If you are unsure about what is a modern quiff haircut, we are here to dispel all your doubts. This is the hairstyle that adheres to the principle “long on top, short on the sides.” The frontal section of the hair is usually ample and high and styled either combed over or brushed back with a bit of a messy flair. This is an edgy and contrasty look that has a disheveled and angled silhouette.