In honor of Anita Baker’s 68th birthday, ESSENCE looks back at the legendary R&B songstress’ most dazzling beauty moments.

Bored of the bob? Time to go extra short.

If 2025 was the year of the bob, then 2026 is the year that the pixie cut steals the spotlight back. Some might say that last ...

When it comes to hair that makes an instant statement, it doesn’t get much chicer than a short pixie haircut. Yes, bob hairstyles have dominated for a while now – from undone French bobs to sleek, ...

Ah, the perennial transition to fall: the air gets crisper, hemlines get longer, and haircuts get shorter. This season, the ’90s pixie is the chop du jour — bold, chic, and packed with personality.

2025 was undeniably the year of the pixie cut. It’s turned into the beloved signature for who’s who in Hollywood, from Keke Palmer’s ginger chop to gelled spikes on Aweng Chuol. And, ironically, the ...

Quinta Brunson’s Betty Boop-inspired pixie cut is what pin-up dreams are made of. Featuring a deep side part and a dreamy kiss curl, the style is low-maintenance enough for daily wear and still easy ...