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The Tapered Blonde Pompadour for Short Natural Hair

The tapered pompadour is a chic, powerful updo for short natural hair. It combines the height of a pompadour with the sharpness of a tapered cut for a modern, edgy look.

A sophisticated Black woman with her short, natural hair styled into a high-volume tapered pompadour updo.
Discover the chic and powerful tapered pompadour for short natural hair. A stylish, modern, and low-maintenance way to rock a short haircut with volume.
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Did you know?

The pompadour was originally a women's hairstyle in the 18th century, made famous by Madame de Pompadour. It was later adopted as an iconic men's rock-and-roll hairstyle.

KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE

Benefits
  1. An elegant updo for short hair


  2. Creates impressive volume on top


  3. A chic and powerful statement


  4. Highlights your face and neck


  5. A great low-manipulation style

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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle 

Tips

"I have a tapered cut, but I'd like it styled into a pompadour for my event. I want the top brushed up and back with a lot of volume."

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Question & Answer

Is a pompadour hard to maintain?

A pompadour on short, natural hair is very low maintenance. Once styled in the morning, it generally holds its shape all day with a good pomade.

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