Pixie haircut is back in fashion: which stars chose it and how to style it correctly

In the world of fashion and beauty, trends are cyclical – what was once popular is bound to come back, but in an updated form. This is exactly what happened with the pixie haircut, an iconic look that has once again hit the trends. This short, bold, and elegant haircut appeared in the middle of the last century, but continues to be the choice of stylish and confident women.

The pixie not only emphasizes facial features and adds expressiveness to the image, but is also a symbol of freedom, confidence, and self-expression. Today, more and more stars are choosing this haircut, proving that short hair can be no less feminine and attractive than long curls.

History of the pixie haircut

The pixie cut first became popular in the 1950s when it was demonstrated by the legendary actress Audrey Hepburn in the movie Roman Holiday. Her delicate and sophisticated look inspired women around the world to make bold changes. In the 1960s, this haircut was made iconic by the model Twiggy, and in the 1990s by the actress Winona Ryder. Today, the trend is back with new variations and modern interpretations.

Who is suitable for a pixie haircut

The main advantage of the pixie is its versatility. It is ideal for women with expressive facial features, emphasizing cheekbones, eyes, and neckline. This haircut is best suited for owners of oval, heart-shaped, and square face shapes. However, modern variations allow you to adapt the pixie to any type of appearance by playing with length, texture, and volume.

"A short haircut can be adjusted, for example, with the length of the bangs," said hairdresser Marco Alecci.

How to style a pixie cut

Different techniques can make the haircut elegant, daring, romantic, or even creative.

"You can work with gel, styling wax, spray, and give your hair a completely different look every time. You can give the pixie cut more volume by fixing the hair after styling with varnish," said Marco Alegri.

Sleek and elegant style – ideal for formal events or strict dress codes.

• Apply a heat protectant to your hair.
• Use a hair dryer and a comb or straightening iron to smooth the strands.
• Fix the result with a light wax paste or shine gel.
• Finish with a medium-hold hairspray.

A light, somewhat casual style is suitable for everyday looks.

• Apply a little foam or texturizing spray to damp hair.
• Blow-dry, lifting the hair with your fingers for extra volume.
• Create a slight messiness by spreading wax or gel on the ends.

For a light wave effect, use a volumizing mousse before drying.

• Curl individual strands, break the curls with your hands, giving them a natural look.
• Secure with varnish for an elastic hold.

What stars choose pixie curls

Despite established stereotypes, the short haircut is surprisingly versatile. This was proven by style icons such as Audrey Hepburn, Linda Evangelista, Zoe Kravitz, Halle Berry, and Charlize Theron, demonstrating how diverse and expressive short hair can be - the main thing is to choose the right shape and styling. Thanks to top models Greta Hofer and Grace Elizabeth, who brought the pixie back to the catwalks, this haircut has become one of the main trends of 2025.

"This trend is due to the return of the 1990s aesthetic, when the pixie cut was all the rage," commented Eugene Smith, senior stylist at John Frieda Salon in New York.

Emma Stone, Cara Delevingne, and Charlize Theron demonstrated how to successfully style a pixie.

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