Wavy hair is certainly unique — it stand out by bending in different ways. If you’ve accepted your curls (or are thinking about it), this gallery is just for you in 2025. These fabulous styles focus on how wavy hair moves, looks and captures personal style. For those over 60 looking for a new sense of freedom or for anyone who wants a hairstyle that fits your lifestyle — not the other way round — these styles are for you. Women with layered styles or pixies show that as we age, our waves get better and bolder.
1. Long Wavy Layers with Curtain Bangs
There’s something old-fashioned and lovely about this cut that makes you feel beautiful the moment you move your hair. The soft way the curtain bangs frames the face makes it appear as if it’s whispering about all things French-girl besides you. This style goes nicely with a new coating of mascara and your favorite white top. Understated, but confident.
For women with naturally wavy hair, choosing a long cut with layers helps the hair look full and pretty, without weighing it down. The style fits oval-shaped faces perfectly and can be air dried for a relaxed natural effect. If you’re on the hunt for a quick, eye-catching wash & wear option, you won’t be disappointed.
2. Voluminous Butterfly Cut with Soft Curls
Talk about drama in the best possible way! If you’re going for excitement and confidence, the cascading butterfly cut will help you leave the salon looking fabulous. This look is glamorous, but it’s softer than a jarring style. If you listen pretty well, you’ll see that it is admitting it woke up like this — only more stunning.
Make this style your favorite if you have wavy hair that is thick and flows down your back because it helps you keep the look natural, with plenty of body. It works best for people who like set styling looks, but don’t have lots of extra time. If you use a curling iron with a big barrel and apply a bit of mousse at your roots, you’ll have plenty of bounce without going through a blowout.
3. Tousled Bob with Natural Texture
A fun short bob is just like a vacation you take on a whim: light, unplanned and really stands out. It looks as if the person just got out of bed, but everything is exactly as intended. Its unruly texture gives it a style that feels creative, similar to someone who knows all the trendy cafés and can be recognized by their favorite rings.
This look is spot-on for medium round face shapes and people who wish to lift and brighten under the jaw. If you want to air dry your hair and go, a bob that boosts natural waves is perfect. A tiny amount of sea salt spray will do the trick—that’s what low maintenance means.
4. Feathered Layers with Retro Volume
It gives off serious retro vibes from the ‘70s, but with a $2025 look. Those fluffy edges and layers look as if they came from the front of a magazine from earlier times. Anyone can agree that when your hair springs to life and feels the same as it looks, it’s something fascinating.
Anyone with medium layered or women medium hair that missing lift at the roots should love this cut. It creates shape in the right parts of the face, mainly for people with oval face shapes. Round brushes work best; for a vintage touch, choose hot rollers instead.
5. Sleek Layers with a Polished Finish
This look takes after the sleek salon style we desire, but is mature, refined and gentle in effect. The confident look you have when you put on red lipstick and smile knowingly. Thanks to its clean lines, the hair lets her know she is totally ready and in great style.
If your hair is medium or long and gets flat, these layers add shape without making your hair too full. Wonderful for those with round faces and who want to balance structure and a touch of style. You can have a neat look using a lightweight serum and a paddle brush instead of creating an overdone look.
6. Mid-Length Beachy Texture with Volume
This cut looks great for beach weekends, as if you spent the day by the water and simply ran your hands through your hair. The height at the crown brings in a bit of fashion, but the waves seem to come straight from a sunny porch relaxing with a cold drink. It’s casual, fun, and feels completely authentic.
This cut is perfect for wavy-haired women who want some movement and shape without all the layers found in other trends. If your face is round and you enjoy air drying, you’ll find that this style works nicely. You can smooth your natural waves and curls with a texturizing cream or mousse and still avoid frizz.
7. Soft Glam Layers with Warm Dimension
It’s a quietly elegant style, where your presence speaks volumes before you say anything. The glow of the style comes from the combination of soft waves and warm colors and the long layers lend it an air of glamor as well as down-to-earth charm around the shoulders.
If you want to keep length and add shape, this is the right choice for women. This style looks especially nice on someone who has a round face by lifting up the entire outline while keeping it feminine. Shape the volume with a round brush during blow drying or let it rest in its own wash and wear wave.
8. Long Layers with a Feathered Blowout
The way this cut looks—polished and rich—makes it appear you’ve spent a lot on it even though you haven’t. Long, fluffy sections fall and the middle part makes it look trendy. There’s a fresh new take on the typical big, full-holstered look for 2025.
This style is tailored for women who have thick, wavy hair and want their style to hold its form. By having this type of layered cut, your length stays, but there is less bulk around your hair. Using a blow-dry brush and heat protectant produces the best result, but letting air dry still works well too.
9. Shoulder-Length Textured Waves
It’s a style that’s effortless, a little bit untidy, yet always stylish. A haircut like this lets people know you’re comfortable being different and with what your hair can do. One way to look at it is to have a light jog, put your hair into a bun, rinse off and you’re all set.
If your face is either medium or short and round and you prefer something pretty worn out, this look is right up your alley. It not only improves natural waves but also needs only a small amount of a leave-in product. You need almost no effort to keep the pixie, but it’s still stylish and put-together.
10. Curly Crop with Rounded Bangs
Funny, bold and packed with personality — a curly short crop is just what you need for joyful hair. The round bangs add an artistic look to the face with a noticeable retro-chic shape. Every time you notice your neckline, you get a little instant lift in your mood.
This cut works well for women with curly or coiled hair and it is helped by done regular deep conditioning and products that define your curls. People with round faces and medium round faces benefit a lot from curls, as texture and volume really suit these two styles. Bonus? Lost days of limp hair will be long gone after following these steps.
11. Shaggy Layers with French-Inspired Bangs
It’s a play that says hello from across the room, often with a bit of flirty attitude. The tousled hair and pretty bangs give the look a Parisian touch that’s just like sipping espresso in a street café. It’s confident, but not overbearing and speaks for a woman who’s sure of her own style.
If you’re a woman who likes texture but wishes to preserve fullness, try a look with bangs and layers. Its softness is most attractive on round faces as it adds support as well. Give messy beach waves by scrunching it with a light mousse and allowing it to dry in the air.
12. Luxe Blowout with Butterfly Layers
If you wear your hair this way, people will think you have just stepped off a catwalk. If you have your layers cascading with butterfly action from a deep part, you’ll look glossy, great and ready for attention.
Longer styles are perfect for a diamond or women Indian face and the layer cut is great for easy, natural-looking flair. Set your hair with shine spray and brush it round for a nice, salon-like finish. Another helpful thing: your style stays solid, even when you let it dry on its own before leaving.
13. Defined Spiral Waves with Volume
This look is pure joy in motion. Like champagne bubbles, these spiral waves are joyful, bright and have a lively energy to them. Such hair is sure to inspire dancing, louder laughter and lots of photo sharing. One word: radiant.
Cut well for women who have long or medium hair and a natural curl, this cut helps achieve a fuller look without being too bulky. Hold curl-defining cream or gel in your hair and wrapping a couple of face-framing pieces around fingers will highlight its dimension. It’s a celebration of natural texture, front and center.
14. Blunt Bob with Wavy Texture
I love how a chic and curvy bob feels — it looks even better when it’s messed up by hand! It’s a modern mix of precision and playfulness. Someone who is effortlessly confident with any choice and can rock a pair of sneakers as easily as she can stilettos.
On a medium round face, this short cut is great at making everything look balanced and requires little styling. You can just wash it, wear it and it dries smooth and easy with a little bit of serum. No heat tools required.
15. Curly Layers with Face-Framing Bangs
This haircut is full-on curly goddess energy. This haircut moves because of the layers and highlights the eyes with face-framing bangs — it’s expressive, glamorous and not shy in its appeal. It feels like wearing your confidence on the outside.
When done in a shorter layer, this haircut will shape women with thick curls or coils and reduce any bulk. If you have a round or medium round face, this style balances your face and makes your natural texture stand out. To get extra definition, twist your curls when they are slightly damp and use a leave-in that will keep them hydrated.
16. Rounded Blonde Bob for Defined Coils
This rounded curly bob is such a happy style — colorful, radiant and bursting with character. The spiral curls around her face, making her skin glow and appearing honey blonde from the sides. This year’s style is bursting with playfulness, modernity and boldness — perfectly representing what 2025 will be like.
Styling hair like this is best for women with tight curls who want to show off their natural texture without a lot of weight. The shape enhances volume while staying manageable. To maintain the body and definition, fill your hair with deep conditioner and use curl cream.
17. Sculpted Bob with Vintage Curls
I simply love this style because it looks so effortlessly elegant and chic. Curled hair, just where it should be, softens the face and gives it a bit of fun asymmetry. It’s glam with a wink.
This kind of haircut complements women with oval face or round face shapes and looks great during events or in professional photos. Give your hair some additional shape with a curling wand or rollers and spray it with hairspray to keep the curls in place for all day and night.
18. Layered Blowout with Honey Waves
You’ve got a power haircut dressed up as a tropical dream. With calm colors and layers, it had a solid look and a bit of playfulness too. It’s the kind of cut that goes with a fun brunch and then looks accomplished — we enjoy that.
The butterfly hairstyle is perfect for women with medium or long hair that’s wavy — it works well with a big round brush or a simple wash and wear mousse. Perfect at adding structure to medium round faces but still feeling delightful and easy to wear.
19. Curly Cut with Soft Fringe and Volume
This look shows what romantic volume is all about: cute bouncing waves and a light fringe that makes you look charming. It seems both fanciful and rooted, just like an Austen heroine who can listen to music online.
Made for women with curly or coily hair, the layered shape is most becoming on round and medium round face shapes. A diffuser and some curl cream will dry your hair while keeping your curls in place. It’s fun, fresh, and full of personality.
20. Shag-Inspired Curls with Retro Bangs
If you’re the type to tell your stories with style, a curly shag is the way to go! The many layers and relaxed fringe give this style character and a comfy feel. It’s retro, but it’s 100% now.
If you are a woman with layered or thick wavy hair, this is the perfect style for you, all about shape and enjoying your hair the way you want. For the ultimate wash and wear look, add a hydrating cream and your hair will handle the rest.
21. Big Defined Curls with Micro Bangs
This style brings joyful energy — it’s lively, bounces with life and gives off a confident glow. If you add full, bouncy curls to your short bangs, you’ll always look ready to share a laugh with everyone around. It’s the sort of style that makes people notice and brightens their days.
This cut is designed for women with curly hair, as it brings out their hair’s natural texture. Subtle bangs bring out the good features in people with medium round and round faces. You can use a curl cream, a diffuser or an air dryer to style it, but it will also look great if you air dry it.
22. Glam Blonde Butterfly Blowout
It looks like popping a bottle open: classy, sparkling and a bit of a showstopper. Soft butterfly sections are combed in unison, making the hair look for brush strokes and giving the face a dream-like quality. It’s a bombshell look, minus the effort.
Perfect for women who have either medium layered or long hair with a wavy texture looking for more volume, especially if it’s fine. The cut lifts the roots while maintaining softness. Opt for a round brush and mousse to have the most volume, otherwise, just mess your hair up and allow it to air dry if you want something simple.
23. Voluminous Indian Blowout with Natural Texture
It’s a hairstyle that celebrates big, strong and dynamic looks. Its fluffy style adds an editorial touch and the shape looks both beautiful and steady. It’s the perfect combination of runway-ready and everyday-wearable.
Made for women indian hair that has natural wavy texture, this layered cut is best for hair that falls down to your waist or below. It adds structure without sacrificing softness. Using a serum and a round brush to dry it can really make the style shine, though it looks just as appealing if you choose to wear it as you came out of the wash.
24. Glossy Maroon Layers with Subtle Waves
With its soft and shiny waves, as well as its green color, this is one of the most quietly elegant cuts. It looks subtle, but you’re sure to be the one people remember.
Wonderful for anyone with a medium round face and ladies who want a modern spin on their usual hair look. The layers help maintain the hair’s bulk and suit everyone from someone with medium length hair up to those with long locks. It’s perfect for a stylish wash and wear routine.
25. Textured Shag with Wispy Bangs
There’s something about this softly-textured shag that’s charming in an indie way — just like you listen to vinyl, choose your oat milk latte and look good in both flannel and silk. With the artful bangs and short layers, it’s both feminine and modern-looking.
If you want to wear movement styles that aren’t too serious, this short round face-friendly style is right for you. Because of its simple yet effective features, it is perfect for wavy and even slightly curly hair. Work in a sea salt spray and allow your hair to dry by itself; traits like flyaways and imperfections will only make it better.
26. Layered Curls with Side Part
This haircut looks like having the sun in your hair. Her ringlets are softly styled and the side part simply looks glowing and undeniably elegant. The style is never too much; it’s just healthy and substantial hair that oozes confidence.
Women with medium layered or wavy curls will find this cut perfect for their round face or medium round face. The layers remove weight while enhancing definition. After putting on a hydrating cream, give it time to dry without rubbing it in and you’ll get a healthy glow.
27. Short Curly Cut with Golden Definition
Golden hour, but make it hair. This short curly look is high in shine, clear definition and effortless elegance. It seems young, lively and playful — just like a brand-new haircut. The look brings imagination to the look while leaving it airy and free.
When you have tighter curls or coils, this short hairstyle is the best for anyone who wants a fashionable look that takes little time to style. You will look especially charming on a short round face or petite features. Coil your hair when wet and dry it on your own while admiring a stylish and clean cut.
28. Long Tousled Layers with Curly Bangs
There’s just something so cool about this style — it reminds me of a tropical-themed 90s supermodel. This effortless hair with waved, layered and loose bang section has “Good morning and I still look great” written all over it. Effortlessly edgy.
This cut which requires a lot of layers, is ideal for individuals with wavy hair who don’t want a big, thick fringe. The great thing about it is you don’t need to style it much: just apply a touch of soft foam or gel to your waves. Works nicely on shapes that include an oval face and a medium size round face.
29. Asymmetrical Curly Bob
Asymmetrical with added texture — this bob is both controlled and wild at the same time. It framing the cheekbones helps the locks show off their natural curls. It seems to say everything for you so you don’t have to explain what’s different.
Perfect for ladies with short, round features drawn to creating a mixed look of softness and strength. It’s good for any curl type and the shorter front part raises the cheeks a bit without adding too much weight. Rub a curl gel into your strands and dry them naturally or with a diffuser to hold the shape.
30. French Pixie Curls with Bangs
This French-inspired pixie cut is pure chic. Looks like you’re the kind of person who always turns up to a gallery or a party, thanks to the confident, artsy touch of those close-cropped curls and wispy bangs. It’s dainty and daring all at once.
Great for women looking for a no-fuss hairstyle that draws attention. Ideal for round face or medium face shapes. A little bit of curl cream and soft diffuser helps this cut shine. An easy-to-care-for choice that also looks carefully planned.
The best part about wavy hair? It’s uniquely yours. With the correct cut, your hair reflects your individuality and hints at attaining ease, grace and even some originality. You can pick whatever length you like and these styles confirm that being confident is the top thing you can wear (but amazing layers will support your look). Try out one of these looks this year and we’d love to know which one you went for!
