For the naturally curly set, summer is the time to shine. We get a break from damaging hot tools, warm weather makes wash-and-go styles so easy to air-dry, and our mascot product, coconut oil, doesn't take, like, a year to liquify! Score.
We're not totally in the clear, however. The shrinkage struggle is still very real (is it just me or is it actually worse in the summer?) and humidity brings more frizz, which we know not everyone loves. Nevertheless, if there's any season to try out the bouncy, wavy, or coily styles you've been eyeing, now's the chance. Especially when it comes to new, on-trend haircuts.
You already know that short crops are having a major moment, from buzzcuts and pixies all the way to long bobs, so we've rounded up a ton of on-trend curly cuts just for you. Click ahead for 13 looks that are perfect for summer — and beyond.
"Snip + snip = volume," stylist Shai Amiel explained of his technique, also crediting his client's use of a hair pick, too.
Photo: Via @santinihoudini.Nathalie Emmanuel's natural curls are just more incentive to watch Game of Thrones(as if we needed it).
Photo: Via @nathalieemmanuel.Sunny curls compliment this beauty's bright smile just fine.
Photo: Via @daisynative.Summer's the best time to rock curly bangs — because who wants to break out the flat iron in 90 degree weather?
Photo: @Salsalhair.A curly bob (like this one, styled by Sal Salcedo) is a cut that'll look good curly and straight.
Photo: Via @salsalhair.Before you wash and go, try scrunching in a product for definition and hold, like The Ouai's Curl Jelly.
Photo: Via @_chanelalbright.How refreshing is this halo of ringlets?
Photo: Via @jaktherippers.Separate your big barrel spirals with your fingers for a more piecy finish.
Photo: Via @sabina.yannone.Yas, queen! This client was inspired by Nefertiti for her big chop, according to stylist Mona Baltazar.
Photo: ia @themonacut.If you're a natural guy or girl afraid of losing your definition overnight, try Bantu knots or a pineapple.
Photo: Via @lc271.This angled bob is perfect for people growing out their pixies.
Photo: Via @deborahandmichael.Tapered cuts keep your hair off of your neck during sticky days...
Photo: Via @yourbestselfforward....and also just look really effing cool, too.
Photo: Via @kele_lemon.Like what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?
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