Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
high taper · curly hair
High taper with a short curly ridge
Short curls form a compact central ridge above a shorter transition around the temple. Compare the front, both side references and rear view to discuss the outline with your barber.
What to ask your barber
I would like a high taper at the temples and nape, retaining the fuller hair above it. Keep the short curly ridge shown here, and agree the retained length before cutting. 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
- Lift the roots into the central or upright shape with fingers, a pick or a brush suited to your texture.
- Define the tips gradually with a small amount of suitable hold product, preserving natural curls where present.
- Check the silhouette when dry and stop adding product before the raised shape becomes heavy.