There are various ways you can make your faded haircut stand out. Choose a textured style or wear a pompadour with skin fade. A unique variation, the burst fade, is excellent for wide-face shapes. If you prefer something more subtle, opt for the low taper fade. It provides the ideal compromise between low and high fades.
Taper Fade
A taper fade is a haircut in which gradually shorter locks transition from top to bottom—ideally suited for men who like their top layer long while needing subtle length variations on sides and back. This style is best suited for those with rounder facial features, as it helps to slim and narrow them. Furthermore, this fade works best with styles that add height on top, such as pompadour or quiff hairstyles. This style requires more frequent visits to your barber for maintenance than other fades; even microscopic signs of hair growth could ruin its smooth, sleek aesthetic. To avoid any issues with this look, schedule regular visits and bring pictures to show what look you strive to achieve.
Drop Fade
This hairstyle, similar to skin fade, features an inverted V shape behind your ears, creating an elegant arc and eye-catching style that complements almost any haircut on top – from pompadours to complex razor parts. Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blinders wears this style well. However, be mindful that this hairstyle can grow out more rapidly than its traditional taper counterpart and might require more frequent visits to your barber if opting for this look. This style can also be used to form a mohawk, though more maintenance and upkeep will be necessary as the hair on top needs to be longer than on either side. Furthermore, this technique works best on thicker locks.
Burst Fade
Burst fade haircuts are an excellent way for black men to emphasize their natural hair texture while adding an edge and flair to their style. Featuring an appealing faded area close to the skin that creates negative space for twists and curls on top, a burst fade is sure to stand out among other options available to black men looking for something special in terms of styling options. This haircut features short sides with blended ends trimmed short until they reach the skin while leaving longer top-side locks untrimmed and free to be styled in any number of ways, including comb over, side part, or faux hawk for extra character. This timeless hairstyle is ideal for wavy locks, as it highlights your facial contours with its cool textured top. Additionally, this haircut can easily transition into a drop fade should you desire a change.
Undercut Fade
Whether your hair is short or you’re going bald, a faded haircut will look fantastic on anyone. Selecting the appropriate type can have an enormous impact on how it appears; to find your ideal fade, show a picture to your barber so they can provide precisely what is desired. Try a low taper fade for an understated yet sophisticated style that works equally well at work or social events. It comes close to the skin on both sides while leaving room for styling options like a slick back or pompadour on top. For an eye-catching touch, opt for a high skin fade. This variation on an undercut can make receding temples less prominent, making your look all the more enjoyable!
Textured Fade
A fade haircut involves shortening the back and sides gradually with taper, low, mid, or high fades. Different kinds of fades are available such as taper, soft, and mid-high. A textured fade takes advantage of a fade cut’s contrast to add texture to your style, perfect for longer hairstyles such as quiff, pompadour, or comb over. The sideburn fade is an elegant style that pairs perfectly with either a beard or clean-cut head of hair, featuring a low fade that extends down into the sideburns for a sleek finish and pairing well with both hard-line fade haircuts and spiky hard line fade cuts. Furthermore, its texture provides the ideal surface to add intricate hair designs such as lines or shapes into its style.
