Fade haircuts in Alpharetta
Every fade is $30, whatever the height or style. A fade haircut for men and boys, on Old Milton Parkway two minutes off GA‑400. Walk in, or book your barber and pick a time.
4.7 from 1,017 Google reviews
- Open 7 daysSunday 10 to 5
- Walk-ins welcomeOr book ahead online
- Cards and contactlessFree parking at the door
Which fade are you after?
Not sure what to ask for? Tap a style to see where the fade starts on the head, a cut from our chairs where we have a photo, and the words to say when you sit down. Every one is $30.
Low taper fade
Where it startsAt the sideburns and the neckline, nowhere else
The hair comes down to skin just around the ears and at the back of the neck, and everything above keeps its length. There is no hard line, so it grows out softly. It suits a textured fringe, curls or a longer top.
Tell your barber“Low taper fade, skin at the sideburns and neckline, leave the length on top.”
Taper fade
Where it startsAround the ears and down the back of the neck
A taper fade haircut shortens the hair gradually at the edges and stops before bare skin, so it looks neat, not shaved. It is the quiet choice and easy to wear to the office.
Tell your barber“Taper on the sides and back, no skin, clean up the neckline.”
Low fade
Where it startsJust above the top of the ear
The fade starts about level with the top of the ear and follows the hairline around the back. You get the contrast of a fade and keep more hair on the sides than a mid or high fade leaves.
Tell your barber“Low fade, starting just above the ear, down to skin. (Say a number one or a half guard if you’d rather not see skin.)”
Mid fade
Where it startsHalfway up the side, around the temple
The middle ground, and a good first fade. It starts around the temple and blends down. It works with a quiff, a brush-back or a textured top.
Tell your barber“Mid fade from the temple, blended into the top.”
High fade
Where it startsUp where the side of the head turns into the top
The fade climbs almost to the corner of the head, so very little length is left on the sides. It has the most contrast of the three heights and suits a short crop.
Tell your barber“High fade, taken up to the corners, skin at the bottom.”
Skin fade (bald fade)
Where it startsAny height, taken down to bare skin
A fade becomes a skin fade when the bottom goes to bare skin instead of a short guard. Skin fade and bald fade are two names for the same cut. It looks sharpest fresh from the chair and is the first to soften as it grows.
Tell your barber“Mid skin fade, bare skin at the bottom.”
Burst fade
Where it startsIn a half circle around the ear
A burst fade haircut curves around the ear and leaves length at the back of the neck, so the hair seems to burst out from behind the ear. It is made for curls, a mohawk or a frohawk.
Tell your barber“Burst fade around the ear, keep the length at the back.”
Drop fade
Where it startsHigher at the temple, dropping behind the ear
The fade line starts up at the temple, then drops down behind the ear toward the nape, following the curve of the head. It’s a softer shape than a straight line across and suits most lengths on top.
Tell your barber“Drop fade, curving down behind the ear.”
Temp fade (temple fade)
Where it startsAt the temples and around the neckline
A small fade at the temples and the back of the neck, usually finished with a sharp line-up. You’ll also hear it called a temple fade or a Brooklyn fade. Pick it for clean edges that leave the sides alone.
Tell your barber“Temp fade with a line-up at the front.”
Fades from our chairs
Real customers, photographed in the shop. There are more in the gallery.
What people say about their fade
Copied from Google word for word.
4.7 from 1,017 reviews
Walked in without an appointment and got seated pretty quickly. My barber listened to exactly what I wanted and delivered an amazing fade. Great attention to detail and fair prices. Highly recommend!
Pratap BAugust 2026
Gus did a great mid fade and haircuts, very efficient and clean cut! Thanks!
Sean ChokshiAugust 2026
I’ve tried many barbershops in Fulton area since 2013. None of them know how to give you a proper fade! None! Until I found this place. Ask for Zee, Gus, or Farzan best barbers in north Atlanta.
Ryan RanjbarFebruary 2024
Finish it with a line-up
Clean edges make a fade look finished. Add any of these in the same visit.
- Beard line-up, razorStraight razor finish$25
- Clipper Beard TrimQuick tidy between cuts$12
- Classic hot shaveHot towel, warm lather, straight razor$30
- Men’s hair colourGrey blending or full colour$30
- Men’s haircutNo fade, cut, wash and finish$25
- Kids’ haircutFor the younger ones$20
Fade questions
What people ask at the counter. If yours isn’t here, call (770) 417-8090.
How much is a fade at Milton Salon?
$30, whichever fade you ask for: low, mid, high, skin, taper, burst or drop. A men’s haircut without a fade is $25 and a kids’ haircut is $20. A higher fade or a skin fade costs the same. Every price is listed.
What’s the difference between a fade and a taper?
A taper only shortens the hair at the sideburns and the back of the neck, and usually stops before bare skin. A fade goes further up the sides and blends down to very short hair or skin. A low taper fade sits between the two: a taper’s footprint, taken down to skin. Both are $30 here.
How do I ask my barber for a fade?
Say where it should start (low, mid or high), how short the bottom goes (skin, or a guard number), and what you want on top. A photo helps more than anything. Each style above has a line you can read out.
Should I get a low or a mid fade?
A low fade keeps more hair around the ears and is the easier one to wear to work. A mid fade has more contrast and suits a shorter top or a quiff. If you are not sure, start low. Your barber can take it higher next time.
How long does a fade stay sharp?
A skin fade softens first, because regrowth shows fastest against bare skin. Tapers and low fades grow out more gently. A Clipper Beard Trim is $12 if you also want to tidy your beard.
Can I walk in for a fade?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome every day, and we are open Sunday 10 to 5. Appointments are recommended, so if you want a particular barber or a set time, Book now first.
Do you cut fades for kids?
Yes. Fades for boys are cut here too. The $25 Kid’s Cut does not include fades. A Fade Haircut is $30, and you can see our work in the gallery.
Where can I get a fade haircut near me in Alpharetta?
Milton Salon, at 3710 Old Milton Pkwy Ste 104, Alpharetta, GA 30005, in the Old Milton Festival plaza. It is two minutes off GA‑400 at Exit 10, with free parking at the door.
How do I pay?
Credit card, debit card or a contactless phone payment.
Where to find us
Shop hours
- Monday10 AM – 7 PM
- Tuesday10 AM – 7 PM
- Wednesday10 AM – 7 PM
- Thursday10 AM – 7 PM
- Friday9:30 AM – 7 PM
- Saturday9:30 AM – 6 PM
- Sunday10 AM – 5 PM
Walk-ins welcome every day, Sunday included
- 3710 Old Milton Pkwy Ste 104, Alpharetta, GA 30005, in the Old Milton Festival plaza
- Two minutes off GA‑400 at Exit 10, with free parking at the door
- Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking and restroom
- Credit cards, debit cards and contactless mobile payments
Book your fade
Choose your barber and a time, and your chair is ready when you walk in. Or turn up any day, Sunday included.