Spiky hair for women is one of those bold edgy hair things that just keeps coming back in fashion. Every time I see a really good spiky pixie or a bold faux hawk I get a little excited all over again, because. I mean, can you look any more edgy and fierce than that?? The answer is nope. It is just such a fun look to play with.
The cool thing is there is no single way to do it. You can go soft and textured or tall and sharp and dramatic, totally depends on the vibe you are going for. I rounded up some super fun styles in this post that cover a really wide range, so even if you have no idea where to start, something in here will probably speak to you.
Platinum Blonde with Shadow Root Dramatic Spike Mohawk
Platinum blonde with a soft natural shadow root and honestly, wow. The sides are shaved down very close and the top is a big bold mohawk with tall separated spikes that have real height and presence. So much going on and it all works together. The shadow root actually makes it look less harsh, which surprised me the first time I saw it done. Bring this photo to your stylist if you are feeling brave.
Deep Cherry Burgundy Spiky Pixie
Oh this color is so rich, I could stare at it all day. Deep cherry red with purple mixed in, kind of like a dark wine. The top is pushed up into soft spikes that have a lived-in feel to them. Short sides make the whole top section pop really nicely. I really think this works even in a work setting, which not every spiky look can pull off. Pretty and easy to wear every single day.
Peachy Rose Gold Spiked Pixie
Warm and soft and so pretty, that is this look. The color is a peachy coral with rose gold mixed in and it is just lovely. Swept back into a little crest of spikes on top, the whole thing feels feminine but still has real edge to it. Short pixie cut with the top fanned up is what makes it all come together. Great for fine or medium hair types. All the volume you could want comes from the styling, not from the length.
Deep Teal Spiked Pixie Faux Hawk
Deep teal from root to tip and I am completely obsessed. The faux hawk on top is sharp and tall and the color is so saturated it almost looks unreal. Every spike is defined and totally intentional. Tight pixie underneath keeps everything clean and neat. This is not a subtle look at all and that is completely the point. Go big or go home, right?
Lavender Silver Spiky Faux Hawk
This color reads lavender in some light and cool steel gray in others. So interesting! The top is built up into a tall feathery faux hawk with really nice lift. Tapered close on the sides and it suits medium skin tones so well in my opinion. Want bold color without going full neon? This is the sweet spot right here.
Neon Magenta Spiky Pixie Faux Hawk
The color alone will stop you in your tracks. It is a full neon hot pink, almost magenta, and it is turned all the way up. Sharp little spikes go in every direction on top and I love it so much. The cut is a close pixie with a faux hawk styled up high. Fine and medium hair both do really well with this. If you want big drama without a lot of length to deal with, this is it.
Dark Espresso with Copper Balayage Spiky Pixie
Dark espresso brown on the bottom with warm copper and caramel running through the top, what a combo. When the hair is styled up into spikes all those warm tones just glow. The contrast between the dark sides and the lighter lifted top creates so much interest. This is a great pick if you are not ready for fantasy colors yet. Still edgy, still really cool, but totally wearable for real life.
Blue-Black Natural Undercut Spiky Pixie
You do not need crazy color to look seriously cool. Proof is right here. Dark blue-black hair cut into a sharp undercut pixie with a clean faux hawk on top. The cut does all the work and it looks so precise. Still edgy, still spiky, but totally office-friendly too. This one is for people who want the look but need to keep things a little more professional.
Ice White Pearl Spiky Faux Hawk
This might honestly be my favorite of all of them. Ice white with just a tiny hint of pearl in it, the color is almost unreal. Shaved sides and a tall dramatic faux hawk on top, the spikes are sharp and stand up really high. The whole silhouette just blows me away. You need a full bleach to get here but wow, it is so worth it.
Dark Ash Brown with Lighter Tips Spiky Undercut
A softer take on the whole spiky thing. Dark ash brown with just a little lightness at the tips that shows up nicely when the hair is styled upward. Shaved sides and a casual tousled spike shape on top, nothing too extreme or scary. Really good starting point if you are new to spiky styles. Still looks great without being too intense.
Bright Platinum White Voluminous Spiky Pixie
Warm creamy platinum, not icy at all, and very pretty. Big voluminous spiky texture all over the top with tons of separation between the pieces. The sides are buzzed tight which makes the top look even bigger and bolder. Really great for fine hair because the short sides take away all the bulk. All the volume lives in the styling and it works perfectly.
Chocolate Brown with Amber Highlights Windswept Spikes
Dark chocolate brown with amber and copper highlights scattered all through the top. When it is spiked up those warm pieces really catch the light in the best way. The spikes here look more windswept and free rather than stiff and structured, which I really love. Feels wearable and genuinely cool at the same time. Thick or medium hair with some natural movement is going to look amazing with this.
Forest Teal Tall Spiky Faux Hawk
More teal, but this one goes even bigger. The color is a deeper forest green and the spikes stand up super tall, way taller than most of the others here. Shaved down very close on the sides so that top section gets all the attention. This is the one you get when you want people to notice you from across the room. So dramatic and I love it.
Dark Brown with Golden Copper Tips Spiky Faux Hawk
Dark brown at the roots and warm golden copper at the tips, such a good pairing. The tips glow when the hair is spiked up into a faux hawk shape. Short pixie undercut underneath makes the top the clear star of the whole look. Edgy but still warm and pretty at the same time. I think this one flatters a really wide range of people and that is why I like it so much.
