Fade Haircuts
Create a stronger transition through the sides and back. Your stylist plans the height and closeness around your reference photo, growth pattern and top length.
Men's Fades & Tapers • South Sacramento
Fade and Taper Haircuts in Sacramento
Choose the blend, top length and finish that fit how you want to wear your hair.
Silver Star Salon provides men's fade and taper haircuts in Sacramento. May Wong and Tammy Phang plan the transition through the sides and back around your current length, growth pattern, preferred top shape and the amount of contrast you want.
- Real fade and taper results
- Clipper and scissor planning
- Call-only appointments
Real Fade & Taper Results
See the transition from every angle.
These are real Silver Star clients—not stock photos. The gallery includes close fades, softer tapers, textured tops, classic scissor shapes and matching back angles so you can compare the finished blend before calling.
Swipe or use the arrows to see every result
Fade & Taper Options
Plan the sides around the top.
The best choice depends on how much contrast you want, how closely you want the lower section cut and how the sides should connect to your preferred length on top.
Taper Haircuts
Keep more weight through the sides while creating a cleaner transition around the sideburns, temples and neckline.
Top Shape & Connection
Pair the blend with a short, textured, swept-back or longer scissor-shaped top that works with your normal styling routine.
Fade Versus Taper
Start with the finish you want.
You do not need to know every haircut term before calling. A clear photo and a few practical preferences give your stylist a stronger starting point.
Choose a fade for more contrast
A fade removes more visible weight through the lower sides and back, creating a cleaner contrast with the hair above it.
Choose a taper for a softer transition
A taper concentrates the shortest transition around the edges while preserving more fullness through the sides.
Bring the angle that matters
Show the front, side or back detail you care about most and explain how much scalp you are comfortable showing.
Our Haircut Process
A clear plan before the first cut.
Your stylist confirms the desired contrast, top length and maintenance expectations before building the blend.
- 01
Reference and Goal
Show the result you want and identify what you like about its sides, back, top and overall finish.
- 02
Hair and Growth Assessment
Your stylist checks density, growth direction, current length, hairline and how the sides naturally sit.
- 03
Transition Planning
Agree on where the shorter area should sit and how much contrast should remain through the sides and back.
- 04
Blend and Top Connection
The clipper and scissor work is built to connect the transition with the selected top length and shape.
- 05
Finish and Maintenance
Your stylist finishes the haircut and explains when the blend is likely to need a refresh.
Fade & Taper Questions
What to decide before you call.
A reference photo is useful, but you can also describe how short, sharp or subtle you want the transition to look.
What is the difference between a fade and a taper?
A fade generally creates a stronger transition through more of the sides and back. A taper keeps more fullness and concentrates the shortest transition around areas such as the sideburns, temples and neckline.
How do I choose the right fade height?
The right height depends on your head shape, current length, desired contrast and how the sides should connect to the top. Bring a photo that shows the height you like so your stylist can discuss how it may translate to your hair.
Can a fade or taper be paired with a longer top?
Yes. The top can remain longer, textured, swept back or scissor-shaped. The important part is planning how that length connects to the transition through the sides.
Which option shows less scalp?
A softer taper often preserves more weight and shows less scalp than a close fade. The visible result still depends on your hair density, color, growth pattern and how short the lower section is cut.
Can I bring a reference photo?
Yes. Clear side and back photos help show the transition, neckline and amount of contrast you want. Explain which details you like instead of relying only on the haircut name.
How often should a fade or taper be refreshed?
Shorter, higher-contrast blends usually show new growth sooner than softer tapers. Your preferred sharpness and natural growth rate determine when the haircut begins to feel ready for a refresh.
How much does a fade or taper haircut cost?
Call Silver Star Salon at (916) 383-2570 for current haircut pricing and to describe the length and result you want.
Where is Silver Star Salon located?
Silver Star Salon is at 8275 Florin Road, Suite 190, Sacramento, California 95828. Call before visiting to confirm availability.
Call Silver Star Salon
Ready to plan your fade or taper?
Tell us your current length, the amount of contrast you want and whether you have a reference photo.
