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Nape

The nape is the back of the neck at the base of the hairline. Its length and tapering affect how a shag sits, and a short shag often has a tapered nape that looks clean but shows growth quickly. Cowlicks or growth patterns at the nape are more visible in shorter versions. When growing a shag out, the nape often needs occasional tidying to keep the shape neat. See also: Tapering, Perimeter, Grow-out, and the guide Short, Medium and Long Shag Haircuts: Choosing Your Length.