Cherry Top

Try a sassy pixie

"Talk about a new me! This cut reflects my style, my attitude and my flavor."

Kenyatah Griffin, 30
 Community coordinator

BEFORE: “I felt I definitely needed a change,” Kenyatah says. “My style needed to reflect the woman I’ve become, not the young lady I used to be.”

THE LOOK:
"The combination of a short cut and color can turn any look from blah to amazing,” says Stephen. “This cut instantly adds style and swagger, and makes Kenyatah look more grown up.” 

To maintain color between applications, Stephen recommends shampoos and conditioners like Pantene Pro-V Red Expressions ($6 each, drugstores nationwide). Another good find: Color Me Sexy ColorSet Moisturizing Shampoo ($19) and Moisturizing Conditioner ($20, sexyhair.com). 



AFTER THE CUT: “Talk about a new me! This cut reflects my style, my attitude and my flavor,” says Kenyatah. “Now I’m having a hard time picturing my hair long again. Every outfit I wear looks different, just because of the cut.”

Locked & Lovely 

You can’t miss with a bob

"I’m amazed at how cute this cut is. It’s been so easy to maintain. I have no regrets."

Shani Barnes, 28 
Global financial support analyst

BEFORE: Shani thought wearing locks meant being locked into a classic cascade. “I loved all the new short hairstyles, but I didn’t think I could achieve them,” Shani says.

THE LOOK: Wearing locks shouldn’t prevent you from rocking the latest looks. This cut gave Shani’s traditional style a modern twist. The best part? Achieving this of-the-moment look means that maintenance is virtually effortless. To keep locked hair thick and healthy, protect it with Jane Carter Solution Revitalizing Leave-in Conditioner ($9, janecartersolution.com) or Motions Marula Natural Therapy Hair and Scalp Oil ($7, drugstores). 



AFTER THE CUT: “I am amazed at how cute this cut is,” says Shani. “It’s been so easy to maintain. I have no regrets.”

Soft Touch 

Dip your tips with a pop of color 

"Since the cut, I’ve been working my hair and strutting my stuff with a renewed sense of confidence."

Chanelle Dumas, 24 
Corporate underwriter

BEFORE: “I was at my wit’s end with my hair,” says Chanelle. “A color job had completely stripped my hair, changed the texture, and left it very hard to manage. I was desperate for a change but reluctant to do anything drastic.”

THE LOOK: Stephen snipped layers into the bangs while keeping them below the brow line for added glamour. “I love the way the bangs play up her eyes,” she says.

Chanelle can work an easy updo or let her hair down for carefree chic. A light holding spray such as Aveda Air Control Hair Spray ($23, aveda.com) or Fekkai Coiff Shape & Set Mist ($28, sephora.com) will keep the look airy.

AFTER THE CUT: “Since the cut, I’ve been working my hair and strutting my stuff with a renewed sense of confidence,” says Chanelle.

Curl Power

Embrace texture

"I felt like an entirely new person after I cut my hair... I love it!”

Natalie Brown, 27 
Film/TV assistant director trainee

BEFORE: “My big, curly hair was limiting my choices because it was so thick, coarse and hard to style,” shares Natalie.

THE LOOK: “Personal style, face shape and hair texture are the three factors to consider when making a drastic hair change,” says Stephen. “Because Natalie’s face is round, I gave her a cut that would elongate it and complement her funky personality.” 

A styling pomade like Short Sexy Hair Rough & Ready Styling Gunk ($16, sexy hair.com) keeps the sides slick and the bang up and away from her face. 



AFTER THE CUT: “I felt like an entirely new person after I cut my hair,” Natalie says. “It grows fast, so I’ve actually had it cut again since the photo shoot. I’m still getting used to my new look, but I love it!”