35 Pixie Bob Haircuts That Blend Short and Chic

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Bixie cuts, layered, choppy, curly and colourful: 35 pixie bob haircuts for thick, thin, straight and curly hair, with a styling tip for each.

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A pixie bob, often called a bixie, sits between a pixie and a bob. It has the ease of a pixie with a little more length around the face, which makes it soft, versatile and easy to grow out.

These 35 pixie bob haircuts cover layered, choppy, sleek and curly versions, in colours from icy blonde and rose gold to burgundy and lavender. Each one comes with a styling tip.

1. Layered Pixie Bob

Layers add movement and lift to a pixie bob.

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Styling tip: Rough-dry and add a little texture spray.

2. Sleek Textured Pixie Bob for Thick Hair

Texturising removes bulk so thick hair sits sleek and light.

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Styling tip: Ask your stylist to thin out the back.

3. Silver Blonde Pixie Bob

Silver blonde looks cool, modern and bright.

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Styling tip: Use a purple shampoo weekly.

4. Pixie Bob with Choppy Bangs for Round Faces

Choppy bangs and length at the sides flatter round faces.

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Styling tip: Keep the bangs slightly longer and side-swept.

5. Long Pixie Bob

A long pixie bob is easy to tuck behind the ears.

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Styling tip: Smooth with a little cream for a polished finish.

6. Messy Cut with Varied Lengths

Different lengths create a messy, lived-in look.

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Styling tip: Scrunch with sea salt spray.

7. Edgy Pixie with Silver Highlights

Silver highlights add dimension and an edgy feel.

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Styling tip: Ask for chunky highlights near the face.

8. Choppy Icy Blonde Pixie

Icy blonde and choppy layers look fresh and bold.

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Styling tip: Tone every few weeks to keep it icy.

9. Inverted Pixie Bob

An inverted bob is shorter at the back with longer front pieces.

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Styling tip: Lift the crown with a round brush.

10. Long Bixie with Swept Bangs

Long bangs swept to one side soften the face.

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Styling tip: Blow-dry the bangs to the side.

11. Razored Chin-Length Pixie Bob

A razored cut has wispy, soft ends.

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Styling tip: Use a lightweight cream to separate the ends.

12. Polished Soft-Layered Bixie

Soft layers keep the bixie neat and polished.

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Styling tip: Use a flat brush when drying.

13. Modern Long Pixie Bob

A long pixie bob with texture looks current and effortless.

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Styling tip: Air dry with a little mousse.

14. Choppy Layered Short Pixie Bob

Short, choppy layers add attitude.

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Styling tip: Piece out the ends with wax.

15. Angled Pixie Bob with Face-Framing Bangs

An angled shape with soft bangs frames the face beautifully.

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Styling tip: Keep the front slightly longer than the back.

16. Bouncy Bixie with Layered Bangs

Layered bangs add bounce and softness.

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Styling tip: Use a small round brush on the bangs.

17. Choppy Rose Gold Pixie Bob

Rose gold is warm, pretty and modern.

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Styling tip: Wash with cool water to keep the colour.

18. Two-Tone Bixie

Two tones add contrast and depth.

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Styling tip: Choose a darker root and lighter ends.

19. Edgy Choppy Pixie Bob

A choppy pixie bob is bold and rebellious.

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Styling tip: Use a matte paste for texture.

20. Stacked Almost-Bob

Stacked layers at the back add volume and shape.

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Styling tip: Blow-dry the back upwards for lift.

21. Short Pixie Bob with Side Bangs

Side bangs make a short pixie bob soft and feminine.

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Styling tip: Sweep the bangs to one side while drying.

22. Undone Pixie Bob for Straight Hair

An undone finish keeps straight hair from looking flat.

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Styling tip: Add texture spray and tousle.

23. Shaggy Pixie Bob with Purple and Silver

Purple and silver highlights make a shaggy cut stand out.

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Styling tip: Use a colour-depositing conditioner.

24. Undercut Pixie Bob

An undercut removes weight and adds edge.

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Styling tip: Keep the undercut short and tidy.

25. Curly Pixie Bob

A curly pixie bob celebrates natural texture.

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Styling tip: Define curls with a curl cream.

26. Bixie with Icy Highlights

Icy highlights brighten the face and add dimension.

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Styling tip: Ask for fine babylights for a soft blend.

27. Graduated Textured Pixie Bob

Graduation creates a rounded shape at the back.

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Styling tip: Lift the back with mousse.

28. Pageboy-Inspired Bixie

A pageboy bixie has a rounded, retro shape.

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Styling tip: Curl the ends slightly under.

29. Short Pixie Bob with Long Bangs

Long bangs add drama to a short cut.

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Styling tip: Keep the bangs smooth with a flat iron.

30. Textured Bixie for Thin Hair

Texture makes thin hair look fuller.

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Styling tip: Use a volumising spray at the roots.

31. Extended Pixie Bob

An extended pixie bob is a longer version for easy grow-out.

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Styling tip: Trim the back regularly while growing the front.

32. Burgundy Bixie

Burgundy adds richness and depth.

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Styling tip: Use a colour-safe shampoo.

33. Middle-Part Pixie Bob

A middle part gives a modern, balanced look.

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Styling tip: Smooth both sides evenly.

34. Messy Bixie with Long Bangs

Long, messy bangs look relaxed and cool.

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Styling tip: Twist the bangs lightly while drying.

35. Smoky Lavender Tapered Pixie Bob

A smoky lavender colour is soft and dreamy.

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Styling tip: Refresh the colour every few weeks.

How to Style a Pixie Bob

Use texture spray

Texture spray adds grip and movement to short layers.

Play with your part

A deep side part adds volume; a middle part looks modern.

Book regular trims

Trim every six weeks to keep the shape sharp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bixie haircut?

A bixie is a mix of a bob and a pixie, longer than a pixie but shorter than a bob.

Is a pixie bob good for thin hair?

Yes. Layers and texture make thin hair look fuller.

How do you grow out a pixie bob?

Trim the back regularly while letting the front and sides grow.

Final Thoughts

A pixie bob is a stylish middle ground between a pixie and a bob. Try a soft-layered bixie for everyday wear or a choppy, colourful cut for something bolder.

For more ideas, see our pixie cuts for women, chin-length haircuts and curly pixie cuts.

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