Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
low taper · curly hair
Low taper fade with a short curly crop
Short curls form a compact top and an uneven rounded fringe. Fuller sides frame the curl shape, with the taper concentrated at the temples and nape.
What to ask your barber
I would like a low taper at the temples and nape, retaining the fuller hair above it. Keep the curl shape compact and the fringe softly rounded. Before cutting, let’s agree whether the shortest edges show skin or visible hair, and choose a finish I can maintain at home.
Build a fuller barber brief ↗How to style this look
- Apply a curl cream, foam or gel to damp hair according to the product directions; choose softness or firmer hold to suit your routine.
- Arrange the fringe and encourage curl groups with your fingers instead of brushing out the curl pattern.
- Air-dry or use a diffuser on gentle heat and airflow. Once dry, soften any firm cast carefully and adjust the shape.