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Hot Hair: Stars Update the Half-Up, Half-Down 'Do

Celebs update the classic, half-up/half-down 'do!
Half-n-Half Hair
Garcelle Beauvais Half Lead
By Tia Williams · Updated October 28, 2020
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Don’t call it a comeback — the half-up/half-down ‘do has truly has been around for years!

But lately, celebs have been putting their own spin on the “Half ‘n Half,” giving it a modern spin. Whether it’s face-framing tendrils or a bouffant (ala Thandie Newton), the clean, chic style seems fresher than ever.

From Garcelle Beauvais to Beyonce, here are our favorite examples.