Who knew a random hostel prank could spark a full-blown business empire? At just 26, Harith, founder of Fades Parlour Barbershop, is redefining what it means to chase dreams and fades in Cyberjaya’s grooming scene.
From “Bro, Can You Cut Hair?” to Barber Boss
It all started with a joke. Back in his uni hostel, Harith’s friend asked if he knew how to cut hair. He didn’t but said yes anyway. That night, YouTube became his teacher. One tutorial led to another, and by the next day, Harith had given his first-ever haircut. “It wasn’t perfect,” he laughs, “but it was the start of everything.”
Fast-forward a few years: the Serdang native juggled classes and clippers at Joe’s Barbershop Cyberjaya, mastering his craft one fade at a time. After cutting at five different shops, he decided to build his own. No investors. No fancy pitch decks. Just skill, grit, and pure Malaysian hustle.
Fades Parlour Barbershop: Local Cuts, Global Vibes
Tucked beside the University of Cyberjaya, Fades Parlour Barbershop isn’t your average barbershop; it’s where style meets story. Think sharp corporate fades for professionals, trendy long cuts for techies, and chill vibes for students just looking to freshen up.
What sets it apart? All-local barbers, all-local energy.
“In Cyberjaya, a lot of barbershops are foreign-run,” Harith says. “We wanted to create a space for locals, by locals.”
Every barber on his team is a friend or ex-colleague handpicked for skill and attitude. That connection shows. Whether it’s a casual chat about life or a clean fade before a big meeting, clients feel at home.
🔥 Going Viral, One Fade at a Time
Scroll through @fadesparlour on TikTok or Instagram, and you’ll see why the shop’s buzzing. The videos aren’t just haircuts they’re confidence transformations. The clean fades, crisp edges, and cool tunes have turned Harith’s chair into a social media hotspot.
Marketing budgets? Not yet. Organic growth? All day. Word-of-mouth is doing the heavy lifting and the crowd keeps growing.
🚀 The Fade Future
From a single clipper in a hostel room to a booming barbershop in Cyberjaya, Harith’s journey proves one thing: big dreams don’t need big starts. You just need courage to begin.
His goal? To grow Fades Parlour Barbershop into a brand known across Malaysia a hub for next-gen barbers and confident style-seekers.
So, if you’re hunting for a fresh fade or some local inspo, swing by Fades Parlour Barbershop, Cyberjaya. Step in for the cut, stay for the vibe and maybe walk out ready to start your own story.
