A short and sassy pixie has become extremely popular in many hairstylists’ chairs. What was once an edgy haircut has become the standard for women seeking a streamlined and polished look. In order to jazz up your new pixie cut, we recommend adding in a lovely or fun color. From rich dark hues to punchy primary shades and elaborate highlights, we have 40 dyed pixie cut ideas that are sure to inspire.
Colorful Pixie Cuts
It’s much easier and safer to try new hues on shorter lengths. A cool short cut plus a stunning hair color is a winning combo and a nice way to change your appearance drastically if it’s something you are in the mood for!
1. Dark Brown to Blonde Pixie
@rafaelbertolucci1
We can’t get enough of this ‘do! The smart transition from dark hair to medium brown to bright blonde is simply breathtaking. A great proof you can create a stunning ombre even on a pixie cut!
2. Plum Pixie Cut
A short haircut with front bangs is always an appealing combination, but if you want a look that is different from everyone else’s, simply inject a pop of color. Choose the shade that complements your skin tone for a wow factor.
@nevilleromanzammit
3. Pastel Pink Pixie
Sleek and elegant, pink pixie haircut creates a layer of intrigue that surrounds whoever is rocking the style. Shadow roots and peachy highlights make a good addition to the main color.
@salsalhair
4. Blonde Pixie Bob with Highlights
Having a bleach blonde look is the best move to make when your hair is shorter. As we all know, bleaching hair can affect the health of your tresses; however, with a short do – you’re free to explore color! This creamy blonde hue with platinum blonde highlights looks really impeccable!
@hirohair
5. Chocolate Brown Curls
Balance out your bouncy curly bang with a neat taper in the back. The rich chocolate brown hue of this brunette pixie underlines the wish to keep it natural while head-turning.
@ricardodinis
6. Copper Red Pixie with Long Bangs
Show off chiseled cheekbones by drawing attention to them with long side bangs and dimensional light to dark color. This is one of the shades that flatter deep complexions best.
@pekelariley
7. Frosted Pixie Cut
Frosting is one of the most popular color techniques for those rocking a pixie hairstyle. Whether you opt for a blonde hue or enhance the bleached tips with pastel colors, you are sure to get a brightened and more interesting look.
@ottolawrence
8. Chunky Highlights
Curly bangs are all the rage, inspiring more and more women to take up the Curly Girl method and embrace their unique hair type. Sweet curls are the perfect pairing with an edgy pixie cut that boasts closely cropped nape and temples and chunky colorful highlights.
@jeanclaudeelmoughayar
9. Rose Gold Pixie with an Undercut
Can pixie be cute and edgy at the same time? It seems the mission isn’t impossible if you pair a feminine rose gold shade with a bold undercut that’s only partly covered by long and choppy top layers.
@shmoakin_hair
10. Honey Blonde Balayage
Honey blonde balayage set out by light brown base looks very gentle and to the point. Romantic long side bang scores additional points for this beautiful pixie.
11. Pale Turquoise
Asymmetrical razored pixie with the undercut design is statement-making on its own, but if you are used to wearing short haircuts, cool hair dye like this turquoise blue can take your hair experiment a step further.
@presleypoe
12. Ash Blonde with Highlights and Lowlights
Having ash blonde as a central shade, this pixie bob is pure perfection due to the seamless blend of platinum highlights and cool brown lowlights. Going for a smart color like this, learn to prevent brassiness starting day one.
@jordi_renee
13. Dark Red with Balayage Highlights
Rock a red pixie cut with flair by combining different red shades to achieve dimensional color and add vibrancy. Some feathered layers will create texture and give a soft finish to the dyed pixie cut.
@salonsezar
14. Holographic Pixie
Looking at this piece of hair art, would you ever believe this is a quarantine DIY dye job? It is, though. The hair blogger used lots of pastel colors to create a rainbow pixie hairstyle that is showy, yet not too edgy.
@sarah_louwho
15. Neon Yellow
An androgynous pixie haircut or a shocking neon yellow hair color sounds like a challenge, but if it’s something your personality asks for in terms of self-expression, why not? The style appears pretty “refreshing” in a world filled with black and white.
@bangmyhair
16. Highlighted Tight and Short Curls
Let every swirl of your beautiful tight curls pop with color. Try the Pintura technique for precise application and a gentle color job that won’t ruin your hair texture.
@beautiful_by_natalie
17. Jet Black Bixie
You don’t always have to choose a brighter shade to brighten up your completion; go for the opposite and set it off with a shiny jet black hue. A cute pixie bob or bixie, which is high in trend now, will help you soften the look.
@samisueluvsyourhair
18. Cool Brown Pixie Cut
Sometimes, it’s best to stick with the tried and true styles. A textured ash brown pixie with wispy bangs is a classic look that can work for any occasion and in any setting.
@ignasdilys
19. Silver Pixie for Thick Hair
White blonde hair makes a super bright look worthy of a snow squeen. A shade darker root smudge will make the color and the undercut pixie really pop!
@henniegebhardt
20. Block Colored Bangs
This is a proof that you can sport colored hair at any age. It is all about your confidence and personal style. The bright yellow and copper bangs are a huge update to the medium brown pixie that hazel eyes really stand out.
21. Patchwork Pixie
Rainbow hair is a very whimsical hair color idea, but you will always see women eager to join the unicorn tribe. If you feel ready to go this way, a textured pixie cut will make the excellent canvas.
@bottleblonde76
22. Lavender Pixie Cut with Highlights
When you want to rock a fun color like lavender, the darkened roots are a way to make your hair color more sophisticated. This creates depth and keeps your edgy cut from looking overwhelming. Plus, incorporating the darker elements makes the hue less sweet.
@modernsalon
23. Shades of Purple Pixie Cut
This hairstyle is a gift that keeps on giving. In the cut, in the color, and in the texture, it’s a beautiful version to illustrate the pastel hair trend. This pixie cut with highlights is a colorful dream. Make it come true.
@rebeccataylorhair
24. Bleach Blonde Pixie Cut As Fauxhawk
Bleach blonde hair is a favorite among rock stars due to its ability to be sexy and sweet at the same time. Take a cue from a style icon like Gwen Stefani and pair your hue with a signature red lip.
@vedenikt
25. Snowflake Pixie Cut
They say no two snowflakes are identical. Some stylists would claim the same about haircuts and hair colors. Each one takes on its own unique flavor, because every woman holds her own unique essence. What does your pixie hair color say about you?
@thesocietyforhair
26. Pixie Cut with Purple Highlights
Soft waves are usually romantic, but when combined with a shaved design and violet highlights, they become tough and exciting. It is a great way to show off your individuality, especially if you work in a creative environment.
@jessdomyhair
27. Platinum Blonde Pixie Cut
This platinum pixie cut puts a smile on anyone’s face! New variations of trendy pixie hair colors include ash blonde balayage solutions which can be multi-tonal or two tone, like in this example.
@hairstylistlisarehana
28. Red Wine Pixie
This red pixie cut is no mere red pixie cut. It’s choppy, with subtle highlights and awesome acicular texture. The color is flattering for both fair skin tones and tanned skin.
@modernsalon
29. Layered Pixie Cut
Colorful, bleached or natural, pixies look great on African American women. This cut boast expertly cut layers throughout that increase in length towards the bangs. We love the warm orange-y hue of this blonde that flatters the girl’s skin tone so much.
@modernsalon
30. Layered Brown-Purple Pixie
Forget fifty shades of grey and instead go for fifty shades of purple! By combining multiple violet hues, you can transform a standard layered pixie cut into something very interesting and chic.
@swoonsalonphx
31. Choppy Brown Pixie
For the coffee queens out there, why not profess your undying love for the beverage by coloring your hair multiple shades of brown. The base color may be a beautiful deep mocha, while the highlights a nice swirly milk chocolate.
@hairstorystudio
32. Sky Blue Pixie Cut
This is not your everyday pixie cut. This is a short hair style of the future. You don’t need to have long tresses to rock a cool undercut. This ombre pixie cut works on just about any and all hair lengths! Whatever your hairstyle, know that you run the show – not your hair.
@modernsalon
33. Very Short Cut with Green Bang
Here is another great example of playing with proportions. You can use it to achieve an edgy result. This stunning pixie also incorporates a color for a truly head-turning hairstyle. The green ombre side bang still manages to appear lightweight and charming.
@nothingbutpixies
34. Magenta Pixie Cut
Images like this one always catch the eye and don’t leave anyone indifferent. This lady must work in a creative field or be a trendsetter. A daring look for a daring woman.
@modernsalon
35. Black Choppy Pixie
No pixie cut gallery is complete without a choppy pixie. This is an example of a must have in the world of short hair. A brunette pixie for thick hair can stand out with its texture, while the color may remain natural.
@modernsalon
36. Colorful Pixie Cut
This modern brown pixie cut is upgraded with a side undercut and e few colorful feathers that work as a stunning accent you can pair with the colors of your clothes, accessories or makeup.
@stevieannesmith
37. Crimson Pixie Cut
Short hair cut in layers makes a stunning look of a sassy girl. If that’s not enough, you can enhance it with a bright red hair color which is, of course, not solid. Dark roots and subtle highlights add class and sophistication to the style that could be otherwise classified as funky and even gaudy.
@lapomponnee
38. Silver Colored Pixie
While the younger generation is experimenting with the granny hair craze, the older generation is ramping up the future of colored hair. Ash blonde pixie cuts like this have more than a little bit of edge! The pastel blue roots and light purple highlights make all the difference for the overall look.
@hairbykristinamarie
39. Gray and Blue Pixie
What new pixie hair color to pick? Ash blonde or gray hues are now among the most popular choices. If you are young, gray does not age you – give it a test run. Throw some pastel blue highlights into the mix if you want to go further.
@alexanderscotthair
40. Blonde Faux Mohawk with Bangs
If you want to wear a fringe with your pixie, but are worried about a look that is reminiscent of a bowl cut, it is important to add layers to the top section and get the sides clipped short. These two points create an edgy Mohawk-inspired style, while still providing a length on top.
@jacquelynmarieh
Pixie is a universally flattering style that can be worn in a variety of different ways – curly, wavy, straight, messy, sleek, asymmetrical, and with a pop of color. While the hairdo usually has the reputation of being buttoned-up, these looks show that with a healthy dose of color, the classic haircut can be transformed.
