The pixie cut has long been viewed as a symbol of individuality and nonconformist beauty. Here’s how it gained momentum over the decades.
A History of the Pixie Cut: How It Evolved Into Today’s Biggest Beauty Statement
It’s been a big year for beauty changes, particularly when it comes to hair. Over the past few weeks alone, celebrities including Demi Lovato and Cardi B have decided to freshen up their look with a super-short pixie cut. In fact, the pixie has emerged as one of the most directional cuts for 2021, but this style also has an interesting history.
A brief history of the pixie cut
One of the first examples of European women embracing short hair dates back to the early 1800s in France when women wore the Titus haircut, which was thought to have been inspired by the way a person’s hair was cut before they were put in the guillotine. Unsurprisingly, the trend didn’t stick. Long hair remained the dominant look, with the exception of the 1920s and its introduction of the bob—a subversive cut popularized by flappers.
This story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Kristen Bateman
