If there was one hairstyle that totally transformed the faces (and careers) of 2012 's hottest stars, it would be the pixie . Once Anne Hathaway , Lena Dunham and Miley Cyrus snipped their strands into ultra short haircuts , it was as if we were seeing these celebrities for the very first time.

Without question their brave submission to scissors has inspired many women to go much shorter . But what's a girl with no hairdresser on speed dial to do once she starts getting bored with her pixie ? Well, just keep looking at the stars.

Click through the slideshow below for five different ways to style a pixie , including tips and product recommendations to revive your short hair.

Meanwhile, find out how to wear the graduated bangs trend like Beyonc and Naomi .

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