The Ultimate Summer Pixie Cuts

The classic pixie will never stop being edgy and cool, but that doesn’t mean there’s no room for change. There’s a new iteration of the pixie and it’s all about living in the moment. Adding movement to a pixie cut is the easiest thing to do to set yourself apart from the rest of the cropped-hair crowd. Pixies are very easily manipulated; you can always moderate how choppy or layered you want your crop to be, especially once it starts to grow back. “Use a moisturizing oil to add some shine, then comb your hair in the direction you want it to go and let it dry naturally without touching it. Don’t overthink it,” celebrity hairstylist Marcus Francis tells Teen Vogue. Here, a list of pixi-nspiration for your summer chop.

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We have the ultimate summer pixie inspiration for you

We Stan Ruby

Ruby Rose is our big pixie energy inspiration. Ruby's pixie is versatile enough to masquerade as a very short asymmetrical bob.

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Ice Ice Baby

Going for a wild color lets you take several liberties, like adding in a side buzz or even overgrown bangs. Use some texturizing spray at the roots to add volume to the top.

Image: @fanniewilkens
Make a Wave

Superbly curly pixies can be a refreshing look this summer, especially if you don't want to go too short. If you love the one-sided buzzcut, go for a wavy pixie on one side and buzzed detailing on the other.

Image: @beautyworldnet
Audrey, Is That You?

Rowan Blanchard's dreamy Hepburn pixie has a romantic edge and is a great style to soften your features.

Image: @rowanblanchard
The No-Hassle Option

If you want to set and forget your hair this summer (don't we all), choose something super cropped and bleached-out like this.

Image: @larahoneey
K-Stew Gets It

The blonde and black dye job on Kristen Stewart's cropped, disheveled pixie is simply exquisite.

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Pixie Perfect

If you have fine hair, don't go for an incredibly piecey cut; spiky pixies are easier to manage and require minimal vigilance, so you can focus on the health of your hair. Something this manageable can be kept in place with some hair spritzer.

Image: @shorthairforlife
So Edgy

The 80s-inspired, grown-out pixie can be a great look, especially for brunettes.

Image: @franbonaa
Hey, Halsey

Halsey's dusted pink pixie is all about breaking the rules. Instead of a regular buzzcut, Halsey's 'do has very subtle cropped elements. If you want some extra styling over the crown, go for this excellent cut.

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Get Creative

If you're going for the cropped version, add some drama around the edges. Baby bangs make the look.

Image: @marcus.bryan
Get it, Nyakim

Can we just say Nyakim Gatwech's flawless natural hair pixie is the official mood of 2019? A popping neon or bleached-out addition at the top of your head can make for a fantastic look.

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Khaleesi's Pixie

Emilia Clarke's super choppy overgrown pixie is amazingly versatile, as it can be styled in a number of ways.

Image: @emilia_clarke
Joey, FTW?

Joey King's cropped pixie has a smooth, genderless vibe. It's not too worked-up and looks great any way you style it. If you're going for a relaxed, lived-in look, avoid sharp, choppy edges.

Image: @joeyking
Cara, the OG

Cara Delevingne's razor-style, low-maintenance crop has a good hair day seven days a week. Cara's close crop can be styled with the help of some moisturizing oil for the desired sleekness.

Image: @caradelevingne
Teenage Dream

Katy Perry's electric purple pixie features some added volume at the roots. This is an amazing trick if you want to create the illusion of a messy do.

Image: @katyperry