Let us not lie: curly hair is a character in its own right and in 2025 we no longer want to fight it. Be it your curly curls coiled, spiraled or combinations of the two, the real magic starts when you allow your curls to shine the way they want it to. Curly hair styles this year will be easy, elegant and with a pinch of sass. Think makeup free updos, shaped puffs, fun braids and power ponies that bring out your natural texture and allow you to play. Regardless of your destination destination (to work, the beach, or just a lazy Sunday), these 25 curly hairdos will make you feel beautiful, stunning and true to yourself.
1. Romantic Curly Bun Updo
A high curly bun that looks like it just fell into place- like you simply just twisted it up when you are dancing in your kitchen with your shoes off has a way of being quietly elegant. The amount of hair on the crown, the strands falling spaciously to the back at the neck and empty tendrils hanging loosely about the face makes this style have a naturally romantic feel. It is the intent of look that makes you look poised as well as free.
This simple bun is perfect on women with coily/natural black textures which are thick and hold their shape. It looks great on a formal or a wedding and really shows off your beautiful natural curl pattern and does not require heat! Add a little curl cream or leave in conditioner to break up strands and pin with a few pins. Slick it back and half-bun does not mean a slick straight back. No on this, intentionally leave those curls.
2. Defined Shoulder-Length Curls with Bangs
This upbeat, buoyant clip is so peppy, so friendly almost as though it is smiling at you. The curly fringe adds the lighthearted frame to the face and the shoulder long layers keep it light and breezy. It has got this confidence look and made to appear friendly like that ideal friend you would call in the 4 th of July barbecue or the office party.
This shape would work best on natural black hair, or braids-out texture that still wants to add some volume but not in a dramatic way to the finer curls. A little leave-in spray and curl refresher is all it takes to give these coils new life within seconds- which makes it ideal when it comes to a lazy morning or a vacation touch-up. It is a 2025 take on the with-bangs trend, which is still massive, and this style is both flattering and low-maintenance.
3. Scarf-Wrapped Lazy Day Twist
This style is a Sunday morning in your favourite knit sweater. The loose, relaxed twist combined with a colorful scarf interwoven in it says, I’m not in a hurry so I am taking it easy, but I still look cute. It has lots of texture and character, such as a Bohemian version of a messy braid. And do you not love when it looks like it has been borrowed out of a Jane Austen novel and an Etsy catalog all at the same time?
This is the simple easy kind of look to have when you previously have done curls, which require a touch-up the second or third day. It adds some form and style whether you are off to the farmer market or going on a windy vacation with no need of having perfect ringlets. The scarf is also not only a fashion accessory, it also locks everything into place in a non-invasive sense. Extra credits: it holds your curls up and does not allow them to frizz on a rainy day.
4. Elegant Curly Chignon for Special Events
This knotty chignon is right out of an art gallery reception or candlelit wedding but only secretly so–soft and warm and caressable as your favorite robe. This intructed updo has its curls intertwined and has a gentle volume that screams not to look at it. It gives grown-woman glamour with none of the stiffness.
A beautiful styling product on both natural curls or gently wavy hair with slight hair hold. Texture can be defined with a light mousse or curl gel, then you can pull it into shape. Cool on heart- or oval-shaped faces, this design keeps the attention on an upward position. It pairs perfectly with statement earrings or a strong lip it was designed for–perfect with your next formal evening or even a beach ceremony.
5. Bubble Braids with a Twist
And isn! theatre this all you have seen curls enjoying themselves in a long time? The playful braids work with curly-girl volume on this type of double bubble pony. It is tongue in cheek without being juvenile, an homage to your inner 12 year old- except now she puts on highlighter and drinks matcha. The perfect pick when you feel like you want to feel fresh, flirtatious and a bit fearless.
It is great when you need to have an athletic kind of day or just need to get some volleyball practice in or just go out and have a casual sport date. It is also a life saver on hot days when you want to look stylish yet there is no intention of the curls sticking up against your neck. For each bubble, separate using small elastic, and fluff sections to have volume. A dash of serum keeps everything smooth and frizz-free.
6. Side-Swept Glam Ponytail
This cascading sheet of curls swept in push-up cover on top of the shoulder with this deep side part is intensely seductive. It is simultaneously delicate and strong, as though you are performing a toast at the wedding of your best friend-or are accepting a trophy that reads most effortlessly gorgeous. The single curl on the cheekbone? Pure magic.
This style actually looks exceptionally well on tight spiraled or corkscrew curl-defined women, natural or fashioned. Apply a light styling cream to control and shine and pull it all together, in a low ponytail placed slightly to one side. It is so pretty with bare shoulders, some gold jewelry and a swipe of peachy blush in the evening for a formal party or dinner on vacation.
7. Sculpted Evening Curl Bun
