Harry Lawtey’s Hair: Retro Short Back and Sides with Quiff
Harry Lawtey’s hair is what MFH calls suave, with a wink. If Clark Gable joined a Soho member’s bar in 2025 he’d rock this vibe. Into it.
Why We Love It:
Let’s talk about why Harry Lawtey’s hair, well, slaps.
He’s got a classic crew cut—think short back and sides, military precision—but has given it a nudge into flirtier territory. How? That quiff. It’s not big, it’s not showy, and not too stiff with product, but it lifts the whole look and keeps it from feeling too straight-laced.
Then there’s the moustache – aka ‘upper-lip art’. It adds character, frames the face, and somehow makes the whole thing feel cooler—not cosplay.
In fact, Harry’s whole vibe is ideal for blokes who want a touch of retro without looking like they’re auditioning for a reboot of Dad’s Army.
Given that he’s playing a young Richard Burton (one of the world’s most iconic actors in the 1950s/60s) in Mr Burton, it seems apt, no?
What To Ask Your Barber:
- Harry Lawtey’s hair is a classic crew cut with the sides and back clipped short, using a #2 or #3 guard.
- Ask for the top to be left longer, approximately 2-3 inches, to allow for the quiff.
- Specify a subtle taper around the neckline and ears for a clean finish.
- Mention your desire for a soft, textured quiff at the front to add volume and movement.
- If you’re considering the moustache, discuss shaping options that complement your face shape.
Get The Look
- Apply a small amount of volumising mousse and/or styling cream to the top section of the hair when damp.
- Using a hairdryer and a round brush, lift the front section upwards to create the quiff.
- Once dry, work a pea-sized amount of matte pomade or wax through the hair for hold and definition.
- Use your fingers or a comb to shape the quiff and smooth the sides.
- Finish with a light mist of hairspray to keep everything in place.
- For the moustache, apply a dab of moustache wax, combing it through and styling as desired.
