Despite curly hair being full of life and personality, it gets a little quieter when styling suggestions come up like intricate updos, perky ponytails, and elaborate braids. Just getting your curls to behave correctly when you see a hair tie can be a challenge, but thanks to these easy and cute hairstyles, we can now be a little more creative. Get ready for wild waves, bouncy curls, and bouncy coils. No more getting stuck in styleless purgatory.
Your natural curls, even the most basic styles like a topknot or messy bun, can be improved with volume, texture, and thickness. They hold their style better than most hairsprays and acquire an “undone” look with clever tendrils. Whether it’s a formal or casual look, these curly girl hairstyles are sure to impress. Here are 19 easy hairstyles for curly hair that will transform your most bland hair day into the perfect put-together.
smooth low ponytail
@AshleyAntoinBeauty
Super high, sleek ponytails and low, messy ponytails are on trend, and this ponytail has the best of both worlds and works great with curly hair. The volume and volume provided by the curls add character to the look.
clipped side parts
@kristin_ess
For women with long, curly hair, this style, which allows you to tuck all your hair to one side and walk on the more demure side (at least one side), gives it a bit of Old Hollywood charm.
corset french braid
@kathleen_hair
For this style, the French braid is pulled back into a fixed low ponytail, which is then secured for a cinched look.
scarf braid
@kristin_ess
One of the best things about curly hair is that it’s easier to have fun with than it looks, and you can enjoy how complex it can be. For this style, tie a scarf around one of the three strands of hair in your French braid, then wrap them all into a low bun.
curly top knot
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Simply gather your curls into a high, smooth bun and secure. Leave some tendrils for a nice looking frame.
inside out ponytail up hair
Pinterest/Hair Romance
This fun updo is incredibly easy and starts by layering three ponytails. Fold it a few times, pin it, and you’re done. Get the tutorial at Hair Romance.
Perfect Messy Bun
Instagram/@veronica_nunez
This high updo allows you to twist your naturally curly hair to create an easy hairstyle perfect for any occasion. Push your hair up and away from your face.
tie with ribbon
Instagram/@miyuwada
We love the dainty of sheer velvet ribbon, whether it’s used in French braids like this one or for easy half-up styles. Even if you’re hiding a lot of dry shampoo, add simple finishing touches to keep it looking put together.
bobby pin details
@natalieannehair
Accessorizing your coils with creatively placed bobby pins is a great way to grab major style points without any hassle.
triple buns
@hairromance
To achieve this cute everyday style, divide your hair into three sections and create three buns. You can get the illusion of a more intricate updo by tying them tightly together.
fishtail halo
Instagram/@hairandmakeupbysteph
Add some spice to your regular curls by taking a section of hair at the back of your bangs and braiding it into a fishtail. Swing the braid up the back of your head and pin it in place, repeating on the other side if necessary.
ribbon accent ponytail
@kristin_ess
Complete your instant look with a tight high ponytail accented with a thick silky bow.
wrap a scarf
Instagram/@veronica_nunez
Transform your topknot with a colorful silky scarf for an instant look of style and sass. Pair it with day-old hair and express your personality in seconds.
super slick draw pony
@veronica_nunez
Add some shine to your look with a low ponytail that keeps your curls neat and fluffy at the back.
cute pin
@kristin_ess
Invest in stylish accent pieces to transform your curly hair whenever you want. No styling required.
relaxed ponytail
@hairromance
If you have curly hair, you can easily reduce the weight of a heavy ponytail by actually creating two ponytails on top of each other. Your natural volume will hide the evidence, and you are set to have much more volume.
messy topknot
Instagram/@ashley_moore
With this topknot, you can add great character to an easy updo with bouncy curls. No-mark hair rings keep your bun secure yet messy. Complete the look with some tendrils hanging down.
french braid low ponytail
@hairromance
This style takes you from day to night when you need it, with an easy and elegant French braid and a wrapped low ponytail that stays put at any angle.
Half buns for short hair
If you think short curly hair doesn’t have much to do with it, except for half-bun hairstyles, you’re missing out on the world of hair accessories. This simple twisted bun allows you to keep your short hair out of your face without much effort.
