Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
low shadow fade · coily hair
Low shadow fade with a cropped wave pattern
Very short brushed coily hair with concentric shallow wave ripples across crown and temples; low full-side shadow fade retaining hair. 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 shadow fade with a cropped wave pattern. Keep the cropped wave pattern shown here, and agree the retained length before cutting. Let’s agree where the fade sits, how much skin or short hair is visible, and how it connects to the top. Check the other side and back together before cutting.
Build a fuller barber brief ↗How to style this look
- Apply a small amount of curl cream, foam or gel to damp hair as directed for your usual routine.
- Encourage the natural curl groups with your fingers rather than brushing the dry pattern out.
- Air-dry or use gentle diffuser heat and airflow, then make small adjustments to the dry outline.