Unlock the Pixie Bob "Bixie" Secret: 12 Jaw-Dropping Haircut Hacks Experts Swear By to Instantly Transform Your Look!

Unlock the Pixie Bob "Bixie" Secret: 12 Jaw-Dropping Haircut Hacks Experts Swear By to Instantly Transform Your Look!

Ever wonder how a haircut can totally flip your vibe—and maybe even your whole outlook? The pixie bob, or as trendsetters affectionately call it, the “bixie,” isn’t just a hairstyle—it’s the ultimate power move that’s been stealing the spotlight from the late ‘90s to today. From Liv Tyler’s ethereal wispy layers to Rihanna’s half-buzzed phenomenon, this cut has never failed to deliver a fresh, face-framing boost that screams confidence and modernity. Whether you’re chasing volume for fine hair or aiming to soften mature features, the pixie bob’s versatility makes it a scene-stealer across decades and ages alike. So, if you’re itching for a chop that’s as chic as it is low-maintenance, dive into these iconic bixie moments and prepare to be inspired in ways you never thought a haircut could! LEARN MORE

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Liv Tyler, 1998

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Tyler’s wispy short style looked perfect with her oval face shape, one of the best fits for the look, according to Giannetos. “A pixie bob looks amazing on oval, heart, and square face shapes because it enhances bone structure,” says the hairstylist, adding that “It’s great for fine to medium hair types since the cut naturally adds volume and lift.”

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Halle Berry, 2001

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One of the most iconic haircuts of the early aughts. (Bring it back, Halle!)

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Rihanna, 2007

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There’s a reason we named Rihanna’s haircut during this time one of the most iconic beauty looks of all time. “We decided to take it back to her short-hair era, because this half-buzzed chop became a phenomenon on its own,” wrote Bazaar beauty director Jenna Rosenstein of the look.

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Victoria Beckham, 2007

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One thing the Victoria docuseries had us nostalgic about, aside from a Spice Girls reunion? Victoria Beckham’s angled cut circa the mid-aughts.

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Joan Smalls, 2021

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The supermodel’s crop at the “In America”-themed Met Gala was a shocking foil to her usual long, flowing hair.

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Dixie D’amelio, 2023

Giannetos is the brainchild behind D’amelio’s dramatic cut back in 2023, made even edgier in platinum.

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Delilah Belle Hamlin, 2024

The hairstylist also gave Hamlin this “artichoke cut,” which has short layers as opposed to the sharp bangs of a traditional pixie.

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Jane Fonda, 2023

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The pixie bob works on all ages, according to Giannetos, who calls the look “fresh and modern.” Another reason to consider for mature hair types: “It opens up the face, softens the features, and gives an instant refresh that feels both elegant and confident,” he says. “It’s also easy to maintain, which makes it even more appealing. I like finishing with a few drops of L’Oréal Paris Elvive Extraordinary Oil to add shine and keep the hair smooth and polished.”

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Emma Stone, 2025

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Ever since she debuted a pixie at the 2025 Golden Globes (a result of shaving her head for her film Bugonia), Stone and her hairstylist, Mara Roszak, have given a masterclass in how to grow out your hair. Case in point: her ear-length bixie at the Venice Film Festival.

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Anok Yai, 2025

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The model added a sharp center part and full curl to her look, proving that this style is as versatile as it is face-flattering.

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Taylor Hill, 2025

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The model’s shaggy, slightly curly look is put together without being overdone. To get her piecey look, use a flexible pomade like Lolavie Sculpting Paste.

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Iris Law, 2025

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