Few haircuts have the timeless appeal of a bob. It’s the ultimate chic style and is always a favorable choice for fall. While several versions are ruling this season, the bixie—a mashup between the classic bob and a short pixie—has become the most trendy take. If you lived through the ’90s, you probably remember the cut in all its glory. Short, cropped and tufted with choppy layers, it was the picture of ’90s cool. The style was favored by celebs like Winona Ryder, Drew Barrymore, Halle Berry and Meg Ryan. Now a new crop of A-listers is making the bixie hairstyle popular again. These current looks take the polarizing haircut to a new level of cool.
A Controversial Event
To be frank, the bob is a hard style to follow. Not only is it effortless, but it’s also elegant and beyond sophisticated. The bixie provided a fresh shakeup for those looking for something a little more lived-in. Instead of being refined and polished, it was edgy and rivaled iconic punk haircuts like the shag and the mullet. Coincidentally, the distinctly cool shape is what made the bixie appealing. The cropped aspect of the cut was ideal for showing off the facial features, while longer side pieces framed the face and highlighted the jawline.
The Bixie Evolution
Like the lob, the bixie is a hybrid style that borrows elements from the bob and pixie. It’s the perfect balance between the two classic cuts. The unique shape fits most face shapes and is ideal for different hair textures. Whether you have fine, straight or curly hair, there’s a good chance the bixie will work for you.
The cut oozes nostalgia, but there is one key element that feels distinctly modern—the bangs. During the height of the cut’s popularity, it was rare to see a bixie without bangs. But today’s bixies rely on a different style of fringe to modernize the cut. Instead of a piecey or full bang, the bixie has adopted curtain bangs for a more fluffy and versatile look. The combination instantly elevates the cut, making it feel much more luxurious than its predecessor.
Bixie Hairstyles to Try
The ‘90s Flip
If you’re interested in trying the bixie, you can’t go wrong with this classic style. The hair is just long enough to be tucked behind the ears, and the piecey bangs ensure there won’t be an awkward grow-out period. Plus, it’s the perfect length for adding the tiny flip that helped define the style during the ’90s.
Baby Bangs
Micro bangs give any style a dose of edge. This look pairs a baby fringe with a cropped bixie for an extra edgy look. Though the style isn’t for the timid, it is a show-stopper and instant conversation starter. To up the ante, try pairing your cut with an equally alluring wild cherry hair color.
Side Part With Hair Clips
The unique shape of this bixie makes it ideal for hair accessories. Headbands tend to have a feminine feel, while clips allow you to get creative. Take a cue from Dixie D’Amelio and use the clips to create a cool side-parted hairstyle that embraces Y3K beauty trends.
Curtain Bangs
This combination gives Winona Ryder vibes but feels much more modern thanks to the billowy curtain bangs. To ensure your style looks effortless, try using rollers and a round brush to add volume.
Full & Fluffy
Like the two classic cuts it’s named for, bixies work well with every hair type. The key is getting a cut that embraces your natural texture. For wavy hair, try opting for a cut that is lightly layered instead of choppy.
Refined & Polished
Nara Smith is almost as well known for her cropped bixie as she is for her soothing TikToks. The cut has become her signature look and has a polished feel that’s modern and chic.
