Classic Pixie: See It on Your Photo
A short crop with soft layers and a light fringe that shows off the eyes and cheekbones. Usually flatters oval, diamond and heart faces.
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Face shapes it suits
- Oval
- Diamond
- Heart
If you want your eyes and cheekbones to do the talking, the classic pixie is about as direct as a haircut gets. The back and sides are trimmed close to the head, the top keeps an inch or two of length, and soft layers through the crown stop the shape from looking stiff. A wispy fringe finishes it.
Swept to one side, that fringe adds width at the forehead, which is why diamond faces tend to wear this cut so well. Heart shapes suit it when the crown is kept flat rather than lifted, and balanced oval proportions need very little adjustment. Fine and medium hair are the easiest to manage; thick or curly hair needs careful thinning at the nape and around the ears.
Day to day, a dab of cream worked through damp hair and a quick rough-dry is usually enough. Because every millimeter shows, most people book a trim every four to six weeks, before the neckline starts to look fuzzy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How often does a pixie cut need a trim?
- Because the shape depends on short, precise lengths, most people book a trim every four to six weeks. Past that point the back and sides usually start to look shaggy.
- Does a pixie cut work on thick or curly hair?
- It often does, as long as your stylist removes bulk from the sides and nape. Curly pixies are usually cut dry so each curl sits where it will actually live.
- How do I style a pixie in the morning?
- A pea-sized amount of cream or light paste worked through damp hair, then rough-dried with your fingers, is usually enough. Push the fringe to one side for a softer look.