Pixie cuts are making a major comeback this season with a sleek, wet-look twist. These slicked pixie styles combine bold edginess with surprising versatility, perfect for anyone wanting a low-maintenance yet high-impact look. Whether you’re growing out a shorter cut or ready to chop those long locks, these trending styles offer something for everyone.
1. The Classic Slick-Back
Timeless elegance meets modern edge in this refined style. Hair is combed straight back from the forehead with a strong-hold gel for a polished finish that transitions seamlessly from office to evening events.
The longer top creates beautiful dimension while keeping sides neat and tidy.
2. Side-Swept Statement
Drama unfolds with this asymmetrical approach. One side features closely cropped hair while longer strands sweep dramatically across the forehead, creating an instant focal point.
The contrast between textures—sleek on top, textured on the sides—makes this cut particularly striking under lighting.
3. Feathered Fringe Forward
Who says slicked styles can’t have movement? This playful variation features a longer fringe pushed forward with feathered ends for softness around the face.
The contrast of sleek sides with textured bangs creates dimension while maintaining the streamlined pixie silhouette we love.
4. Platinum Power Pixie
Bold loiro platinado elevates this slicked style to icon status. The cool metallic tone against skin creates striking contrast while the wet-look styling adds mirror-like reflection.
Keeping roots slightly darker adds depth and dimension, making maintenance more manageable between salon visits.
5. Sculpted Waves
Finger waves meet modern styling in this vintage-inspired look. Using a strong-hold pomade, subtle waves are sculpted through the longer top section while keeping sides sleek.
The resulting texture creates beautiful light play across the hair, adding sophistication to the classic pixie silhouette.
6. Undercut Revelation
Secret edge defines this deceptive style. The longer top is slicked back to reveal a hidden undercut design—whether geometric patterns, shaved lines, or complete side shave.
The dramatic contrast between lengths creates visual interest from every angle while the slicked styling showcases the intricate detail work.
7. Textured Crown
Volume reigns supreme in this elevated style. While sides stay sleek and controlled, the crown area features deliberate texture and height created with product and strategic blow-drying.
The dimensional contrast between smooth sides and textured top creates a modern mullet-inspired silhouette without the commitment.
8. Parte lateral profunda
Architecture meets hairstyling in this structured look. A razor-sharp parte lateral profunda creates dramatic lines while heavy gel application ensures not a single strand strays from its designated path.
The severe parting draws attention to facial features, particularly eyes and cheekbones, for instant face-framing benefits.
9. Micro Fringe Forward
Fashion-forward edge defines this runway-ready style. Ultra-short micro bangs are slicked down across the forehead while the rest maintains sleek, close-to-head styling.
The geometric precision of the fringe creates a strong architectural element that frames eyes and brows beautifully.
10. Curly Pixie Slick
Natural texture gets the slicked treatment in this inclusive style. Curly or coily hair is defined with moisturizing gels or creams for a wet-look finish without sacrificing natural pattern.
The sides stay closer to the head while the top maintains volume, creating a balanced silhouette that celebrates texture.
11. Disconnected Lengths
Structural contrast defines this architectural cut. Dramatically different lengths—ultra short sides with significantly longer top—create bold dimension when slicked back with high-shine product.
The sharp transition between lengths (rather than a gradual fade) makes this style particularly striking and modern.
12. Rockabilly Rebellion
Vintage vibes meet modern attitude in this retro-inspired style. A dramatic pompadour-like front is slicked up and back while sides remain sleekly controlled with strong-hold pomade.
The height at the front creates flattering face-framing while the polished finish keeps it sophisticated rather than costume-like.
13. Soft Slick Pixie
Feminine softness transforms the typically edgy slicked look. Using lightweight products with medium hold creates a more natural-looking finish with gentle movement rather than severe structure.
Strategic wispy pieces around the face soften the overall effect while maintaining the trend’s essential sleekness.
14. Copper Gleam
Rich auburn tones amplify the impact of this slicked style. The metallic quality of cabelo acobreado catches light dramatically when coated with high-shine product, creating multidimensional reflection.
The warm tone is particularly flattering against most skin tones, adding a sun-kissed glow even in winter months.
15. Brushed Forward Fringe
Face-framing focus makes this style universally flattering. Longer top sections are brushed forward toward the face with product, creating soft, piece-y definition around the forehead and eyes.
The directional styling draws attention upward while the slicked texture keeps it modern rather than reminiscent of ’90s boy bands.
16. Slicked Pixie Bob Hybrid
Length meets edge in this grown-out option. Longer than traditional pixies but shorter than bobs, this in-between length works beautifully with slicked-back styling for those growing out shorter cuts.
The versatile length allows for tucking behind ears or dramatic side parts while maintaining the wet-look trend’s essence.