Sometimes the most memorable styles happen when you throw out the rule book and follow pure creative instinct. That’s exactly what unfolded when Vivienne Mackinder — legendary stylist and founder of Vivienne Mackinder Education — crafted this striking, ultra-modern pixie cut.
Featuring a soft, disconnected veil and delicately free-hand painted purple tips, the look is an effortless blend of precision and spontaneity. There was no rigid plan, no predetermined formula—just flow, intuition, and artistic curiosity guiding the process.
The result is a one-of-a-kind creation that captures the essence of hair as an art form: expressive, experimental, and deeply personal. It’s a reminder that sometimes the magic happens not in the blueprint, but in the moment.
“This style is for the young, cool, and confident woman who dares to stand apart — edgy yet feminine, effortless yet intentional. What makes it so much fun is its versatility: the model tied the veil into a ponytail, then a twisted messy bun, and even braids…who says, “short hair is limiting?” As she played with her hair, she showed me new facets of her personality and the cut, so cool!
“A 100% razor haircut, this style was abstract and intuitive, born from pure flow rather than classic technique…if you asked me to recreate it, I probably couldn’t — it was art in the moment, I threw away the rule book,” explains Mackinder.
Stylists interested in learning how to build confidence and embrace creative flow can learn more by taking Mackinder’s 12 Week Haircutting Challenge. This experience is geared towards established stylists looking to master their craft.