The Vikings show is one of my favorites to ever come out on Netflix. When it was released, I wasted no time exploring fast and reliable internet near me to stream it uninterrupted. Beyond its great story, the show also displayed some of the most iconic beard styles I’ve ever seen.
Viking beard styles are a symbol of raw masculinity, strength, courage, and honor. If you’re looking to channel your inner warrior with a bold and dominating look that screams “don’t mess with me”, a Viking-style beard might just be what you need.
Fortunately, you’ve got a lot of styles to choose from. I’ll help you get there by sharing some of the best Viking-style beard ideas from the show and helping you choose the right one, based on your features and face shape, and size.
Let’s explore and make sure you look like the warrior you are.
1. Floki – Long and Full with Braids
Floki kept us entertained from the beginning till the end of the show, with his quirky personality and an unbreakable loyalty to Ragnar. While he kept different beard styles throughout the show, his long, scraggly beard took the cake since it went along perfectly with his personality.
- More suited for: round, square, and oval face shapes. These face shapes can benefit from the beard adding length and definition, balancing out roundness or softening sharp angles.
2. Rollo Lothbrok – Long, Thick, and Wild
Rollo Lothbrok is Ragnar’s brother, and like any sibling relationship, they have their ups and downs throughout the show. Nevertheless, Rollo is known for his fearless spirit and relentless drive, traits which his long, thick, and wild beard dominantly displays.
- More suited for: oval, square, or oblong face shapes. It can also work well for men with a strong jawline, as the beard adds volume and softens the angles.
3.Ragnar Lothbrok – Viking Ducktail Beard
If someone delivers on a style fit for a king, it is Ragnar Lothbrok. As the main character of the series, Ragnar stops at nothing, and for no one, to become King of Kattegat and later Denmark. His beard oozes strength, determination, and confidence, all of which beautifully complement his wild, untamed, and driven character throughout the show.
- More suited for: oval, square, and heart-shaped faces. It can also be grown on other facial shapes, but these are generally the most suitable ones.
4.Athelstan – Well-Kept and Groomed
Athelstan was initially introduced as a slave that the Vikings took after raiding a monastery. Despite being a Christian monk, he later begins to accept Viking beliefs and eventually becomes Ragnar’s personal slave and loyal friend. One of the most evident displays of his change is his growing a neat and well-groomed beard, a style that makes him both blend in and stand out among the crowd of bearded warriors.
- Most suited for: rounder and narrower face shapes. The beard can elongate round faces and add definition to the jawline. For narrower faces, it can add more width and a fuller look.
5.Ubbe – Tapered Beard
The king definitely passed on his killer beard game to his children, but for me, his second son, Ubbe’s style stood out a bit from the rest. Ubbe is portrayed as a highly intelligent and thoughtful leader with morals, all of which helped him evolve into a powerful character in the series. His beard is a perfect reflection of these unique traits, being neatly trimmed and well-maintained. The tapered look, being narrow on top and dense on the bottom, might just be an ode to how his character matures.
- Most suited for: oval and rounder face shapes as it can create a more visible jawline and add length to rounder faces. The style also helps achieve a balance between a smooth and rugged look.
Honorable Mentions
- Jarl Borg: With a rich and full, ornate beard that beautifully complements his receding hairline, Jarl Borg’s beard screams rugged power.
- Harbard: This character dons a consistently long and full beard, which adds a perfect touch of power, masculinity, and mystery to his character.
- Kjetill: Portrayed by one of my favorite WWE stars, the Edge, Kjetill dons a full, long, and occasionally braided beard, a classic Viking style.
Viking-Style Beards – Symbols of Masculinity, Honor, and Pride
Viking men have been known throughout history for being one of the most masculine, strong, and courageous people to walk this earth. But their beards prove that they were also among the most stylish.
And the ones I shared in the article are just some of the options available to you. You might want to catch the original Vikings show and its sequel, Vikings Valhalla, to check out many other styles that you may find more suited to your face shape and size. Whichever beard style you choose, you can be sure that you’ll look like an absolute beast with it.
