From the mod pixie to feathered and textured, the modern pixie cut is all about subversive, idiosyncratic style. While short hair is a key characteristic of the pixie cut, not all short hair styles are classified as pixies. “Consider your face shape, hair type, and how drastically your styling regime will change once you opt for a pixie cut, as these will be factors at play in committing to your new style,” says hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons.