The strong vintage feel that only a pompadour can have is making a confident comeback. The look is achieved by creating extremely high volume on top with super short sides. The contrast in length adds interest, intrigue, and tons of drama. Not for the faint of heart, this haircut is for guys wanting to stand out from the crowd. It’s a great look for young men who want to look dapper and cool.

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Modern Pompadour Hairstyles

To style a chic pompadour you need long hair on top, that’s why a long top short sides cut or a taper with elongated top section or even a fade with a longer top can work as a pompadour haircut. Volume is crucial in pompadours – the higher the better. As for texture, you can either go for straight high shine back-swept strands or polished waves and even some curl. Pompadour is not about mess, it’s a well-groomed dandy look.

#1: Curled Pompadour Haircut

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We are in awe about this modern pompadour and how it incorporates so many textured elements. The groomed beard, buzzed sides, and straight-plus-curly lengths on top all work together to create this fabulous look.

#2: Ready to Rock Pompadour

Add a beard to this pompadour hairstyle and you’ve got a totally hipster vibe. Take note that the beard is very well groomed and not shaggy or sloppy. This type of haircut is refined and polished, so if you want to pair it with facial hair, it has to be done neatly. We think this guy pulls it off perfectly!

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#3: Slicked Back Pompadour

Check out this super thick and silky pompadour hairstyle that just rolls up and back into place. The lengths on top are edged out with a crisp border to separate it from the side. What a fun and trendy detail!

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#4: On-the-Edge Pompadour

The barbering skills it takes to create this zero fade are amazing! The hair is cut so short even in the longest area on the sides that it creates an awesome ombre effect. A straight line is cut into the sides as a border separating the top from the sides. The pompadour hair on top is styled perfectly with lots of straight up volume pushed back effortlessly.