When a woman cuts her hair, she's about to change her life. But when a woman is able to let that hurt go, she can change the world. According to Halle Berry, rocking a pixie cut allowed her to do both at the same damn time.
Halle Berry is an icon when it comes to all things beauty and style, and her epic hairstyles have been giving us life since the '90s. In a recent interview, Halle revealed that cutting her hair was ultimately what gave her both confidence and the opportunity to take over the entertainment industry. The 52-year-old actress said that in fact, it wasn't until she trimmed her tresses that she got her first big break. She told InStyle:
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"I think that's because the directors and producers actually saw me. Before that I had long hair like every other girl like me. So I have an affinity for short hair."
The mother-of-two has been out here snatching edges for more than two consecutive decades, sporting long and short 'dos alike, but to Halle, her pixie cut phase in the '90s was when she felt like her "best self":
"I had no hair to hide behind, it was just all me. Take it or leave it; love it or hate it. It was who I was."
You are more than your bundles, eyelashes, and whatever other high-end beauty fad is trending right now. You're like an onion, sis, you got layers, and there's no better way to discover what's beneath the surface than trying out a new haircut.
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That's why I jumped at the chance to try these three versatile wigs from Luvme Hair. Each one offers a unique look and is surprisingly low maintenance, which aligns perfectly with my philosophy that wearing wigs should make life easier. Let’s dive into the three styles below.
Headband Wig
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This was the first wig I tried on, and I instantly fell in love with it. So much so that it took me weeks to even consider trying the other two. I’m partial to colored hair, especially blonds, browns, and reds, so I was skeptical about the jet black hair. However, I think the color, combined with the curl pattern, worked surprisingly well for me.
One of the things I really liked about this wig was that I didn’t have to braid my hair down first. I could simply throw it over a low ponytail, which is the epitome of a low-maintenance style. The headband has combs inside and velcro on the ends, ensuring a secure fit.
Half Wig
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I had never worn a half wig before, so I faced some challenges. I cornrowed the bottom half of my hair where the wig would sit, but I believe this made it more difficult to use the combs. It might just be me though. I straightened the top part of my hair to blend it with the wig, which looked cute for about five minutes.
Firstly, I have a brown/blonde color mix on the ends of my hair, and the half wig is black. So, I had to hide some of the color (I didn’t have time to dye the wig). Secondly, straightening my hair myself is always a hassle because it never lasts long. Add to that the summer humidity, and you get a hot mess. Despite all this, I managed to get some cute pictures before things got out of control, and that’s all that matters, right?
Would I consider this a low-maintenance hair style? Yes and no. I think it’s unrealistic for me during the summer, especially since I enjoy summer activities. However, when the weather cools down, I’ll definitely rock it, dyed, of course.
Bob
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Now, this is the wig I was nervous about. I never had a bob and I didn't think I would like it. But once I put bobiana on, my mind instantly changed. I finally understood why the gworls rave about the bob so much. It was giving boss. It was giving grown woman. It was giving the bob means business. Iykyk. It was the ultimate statement.
I will say when I first put it on, one side of my wig just would not lay flat. It took some trial and error, but I finally managed to get it to look good. With the bob, I highly recommend braiding your hair down first as small as you can so it can lay as flat as possible. I really liked the ash blonde color, which is perfect for summer. The length also makes it a great low-maintenance style for the season, so you don't have to worry about the hair making your neck sweaty.
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