Beardstache
The Beardstache is facial hair's power play—a bold, full mustache paired with intentional stubble or a short beard. It's like wearing a tuxedo jacket with jeans, but for your face. This style says 'I'm sophisticated enough for a mustache but rugged enough to skip a few shaves.'
4-8 weeks
for optimal contrast
Requires precision trimming and stubble management
$10-$25
Stubble trimmer and mustache products
5,500
Monthly searches • rising
Best For:
Men who want mustache prominence without full commitment to clean-shaven cheeks
Warning:
May cause confusion at formal events - is it casual or dressy?
Measurements
Width
2.5-4 inches
Mustache can be any width, but must be prominent
Thickness
0.5-1 inches
Mustache significantly thicker than surrounding stubble
Shape & Density
Shape: Any mustache style works - Chevron, Handlebar, or English
Density: High contrast required - full mustache over light stubble
Defining Features
- Prominent mustache as focal point
- Deliberate stubble (2-5mm)
- Clear distinction between mustache and beard length
- Well-defined mustache edges
A portmanteau of 'beard' and 'mustache,' coined in the early 2010s when hipsters discovered you could have the best of both worlds.