17 Pixie Haircuts That Will Make You Want to Chop, Chop

I was in awe when Emma Stone debuted her short 'do at the 82nd annual Golden Globes, giving us the perfect recipe for the classic pixie. “It’s short and tidy with a layered shape that is round and tapered in the nape to follow the shade of her head,” explains Abramite. Although she cut it all off for a role, I seriously hope she keeps the chic look in the long term. 

Take note from Kate Hudson and accentuate your natural texture. Once you get the chop, use some pomade gel or styling cream to add definition to your strands. 

A side-swept pixie offers the illusion of longer locks and a stylish fringe that is quick to style in the morning. Plus, Michelle Williams’s pixie cut and a platinum dye job are match made in hairstyle heaven. 

Add more drama to your look by taking Ruby Rose’s approach to pixies—volume, texture and more volume. This bouncy style is great for oval faces as it keeps hair off the forehead, softens facial features and emphasizes any glamorous smokey eyes if you so choose.

On the flip side, the opposite approach in terms of volume can end up having a similar effect: This tight, cropped version keeps all eyes on Ginnifer Goodwin’s face, where she lets her immaculate brows and rosy cheeks be the focus of her look.

Believe me when I say that if you have incredible cheekbones like Annette Bening, you were born to rock this haircut. Lots of layers keep the look soft and easy to play with. 

Tucked and lightly styled locks are a good example of how to manage a longer pixie and offer proof of how great it’ll look if you ever choose to grow it out like Scarlett Johansson circa 2015. 

If your heart is set on a bob but you continue to scroll through endless pixie haircuts on Pinterest, boy do I have a hybrid haircut for you. The bixie (aka pixie bob) consists of shorter layers at the nape of the next and longer layers at the crown. As Korab previously explained to me, “It provides the structure and volume of a bob with the ease and movement of a pixie, making it suitable for different hair textures and lengths. The cut also allows for creative layering and texturizing, giving stylists the opportunity to tailor it to each client’s face shape and style preferences.”

Speaking of hybrids, the wixie lets you rock a pixie *and* a short shaggy cut for an edgier approach. Also known as the ‘winged pixie,’ the key is wispy pieces around the face, layers down the sides that flip upward and long strands along the nape of the neck. As Korab previously told me, “The winged layers around the face add shape and definition to the cut, while still giving off a chic and un-done vibe overall.”

Part mullet, part pixie, this haircut gives you the best of both worlds. The top is cut short like a classic pixie, while the back is long and tousled like a mullet. As Josh Liu, celebrity hairstylist and T3 ambassador, shared with me, “It's shaggy, it's chic and it's versatile. It also offers short, wispy hair in the front, while maintaining length in the back.” No wonder it’s caught the eye of Demi Lovato and Úrsula Corberó. Bonus? It’s a low-maintenance look that doesn’t require much styling or many hair tools to show it off. 

Shh…this pixie haircut is worth whispering about to your stylist. Priano coined this buzzy cut with everyone from Florence Pugh to Zoe Kravitz sporting the look. As she previously told me, the whisper pixie has “short, feathery layers that give it a lighter, airy appearance. It’s designed to frame the face and provide a whimsical look.” While the trendy haircut can be done on all hair types, the expert says it’s best for oval to soften facial features, as well as heart-shaped faces to accentuate the cheekbones. 

If you’re looking for a wavy haircut, look no further than this example from actress Audrey Tautou. Her layers provide the movement and definition she needs to show off her impressive pattern. Add some styling cream, a diffuser and you’re all set. 

Have curlier strands? Teyana Taylor’s curly pixie is a great way of showing her pattern and her sharp jawline. 

Channel your Princess Di (or Princess of Genovia) and try a long pixie style. For the finer hair folks, this cut can give the illusion of fullness with its deep side part and voluminous crown. 

Jamie Lee Curtis is the OG pixie gal and a great reference if you’re rocking gray hair. The spiky style enhances her shiny hue and gives her an edge that fits the scream queen. 

If you want to cut it even shorter, this undercut style should be on your radar. “It has rounded layers on the top of the shape but shorter disconnected lengths on the sides and nape of the neck for a trendy look,” explains Abramite. The best example is Pink, who’s been rocking this haircut for years.