Funny thing about the taper fade… people in Rotterdam keep asking for it, and honestly, it never really went away. You see trends bounce around: mullets making a weird comeback, buzzcuts having their five minutes, but the taper? Nah, it’s been steady the whole time. And it makes sense, right? It just works. Doesn’t matter who you are, it’s clean, it’s flexible, and you can flip it between old-school and modern without breaking a sweat.

So what even is a taper fade?

Okay, imagine the skin fade, but chill. Instead of shaving the sides completely down, the taper eases into it. The hair shortens gradually around the sideburns and neckline. Smooth, subtle. You end up looking fresh and sharp but not like you spent three hours asking your barber for “the Instagram cut.”

Short hair, long hair? doesn’t matter

That’s the beauty. The taper doesn’t really care what’s happening on top.

  • Short hair? Edges get sharper, you look instantly fresher, like you actually slept enough last night.
  • Longer hair, curls, whatever? The taper balances it all out so you don’t end up looking like a cartoon mushroom. (Yeah, we’ve all seen that guy walking down the street.)

Classic, modern… your call

The versatility is what makes this cut a keeper. You can spin it any way you want.

Classic vibes:
– Side part if you’re feeling clean.
– Slick it back like grandad used to.
– Or go full pompadour if you want that throwback flair.
The taper keeps it neat without looking like you’re trying too hard.

Modern look:
– Messy textured top.
– Natural curls left loose.
– Or a crisp line-up if you like edges razor sharp.
The fade adds just enough detail so people actually notice.

Why everyone keeps coming back for it

  • Honestly, it never goes out of style. Check old pics, it still looks solid.
  • Works on basically every face shape seriously, try to find someone it doesn’t suit.
  • Walks the line perfectly: sharp, but still natural.
  • And it just… fits. At the office, in the gym, a night out in Rotterdam, even standing at a wedding next to your uncle in a tux.

👉 Wondering how it’d look on you? Swing by QS Barbershop Rotterdam. We’ll check your hair, your style, your vibe, and sort you out with a taper fade that’s actually yours, not just a copy-paste.