Rounded at the back of the head, with a clean nape. Short Hairstyles Compared from the Side and Back | 5 Style Examples

When getting a short haircut, the view from the back—which is hard to see on your own—is just as important as the front view. The photos that serve as good references differ slightly depending on whether you want to create a soft, voluminous look at the back of your head or a clean, sleek look at the nape of your neck. In this feature, we’ll compare before-and-after photos of short haircuts from the side and back, highlighting the placement of roundness and how the nape of the neck appears. Take a look and see if you can find an example that matches the silhouette you’re aiming for.