20 Pompadour Haircuts for Men: Classic, Faded and Textured

The pompadour is all about volume at the front, swept up and back. It started as a 1950s classic and is now worn with fades, undercuts and natural texture.

These 20 pompadour haircuts for men range from glossy classics to messy, textured and curly versions. Each one comes with a styling tip.

1. Classic Pompadour

The classic pompadour is glossy, high and swept back.

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Styling tip: Blow-dry upwards with a round brush and finish with pomade.

2. Undercut Pompadour

Short undercut sides make the volume on top stand out.

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Styling tip: Ask for a disconnected undercut.

3. Textured Pompadour

A textured finish looks modern and relaxed.

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Styling tip: Use matte clay instead of shiny pomade.

4. High-Fade Pompadour

A high fade adds sharp contrast.

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Styling tip: Touch up the fade every two to three weeks.

5. Low-Fade Pompadour

A low fade is subtler and office-friendly.

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Styling tip: Ask for the fade to start just above the ears.

6. Quiff-Pompadour Hybrid

A mix of quiff and pompadour is less formal.

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Styling tip: Push the front up and slightly forward.

7. Slicked-Back Pompadour

Slicking the sides back looks sleek.

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Styling tip: Use a water-based pomade.

8. Side-Part Pompadour

A side part adds structure.

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Styling tip: Ask for a hard part.

9. Short Pompadour

A short pompadour is low-maintenance.

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Styling tip: Keep 4–5 cm on top.

10. Long Pompadour

A longer pompadour has dramatic height.

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Styling tip: Use a pre-styler before blow-drying.

11. Tapered Pompadour

A taper softens the sides.

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Styling tip: Ask for a classic taper.

12. Faded Pompadour

A skin fade looks crisp and modern.

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Styling tip: Ask for a mid skin fade.

13. Pompadour with a Beard

A beard balances the height on top.

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Styling tip: Blend the fade into the beard.

14. Textured Pompadour with a Mid Fade

Texture and a mid fade are a popular combination.

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Styling tip: Rough-dry and add clay.

15. Pompadour with a Shaved Line

A shaved line adds detail.

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Styling tip: Keep the line thin and clean.

16. Curly Pompadour

Curls add natural volume.

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Styling tip: Use a curl cream and diffuse upwards.

17. Blonde Pompadour

Blonde shows off the shape and texture.

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Styling tip: Use purple shampoo to prevent brassiness.

18. Wavy Pompadour

Waves give the pompadour movement.

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Styling tip: Blow-dry gently to keep the waves.

19. Faux Hawk Pompadour

A faux hawk shape adds edge.

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Styling tip: Push the hair to the centre.

20. Messy Pompadour

A messy pompadour looks effortless.

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Styling tip: Tousle with fingers after styling.

How to Style a Pompadour

Start with damp hair

Apply a pre-styler or mousse.

Blow-dry up and back

Use a round brush to lift the front.

Finish with product

Pomade for shine, clay for matte.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does hair need to be for a pompadour?

At least 5–8 cm on top.

Pomade or clay for a pompadour?

Pomade gives a classic shine; clay gives a modern matte finish.

Does a pompadour suit round faces?

Yes. The height on top elongates a round face.

Final Thoughts

The pompadour is a confident, versatile style. Go classic and glossy or modern and textured.

For more ideas, see our side-part hairstyles, widow’s peak hairstyles and blonde hairstyles for men.