While we love the styling options, it’s always awesome to better understand your hair type and texture, which, for wavy-haired gals, means you can show off your defined and bendy locks. And with wavy hair, no one’s left out of this crowd. No matter what your hair length is, everyone can experiment with bouncy and irresistible waves. From short hair to long hair, read on to learn how you can step up your wave game with these inspirational styles to achieve perfect wavy hair:
Cute Hairstyles for Wavy Hair
1. Sleek and Chic Waves
If you love the pin-straight look, give your hair a break and smooth out your waves instead.
2. Romantic Wavy Half-Updo
How great is this wavy half-updo? As seen at the Charles Youssef show at NYFW, this gorgeous wavy style combines twisted coils, texture, and a coiled bun. Love! Follow the steps to nail this style from Orlando Pita’s hair tutorial.
3. Wet Hair
You can (and should!) rock that wet hair look with wavy hair. We love this style because it’s easy to create and gives your hair a break from heat styling. This is another style that starts off with freshly washed, still wet hair. Apply a good amount of the TRESemmé Flawless Curls Defining Gel all over your brushed and detangled hair. You’ll want to apply much more than you would for normal wave-defining. And that’s it! The extra gel in your hair will keep your style looking wet all day.
4. Funky Braid
Bored of the typical three-strand braid? Then, you’ve got to try out this cool, funky braid. Start off by creating two sections of your hair from one side of your head, and one section from the other. Then, create your braid by adding a new section of your hair into your braid. In the end, backcomb your hair or secure it with a hair tie for a cool asymmetrical striped braid.
5. Easy Natural Wavy-Updo
We’re most jealous of naturally wavy hair because of how effortlessly chic these styles look. This easy updo? It’s just a bun with a few pieces of wavy hair at the front. Gorgeous, right!
6. Tough and Textured
If pulled-up hair isn’t your thing, wear your gorgeous, wavy hair down. We love to rough-up natural waves with matte textured products. Apply a little bit of Bed Head By TIGI Manipulator Matte Cream to your thumb and index finger. Use your fingers to create matte textured pieces throughout your hair for cool, defined waves.
7. Wrap + Tuck
Looking for updos for wavy hair that you can rock at work and when you go out for cocktails? Then this one is for you! This updo is as easy as creating the classic pull-through messy bun style with just one quick bonus step. Part your hair and gather it into a low ponytail. Wrap your hair tie around the ponytail but only pull it halfway through on the last loop around. Use the excess hair that hangs out as a wrap-around component and tuck it underneath the bun and pin it into place. Carefully spread the wrapped hair apart –with your fingers– for maximum drama and add a spritz or two of hair spray.
8. Teased Updo Hairstyles
Whether your hairstyling skills were a big focus for you in 2016 or you’re new to the styling game, you’ll be able to create this teased updo style in under five minutes. Comb your hair back away from your face and tease one section at a time until you’re all volume everywhere. You may resemble a fictional creature at this point – that means you’re doing great. Carefully and lightly comb all of the teased hair back until you are holding all of your hair in a low ponytail. Twist your hair and coil it against your head and pin it into place. Optional additional step: pull a few small strands out to frame your face.
9. Wavy Center Updos
Any hairstyle takes a step towards the serious side when you style it around a center part. This low bun is no exception. Ditching your usual side part and creating a classic low bun is the quickest way to make an otherwise whimsical and younger look a little more mature. Pair it with bright lipstick and a patterned shirt full of personality to maintain some character if you’re not really aiming for that ‘climbing the corporate ladder’ look.
10. Natural Texture Updos
This is ideal for those days when you need to look put together but you went to sleep on wet hair and woke up to your natural waves. The problem with wavy hair is that you can’t always predict how it will behave. Implement a permanent plan for your waves and embrace the inconsistent texture by making sea salt spray a part of your hair care routine. Spray the sea salt spray through your hair and opt for a deep side part. Gather your hair into a low messy bun for an off-duty model look that screams chic.
11. Wavy Pixie
Turn up the vibes on your pixie with this style. With wavy hair infused into this look, your short and cropped cut will have a fun twist, especially as you rock some bounce at the crown.
12. Retro Waves
This style can be done on short, medium, or long hair. Those with longer hair lengths can fake this style by pinning it up. These fun retro waves are super girly and the deep side part of this ’do adds some serious oomph.
13. Wavy Bob
Step aside from the sleek straight look for a moment and introduce waves into your pageboy. Waves add perkiness and volume. There’s enough length in the cut to achieve a tousled effect you’ll love.
14. Face-Framing Waves
Loose waves shape and frame the face with this stylish look, bonus if you already have a front fringe! This style is fun and chic, as waves give it a cheerful edge taking away too much seriousness from the style.
15. Sophisticated Waves
Long, soft and stylish waves create this chic look. You’ll definitely want to take this hairstyle for wavy hair out for an enjoyable night on the town!
16. Curtain Bangs Bob
Get in on a recent trend resurgence and cut curtain bangs into your short wavy bob. This look is edgy and cool and super flattering with its face-framing layers. The great thing about this style is that the messier it gets, the better.
17. Beanie
Beanies are everyone’s favorite hair accessory. We like to consider them the one-size-fits-all accessory because they work with any hair type. Anytime you feel like you’re having a bad hair day, simply throw on the beanie and go.
18. Half-Up
Grab a trendy claw clip, a hair elastic, or even a handful of bobby pins and gather half of your hair into a chic half-up style. This look is versatile and can be worn on a date night, for a work day, or for a casual night hanging with friends.
19. Ponytail
If all else fails, pull your hair up into a flirty ponytail. Pull a few face-framing wavy strands out at the front for an upgraded pony. If you’re feeling fancy, grab a sparkly hair accessory and tie it around the base of your ponytail. Scrunchies also work!
20. Side Part
This is perhaps the easiest style of them all. After washing and conditioning your hair, grab a comb and create a new part. We love the edginess that a side part provides. This is an easy way to shift your style without making any big commitments!
21. Half-Updo Hairstyles for Naturally Wavy Hair
A high half-updo like this instantly makes your style playful and fun! We love this look because no matter what length of wavy hair you have, you’re able to sport this. Plus, it can be worn for a huge variety of occasions.
22. Headband Dutch Braid
Just because you have short wavy hair doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with it. When deciding between your hairstyles for wavy hair, opt for a headband dutch braid. This type of braid will pop against your hair and the texture of your waves help the braid stay in place.
23. Slicked Back Waves
A slicked look doesn’t need to go straight back. Opt for this middle-parted style by smoothing your hair at the roots and tucking it behind your ears. This allows you to have a sleek and smooth look while still showing off your wavy texture.
24. Side Pulled Back
Looking for an elegant hairstyle for a fancier occasion? Wear one side of your hair pulled back. This is a great way to wear your hair down while still keeping it out of your face.
25. Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Beach Waves
A beachy wave never goes out of style. If you don’t have naturally wavy hair, use a 1-inch curling iron to loosely curl your strands leaving the ends straight. Once your hair is cooled, brush out the waves and use a spray like TRESemmé Dry Texture Finishing Spray for added hold and texture.
26. Wavy French Bob
If you have naturally wavy hair, a French bob is a great option if you like shorter lengths. The cut paired with bangs will let your natural texture shine!
27. Money Piece on Wavy Hair
If you’re looking for new ways to make your wavy hair stand out, ask your colorist for a money piece. This is a highlighting technique that includes lightening the face-framing piece of hair, which overall brightens the look.
28. Dutch Braids
Want to keep your hair out of your face ina. cute way? Opt for two dutch braids!
29. Soft Piecey Waves
Undone waves are perfect for an effortless look. if you have naturally wavy hair, let your strands air-dry to achieve this piecey texture.
30. Brushed Out Waves
Want an overall voluminous look? Brush out your waves to help take your hair to new heights! Are you thinking about trying one of these wavy styles? Be sure to snap a picture and tag us @AllThingsHairUS!
