Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
low taper · straight hair
Low taper with a fine combed side sweep
Fine thinning silver hair combed sideways close to head, a natural receding temple outline and soft low-volume side sweep, localized low temple and bottom nape taper. 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 low taper at the temples and nape, retaining the fuller hair above it. Keep the low-volume fine side sweep and natural temple outline. 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
- Set the parting or side direction while the hair is damp, following its natural fall.
- Dry gently in that direction, preserving movement through the retained top.
- Add a little light cream or paste if useful, then separate the hair without flattening the whole shape.