Long curly hair takes patience to grow and even more patience to style well, so once you’ve got the length, it deserves styles that actually show it off. The biggest mistake I see is treating long curls like straight hair with texture, when really they need their own approach entirely.
Here are twelve styles built specifically for long curls at their fullest, most defined best.
The Wash and Go
Apply curl cream to soaking wet hair and let it air dry or diffuse undisturbed for maximum definition down the full length.
High Curly Ponytail
Gather your curls high and let the length cascade down for a look that’s both practical and stunning on long curly hair.
Curly Half-Up
Section the crown and let the rest of your curls fall naturally for a style that balances control with all that beautiful volume.
Pineapple Updo
Gather curls loosely at the very top of your head for a protective, cute style that shows off length while keeping curls off your neck.
Curly Hair With a Headband
A wide headband controls your hairline while letting the rest of your long curls stay big and full.
Curls Pulled Back at the Crown
Twist just a small section back from the crown and pin it, letting the rest of your curls fall free and full behind it.
Complete the Look: More Long Hairstyle Ideas
For more texture-focused ideas, our long wavy hairstyles post is worth a look too. Which of these plays up your curl pattern the best?
