We’ve collected a list of curly styles for your hair with details on how to get the look!
Curly hairstyles come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you are going for effortless-looking waves or perfectly set sophisticated curls, we’ve gathered a list of some of our favorites. Mix up your look with some fresh new inspiration below.
1. Old Hollywood Glam Hair Curls
Old Hollywood glam curly hairstyles are all about refinement. Keeping the curls together and contained is what makes this look so sophisticated and always in style.
Brandie Johnson, Frisco, TX
2. Defined Beachy Waves Hairstyles
This defined take on beachy waves allows for more structure to a curly hairstyle while still giving off the impression it’s effortless and stunning.
Nikki Ventriello, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
3. Thick Spiral Curly Hairstyle
If you want your curly hairstyle to be separated and bold, these spiral curls stand out and add volume.
Cassady Watterson, Twin Falls, ID
4. Soft Brushed Curly Hair
Soft brushed curly hairstyle pairs beautifully with long hair. The curls take on a much flatter appearance while accentuating the length and adding texture to your hair.
Joanna Moran, Clifton, NJ
5. Loose Blonde Curly Waves
Effortless indeed. This curly hair look leaves the top of the hair natural, with a loose wave in the middle to the bottom section. This gives an otherwise straight style a noticeable lift.
Rachel Parr, Bedford, NH
6. Soft, Long Beachy Waves
Taking the beachy wave and lengthening out the curls can changes the look dramatically. It’s perfect for long hair!
Nikki Ventriello, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
7. Straight to Wavy Hairstyle
Natural straight hair up top helps to accentuate the curly hair waves at the bottom. Continuing the waves to the front to frame the face brings everything together.
Demitra Galluzzo, Oceanside, NY
8. Tight Curls
If your hair is naturally curly, tight curls can help to better define them and give them a more sophisticated look.
Lay’la Zhané, Arlington, TX
9. Slight Hair Waves
These slight curly hair waves give this long hair an elevated look, emphasizing the pink fashion color in all the right places.
Deylin Amaya, Los Angeles, CA
10. Brushed Beachy Waves
Another trick in the book. Once you’ve finished creating your beachy waves, take a big flat brush and run it through your hair to soften the look for more natural-looking curly hair.
Sara Rose, Richmond, VA
11. Classic Curly Hairstyles
If you don’t want a shy curly hair look, then using an old-fashioned curling iron will give you curls tight style. Hairspray needed!
Krystle Dutton, Beaverton, OR
12. Loose Spiral Curly Hairstyles
Loose spiral hair curls are a great way to add the appearance of thicker hair. If your hair doesn’t hold a curl, set your style with hairspray and let gravity naturally transform it as the day goes on. You may like the evolution!
Hollie Slaton, Mansfield, OH
13. Matching Curls Hairstyles
Like your curly hair to be matchy, matchy? Use the same direction, method, and size in the lower section of your hair to create a more uniform curl all over.
Alisha Tompkins, Kingston, NY
