Curly Hairstyles for Long Hair: 19 Kinds of Curls to Consider

These curly long hairstyles will inspire your new curly ‘do.

We’re willing to bet that there’s a certain style you picture when curly hairstyles for long hair come to mind. When we think of curly hairstyles for long hair, most of us think of the reality TV star department of the hairstyling world; you know, long and loose curls that photograph perfectly and always fall just right. Well, we’re here to tell you that there are up to 19 kinds of curls to consider when it comes to styling long curly hair.

Flip through the photos below for some inspiration, and keep reading for some of our top styling tips:

1. Vintage Curls

curly hairstyles for long hair vintage red curls — Take it back to another era.

Take it back to another era with a set of classic vintage curls. Ideal for costume parties and real life too, these vintage curls will last a few days and can be styled and then restyled in a number of ways.

2. Tousled Curls

curly hairstyles for long hair tousled curls — Simply run your fingers through your hair and go.

Whatever kind of curl you prefer, you can run your fingers through them for a tousled look that requires very little upkeep throughout the day.

3. Tight Perm

curly hairstyles for long hair tight perm — Leave it to the pros.

Turn to the pros and ask your stylist to give you a tight perm. These bouncy curls are full of volume and they’re both bold and beautiful.

4. Ringlets

curly hairstyles for long hair tight curls ringlets — Consider a classic style.

Use a 1-inch curling iron to create these curls and make sure to hold the wand vertically to create the perfect ringlet shape. Give your curls hold and extra texture by spraying them with TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hair Spray Texture Hold Level 1.

TRESemmé COMPRESSED MICRO MIST HAIRSPRAY TEXTURE HOLD LEVEL 1

5. Teased to Perfection

curly hairstyles for long hair teased voluminous curls — Amp up the volume.

Tease your roots to add even more body to your already voluminous curls. Prep your hair with Dove Style+Care Curls Defining Mousse for even more volume and definition.

6. Soft Curls

curly hairstyles for long hair soft curls — Soften your style with one of our favorite layered haircuts for curly hair.

Soften a layered haircut by adding soft and easy curls.

7. The Perfect Perm

curly hairstyles for long hair perm blonde highlights — Make a more permanent curl choice.

Trust a trained professional with your strands and opt for the perfect perm for a fuss-free hairstyle that makes a major statement.

8. Natural Curls

curly hairstyles for long hair natural curls — Enhance your natural texture.

There’s no styling technique that can perfectly mirror your natural texture. Let your curls run wild for an absolutely unique look.

9. Messy Curls

curly hairstyles for long hair messy brunette — Wear ’em messy and loose.

One of the surest signs that you’ve entered adulthood is the acknowledgment that messy hair is now considered a good thing. Leave those tangle-fighting products at your parents’ house and embrace your strands exactly how they are.