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Readers Respond: Is the Pixie Haircut a Flattering Hairstyle?

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The pixie haircut is one of the more daring hairstyles that a woman can try. Do you find the pixie a flattering haircut? Have you ever had a pixie cut? What did you love about your pixie? Would you ever try a pixie cut? Share Your Opinion

Getting, had and staying

I'm 16 and I've had a pixie witch has grown out to shoulder length hair. And I have very thick very curly hair, but it's summer and I'm an athlete and do not have time to flatten every day. So CHOPCHOP back to my love
—Guest Destiny

Dying to get a Pixie

I wore a pixie when I was much younger, early twenties. I'm 58 now and going on a driving trip with my hubby in our convertible. I want to have fun and not worry about my hair! The cut shown is adorable - my hair grows down from my crown so I think it will work. One week to P-Day!
—Guest Kristi

Pixie Cut?

I was 25 when I got my hair cut really short to get rid of the damaged ends from the sixth and the last time I got my hair permed. It grew back healthier, fuller, and shinier.
—Guest Tanya Kasim

too small..?

Loads of the websites i read didn't mention if it would look good on tiny people like me :/ I'm 13 and only 5'1" with a round face and dead straight hair. I'm bored of my long hair and I really like the pixie but should I?
—Guest AZ

love it

I'm 12 years old and i really want to get a pixie cut,but my mom says its too old for me. I don't want a super short cut, but i want a messy, out of bed look thats easy to manage.
—Guest abby

TOTALLY Going for it

I'm 13 and I have brown eyes and long really thick dark brown hair and I have an oval face. I have always wanted to get a pixie cut, but I absolutely hate attention. I don't know why I just don't like to bring attention to myself. A lot of people I know are getting pixie cuts and I have been wanting to get one for a long time now. I keep getting second thoughts and all my friends keep telling me to not cut my hair, but my mom and sisters would think I would look good with it. The troubling part is that I am going into an all girls Catholic high school and I am not sure if they will tolerate pixie cuts there. They probably do but still. But I am willing to take the chance cuz I don't frikkin care what they think cuz it's my hair and I can do whatever I want with it!
—Guest Stefi

So versitile & powerful. Won't go back!

One day, after almost 20 years of wanting to cut my thick waist length hair... I had had enough! Even my stylist wanted me to ‘wait a day’ to make sure. I DID cut it & have not looked back, EVER. I had held on to the long hair for everyone else. From the first cut I feel liberated from a type of bondage. I love it! I now cut it myself every month. Takes me 30mins, plus I dye it, bleach it, do cap high/lowlights. It is a constant changing canvas. I get compliments EVERY day. It has changed my life. So quick and easy to style. My cut is SO versatile and powerful. I can go demure, wild, sophisticated, cute, bold. My confidence has gone through the roof. I buy clothes I never could have worn w long hair w/o looking too...bold or sexy or loose. Not that I ever dress that way but, now I have so much authority/ownership/knowledge of myself. Sounds like way too much to give to a cut. I am a great phoenix and I have found my wings at almost 40 w SHORT hair! Find your wings, Just do it!
—Guest Ginger

Your Choice! Do What you Want!

People have different opinions on whether they should have a pixie cut. I have heard a lot of stories... for instance, someone broke up because the boy does not like pixie... However, I personally think "what you want" is the most important! If you want a pixie cut, go for it! (Make sure you know that Pixie Cut highlights your neck, shoulder and chin). It is not necessary to listen to other people's opinions. Indeed, some people really don't suit a pixie cut. But come on! What's the big deal? It will grow back if you cut it. People may say you look like a boy. But see? Celebrities like Emma Watson are doing it, and they are perfectly fine! When you can't decide, just think deeply if you really want pixie. If you want one, you should go for it with no hesitation. I really don't understand why some people are so worried when they are deciding whether they should cut their hair. After all, it is just about the comments from your peers/people. Sometimes, you really just do what you want...
—Guest Maggie

Getting It!

My mom has had a pixie cut for years but she never really styles it. Once I saw all the celebs starting to get these really cute, edgy, or even sweetheart-style chic cuts, I fell in love. A few months ago I had made an appointment to get a longer pixie cut but EVERYONE was telling me what a horrible idea it was - I had low confidence anyway. Now I decided that I don't care what they say, I think most people will like it when they see it. I'm scheduled to get mine cut how Halle Berry had hers in 3 days and I couldn't be more ecstatic! I can't wait!
—Guest Jillian- 15yrs

Going for Round 2!

I'm a highschooler & the first time I got a pixie, the reception was not good. Honestly, it was a bad cut on me. It had too much volume on the sides for my round/square face. Although I had a bad first run-in with the pixie, I absolutely adore when ladies have the guts to chop it off! I think I'm going for round two this year. Fingers crossed! P.S. Ladies, it's hair! It grows back. Go for it!
—Guest Gwyn

Loving My Pixie Cut!

Im twelve and i got my pixie cut in February. At first i didnt like it but then i realized that with this hair i feel unique. People are always telling me that i look cute and like a doll. They also say that i look like a model. I have hazel eyes with black and brown hair and the pixie cut looks awesome!
—Guest Lily

Confidence Required

After thinking about getting a pixie for several months I finally decided to get one and I love it! It's so much less frustrating than long hair even though it takes as much time to get ready in the morning. I thought going short would be really scary but I realized it's only hair and it kind of feels like wearing a ponytail. I can understand how some people would be concerned about looking like a boy, I found that I have to dress a little more femininely now, but if you have the confidence and are bored of long hair I would recommend you try it.
—Guest Loquísima

Im going for it

I'm 14 and I have boring hair that goes longer than my shoulders. Everyone says its "supermodel hair" I highly disagree. My mom had a pixie before she passed away, and my cousin on her side of the family has one too. We all look alike (its kind of scary) so I think ill be able to pull it off :) I'm going to try to get it today actually. I heard its great for round faces ...and that's what I have. Plus I guess you could say I have delicate features o.O and even though my dad isn't completely sold on the idea, I think he'll budge :{D I say you should get it! You will look beautiful ^.^
—Guest Grey

Go for it!

I am 13 years old also and want to change my boring,flat,shoulder length hair. I'm sick of it! My mom says I'm too young and people will think I'm a boy or something...so I said, "then I don't care what those people think!", I also agree that a lot of people think that girls look better with and should only have-long hair, so it would be a brave act to get a pixie cut and Is very bold. Long hair means being a part of the crowd, just an average girl, whereas a pixie cut will show strength and you will be different from the rest. So go for it! It's only hair! I'm getting my pixie cut soon and can't wait! So if you really love the hairstyle, then the negative comments and face-shape won't matter.
—Guest Kk

Do it!!

I love short haircuts, I'm getting a pixie cut tomorrow! I say go for the big chop, short hair is sexy!
—Guest Nac

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