Front
Subject’s left-side view
Subject’s right-side view
Back
high taper · wavy hair
High taper fade with a side-swept wavy fringe
A wavy fringe sweeps across the forehead above softly fuller sides. The different angles help show its direction and the higher transition at the temples.
What to ask your barber
I would like a high taper at the temples and nape, retaining the fuller hair above it. Keep enough fringe length to sweep the waves to one side. 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, then dry it in that direction.
- Keep the natural bends: use your fingers to separate the waves, with a light cream or texture spray if useful.
- Start with less product and add only where needed. The tapered edges need little styling; focus on the top.