70 Gorgeous Pixie Cuts For Black Women To Try In 2025

Pixie Haircuts for Black Women

A pixie cut is a variant of a crop that is generally longer at the top and slightly shorter at the back and sides. Pixie cuts are a popular short hairstyle option for many women who want to do a big chop.

In this article, we’ll take a look at pixie haircuts and different pixie cut hairstyles for Black women.

What are the different types of pixie cuts?

Pixie cuts come in different types namely Pixie cuts with bangs, curly pixie cuts, edgy pixie cuts, choppy pixie cuts, messy pixie cuts, pixie cuts with an undercut and more.

Is a pixie cut low maintenance?

Other than the occasional trims required, pixie cuts are generally low maintenance.

How often does a pixie cut need trimming?

A pixie cut should be trimmed every 4 to 6 weeks depending on how fast your hair grows and your desired length and look.

70 Best Pixie Cut Hairstyles for Black Women

From wavy pixie cuts to ones with the perfect pin curls and even bowl cuts, here’s the ultimate 70 image list of the most gorgeous pixie cuts for black women in 2024.

1) Textured Pixie Cut 

This gorgeous pixie lets the textured top layers do the talking. Keep it cropped on the back and sides for an easy styling, while you’re able to really amp up the movement of the hair on top.

2) Unruly Pixie With Baby Sideburns

This natural curly pixie boosts a mass of loose waves scattered all around the crown and cascading down the forehead to land an effortless and flirty fringe. PICTURE-PERFECT!

3) Wild Top, Slicked Sides

Why go super wild or super soft when you can strike a sweet balance between the two extremes? This unique cut with an elongated top is ready to fulfil your wildest pixie cut dreams, one long curl at a time.

4) Black Frizzy Curly Pixie

Who knew unruly curls could look this good? We’re completely enamored of this cut; apply some curl enhancer and style it with your hands, and you’re good to go.

5) Bold Purple Pixie

Not us dialing our hairstyle to get this voluminous pixie cut ASAP! When dipped in a color as bold and vibrant as this one, your curls are bound to pop like nobody’s business.

6) Thick Curly Pixie for Girls

Doesn’t she look drop-dead gorgeous? That’s what happens when you rock the boldest, sassiest, most unique cropped hairstyle in the world.

7) Neat Pixie Cut for Curly Hair

If you want to arrive at a clean style that ensures low maintenance for your tight curls, follow in the footsteps of this black girl and ask for a crop cut quite close to the scalp.

8) Flirty Pixie

The ruffled curls create a fun and flirty finish on this pixie cut.

9) Burgundy and Copper Curly Cut

Oh wow, what a color combo! No way your ringlets won’t pop when colored this boldly and intricately; you might want to pair this cut with some poppy makeup just so your face doesn’t look “washed-out” next to those bedazzling curls.

10) Wavy Pixie Cut With Deep Side Part

This sophisticated, volume-adding pixie doesn’t take long to style. Even if your hair isn’t wavy enough, resort to a flat iron and it’ll get the job done in no time.

11) Trendy Spiky Pixie Cut for Black Women

Make a bold statement with an edgy, expressive wavy pixie. It’s perfect for thick hair because it emphasizes the fullness of the layers at the crown.

12) Golden Blonde Feathered Pixie

When in doubt, go with the color-and-layers pairing; it works with shorter haircuts just as well as the longer ones. Bonus: when you grow out this pixie, its original asymmetrical cut will remain interesting and edgy, as your hair is getting longer.

13) Voluminous Pixie With Exaggerated Crown and Highlights

Talk about a bonafide show-stopper! Sleek at the back but extra wavy and voluminous at the top, it looks really classy and can add a distinctive diva vibe to your appearance.

14) Blue and Turquoise Pixie 

Sometimes, all it takes for a pixie hairstyle to stand out is a mix of two distinct colors from the same spectrum.  It’s the ultimate head-turner. 

15) Laid-Back Pixie for Straight Hair

If you have thick straight hair and want to try a short chop, a wavy pixie with a hard part is the perfect style for you. We love how sleek and disconnected this pixie is…perfeeect!

16) Long Swept Fringe

This wavy cut keeps it short on the sides, but lets that long bang run with tresses over one side of the forehead. If you love a pixie, but still want some hair to play with, this cut is a great choice.

17) Long Pixie for Black Women

Not a fan of the ordinary? How about something that draws mega attention at first glance? The 7-inch bang of this sleek cut is enough to leave a lasting impression on everyone.

18) Stacked Pixie With Feathered Crown

If you love casually voluminous hairstyles, we’ve got something to suggest. A daring number such as this one is sure to inject lots of sass into your daily look; the volume is built on top, with a cute feathered finish added. JUST PERFECT!

19) Pixie With Stacked Back

Wavy pixie hairstyles don’t get more fun and experimental than this. Combining stacked layers in the back, a hard part, and a long swept bang, this cut has everything it takes to stun.

20) Volume-Adding Waves, Hard Part, and Slicked Sides

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and this short wavy hairdo is all the proof we need. Talk about bringing together playfulness and sophistication in one style!

21) Bright Copper Pixie With Nape Undercut

If you don’t already know, we love an undercut hairstyle; we also love a color that pops. This pixie offers the best of both worlds, complete with a meticulously-cut straight parting that screams edgy from a distance.

22) Thick and Full 

This pin curls pixie is great for those with thick hair. The weight of the thickness helps achieve a multi-dimensional style that looks super healthy and full of texture.

23) Sleek and Sophisticated

Another brilliant example of a pin curls pixie done right. Show your hairstylist this picture, and if they’re worth their weight in gold, the outcome will be nothing short of gossip-worthy.

24) Multi-Tiered Pixie With Tousled Crown

Edgy, textured, and lovely–three ways to describe this black pin-curled pixie that means business.

25) Black Pixie Hairstyle for Round Faces

Here’s the thing: If your face is round, your pixie must feature volume on top that visually elongates your face and brings it to the ideal oval. This curly number has got your back.

26) Sunkissed

What a gorgeous-looking goddess! Apply a good dose of healthy gloss-adding hair products (read: a good shampoo and shine spray) on your curly pixie to land an enviable summer-ready look.

27) Pixie Style for Diamond Shaped Faces

Is it just us or pixies with layered pin curls are criminally underrated? The fact that they’ve got enough volume on top to trim down the angular features of a diamond-shaped face is a huge feat on its own.

28) Light Golden Brown Pixie Haircut

A simple layered pixie cut + a vivid color = a funky, feminine short hairstyle worthy of every compliment it gets (and it’ll get many!). This curly pixie is no different.

29) Bold Purple Pixie

Not us dialing our hairstyle to get this voluminous pixie cut ASAP! When dipped in a color as bold and vibrant as this one, your curls are bound to pop like nobody’s business.

30) Pixie Haircut for Oval Faces

Short, textured layers on top are the secret to flattering an oval face, and this curly ‘do doesn’t disappoint. Also, it’s got just the right length to give the neck and face the attention they deserve. WE ARE IN LOVE!

31) Shiny, Glowy Pixie With Smooth Edges

Look how extravagant this black pixie looks! Tousled layers on top add extra volume, while the vivid hard part creates a trendy, bold look.

32) Edgy Pin Curls Pixie

Ruffled pin curls. That’s all you need to pull off this ultra-magnetizing pixie. WE CAN’T STOP STARING!

33) Ginger Pixie Haircut

Yes, it’s possible to rock rather short hair while never sacrificing your femininity. Say hello to this bright ‘do–it’s an especially good fit for deep complexions. Your facial features are about to get a flattering of a lifetime!

34) Bold Pixie With Choppy Layers

An asymmetrical pixie cut can go from cute to edgy in a matter of minutes; this lady shows us how. She’s opted for an extreme undercut on one side and an abundance of piece-y layers and fringe on the other; it’s even dipped in a bright color. SIMPLY STUNNING!

35) Half Wavy, Half Edgy

Scratch that, it’s a whole lot edgy!  While the waves on the crown are quite stunning on their own, it’s the masterfully crafted zig-zag design on the side that really steals the show. Rock this pixie if you are craving something bold and vogue-ish.

36) Platinum Blonde Pixie

African American women who’ve successfully transitioned to blonde hair can take a page from this beauty and really up their style game. The canvas is your thick short hair; carve out a fair share of waves, get creative on the sideburns, and go really short with the fringe—that’s how you create a head-turning pixie (you’re welcome).

37) Thick, Extra Long Bangs

We thought we’d seen it all until we stumbled upon this stunner (in caps). An extra-voluminous crown, super thick bangs, super cropped sides, bright hue, and a stacked back—what more could you possibly want in an edgy pixie cut?

38) Sassy Platinum Pixie Cut 

This pixie is all about showing off quirkiness and creativity in a short style. The intricate curl design that extends all the way to the sideburns has us drooling nonstop.

39) Bright and Beautiful

Curly pixie hairstyles don’t have to be boring and predictable, and this caramel do’ is a perfect example. Its curl pattern is long and wild, especially around the crown, which makes for a fun pixie

40) Blonde Pixie With Piecey Layers

Whoever said blondes have more fun had probably sighted an African American woman with full-on blonde hair–like this one here. The short choppy layers, mini fringe, and sharp sideburn add flair and drama to the look.

41) Natural Pixie Cut

Tired of a lot of prep work in the morning? Us too. This short wavy pixie really is as low-maintenance as it gets.

42) Ultra Curly Cut With a Yellow Peekaboo Patch

First of all, wow! Secondly, this super curly ‘do is far from ordinary–the brightly colored crown injects a much-needed dose of sassiness and chic into your look.

43) Stunning Bowl Cut

What’s not to love about bowl cuts? The exaggerated top and wispy bangs that teasingly graze the eyebrows make for a unique combination.

44) Soft and Alluring

The short layers of this short pixie haircut are prim enough to flatter her oval face shape. No sharp edges or fierce bangs–just a well-balanced, perfectly-colored head of hair. APPROVED!

45) Short Brown Pixie Cut

On an oblong face, a pixie cut doesn’t require too much styling and length–instead, leave it short, textured, and to the point. The result is a gorgeous, simple look that effortlessly brings out your best features

46) Wispy Layers Galore

Take it from us–adding wispy layers to a colored edgy pixie guarantees volume and movement for days. Layers can also create natural volume; we recommend using a glossy hair paste to show off all the different lengths this cut has to offer.

47) Romantic Long Top Pixie In Caramel

For this sensational style, you’ll need curled hair. The asymmetrical pixie cut with long bangs can really flatter a round face; we invite you to try it out, thank us later!

48) Short Hair With Volume-Adding Crown

A round of applause for yet another stunning blonde pixie that checks all the right boxes–we simply can’t get enough! The bombshell color and gentle, pixie shape create an elegant, feminine look, flattering to a variety of face shapes. It’s a great option for those interested in exploring layered pixie cuts.

49) Dazzling Burgundy Pin Curls Pixie On Natural Hair

If we’d spotted this pixie earlier, we’d probably never rock another short hairstyle. Such is its irresistible feminine allure, made possible by the tight bright curls and teasy baby bangs.

50) Layered Pixie Cut for Black Women

The best pixie cuts for curly hair are cropped at ear length or beneath the chin, draped with layered curls. This ‘do definitely got the memo–and we couldn’t be more wowed.

51) Mullet-y Pixie

Aka the “mixie” or pixie mullet, this cut marries two standout hairstyles to create one bold, androgynous look. If you’re all for duality, then you’ll definitely love the head-turning perks that this pixie has to offer.

52) Super Short Curly Pixie

You’re looking at a really cute hairdo to show off your beautiful complexion, contrast of features, and exquisite jewellery taste. Ask your stylist for baby bangs—they add a gentle, feminine touch to the overall look.

53) Gorgeous Dark Pixie

With the right amount of layers and texturizing cream, pixie cuts for thick curly hair look gorgeous.

54) Two Toned Pixie Cut

Playing with a mix of contrasting colors never hurt anyone, right? This black queen shows us how to get it right, without making the face look washed out–and we couldn’t be more grateful!

55) Show-stopping Platinum Blonde Pixie

WHAT A BREATHTAKING HEAD OF HAIR! The picture below is proof enough that curly hair can also be low maintenance–as long as the curls are large and well-placed. Restore body and texture with this show-stopping blonde pixie.

56) Pixie Hairstyle For Medium Complexion

A jet black curly pixie like this one can flatter girls with warm or yellow undertones to perfection. The contrast between the two mediums is simply too gorgeous (read: outstanding) to pass up.

57) Chocolate Brown Short Pixie

That delectable head-hugging length, that sweet hue, those perfectly layered tresses on top—everything about this mini pixie is to die for!

58) “Almost” V-Cut Nape

Taking care of natural hair can be tricky if you have thick tresses. Keeping things short and sweet at the back makes your pixie so much easier to maintain.

59) Mini Bangs and Front-Facing Waves

Rather than styling your waves backwards or toward the sides, endeavor to be different by letting your tresses face forward. Granted, you’ll turn heads wherever you go. Pair the look with a super short fringe and soft sideburn to land an effortlessly feminine look.

60) Well-Defined Curls

We won’t get tired of showing just how stunning a black pixie hairstyle looks with layered pin curls. Here’s one more; match it up with big earrings for a full, sophisticated look, perfect for everyday office errands.

61) Edgy Feminine Cut 

Yet another head-turning spiked pixie. WE ARE BEDAZZLED!

62) Part Feathered, Part Piecey

This stunning pixie combines piecey layers on top and feathery layers at the bottom to land a super voluminous ‘do with incredible body. The wispy sideburns soften out the look while the led lipstick offers a beautiful contrast to the dark mane and dark chocolate complexion. WE WANT IN!

63) Subtle Face Frame

The face framing layers of this cut as seen on Teyana Taylor might not be overly pronounced, but they still do an excellent job of showing off her stunning bone structure. 10/10!

64) Low-Maintenance Pixie for Thick Hair

The beauty of undercut hairstyles is that they require near-zero maintenance, and this pixie is right up there. The subtle violet streaks on the side add a dramatic, swoon-worthy touch to an otherwise predictable cut.

65) Ginger Pixie Cut With Wispy Finish

The body in this stacked copper pixie is simply stunning! This look exudes dreamy and whimsical vibes, with the hair appearing almost floaty and possessing both length and movement. WE CAN’T STOP SWOONING!

66) Charming Short Pixie

Worn in the right length (read: shorter than normal) and color, a pixie can easily be the sexiest short hairstyle you’ll ever rock. This sleek sunkissed cut is sure to leave your next date completely enamored and lost for words, we guarantee it.

67) Turned-Up Volume

This lustrous head of hair seriously turns up the volume, thanks to textured layers on top and tousled styling.

68) Feminine Pixie for Curly Hair

This pixie cut for thick, curly hair is super feminine and soft thanks to its delicate curls. The extended top makes for an interesting twist that’s sure to have your BFFs endlessly staring, gazing, and complimenting.

69) Highlighted Pixie With Feathery Finish

The subtle highlights and soft feathering of this thick pixie will help you leave a lasting impression on everyone.

70) Pixie Bowl Cut With Bold Copper Streaks

Whenever we spot runway-ready pixie cuts like this one, we’re left wondering why some black women are reluctant to take the plunge. Play with short layers in a way that brings out your best facial features; the edgy side burn, rounded crown, and brow-grazing bangs with a peekaboo touch add a delectable twist to this cut.

Not ready to take the plunge on a pixie? Check out these 80 more short hairstyles and haircuts for black women.

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