As a creative person, musician and actress at heart, Stacey Bradshaw has experimented a lot with her hairstyles just out of curiosity: blunt and side swept bangs, layered haircut, long bob, highlights, dark toning etc. “Life is too long to be afraid of changes. Monotony is dull” is her motto. She is a freelance writer, keen reader, and just a curious person, who loves exploring new useful information on nutrition and beauty tips for keeping hair healthy and pretty.
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Cortne is a fashion blogger, managing editor, and freelance writer. She has spent the last five years of her life writing within the fashion, beauty and lifestyle industry and working in digital media. Now she works as a junior beauty editor at L'Oréal Paris` skincare.com. A real beauty expert! Here on TheRightHairstyles.com she writes about hair trends, picks the best hair products for you, explains how to choose a proper haircut and get perfect beach waves.
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Sarah D’Angelo is a hairstylist and educator from Ontario, Canada, specializing in cutting and coloring naturally wavy, curly and super curly hair types. Sarah values growth and education and loves helping people embrace their natural texture. Her introduction to curl specific techniques in 2012, after almost a decade in the hairstyling industry, felt contradictory to everything she had learned; yet as a fellow curly person who could relate to its challenges, she recognized there was a need for inclusivity in hair education. Sarah enjoys the diversity and customization of working with her clients’ unique hair types. Her areas of expertise include dry hair cutting, hand-painted coloring techniques and product education. When not working behind the chair, Sarah loves to train new stylists, create tutorials, read and write.
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Curly or wavy hair is lovingly referred to as a blessing and a curse. Curls do not always settle as you’d like them to, tend to become voluminous or simply choose to stick out whimsically. Does that mean you should become best friends with a flat iron? By no means! There are many convenient, on-trend curly hairstyles that will flatter your face shape and suit your lifestyle. Here are 60 modern hairstyles for curly hair that you can adopt for your chic looks.
Short Curly Hair: Short, bouncy curls pair beautifully with long, side-swept bangs. You can either straighten the bangs or leave them curly to match the rest of your hair. Delicate highlights are a great way to enhance the texture and add dimension to your short hairstyle. Punk-inspired styles featuring tousled curls and edgy bangs also work well with short hair.
Medium-Length Curly Hair: Large, loose waves, medium-sized springy curls, and smaller ringlets complement shoulder-length haircuts perfectly. Hair experts recommend tousled styles with beachy waves and curls as the most natural-looking options. Be mindful that your curls will shrink and bounce up but don’t be too quick to dismiss the idea of a curly bob haircut. With the right shape, these effects won’t be an issue.
Long Curly Hair: Longer lengths offer a variety of options, such as defined, polished curls, natural, carefree waves, or tousled tendrils. To lighten up long curls, try layering, which can give your curly hair a revitalized, fresh appearance.
Explore the most inspiring examples and the latest trends in curly hairstyles.
@undoneco
Your natural texture is your secret weapon of sexiness and elegance, so next time you have a formal event, don’t reach for a straightener. Instead, create a loose French braid and hide the ends in a full messy bun. Pull out some wispy bang pieces to complete the look.
If you’re finally ready to take your long curly hair into the medium length world, try styling it with a deep side-part and length that lands right at the shoulder. Your hair will look livelier than ever, and instead of curls being weighed down by gravity, this cut gives them fresh bounce.
@caroldoscaracois
There’s no question; a long jet black bob is one of our favorite ways to wear cute hairstyles for naturally curly hair. It’s a style that works great for women who don’t have overly curly locks. The side part and loose waves frame the face. You can also tuck the shorter side behind one ear for a more casual appeal.
@salsalhair
U-cut natural curly hairstyles look great if your hair has long, loose waves. The dark-brown color proudly shows off your hair’s natural shimmer and shine.
@cabelariaa
Layers can be used on medium length curly hair to generate volume at the roots and enhance the organic texture of your locks. Ask your stylist to include a few extra layers around your face for a softer, more flattering look.
@alchemyorlando
Medium-length bob tops curly hair ideas for women who crave change and self-expression. Style it with longer curly bangs for a flattering face framing and hairstyle versatility.
@faithincurls
A full set of thick and luscious bangs bring out all the best aspects of your medium length curly hair. The brown base color with dark blonde highlights helps it look especially well-nourished and healthy. If you have brown eyes, a pop of bright red lipstick can make an excellent addition to this face-framing shoulder-length cut.
@faithincurls
There’s a lot of flexibility in this shoulder length curly hairstyle because it looks equally attractive when parted on the side and down the middle. The subtly highlighted brown tone is neutral and low-key. You can easily grab a handful of curls and pull them into a ponytail or a topknot for an extra-sporty style.
@dashell_devacurl
Bey, Bey, Bey, Bey-ond cute, you’ll look just like Beyonce with the fabulous star-struck hairstyle shown here. These tousled, long and loose girly curls create fullness that takes this style to new heights, both in the indirect and direct meaning of the word.
@chanelstylez
We just love naturally curly haircuts that show off your eyes and frame the face. If you like your curls to appear tousled and effortless, you’ll appreciate this style. There’s something about the shag hat attracts modern day fashionistas. It’s a wash and wear cut that’s simple to style and maintain.
@seandisco
Curly haircuts done on dry curly hair ensure the cut compliments your curl pattern. If you don’t want extra volume on top, style with straighter roots. w, Collarbone length curls have a natural way of framing and slimming your face when parted off-center to the side This chocolate brown color is luxurious and rich.
@brunodantte
What style should you go for when you want a haircut for long hair that’s super-curly? How about a Nicole Kidman inspired hairstyle in a trendy, delicious color? The curlicue tendrils and long wispy bangs set off the eyes and taper down to emphasize the lips. If you’ve got it, flaunt it!
@atoya_thecurlyhairstudio
Short naturally curly hairstyles can look dated when not customized to your curls and head shape. The barely perceptible A-line angle and light shaping in the back make this bob both simple and youthful.
@hairbyshanell
Who doesn’t have an inner lioness? Curly girls are lucky, because they can let it out. There’s a reason all of our favorite curly-haired divas have tried this look: it’s incredibly sexy. The dark eyebrows and roots only make this style that much better.
@jordanheidenwith
Haircuts for naturally curly hair are always in style, after all, not every woman wants to spend her precious time in the morning fussing with a blow dryer. To update your lob, finger-comb it, add a bit of mousse, and let it air dry.
@salsalhair
Balayage hair iffers from ombre. Both are typically darker at the roots and become lighter towards the ends, but balayage is designed to make your tresses look like they have natural, sun-kissed highlights. It has a a more gradiant transition than ombre coloring and looks particularly beautiful in long curly hairstyles.
@curlqueenleyla
If you’re running out of unique hair color ideas for your wispy, curly locks, look no further. These long pink-blonde tendrils float around the cheeks and eyes in a sea of tender waves. If your hair is soft, fine and light, it’s a beautiful hair color choice.
@melhairdresser
Curly hairstyles can be worn in a variety of ways, which is quite practical, because as the weather changes, so does the tightness of your curls. One way to maintain shape and avoid surprises is to cut your hair into a medium length shag. These shaggy layers have a sparkle of babylights, and the big curls do a great job of framing the face.
@redbloomsalon
This layered style is for medium hair that’s very curly. Ask for layers around your face to blend fullness from the roots to the ends, accentuating your facial features.
@casadantiga
While the thought of choosing only one of the many beautiful hairstyles for naturally curly hair might feel overwhelming, it can feel even more difficult when your hair is super-long and has a tendency to frizz. The key to keeping these copper brown curls controlled and frizz-free is a moisturizing hair cream and strong hold mousse.
@natebehindthechair
If you’ve been blessed with a full head of super-curly hair, show it off proudly with a voluminous layered hairstyle. The dark color of this bouncy lob makes your hair look dense, yet lightweight.
@dashell_devacurl
When you leave the length a little longer in the front, hairstyles for naturally curly hair gain a nice, structured look. Jet black and stacked in the back: it’s a sophisticated option that works great with wavy or curly hair. If you live in a high humidity climate, remind your stylist to consider curl shrinkage to ensure you feel fabulous about your hairstyle no matter what the weather has in store.
@briahna_thestylist
Defining your curls with a styling product is one of the best ways to enhance your waves and make them look even curlier than they already are. This flexible hairstyle can be parted to the side or down the middle. Strategically placed copper highlights, create dimension and show off your curl pattern.
@brunodantte
When you are dealing with the in-between stages of growing your hair out from a shorter cut, try a shaggy, tomboyish style. Shags are ideal for short naturally curly hair because they’re cute and easy to style.
@salsalhair
Oodles of textured copper bronze curls cascade on the shoulders and soar around the face like a soft cloud. Natural curls are beautiful; a complimentary layered cut and subtle highlights only further enhance the natural beauty of your hair.
@thecurlsupplier
This highlighted style with loose curls is incredible on mid-length hair. It looks windswept and beachy – like you’ve just spent a good week in the sun! It’s chic and effortless, and with the right face framing layers, suits any age and face shape.
@chelseastockhaus
This ethereal hair style reminds us of everything we love about the seventies. To get this look, treat your curls to a leave-in conditioner and defining cream and let them air dry naturally, fluffing and separating curls once they are dry.
@hollygirldoeshair
If you have a naturally wavy and thick hair type that feels unmanageable, curly layered haircuts will work perfectly for you. Layers remove bulk and create shape, while short bangs further disperse any weight and heaviness.
@jayne_edosalon
Worried about medium length, naturally curly hairstyles becoming overly voluminous? Not here! Calm, cool and neat, this shoulder-length, layered, chocolate brown cut is effortless. The simple wavy lines and tousled side part make it a spectacular choice for low-maintenance individuals looking to inject a little playfulness into their style.
@salonskanda
For ladies with super-thick curly hair, a shaggy layered cut with bangs can be a creative way to control and taper volume. If you have dark brown hair, add some light chocolate highlights to help define each ringlet. Use your fingers to utilize good frizz and create volume in the back.
@hairbypaulaperalta
The best thing about curls is that they don’t have to be perfectly defined to look great. If your curly bob haircut with bangs is looking a little messy one day, just go with it to make it your trendy style. You can use a curling iron or a wand to create a bit more defined curl pattern if you want, but this haircut looks stunning as it is!
@jhonyveiga
These amazing full-bodied brown curls create an envious mane that grazes the shoulders and emphasizes femininity. Any unwanted volume and frizz can be tamed with a product suitable for your hair type. High quality mousses or gels are great options in most cases.
@curlyonq
If you’ve been wearing your long curls in too-tight ponytails, you might notice your hairline beginning to thin and your forehead becomming more prominent due to breakage. One great solution is to cut your hair into a shaggy style with curly bangs. Your hair will get a lift with a lot more body and texture when the shorter curls are able to spring up naturally.
@hairmajestiii
Another type of long-length hairstyle for curly hair is relaxed low updos. Loose, thick, side braids detail this feminine and romantic up-style full of delicate curls. The subtle highlights enhance your complexion and give depth to the base hair color.
@styledbyabbi
Your long, loopy curls can look amazing in voluminous tousled hairstyles. “Messy” is the key word here, and that’s just what you should be thinking when you are styling this look. Part it to the side, work product into your curls, scrunch, and let your blonde waves dry naturally to reduce the frizzies.
@hair_by_michelle
Fine curly hair doesn’t have to be boring or flat. Your first step to liven it up is to give it a healthy dose of blonde highlights. Then, part it on the side and let some tendrils flutter around the face, framing your forehead and cheekbones. Match the tone of your eyebrows with your roots to give this casual layered cut edgy sophistication.
@hairbykatiek
Keep your waves and curls beachy and easy to style by choosing simple bob haircuts for curly hair that only need a quick finger comb to look amazing. The partial sun-kissed highlights help define loose tendrils on the sides making the style more detailed and visually interesting.
@ashley_hairstylist__
Cute and sassy, this short chocolate brown bob with babylights works wonderfully on thick hair. The extra long tendrils in the front act as an extension of the curly bangs and soften the face. The curls have been cut into an inverted shape, which helps the ringlets stand out and adds a lot of fullness to the back.
@salonink
Want to make your medium haircut more stylish and eye-catching? Frame your face with beautiful, naturally wavy locks thrown over one side to boost volume and fullness. You’ll definitely turn heads after this switch-up!
@giboazhair
Curly layered haircuts can accentuate the most flattering facial features, such as these beautiful eyes. They can also balance bone structure and make the face appear thinner, which makes this style perfect for girls with a round face shape.
@slickback_buttahtoast
This long-layered shag haircut is excellent for achieving volume. Defined by choppy layers and a heavily textured appearance, it makes locks visually thicker and fuller. With curly hair, the shag looks great, and the layers of the cut complement the movement of the curls.
@hollygirldoeshair
If you are looking for the right haircut for your natural hair texture, take notice of this gorgeous hairdo. This curly hairstyle perfectly suits any type of curl. Try a side part and cute subtle highlights to add a bit of spice to your hairdo.
@hirohair
This hairdo is exactly what you need to become the star of a sophisticated night out! Voluminous curls styled with a lightweight texturizing cream will beautifully frame your face, highlight your beauty, and boost your confidence!
@nevilleromanzammit
Curly hair showcases highlights perfectly, so why not add a beautiful sandy blonde hue to your natural hair color? Style your gorgeous loose waves to the side to make this cut stylish and trendy. Also, leave the roots dark for a low-maintenance lived-in look.
@slickback_buttahtoast
Curly hair is quite versatile as you can wear it in different ways, including this middle part. Spiral curls soften this look while framing the face beautifully. Plus, this layered bob helps complement symmetrical features and draw attention to your best assets.
@jhonyveiga
When you have natural curls, styles like this can seem out of reach since frizz is so common with curly hair. It’s all about finding what your hair truly wants. Gentle cleansers, along with products formulated with natural oils and moisturizers can be life changing.
@mustafabaturofficial
Looking for a hairstyle that will make you look younger? Try this lovely layered haircut with tousled curls and side parting. A curly bob like this looks perfect with any hair type, so you definitely won’t regret it.
@giboazhair
Short layered haircuts for curly hair are really gorgeous! They help build volume around the perimeter and create a shape that emphasizes your facial features and balances round and oval face shapes. Use a curl-defining cream to define your spirals and hold their shape longer.
@slickback_buttahtoast
It’s impressive how short curly hairstyles can completely change your appearance. Voluminous curls and curly bangs make this look absolutely stunning! It perfectly frames the face and highlights features, particularly the eyes and cheekbones, creating a soft and romantic style.
@hollygirldoeshair
Mid-length layered haircuts add dimension to the hair, both on the crown and the sides. Let your stylist cut your long curly hair into this stylish curly shag. It will remove excess weight and permit your curls to effortlessly stack on top of each other.
@brentdanielbasore
Long curly hair gives a less voluminous appearance as your curls are loosened by their natural weight. For a unique, fashion-forward style, choose a V-cut instead of a blunt chop. Tres chic!
@jennifer.freesia
Can you believe the hands of a stylist never touched these delightful locks? Rather it’s the result of the sea breeze that shaped them into fantastic natural waves and the generous sun that charged them with exquisite brightness.
@modernsalon
This cheeky curly bob is a great way to style your hair in a fun, girlish way and let the world know you are ready for change! This haircut has the ideal medium length, making you feel comfortable even on the hottest summer days.
@maygovintage
Are your curls full and fluffy? Do you think you look your best with curly bangs? Go for a layered cut that offers a rounded shape and freedom for your curls to show off their texture.
@dayglowbimbo
Here, rich curls are styled forward on the face, framing it in a flirty manner. The round shape of this classy hairstyle, in tandem with broken curls and edgy contours, looks harmonious and up-to-the-minute.
@modernsalon
Reminiscent of the 1980’s, big curly hair is making a comeback! Loco loose curls dance around the head and take on a life of their own. Softly highlighted with honey tones, each curl gently falls into one another. Go big or go home!
@jessicaevelym
Long curly hair with a defined curl pattern looks adorable, and here is one trick that will make it even more eye-catching – gorgeous blonde balayage. Ask your hairstylist for highlights scattered throughout your locks to spice up this haircut.
@eujayrodrigues
Revamp your shoulder length dark locks by incorporating babylights in a lighter hue. They will bring out the texture and dimension in your hair for a beautiful, natural, sun-kissed look.
@hairslaybytay
Medium-length curly hairstyles always give your hair big volume. And with bangs on the side, your weightless, curly hairstyle will look just admirable! To replicate these bouncy curls, use a flexible hairspray to define your locks and keep them bouncy all day.
@mo_safi_
Some short curly hairstyles can have a truly breathtaking effect, just like this one! It has a full crown, with texturized ends, thus creating movement and dimension. Additionally, if you finish your style with a shine spray, it will give the same radiant finish to your spiral curls.
@rodrigocintra
Now, that’s how you rock your curly styles! If you are tempted to try something different, be sure to visit an experienced professional for your new style. Hair will always grow back, but it’s still important that you are happy with your cut and style right away, because, as we know, change can make your day!
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At times it can feel like our curls have a mind of their own. Put some energy into finding products that define your curls and a routine that works with your lifestyle so you can feel more confident taking on fun new shapes. The more consistent we are with our styling routine, the more consistent our curls will behave. Product is only the beginning; a great curly cut lays the foundation for great curly hair days.”