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The Curly High Top Fade: An Iconic Texture Showcase

Embrace natural volume. This is the definitive guide to the curly high top fade, a modern twist on an iconic, golden-era silhouette.

The Curly High Top Fade: An Iconic Texture Showcase

What.

A modern spin on a cultural icon. The curly high-top fade takes the legendary silhouette and unleashes the power of natural curls. This guide provides the protocol for maintaining defined coils on top while keeping the sides surgically sharp.

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Did you know?

This is a modern reinterpretation of the classic hi-top fade from the 90s. As the natural hair movement of the 2010s encouraged men to embrace their natural curl patterns, barbers began fusing modern natural styles with classic cuts. The curly hi-top was born, swapping the rigid, sculpted top for a softer, more textured celebration of curls.

KEY BENEFITS
OF HAIRSTYLE

ADVICE

Showcase Your Natural Curls.
A Legendary Profile.
Highlights a Sharp Fade.
A Bold, Confident Shape.
A Fun, Youthful Style.

GALLERY

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How to ask your barber for this hairstyle

TIPS

You need a barber who is skilled with both fades and curly hair.
Ask your barber for a "curly hi-top fade."
Bring a Photo: This is the most important step. A picture will clearly show that you want to keep your curls defined on top and not have them cut into a flat top.
Discuss the Shape: Talk with your barber about how to shape the curls to best complement your face shape.
You'll also specify the type of fade for the sides (e.g., a high skin fade, a mid-taper fade).