The Trixie Cut: a modern Pixie update for grey and white hair

If you have grey or white hair and want to look a little fresher in the mirror, it’s easy to default to the classic Pixie cut. In salons, though, a more contemporary option is now appearing that was created specifically for this age group: the so-called “Trixie Cut”. It’s a style that feels easier to wear, while deliberately softening the face so it appears gentler and more youthful.

From Pixie to “Trixie Cut”

Rather than simply repeating the traditional Pixie, this newer take updates the look with mature hair in mind.

What really lies behind the trendy Trixie Cut

The Trixie Cut comes from TONI&GUY trend salons and was brought into the spotlight by celebrity hairstylist Cos Sakkas. The concept is straightforward: rethink the well-loved Pixie and tailor it to the realities of older hair. Particularly after a 70th birthday, hair texture often changes noticeably-it becomes finer, drier, and thinner in certain areas.

How the cut works with mature hair

Instead of trying to disguise those changes, the Trixie Cut is designed to work with them:

• slightly more length than a typical Pixie