Interactive style guide
Find a fade that fits your preferences
This is a style recommendation, not a biometric diagnosis. A barber can adapt it to your density, growth pattern and head shape.
Suggested starting point
How to Choose Fade Placement
A reference photo and a conversation with your barber can help you choose a fade. Face shape is one visual consideration alongside your preferred silhouette, hair density, growth pattern and styling routine. It does not determine one correct fade height.
There is no required fade for a square, round, oval or diamond face shape. If you prefer a softer transition, discuss a shadow finish and retaining more side weight. If you prefer a stronger contrast, show your barber a reference for that effect.
Matching Hair Texture to Burst and Mid Tapers
Hair texture and growth direction influence how a cut sits. Straight hair may need careful blending where the short sides meet the longer top, but a mid taper or a particular thinning technique is not mandatory. Ask your barber how much weight to retain for your density and desired shape.
Wavy, curly and coily hair can work with several fade placements. A burst fade curves around the ear; it is an option rather than an ideal prescribed by texture. Discuss curl shrinkage, density and the length you want to retain through the top and back.
Use the calculator result as a preference-based starting point. Take a front, side and rear reference to your barber and agree on placement, the shortest finish, retained length and maintenance. Terminology varies between shops, and the tool cannot guarantee a particular result.