Have you ever wondered how Brad Pitt got his stylish barnet?Vaya? Or how Zayn Malik's hair looks softer than the moves he does on Gigi Hadid in the 'Pillowtalk' video? Well, word got out: his name is Fade.
Sometimes subtle, sometimes noticeable, a fade is essentially next level.short back and sides. "It's actually a way to thin your hair, but the cut is drastically shorter than a normal haircut," says Adam Gore, founder of UK Barbershop of the Year.Barber. “The hair is gradually reduced to nothing [ie, an exposed scalp], giving it a spray-painted effect.
Of course, it's not referring to the Sisqó spray style from around 1999. Instead, it's a mastercut that subtly blends the lengths of the hair, using clippers, clippers, or both, to give the hair the back and top. the head as a smoothly graduated or "fade" effect.
In short, if all you need to learn is barbershop lingo, do this (and that).
The best faded haircuts for men
The Taper Fade
Clean, classic and versatile, thatgradual fadeit's a crowd shooter. It's clear but not too sharp, which means it works just as well on your desktop as it does in your spare time.
"A gradual fade goes from nothing to mixed duration," says Gore. “The cone begins at the nape of the neck and extends to the crown of the head, gradually darkening as it goes up (the crown is the top of the head, defined as the widest area of the head where the head curves away). .
Who is that for?
"A great style for anyone who needs a smarter haircut and wants it to look a little more natural." Plus, because the tapered fade doesn't significantly expose the scalp, it can be used as the base for many different looks, from a paper-cut to longer, more dramatic styles.
the low fade
Less subtle than a tapered fade, alow fadeIt shows a little more skin and offers a well-defined finish, but it's still far from skinhead.
"The low fade starts extremely low, with the skin at the bottom, and then blends from there, following the natural curve of the head," says Gore. "It's a great way to show off more textured hair or create a wavy look on top so hair is generally longer to style."
Who is that for?
"It's a good choice for a more oblong, diamond, or triangular head shape," says Gore, who also suggests complementing a low fade with a trimmed beard, which creates a textured contrast between the fade and beard.facial hair.
the average fade
More noticeable than a low fade but not as exposed as the high variant, the mid fade is unsurprisingly one of the most popular men's styles and ideal for creating a tougher skin-to-hair blend line, embracing an older approach to its fade.
"The mid-fade starts at the point above the ears, making it distinctive yet adaptable to different approaches to styling," Gore says. "It offers a lot more styling options for things like the pompadour or somethinglongest quincewhere length is required on the upper sides.”
Who is that for?
“The mid fade is a popular style for all ages and great when paired with a longBarbarian. Just be sure to use a firm hold wax or gel to keep your cut neat and in check.
the high fade
Like the Fresh Prince, but bolder, the High Fade (also known astall and narrow) is a high-contrast style in which most of the hair on the back and sides of the head is trimmed down to the skin with a foil razor.
"The high fade ignores the natural shape of the head and creates a new baseline around the area from the upper recess to the lower crown," says Gore. The result is a highly streamlined finish that's far from subtle but sure to turn heads.
Who is that for?
“A popular cut for American flat tops and great for Afro hair types. Good for those who don't mind extremely short hair and perfect for square or round faces."
scissors fade
Don't you like hair clippers? Or do you want a style that will definitely fly in one?coincidentally more elegantDesk? Then swap out a buzz fade for a softer scissor cut style.
"The scissor fade is a basic fade that uses scissors instead of clippers, progressing the cut around the nape and up with a pointed comb to get as close to the skin as possible," says Gore. "This technique is often used when a more custom shape is needed for a specific head shape."
Who is that for?
“A fail-safe and easy-to-use option, this cut requires your groomer to gradually trim the sides of your hair with scissors, eliminating elements of the typical fade. Trust a great wax orointmentto keep this hairstyle structured and sophisticated.
Four Tips for a Great Fade
Don't go alone (or cheap)
Resist the urge to save money by cutting your hair yourself or opting for a £6 haircut. Always trust your fade to a qualityBarbierwho have taken the time to learn the art (and it is an art). While it may look simple, a fade is anything but, requiring precise scissor and trimmer work and a fair amount of judgment to perfect this layered look.
Beware of blows
Awards season can be a great place to pick a new hairstyle to try, but whatever you choose should be influenced by more than what Gos is rocking right now. When it comes to a fade, let your scalp play a part in the decision. If you have visible lumps or bumps in a certain area, keep that in mind when choosing which style works best for you.
be alert
Want to keep that expertly blended finish? So be prepared to visit your hairdresser regularly. "The tighter the haircut, the more regularly you'll need to trim it to keep it neat and clean," says Gore. Due to the growth rate of your hair, bleaching, especially bleaching with a lot of stress on the scalp, such as bald patches and high hairstyles, should be trimmed every two weeks.
Just look
of a manundermine separatelyIt was never intended to be someone else's Harvard clip, but the right haircuts can happen to the wrong people (just look back to the '90s). So that this does not happen to you, when in doubt, always show your barber a photo of the style you want as a reference.
10 hairstyles that look amazing with a fade
pompadour fades
Mid-century rock 'n' roll style meets modern barbering techniques in this retro-enhanced cut. Elvis on top and Drake on the back and sides thatPompadourThe fade keeps it lifted where it counts and blends seamlessly everywhere else.
high fade
Sometimes referred to as a cameo cut, the high fade was popularized by the early funk/hip-hop group of the same name.flat mouseFinishing and fading combo that harkens back to an era of boom boxes, b-boys, and basketball shoes.
Comb-Over-Fade
While some of the more daring hairstyles can be a bit shocking, thecombable fadeis one your grandmother might agree with. It features a chic preppy side parting on top and is served with a healthy dose of precise side and back fades.
Fading
It might sound like something made up by a marketing-savvy hairdresser striving to attract more clients, but thisstays disappearsit's anything but. This contemporary take on the classic tapers at the back of the head and leaves more length in the back.
false hawk fades
A classic case of "do what it says on the tin." EITHERfake hawkfade combines its two title elements to create a merge of the two. A lock of hair runs from the forehead to the back of the head in the middle of the head, gradually fading towards the ears.
temple fade
One of the lower fade variations. EITHERtemple fadeThe hair at the temples, behind the ears, and at the nape of the neck is blended into a very short length. His understated style makes him a solid accompaniment to everything from ateam cutto a plume
calvo
Bald isn't one of the words you'd use to describe your next haircut, but this one is the exception. EITHERfade baldit's any kind of fade that goes right down to the skin and creates a high-contrast look.
Burst-Fade
The burst fade offers a more subtle alternative to a faux hawk or even a faux hawk fade. Longer hair that runs down the middle of the head becomes wider, tapers towards the nape, and fades towards the sides of the head.
undercut fade
Worn by everyone from Becks to Brad Pitt, whoundercutfade has secured his place in the Hairdressing Hall of Fame. Features medium to long hair on top, combed back or loose, with a neat fade at the back and sides.
curly fade
A curly fade is any type of haircut.by the RIZADO. If you thought the wool man kicked him out of the club, think again.
