50 Striking Pixie Cut Hairstyles: Short and Chic (Gallery & Video)

Written By Bakes

Avid writer on Men's Hair, Grooming, and Lifestyle!

In a world where long hair is often perceived as the epitome of beauty, the pixie cut hairstyles emerges as a bold and rebellious statement, not to mention SEXY! 💁‍♀️

Our editorial will include,

  • Gallery of every Pixie Cut Variation
  • Video exploring different styles & colours
  • Best practices to keep hair looking good

Our gallery is proof that choosing the pixie cut becomes a powerful act of self-expression, a visual affirmation that challenges stereotypes and celebrates you!

50 of the Best Pixie Cut Hairstyles (Gallery)

(Our gallery includes every variation of the hairstyle so be sure to bookmark the page)

Pointed Fringe Pixie Cut

Pixie Cut Hairstyles Gallery
Credit – Kassia Barbo

Sharp and angular, this pixie front disrupts the traditional symmetry for a distinctive finish.

Light Colour Pixie

The Best Pixie Cut Hairstyles in 2024 and 2025
Credit – Angela Bright

Full Fringe Pixie

Full Fringe Pixie
Credit – Lynn Gourley 

Nothing like the tradition full fringe pixie in classy blonde! complete curtain of bangs reaching her eyebrows shaping face.

Blow Out Pixie

Credit – Asallah Kamel

Blow dryer, styling tools & light product to achieve a lifted and voluminous look, CHECK! This is the way to go for fullness

Slick Back Pixie

This minimalist yet bold pixie variation accentuates facial features. Apply a styling product like gel or pomade for hold.

Using a comb, slick the short layers back and away from the face, ensuring a smooth and polished finish.

Disconnected Fringe Pixie

Recognized as one of iconic looks ever! The Disconnected fringe seamlessly works for both formal and casual occasions.

Curly Pixie Cut

For this your going to need flat iron or curlers, with some sulphate-free products to enhance natural curls, for a playful, low maintenance look.

Subtle Middle Part

Curled Front & Straight Back

Tapered Sides with Design

The beauty of the shaved sides is the option to have a design shaved into your fade, whether that be taper, low, mid or high.

Blonde Highlights

The contrast between dark roots and blonde tips is what gives the look edge, and whilst we prefer you see a hairstylist or colorist here’s how to dye your hair at home.

Wavy Top Pixie

Side Blow Out

French Braid Pixie

Pixie Cut Hairstyles range and this has to be the most distinctive since they merge 2 styles into 1.

The traditional pixie is characterized by its short length, often cropped close to the head, which doesn’t provide the necessary length for a standard French braid, that was until now!

Traditional Pixie Cut

Side Curled Fringe

The Pompadour Influence

The pompadour influence adds a touch of vintage glamour, volume and bounce creating a juxtaposition with the contemporary and daring essence of the pixie cut.

Accessorized Pixel

Despite the shorter length there are numerous accessory options that can complement the style like the pin above.

Grown Out Layers with Colour

Take the traditional pixie and add your own creative flare to it, i.e. grown out layers with colours!

Disclaimer: Applying any sort of chemical to your hair is a very risky job as this can lead to breakage or thinning if not done correctly, therefore we always recommend you use a professional

Curly Pixie

Curly Pixie

Sleek Pixie with Side Bangs

Textured Finished Pixie

Textured Finished Pixie

Very Short Fringe Pixie

Spiked Up Pixie

Spiked Up Pixie

Side Parting with Taper Fade

Side Parting with Taper Fade

Curled Up Pixie with Blonde Highlights

curled up pixie

For those of you with curly hair were jealous as the styles are unlimited! Purchase curl enhancers for definition.

Pointed Fringe (Asymmetrical)

pointed fringe finish

Straight Back Pixie

Sea Salt Spray Finish

sea salt spray finish

Jet Black Pixie

short jet black hair

Flowing Front Bang

Messy Fringe with Straight Back

Razor-Cut Pixie

Razor cut pixie

Feathered Pixie Cut

Choppy Pixie Cut

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with choppy finish

Side Parting + Shaven Line

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with shaved lines

Traditional Pixie Cut

Middle Parting Mullet Pixie

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with mullet

Curled Up Pixie Look

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with curls

Medium size Curled Pixie Cut

Shaved in Parting

Shaved in Parting

No harm in trying to figure out how much to tip your barber when their literally bringing out the sexiest version of you!

Pointed Fringe with Highlights

Pointed Fringe with Highlights

Blonde Undercut Pixie

Blonde Undercut Pixie

Long Pixie Cut in Jet Black

Shaggy Pixie

Shaggy Pixie

Sides Completely Shaved

Pixie Cut Hairstyles shaved off sides

Wet Finish Pixie

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with wet finish

Pixie Cut Hairstyle with Razor Finish

Pixie Cut Hairstyles with a razor finish

Ginger Pixie

Pixie Cut Hairstyles in ginger

Asymmetrical Pixie Cut

Caring for your Pixie Cut

The best thing about the pixie cut is that it wont regular as much maintenance as long but you’ll still need to care for your crown!

  • Regular Maintenance:
    • Schedule trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain the shape and freshness of the pixie cut.
  • Product for Your Hair Type:
    • Choose hair care products tailored to your specific hair type, whether it’s straight, curly, or textured.
  • Experimenting Between Different Styles:
    • Embrace variety by experimenting with diverse styles and accessories to keep your pixie cut dynamic and reflective of your personality.