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Home · Hair

Sheer Genius: 30 Fierce Haircuts and the Stylists Who Create Them

Meet 10 talented hairstylists from The Cut Life Directory who are known for creating fierce, fabulous cuts.
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 27, 2020
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Meet Pekela “PK” Riley

Has been a stylist for: 15 years
Salon: Salon^PK
Location: 3733 Southside Blvd. #10 Jacksonville, FL
Contact: 904-636-0787
Website: www.salonpk.com

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Pekela’s Work

Follow Pekela on Instagram! @pekelariley

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Pekela’s Work

“I love hairstyling because to share creativity with others is as vulnerable and equivalent to sharing love with others.”

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Pekela’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Pekela’s signature cuts.

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Meet Kisha Larie Jefferson

Has been a stylist for: 16 years
Salon: Modish Hair Studio
Location: 2155 Cunningham Dr. Ste B, Hampton, VA 23666
Contact: 757-224-6622
Website: www.styleseat.com/KishaLarie

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Kisha’s Work

Follow Kisha on Instagram! @MsKLarie

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Kisha’s Work

“The best part of being a hairstylist is making women feel good about themselves by giving them a customized look!”

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Kisha’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Kisha’s signature cuts.

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Meet Evie Johnson

Has been a stylist for: 23 years
Salon: E&E Hair Solutions
Location: 10228 Lake Arbor Way, Bowie, MD 20721
Contact: 301-333-9072
Website: www.eviejohnson.com

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Evie’s Work

Follow Evie on Instagram! @contactevie

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Evie’s Work

“I love being a hairstylist because I have been graced with the gift of creating hairstyles that reflect and complement the essence of every amazing, smart, and talented woman that graces my chair.”

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Evie’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Evie’s signature cuts.

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Meet Larry Sims

Has been a stylist for: 7 years ago
Website: www.larry-sims.com

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Larry’s Work

Follow Larry on Instagram! @larryjarahsims

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Larry’s Work

“I LOVE being able to transform & inspire through my hands by way of hair,” says Larry about his work as a stylist.

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Larry’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Larry’s signature cuts.

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Meet Derickus Crawford

Has been a stylist for: 20 years
Salon: Hera By Him
Location: 5309 E. Independence Blvd #1, Charlotte, NC 28212
Contact: 704-568-8771

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Derickus’ Work

Follow Derickus on Instagram! @derickus

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Derickus’ Work

“I love being a stylist because I understand the connection between the outer & the inner, meaning when a woman looks good, she feels good. I know for sure that uplifting women is a part of my life’s ministry, and I’m grateful for the role I play in building their self-confidence.”

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Derickus’ Work

Here’s a look at one of Derickus’ signature cuts.

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Meet Kimberly Handy

Has been a stylist for: 20 years
Salon: Khimandi Hair Studio
Location: 4130 South Bowen, Arlington, TX 76016
Contact: 972.638.0547
Website: www.Khimandi.com

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Kimberly’s Work

Follow Kimberly on Instagram! @Khimandi

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Kimberly’s Work

“I love being a hairstylist because I get to combine informal artistry with professional skill, which allows me to connect with women in such a physical and emotional way that both of our lives are forever changed, one visit at a time!”

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Kimberly’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Kimberly’s signature cuts.

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Meet Lindsay West-Thompson

Salon: Loop Salon
Location: 537 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Suite B, Atlanta GA 30308
Contact: 404-532-0024
Website: www.loopsalonatl.com

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Lindsay’s Work

“I love being a hair salon owner because we have the opportunity to impact the way women see themselves!”

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Lindsay’s Work

Follow Lindsay on Instagram! @loopsalonatl

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Lindsay’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Lindsay’s signature cuts.

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Meet Christol Williams

Has been a stylist for: 13 years
Salon: Christol Salon Spa and Salon Christol
Location: Christol Salon Spa 8871 D Branch Avenue, Clinton, MD 20735
Salon Christol 10494 Campus Way South , Largo, MD 20774
Contact:  (301)877-2212 & (301)333-8771
Website: www.christolsalonspa.com

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Christol’s Work

Follow Christol on Instagram! @salonchristol

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Christol’s Work

“I love being a hairstylist because I like to help make people feel better about themselves and also because the art and science of cosmetology are so fascinating to me.”

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Christol’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Christol’s signature cuts.

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Meet Vincenzo Lauretta

Has been a stylist for: 8 years
Salon: LaModa Hair Salon
Location: 200 Larkfield Rd, E. Northport Long Island
Contact: 631-757-1010
www.facebook.com/vincenzostylist

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Vincenzo’s Work

Follow Vincenzo on Instagram! @Vincenzo_stylist

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Vincenzo’s Work

“What I love most about being a stylist is making someone feel incredible inside and out just by touching their hair.”

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Vincenzo’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Vincenzo’s signature cuts.

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Meet Ayana Abakah

Has been a stylist for: 11 years
Salon: The HaiRazor Salon
Location: 5495 Old National Hwy. suite A-7 Room 101, Atlanta, GA 30349
Contact: 404-435-8423
Website: www.thehairazor.com

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Ayana’s Work

“I love empowering women to live, love and BE beautiful!” says Ayana about her work as a stylist.

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Ayana’s Work

Follow Ayana on Instagram! @TheHaiRazor

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Ayana’s Work

Here’s a look at one of Ayana’s signature cuts.

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