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Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts

Not all short hairstyles are inspired by breakups and misfortunes, sometimes a girl just wants to have fun! Channel these chic celebs when deciding on your next pixie cut. Bonus: For extra style, grow it out a little and spike it up.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Short Measures

We all noticed when Niecy Nash posted a pic of her on-trend pixie ‘do. 

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Beyoncé’s Best

It’s simple. Beyoncé is our short-hair superwoman.

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Spiky Style
Originally made popular by Halle Berry and Toni Braxton in the early Nineties, this boyish crop has suddenly become hotter than ever! Nicole Ari Parker does it best.
Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Tousled Tresses

One of the originators of the pixie cut, Halle Berry rocked a sultry, tousled crop.

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Short n Sweet

Nia Long displayed her pixie sleek on the sides and spiked on top. We love the juxtaposition between her hyper-feminine decolletage and her boyish cut!

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Going Platinum

Mary J. Blige strikes a vampy pose with her platinum-streaked, piece-y pixie.

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Buzz Worthy

With her buzzed, one-inch long cut, Eva Marcille showcases her flawless features and lovely neck.

Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Dynamic Duo

Eddie Murphy’s gorgeous teen daughter, Bria Murphy, and her mom, Nicole Murphy, have both rocked pixie cuts in varying lengths. Here, Bria sports a long, asymmetric bang, and Nicole keeps her naturally curly style shorter, with a chic side part.

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Close Call
LA Reid’s stunning wife Erica Reid rocked a closely-cropped, naturally wavy style that drew attention to her flawless cheekbones.
Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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Sexy Time
Malinda Williams sexily mussed style manages to be both edgy and wildly feminine.
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Miss Janet if You’re Nasty
Janet Jackson’s short cut gave her look a fresh, modern update! Gorgeous!
Celeb Looks: The Best Pixie Cuts
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