin. The moustache is not connected to your beard, because that would be called a ring beard.
Some men that occasionally have anchor beards are Johnny Depp again, but also Orlando Bloom or Robert Downey Jr. It is perhaps not the most stylish moustache, but it is a great option when you cannot grow a full beard (yet).
9. Fu Manchu moustache
Fu Manchu is a fictive character in the books of Sax Rohmer. It is a classic villain with a distinctive moustache. This moustache style looks very similar to the horseshoe moustache, but it is more trimmed and it will never grow over the jawline. Especially in Asian TV shows and movies you see that primarily bad guys have this Fu Manchu moustache. So, you have been warned if you want to go for this moustache style.
10. Police moustache
A police moustache is relatively short and very trimmed. We all know the big police moustache, but that is more of a caricature than it is realistic. In this case I am talking about a very groomed moustache that shows a lot of authority.
When a cop is pulling you over and he has this kind of police moustache, you know for sure you are going to be fined. This moustache style is usually not combined with any other type of beard. The police moustache is popular with men in important jobs that want to look important. That is also why you see this style more often in the military.
The best moustache care
Once you’ve decided which type of moustache you want, it’s important to take proper care of it. You can use a beard oil to keep your moustache and the skin underneath well hydrated, or you can opt for a good beard balm or moustache wax to style it neatly. A bit of wax is usually necessary if you want to create a curl in your moustache or shape it in a specific way.
Selection moustache wax in the shop
Conclusion
It’s clear that there are countless options when it comes to growing and styling a great moustache. You might start with a style similar to the one your father used to have (or still has) and then gradually develop it into a true statement piece. It also depends a bit on how well you handle the opinions of others about your magnificent moustache.
In the Moquer shop, you’ll find plenty of products for your moustache and beard — because, of course, you’ll want to look stylish and well groomed. Anyone who meets you will quickly notice your moustache (if you have one), so it’s best to make sure it looks well maintained. You can also use a comb to shape it slightly, together with some beard balm or moustache wax. That way, you’ll have everything under control!