An Iconic Style
This haircut is a lot more flexible than you would first imagine and
suits many face shapes and hair types. It’s also popular with men of all
ages, although the variation and extremity of the cut needs to be taken
into consideration – the end result should complement not only your
personal style, but lifestyle and profession too.
The Classic Pompadour
If you want to keep your cut classic and refined, the back and sides still need to be clippered, but not so short that it exposes too much of the scalp.Ideally, the edges should be tapered really tight while maintaining some length throughout the haircut. Tapering around the edges not only strengthens the overall shape of the pompadour, but also makes facial hair appear thicker and bushier – perfect for men who maintain a short/long beard and want to emphasise their rugged/masculine appeal.
Choosing to keep more length through the sides will suit most face shapes, especially those with longer faces who need to maintain a balance between the top and sides.
For a more timeless aesthetic and a slightly squarer result, avoid taking the clippers beyond the curve of the head. Alternatively, if you’re feeling brave, get your stylist to take the sides higher to slightly disconnect the top and sides:
Celebrity Examples
Some major celebrities have sported this hairstyle over the last few years, with everyone from Bruno Mars to David Beckham choosing to style it in extremely different ways, depending on their look, personality and hair type.It just goes to prove how versatile a cut it really is:
