Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
mid taper · curly hair
Mid taper fade with a curly fringe
Loose dark curls fall towards the forehead, with fullness retained above the ears. When showing this reference to a barber, discuss how far you want the fringe to fall and how much side volume to keep.
What to ask your barber
I would like a mid taper at the temples and nape, retaining the fuller hair above it. Keep the loose curly fringe; agree its length when the curls are dry. 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.