

"The style of facial hair that men have and how their facial hair will go with a certain fade makes up about 50 percent of their consideration when it comes to fades," Mealey said. Have a beard? The low fade blends into facial hair seamlessly. Low Fadeįor a more rugged look, the low fade starts low on the head, creating more texture on the side. It keeps the cut lasting longer and it helps with smoothing the face."Īccording to Mealey (and Instagram), tighter sides and a longer top are all the rage right now, and the look is flattering and easy to maintain for men with a variety of hair types. "So, they're going with tighter fades, and the fade is starting a lot higher up on the side of the head. "One of the biggest complaints that men have, especially as it's starting to transition and grey, is that it starts to stick out, it starts to get puffy," Mealey said. It's also a great fade for men whose hair is starting to change. This look is great for putting emphasis on the top of your style.

The high fade leaves more fullness higher on the head and blends to tightly clippered sides, creating a dramatic look. Today's trends: The high fade and the low fade. Need a little hairspiration? We talked with Great Clips Design Team Master and stylist Michael Mealey and got some tips and tricks to help you find the perfect fade. With so many different types of hair fades available, you’re guaranteed to find a look that fits your hair type, face shape and personal style. Guys, are you looking for a timeless look that’ll never FADE? (See what we did there?)įade cuts are stylish, versatile and flattering.
