If you're chasing that sharp 'Sung Jin-Woo' look, here's what I've learned after trying to replicate it and watching friends get it done: in most places it's a fairly simple men's cut but the price swings a lot depending on where you go. At a basic barbershop in the US, expect roughly $15–35 for a clean clipper-and-scissor job that nails the short sides and textured top. Mid-tier salons charge around $35–80, especially if the stylist uses scissor texturizing to get that slightly messy, lived-in top. Upscale salons or places that specialize in K-style cuts can push $80–200+ because they add detailed layering, razor texturizing, and styling time.
Beyond the base cut, there are extra costs: a skin fade or undercut detail adds $5–20 at many shops, a wash and blow-dry can be $10–30, and if you want a color change or professional texturizing with razors it can be another $30–100. Maintenance also factors in — keeping the sides tight every 3–5 weeks means recurring costs. For reference, in South Korea the typical mid-range men's cut sits around 20,000–60,000 KRW at many shops, while specialty salons are pricier.
When I brought a screenshot of 'Solo Leveling' to my stylist, they quoted me closer to the mid-tier range because my hair needed heavy texturizing and styling instruction. If you're on a budget, ask for a scissor-cut with heavy point-cutting on top and a simple clipper fade on the sides; that'll get the look without the premium price. Personally, I think it's worth spending a little more once to learn how your stylist shapes the top — it makes daily styling so much easier and the silhouette more Jin-Woo-esque, which honestly keeps me grinning every time I check my reflection.