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Hot Hair: The Pixie Cut

When it comes to hair, right now its all about extremes--ie, super long (Ciara), super curly (Beyonce), super bright (Rihanna)--and one of Hollywood's sexiest styles is the super-short look, ie, the "pixie." Originally made popular by Halle Berry and Toni Braxton in the early Nineties, this boyish crop has suddenly become hotter than ever! The best part? This cut is fabulously versatile. Whether you rock it tight and close to the head, like Eva Marcille, or longer and spikier, a'la Nicole Ari Parker (left), this short style is always chic. Here, our favorite superstar pixies.
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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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Originally made popular by Halle Berry and Toni Braxton in the early Nineties, this boyish crop has suddenly become hotter than ever!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.
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Tousled Tresses

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

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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!

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Going Platinum

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

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Buzz Worthy

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

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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.
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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!
Hot Hair: The Pixie Cut