Few hairstyles have stood the test of time and transcended trends like the fade haircut in the Black community. Its origins reach back to the 1940s and 50s within U.S. military culture, but the style truly flourished in the Black community during the vibrant golden age of hip hop in the 80s and 90s. This sleek, yet rugged haircut, known for its seamless transition from thick hair to a bare minimum, became an emblem of style and individuality.
Today, the fade haircut is not merely a trend, but a lasting symbol of Black men’s grooming, elegance, and flair. It’s graced the heads of celebrities across all arenas – sports, music, and film. Icons like LeBron James, Drake, and Michael B. Jordan have proudly sported variations of this timeless cut.
This compilation of 30+ fade haircuts for Black men is a tribute to the enduring power of this style. It showcases the diversity and adaptability of the fade, allowing Black men to define and express their unique identity. From low and mid to high and temple fades, we’ve curated a range of styles to inspire and guide your next barbershop visit. So, sit back, browse through, and embrace the enduring beauty of the fade haircut.
1. High Fade Haircut
As a rule of thumb, the higher the fade, the more definition you want to achieve. A rapid drop fade haircut in which the fade starts on forehead and gradually tapers off is great for you if you want a dramatic look.
2. Silver Fading Curly Hair with Cross Design
If you find it difficult to shape your curly hair, how about a shaded haircut? Two other reasons that make this hairstyle great are the light gray hair dye and the cross on the side. It’s sure to make a great contast with your skin tone!
3. Low Fade Haircut with a Shaved Side Part
This is an example of a fade that provides an illusion. The design truly fades into invisibility towards the ear line. Let your small curls shine on top of your hair and razor a horizontal line to separate your fade side.
4. Clean Cut Low Fade
Low fade haircut above is a great option because natural hair lies flat when cropped close and that gives a super clean look on the sides. It starts to taper somewhere near the eyebrow, not higher up on the head. The carved line gives it something extra, without being over the top.
5. Clean High Fade
To make your hairstyle look bold and contrasty, it is hard to think of a better option than a high fade haircut. If you want to create a gorgeous silhouette and look taller, go for a high top fade.
6. Curly Fade Hair with Flame Razor Design
Wanna have a unique and striking visual impact in your hair? You can easily achieve it by having your nape cut and drawn flame design. With your big curls hanging down from your back of hair will match with the unique design.
7. Natural Short Fade Haircut
Here is a timeless hairstyle that offers a clean and polished look for any man! This fresh haircut creates a smooth transition because the sides are not shaved dramatically. If you want a slight faded hairstyle and not to spend a lot of time styling your hair, this is for you.
8. Long Curly and Natural Fade Haircut
A fade haircut is better than shaving the sides and adds a different dimension. You don’t necessarily have to leave your top hair short in this hairstyle, so get ready to stand out with your long tapered curls.
9. Short Fade Haircut
If you want to use a hair comfortably and look stylish, this hair is for you. The shading part of the hair starts quite high, so there is no intense effect. Give it a shot.
10. Fade Hairstyle with Razor Wave Designs
Here is another creative cut. Add a simple wavy line to the side of the head and bring in more dimension and style into your look. This is easy to get at the barber’s, and if you end up not like it, it will grow in no time.
11. Fade Side Haircut
Not all the fade haircuts have to be the same. If you want to try something new, leave the back of your hair and just shave the sides. In this way, you will look like you belong to 80s.
12. Gorgeous Fade Haircut
For your brown curls, there is no better haircut than a fade one. Get this haircut to look masculine and add some dark blonde highlights on some parts of your hair to look awesome.
13. Skin Fade with Curly Top
This awesome hairstyle has twisted hair on top with a fade that goes down towards the back of the neck. The straight line separates the curly and shaved parts, making them stand out. These features make the regular Mohawk fade look unique and cool.
14. Taper Fade Haircut
A taper fade haircut looks smoother compared to a regular fade. The change in hair length happens gradually, so it doesn’t look too sharp. If you want to make it more stylish, you can keep longer hair on top. This hairstyle works well for men of all lifestyles.
15. Bald Fade Haircut with Curly Blonde Ends
Have your backs and sides shaved and cut with fade haircut to shine. Plus, if you let your big curls be on top and have some strands of them dyed blonde, you are ready to be like a rock star!
16. Fade Hairstyle with Braids
Especially in hot summers, it may be quite hard to have a long braided hair. That’s why, have your sides shaved and have your top braided. You are sure to get a lot of compliments!
17. Fade Side Haircut with Long Hair
Sometimes styling the long hair might be frustrating but it is easy to achieve a cool look. For your long curly hair, shave your sides and give a fading effect. Go for it!
18. Short Fade Haircut
Get ready to look amazing! The fade haircut will give your hair a gradual fade effect. In the hairstyle above, the top is also shortened but it looks great.
19. Fauxhawk with Tapper Fade
Looking for a hairstyle that’s perfect for a pop star? This trendy haircut takes the classic fade to a whole new level with its natural kinks. To achieve this look, all you need is a moisturizing or texturizing cream specifically formulated for textured hair. After each wash, twist your hair using the cream for that extra flair.
20. Short Black Mohawk with Fade
Looking to take your creativity to a different level with a temple fade? Take it a step further by leaving the longer hair to the nape, resulting in a stunning mohawk effect. This incredible style is remarkably simple to achieve, especially if your hair is of a short-to-medium length.
21. Bright Two-Toned Mohawk with Fade
Hair dye isn’t commonly seen in black men’s hairstyles. However, have you ever wondered why? Warm shades such as copper, red, and gold complement dark skin tones in a great way. Naturally, not all haircuts go well with vibrant hair colors, but a mohawk fade is definitely a reliable and stylish option.
22. Fade Haircut with Fun Lines
In this hairstyle, the fade effect is not so sharp and it looks amazing. The heartbeat design which is shaved on the side looks like a heart rate monitor, while the wing lines create wing-like shapes on the sides of the head.
23. Cool Fade Hairstyle
If you want to get a hairstyle that will make people think that you are a true pop star, this haircut is for you. Wavy hair on top and shaved hair on the back and sides are super cool. What makes it unique is the added carved line.
24. Classic Fade Haircut
Go for this gradual transition from longer hair on top to shorter hair on the sides and back to stand out from the crowd. It’s a stylish and low-maintenance option for black men seeking a sharp and polished appearance.
25. Fade Hairstyle with Dreadlocks
Fade haircuts have never been this cool! The upper part of this hair, the sides of which were shaved gradually, was first divided into three parts and braided, and the outer parts were dyed blonde and applied dreadlocks. It’s a crazy hairstyle, right?
26. Curly Top and Fade on the Sides
Try a fade haircut if you want a neat appearance that highlights your thick curly hair on the upper part. This style brings out the beauty of your natural curls within a well-defined shape, with sharp edges.
27. Curly Fade with Lines
This hairstyle called a curly fade is like a haircut that starts short on the side and back of the head and gradually gets longer. It’s a good choice for people who want to try bleaching their hair and adding line ups.
28. Fade Haircut with Long Top
This hairstyle offers versatility and a modern aesthetic that is well-suited for black men’s hair texture. The longer top look amazing with the faded part below. Give it a shot.
29. Thick Fading Hair with Wave Razor Design
The wave razor design elevates this hairstyle by adding detailed wave patterns to the faded parts of the hair. It’s done with a razor tool, creating a cool contrast between the smooth fade and the intricate wave patterns.
30. Line Up Fade Haircut
Here is a popular hairstyle that involves a clean and sharp hairline, creating a defined outline. The hair is highly tapered and blended from shorter lengths at the sides and back to a bit longer lengths on top, creating a fade effect.
31. Fade Haircut Style on Curly Hair
A slight fade haircut above involves gradually tapering the hair length from the sides and back towards the top, creating a subtle contrast. Let your curls shine with this hairstyle.
32. Neat Fade Haircut
It’s easy to take control of your curly hair and look stylish! This haircut, which fades from your eyebrow line down to the ear, looks great. It’s easy to style as the curls are also shortened.
33. Silver Hair with Fading Style
If you are someone who want to embrace a modern and unconventional hair color, this one is for you. Have your hair dyed in light gray and look amazing with a fade haircut.
Celebrating the individuality and style inherent in every Black man, this collection of 30+ fade haircuts offers an eclectic mix to suit every style and preference. From high fades that make a bold statement, to low fades that offer a subtler transition, each cut serves as a testament to the enduring allure of this timeless style. As you explore these hairstyles, we hope you find the inspiration you’re looking for, and remember – a fade is more than just a haircut; it’s a powerful statement of personal style and identity.
