On 12/7, Song Hye Kyo caused a stir on Instagram with photos showcasing a layered wolf cut, a blend of shag and mullet styles. The actress paired the look with an ombre knit outfit and a Fendi shoulder bag. The photos quickly spread across Thread, TikTok, and various online forums.

Hundreds of fans praised her new style: "Powerful and captivating", "She looks beautiful no matter the hairstyle", "I love this rebellious and bold new look".

The actress, 44, has favored long, feminine hair for years. Her shift to a pixie cut began in February for a Vogue Hong Kong cover shoot. Fans have largely embraced this style evolution.

The pixie cut gained popularity in the 1920s as a symbol of the flapper movement and female liberation. It represented independence and rebellion against traditional long hair. According to Vogue, the pixie is a statement for women seeking greater freedom and autonomy.

Vogue suggests Song Hye Kyo is embracing a relaxed and energetic approach to life. She's experimenting with new styles and exploring her identity as she enters middle age.

Song Hye Kyo impressed with her elegant style at the 2025 Baeksang Arts Awards. Video: K-kraze

Along with her shorter hair, Song Hye Kyo has adopted a more daring fashion sense. She has traded her previously safe choices for edgier outfits, including a silk slip dress layered over trousers at a recent event.

During a trip to Spain this summer, she looked youthful in a short, puffy cloud dress paired with a knit tank top and sneakers.

Song Hye Kyo's dynamic style is evident in her choice of a tank top and low-slung glasses.

She has embraced the "ugly shoe" trend with chunky sandals, a short-sleeved top, and a mini skirt.

The actress has also adopted the normcore aesthetic, seen here in a casual ensemble of a shirt, sweatpants, and a baseball cap.