sfumatura conica
The English phrase "taper fade" is translated into Italian as sfumatura conica.
sfumatura refers to a fade or shading, which is typically achieved using clippers. A taper fade describes a specific style where the hair length gradually decreases from the top down toward the sideburns and the neckline.
Did you know?
- Because sfumatura comes from the concept of 'blurring' or 'shading', it is the same word used in Italian art history to describe the 'sfumato' technique used by Leonardo da Vinci.
- The word sfumatura is used broadly in Italian to describe not just hair, but any subtle transition of color, light or even a nuance in a person's tone of voice.
- While sfumatura conica is the technical term, many Italians simply ask for a sfumatura or degradé when visiting a barber.
Examples in context
- Vorrei una sfumatura progressiva, per favore.I would like a taper fade, please.
- Potrebbe crearmi una sfumatura progressiva?Could you give me a taper fade?
- Mi piacerebbe un taglio con sfumatura progressiva leggera.I'd like a haircut with a light taper fade.
- Vorrei un taglio sfumato ai lati.I would like a faded haircut on the sides.
- Mi fai una sfumatura ai lati, per favore?Could you give me a fade on the sides, please?
- Fammi un taglio con sfumatura leggera.Give me a haircut with a light fade.
Example conversation
Giulia is talking to Lorenzo about his new haircut.
- GiuliaLorenzo, hai cambiato taglio di capelli?Lorenzo, did you change your haircut?
- LorenzoSì, ho chiesto una sfumatura conica.Yes, I asked for a taper fade.
- GiuliaTi sta molto bene, è molto moderno.It looks great on you, it's very modern.
- LorenzoGrazie, sono molto soddisfatto del risultato.Thanks, I am very satisfied with the result.
