Most men have heard of – or tried – a fade haircut. It’s versatile, stylish, and looks slick, and, with a little maintenance at the barbershop, it’s easy to keep it looking great. The best thing about fades is the variety. With different versions of the fade to suit every look, you never have to get a cookie-cutter haircut again. Here’s a quick rundown of the different types so you can choose one that works best for you.

The low fade. Beginning at the skin surface low on your head, a low fade tapers up into the longer, styled hair on your crown. It’s less stark than other fades that show more skin, but looking neat and clean, it’s great for both the office and a night at the club. The low fade looks great with a beard – be sure to keep it well-groomed to match the fade’s style.

The mid-fade. This style starts above your ears, mid-way up your scalp, with skin at the bottom fading up to longer, styled hair on top. It’s easier to notice than the low fade, but not as obvious and extreme as a high fade. The mid-fade is very popular, and it looks great with a longer beard or longer styling on top.

The high fade. A very bold and noticeable style, the high fade shows scalp on much of the sides and back of your head. Because it starts so high, it works best with very short hair on top, although there are variants. With less real estate to transition from skin to hair, it’s usually a starker fade.

The taper fade. With almost no scalp exposed, the taper fade looks neat and natural. The fade starts low on the neck and tapers into styled hair at the top. The taper is a great option for someone who wants a fade with a more natural look.

The scissor fade. More a technique than a style, your barber uses scissors instead of clippers to shape a fade to fit your head shape. It’s natural looking like the taper, with very little, if any, scalp showing.

When choosing a fade style, you’ll need to consider your head shape, and whether you have any natural bumps that you want to hide. Fade haircuts do require some upkeep, especially the higher styles that show more scalp. Your barber knows your head well and can advise the best type of fade that will work for you, as well as how often you’ll need a touch-up to keep things looking neat.

Due for a new style? Make an appointment today at The Ultimate Barber. Our professional barbers will keep you looking sharp – for work and for play. Find us at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, call 571-483-0032, or book an appointment online. To manage appointments conveniently on our mobile device, download our free Ultimate Barber mobile app on iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon.

Most men have heard of – or tried – a fade haircut. It’s versatile, stylish, and looks slick, and, with a little maintenance at the barbershop, it’s easy to keep it looking great. The best thing about fades is the variety. With different versions of the fade to suit every look, you never have to get a cookie-cutter haircut again. Here’s a quick rundown of the different types so you can choose one that works best for you.

The low fade. Beginning at the skin surface low on your head, a low fade tapers up into the longer, styled hair on your crown. It’s less stark than other fades that show more skin, but looking neat and clean, it’s great for both the office and a night at the club. The low fade looks great with a beard – be sure to keep it well-groomed to match the fade’s style.

The mid-fade. This style starts above your ears, mid-way up your scalp, with skin at the bottom fading up to longer, styled hair on top. It’s easier to notice than the low fade, but not as obvious and extreme as a high fade. The mid-fade is very popular, and it looks great with a longer beard or longer styling on top.

The high fade. A very bold and noticeable style, the high fade shows scalp on much of the sides and back of your head. Because it starts so high, it works best with very short hair on top, although there are variants. With less real estate to transition from skin to hair, it’s usually a starker fade.

The taper fade. With almost no scalp exposed, the taper fade looks neat and natural. The fade starts low on the neck and tapers into styled hair at the top. The taper is a great option for someone who wants a fade with a more natural look.

The scissor fade. More a technique than a style, your barber uses scissors instead of clippers to shape a fade to fit your head shape. It’s natural looking like the taper, with very little, if any, scalp showing.

When choosing a fade style, you’ll need to consider your head shape, and whether you have any natural bumps that you want to hide. Fade haircuts do require some upkeep, especially the higher styles that show more scalp. Your barber knows your head well and can advise the best type of fade that will work for you, as well as how often you’ll need a touch-up to keep things looking neat. Due for a new style? Make an appointment today at The Ultimate Barber. Our professional barbers will keep you looking sharp – for work and for play. Find us at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway in Alexandria, call 571-483-0032, or book an appointment online. To manage appointments conveniently on our mobile device, download our free Ultimate Barber mobile app on iTunes,  Google Play, or Amazon.