There are few more classic protective hairstyles than curls. Whether you’re experimenting with at-home twists or heading to the salon for a pre-packaged set of faux curls, goddess, sister, or butterfly curls, there’s no denying that they all definitely have a unique energy – especially as the weather gets warmer. However, there is one rather common misconception about appearance that needs to be dispelled. You don’t need natural length or tons of flowing power components to make a statement. Tiny curls are as elegant and suggestive as their longer counterparts, they can be easily combined with updos and enhanced with bold colors and timeless accessories.
You will see chic, tiny styles on the catwalks, outside Fashion Week shows, on all the stars’ Instagrams and on the most elite red carpets. Whichever type you decide on, there are just a few key things to keep in mind. Moisture is key, as with virtually any hairstyle, but be careful not to weigh your hair down with anything too ponderous. “Beards don’t do well with ponderous creams or waxes because they can get stuck and cause build-up over time.” Anette Roche, hairdresser and co-owner of the NappStar salon, told TZR last year. Instead, she suggests lightly spritzing your hair with rose water sprays, which thoroughly moisturize both the areas and the scalp itself.
Below you will find inspiration to create your next style using the guide to the most fashionable tiny hair styles.
Flowing, half-up hair
Nothing beats the structure and dynamics of a half-raised view, but with placements that power is doubled. The Fashion Week guest styled her relatively tiny locks high on top to give them shape and volume, letting the rest fall to her shoulders.
Summer beaded tips
Accessories always make a statement, but these vast wooden beads make up the entire press conference. Some are attached at the very end of shoulder-length curls, while others are added about halfway up to add texture and complexity.
Concentrated on one side
One way to really focus on the locations is to concentrate them on one side of your head. Sure, you can just throw it over one eye, but an even more stimulating way is to do what Kelela did and shave the other half – a look that’s sure to make the It-Girl Hall of Fame.
Tiny and elegant
Locs truly work on any length, no matter how long or tiny the user’s natural hair may be. This particularly chic street style muse proves that you only need to be an inch towering to get in on the fun and look amazing.
Locs in plus sizes
Halle Bailey’s gigantic locks are so iconic and striking that they became a defining feature of her character in the 2023 film Little Mermaid. She’s rocked kinks of all shapes and sizes over the years – just like sister Chloë, for that matter – but this gigantic shot is one of the coolest.
Two-tone color
The twisted, looped shape of the curls makes them perfect for showcasing all kinds of colors, including their opulent mix of dimensions. Here, shoulder-length curls provide a stunning canvas for the combination of reddish cinnamon and medium brown to create a brilliant duo.
High drama spikes
Take advantage of the fashionable, avant-garde possibilities of locations, developing their distinct style in all possible directions. Willow Smith did exactly the same and gave her tiny twists a straight-from-the-runway feel that her fans have since recreated in tribute.
Layered accessories
Reject the idea that hats are for covering, not glorifying. This velvet beret is made even better with shoulder-length curls peeking out from underneath, adding a touch of fun, Parisian style to the classic hairstyle.
Butterfly curls
Featuring a wavy texture and curled nature, Butterfly curls are always a favorite style when the heated weather arrives. They are effortless to crochet and actually require very little maintenance considering how great they look.
Location nodes
Who doesn’t love two-in-one cold moments? Yara Shahidi brilliantly combined tiny, diminutive curls and established Bantu knots to create one of the coolest and most expressive styles ever remembered.
