51 Beautiful Long Wavy Hair Ideas You Will Love in 2025
Long wavy hair is very popular right now. Use a curling iron or deep waver to make fun styles that work all year. To get soft waves, just brush out big curls.
Soft hair tendrils look good on all face shapes, so you can find a style that suits you. Check out these beautiful long wavy hairstyles for some ideas! If your hair isn’t naturally curly, you can easily create long waves using curling irons, flat irons, or rollers.
Take a look at these pictures of long wavy hairstyles before your next visit to the salon:
#1 Gorgeous Wavy Hair
These beautiful, soft blonde waves are easy to create and look great all year round. This stylish and playful hairstyle works well with any hair type or face shape. Adding layers helps your hair move naturally and look more lively.
#2 Lovely Layered Long Hair
Add layers to your lovely long casual waves to create more volume. Complete the look with a long, choppy curtain fringe, which flatters longer face shapes.
#3 Romantic S-Shaped Waves
Soft, S-shaped waves create a classic Hollywood glamour style. This look works well with almost any hair length. For example, curling the front pieces toward the face can highlight features like your cheekbones.
Start by applying styling products to create a strong base for your hair. Let your curls cool and set in the shape you want. Before curling, blow dry a mousse or styling spray into your hair. This helps the curls hold better and prevents them from falling flat. After curling each section, gently brush the curls into place. Then, use a medium-hold hairspray to define the waves and keep them looking neat.
#4 Dimensional Copper Color Waves
The copper beach waves create a simple, beautiful style you can wear every day. The red color adds shine and a fun, bold touch that many girls love. When it comes to beach waves for long hair, anyone can achieve this look with the right tools and products. I used a 1 1/4-inch curling iron along with my favorite Bumble and Bumble products—Hairdresser Oil for shine and Spray De Mode for hold—to make these waves.
#5 Melted Ombre Auburn Waves
This style features a smooth auburn balayage on gentle waves. What I love most about these long, ombre waves is how the colors blend softly. It’s difficult to tell where one shade stops and the next starts.
#6 Sassy Balayage Lived-In Waves
These relaxed waves feature messy curls that work well with the natural-looking balayage. This hairstyle fits any woman, no matter if her hair is long or short. Based on your face shape, you can style some curls to turn toward your face or away from it.
#7 Shiny Hollywood Waves
This hairstyle is known as Hollywood Waves or bridal waves. I love how it looks classic, smooth, shiny, and neat. If you want this style, try to grow your hair long and keep it healthy. You can also use good quality hair extensions for added length and fullness. This wavy style suits all face shapes. To create this look, I used Sebastian Fierce Hairspray and Kenra Ultimate Hold.
#8 Rose Gold Balayage Waves
Explore a different blonde look with these wavy rose gold balayage highlights. This style is great if you want a playful touch of color without going too bold. Start by dyeing your hair blonde. Then, apply a toner to create a soft pink hue with a shiny champagne finish.
#9 Long Wavy Ashy Blonde Hairstyle
Think about switching your long, wavy hair to an ashy blonde shade. This light blonde works well if you prefer softer colors near your face. The waves add beauty to the ash blonde and mix well with the light brown lowlights.
#10 Long Wavy Balayaged Hairstyle
If you want a beautiful and flexible hairstyle, try the long wavy balayage. This look features soft waves that flow down your hair, adding natural movement and depth. Ask your stylist for balayage to get a sun-kissed effect with smooth color changes. It’s great for long hair if you want to stand out but still look natural and relaxed. To style, start with damp hair and use a texturizing spray to boost the waves. Finish with a holding spray to keep your waves in place.
#11 Heavy Straight Fringe
This haircut features a thick, straight fringe that adds style to long, wavy hair. The bold fringe stands out, while thinning the sides gives a softer, layered look. It suits wavy hair well because it keeps the curls long and full without making them look smaller. To style, begin with damp hair. Use a volumizing mousse to boost the waves and add definition.
#12 Long Hair with Curled Waves
Long hair with soft waves gives your look a fun and feminine feel. It adds volume and movement. To keep this style looking great, regular care is important. Trim your hair often and keep the curls loose and natural. Start with damp hair. Use a volumizing mousse to help define the waves and add bounce.
#13 Long Curled Waves with a Side Part
Switch up your look by adding waves with a side part. This style looks simple yet classy. The side part creates a modern, uneven shape. Long, soft waves add movement, texture, and depth to your hair. It suits people with medium or long hair, especially if you have natural curls or waves. Keeping your hair long lets the curls stand out without feeling heavy. This gives your hair a light and airy feel.
#14: Long Dark Chocolate Hairstyle
This long, dark chocolate wavy hair gives a natural and elegant look. The deep chocolate color adds richness and style. The gentle waves create a soft, romantic feel that looks easy and effortless.
#15: Long Waves with a Side Part and Sweeping Bangs
Looking for a fresh hairstyle that makes your hair look fuller? Try long waves with a side part and soft, sweeping bangs. The side part creates an uneven look that adds style and interest. The gentle waves make your hair look soft and lively. Sweeping bangs frame your face nicely and can be styled in different ways, like pushed to the side or pinned back. To add even more volume, use clip-in extensions. Finish the look with Moroccan oil texturizing spray for a beautiful, polished style.
#16: Rose Blonde Tones
Let’s explore a beautiful hair color called ‘rose blonde.’ This lovely shade looks amazing on long hair with soft waves. Rose gold works best for warm skin tones. It is simple to apply on light blonde hair at levels 8-9. Whether your hair is naturally wavy or styled with a curling iron, the waves will highlight the rich color and texture.
#17: Rooted Long Waves
Rooted long waves are great for blondes who want an easy style. The smooth shift from dark roots to light tips adds depth. Soft, wispy ends create a gentle look. This style suits all hair lengths but looks best on long hair. To get this look, use a curling iron or wand to make loose waves. Avoid tight curls, as they can seem old-fashioned. For more volume and texture at the roots, try backcombing or use a root-lifting product.
#18: Big Barrel Waves for Long Hair
Try big barrel waves if you have long hair. This style works well for women, especially with natural red hair. It gives your hair volume and shape while keeping a soft, romantic look. Use a large curling iron to make these beautiful waves. If your hair feels dry, apply some shine oil to make it look glossy and healthy.
#19: Stunning Copper Hollywood Waves
These beautiful copper Hollywood waves are simpler to make than they look. Use a 1.5 to 2-inch curling iron, starting at your cheekbone, and curl all hair away from your face. Let the curls cool completely before brushing them out. Finish with a little oil for shine and hairspray to keep the style in place all night.
#20: Pretty Long Waves with Mushroom Blonde Balayage
These long waves with mushroom blonde balayage are perfect for brightening dark hair in the fall. Mushroom blonde mixes light brown with ashy blonde shades. This color works well for brunettes and can also tone down very bright blonde hair. To keep your new color looking fresh, use blue shampoo at home. You will also need regular toning sessions to maintain the rich color.
#21: Stunning Hair with a Shadow Root
Enhance your hair with a shadow root. For long, wavy hair, adding layers creates volume and keeps your style looking full instead of flat.
#22: Very Long Waves and Blonde Balayage
Long waves look amazing with blonde balayage. The waves highlight the different shades and add shape to your hair. To keep your blonde balayage looking bright and fresh, schedule your color glaze appointments in advance.
#23: Radiant Long Wavy Hair with Bangs
Try wavy hair with bangs for your next look. It works best if you have thick hair or know how to style it to look fuller. You can blow-dry or let your hair air-dry. Adding some waves or curls at the end makes the texture stand out. I recommend using Unite’s Second Day Haircut along with a bit of oil or Ouai’s Finishing Cream. This style looks polished, but a great haircut should also look good with minimal styling.
#24: Face-Framing Long Dark Waves
Give your style a fresh touch with long, dark waves that frame your face. This look is great if you want a bit of brightness near your face without the hassle of many highlights. To get this style, ask your stylist for highlights along your hairline and from the middle to the ends of your hair.
#25: Trendy Long Blonde Wavy Hair with a Center Part
Long, wavy blonde hair parted in the middle gives a fresh, natural look. With the right prep, you can keep this style for several days. Braiding your hair at night helps keep the waves without using heat.
For this style, use a 1 1/2″ curling wand. When curling, leave about 1″ of the ends out to get a beachy look. Spray Ouai “wave spray” on your braids or after curling to help the style last longer.
#26: Easy Blonde Balayage on Long Wavy Hair
Try a blonde balayage on long, wavy hair. This rooted balayage is easy to maintain and looks beautiful on longer styles. The light blonde highlights stand out against the darker lowlights, creating a fuller look. Adding soft, long layers makes the hair appear thicker and more interesting.
#27: Feminine Long and Soft Brunette Waves
These soft, long brunette waves add volume and highlight your layers. To style, apply heat protectant to dry hair. Then, use a 1 1/2-inch or 2-inch curling iron, curling in different directions for a natural, easy look.
#28: Trendsetting Textured and Wavy
If you have long hair, try this trendy textured and wavy style. The soft waves with straighter ends add gentle movement. Add a blonde balayage to give your hair a natural, sun-kissed glow.
#29: Effortless Shaggy Waves
Shaggy, flowing waves work well for thick or coarse hair because the layers reduce heaviness. Your hair will feel lighter and have a more tousled look. This style also suits women with loose waves.
#30: Effortlessly Long Beach Waves
I enjoy these styles because they have a relaxed, beachy vibe. They are flexible and work well whether you’re spending the day at work or going out at night. After sleeping, a quick brush and some dry shampoo will refresh the bounce. This gives you an easy, natural look that seems effortless.
#31: Healthy Long Wavy Brown Hair with Volume
Keeping your hair well-hydrated helps you get smooth, wavy hair full of volume and depth. Everyone loves soft, beautiful hair that moves and bounces with every step!
#32: Tousled Smooth Curly Waves
Choose an ash blonde hairstyle with soft, messy waves. Use Pravana styling products like Full Volume Foam and Invisible Control Spray. Smooth the roots, twist a flat iron to make curls, then straighten the ends for a polished look.
If a woman wants these hairstyles, she should use products that add texture and volume but are not oil-based. Most women can wear these textured waves. Before styling, she may need to blow-dry or straighten her hair, depending on her hair type. Although a straightener is used first, she can use a curling wand and then lightly smooth the curls with a straightener on low heat.
#33: Natural Tousled Waves
These loose, natural waves work well for all hair types and lengths that can fit a flat iron. Start with clean hair. Apply Kerastase’s Elixir Ultime serum to nourish your long, wavy hair and tame flyaways. This serum also protects your hair from heat up to 230 degrees, which is very important when using hot styling tools!
Straighten your hair first to create a smooth base for curling. Hold the curling iron upright and curl small vertical sections away from your face. This helps the curls frame your face nicely.
#34: Simple Caramel Balayage Waves
This balayage features a natural dark base with caramel highlights. To get curls like these, curl each section in the opposite direction of the last one. Let the curls cool before brushing them out. I applied Elevate Mousse by Unite on wet hair for extra volume. After the curls cooled, I finished with Texturiza sprays from Unite.
#35: Charming Long Beachy Waves
Long, beachy waves are very popular right now! You can wear them loose for a casual look or style them in an updo for special events like weddings. To keep long wavy hair looking healthy, get regular trims to avoid split ends.
Long hair with layered beach waves looks beautiful. These waves are perfect for busy women because they take only 10 to 15 minutes to style. When curling, twist the hair away from your face. For more volume, switch the direction of the curls, use larger sections, leave the ends out, and gently pull down as you curl.
#36: Super Long Hair with Natural Waves
Are you loving this natural hair? It’s easy to see why. Whether you wear it up or down, the long, wavy hair always looks stunning. Its ability to fit any hairstyle or color will truly impress you.
#37: The Perfect Cut for Thick Wavy Hair
Wavy, long hair looks great with jeans and a cute top or dressed up for a night out. After washing your hair, use Kerastase Nectar Thermique. It protects your hair from heat up to 450 degrees and shields it from the blow dryer and curling iron. Next, apply two pumps of Essence Absolue from Shu Uemura to the ends of your damp hair. Once you finish curling all sections, use Caviar Working Spray to hold the curls. This spray is light and you can add more layers if needed. Flip your head back, run your fingers through your thick hair, and spray again for extra hold.
#38: Long Cascading Curls
This hairstyle features beautiful, wavy curls that lean toward the curly side. Pull half of your hair up and let the curls flow down for a stunning look. Lightly tease the crown to create more volume and give the style a nice shape.
#39: Slightly Wavy Hair
These gentle waves highlight your blonde hair beautifully. The soft style blends the colors perfectly. This gorgeous hairstyle will definitely make people keep looking at you.
#40: Stylish Long Hair with Big Waves
Absolutely! You can add this big hair look to your favorite long wavy hairstyles. These beautiful, large waves create a natural style. They give your hair volume and movement without tying it up. Adding oil to your black hair will make it look shiny and healthy.
#41: Low-Maintenance Messy Wavy Hair
This messy, wavy hairstyle adds fun and energy to your look. The soft waves and gentle blend of blonde and brown create an easy, natural style. To make your face stand out more, add a money piece to this long, tousled hair. It’s a simple way to brighten your appearance.
#42: Modern Long Loose Waves
Long layers look great with soft waves. These long loose waves will appear fuller and more lively when you add a light mist of flexible hold hairspray. This bold style highlights the silver streaks against your dark hair. Loose waves suit both long and short hair, including lob haircuts.
To style your hair, try using Chi black seed oil or Paul Mitchell super skinny serum. You can also use a texture spray, a frizz-free humidity hairspray, a soft spray, or a non-sticky spray to get the look you want.
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#43: Trendiest Wavy Long Blonde Hair
Transform into a beauty with this wavy long blonde hair. The waves add depth and movement, so your hair won’t look flat or boring. This style has a shadow root, making it easy to maintain. It includes blonde highlights and lowlights in two blonde shades and one caramel. Ask your stylist to keep the layers long and add soft, feathered pieces around your face.
This long hairstyle is great for women who want to keep their wavy blonde hair long enough to put it up. To style it, blow-dry your hair until it is smooth. Then, use a GHD waver to make soft waves. After waving, gently comb through with a wide-tooth comb and spray with hairspray. This wavy blonde look is very flexible—you can wear it up or down, and it always looks nice. The waves usually stay for several days. The blonde shades look very natural and match well with the wavy, long hair.
#44: Long Balayage Waves and Middle Part
Long balayage waves can enhance your face shape and give your hair more depth. Mixing highlights throughout your hair adds texture and movement. This style works best for medium to long hair because the length helps form the waves. A middle part can balance your look and draw attention to your cheekbones.
#45: Long and Wavy Curled Ends
This trendy hairstyle features soft waves with curled ends, giving it a romantic feel. It works well if you have naturally wavy or curly hair. The blunt ends add weight, making your curls stand out more. The middle part adds balance and makes the style look even on both sides.
#46: Long Blonde Balayage With Dark Roots
Explore the newest hair color trend with long blonde balayage and dark roots. If you already have blonde balayage, consider adding dark roots. This style needs fewer touch-ups, so you can wait longer between salon visits. Your hair will look more natural and well-blended.
#47: Long Curly Waves
If you want long, curly waves, ask for long face-framing layers around your face. These layers help your hair dry away from your face without feeling heavy. Use a flat iron or curling wand to curl your hair backward, away from your face. Gently brush your curls for a soft, full look.
#48: Old Hollywood Waves
These classic Hollywood waves look very glamorous. Keep in mind, they won’t move like beachy waves, so avoid touching or running your fingers through them. You can pair this hairstyle with bold makeup, such as smokey eyes and a dark lipstick.
#49: Beautiful Blonde Balayage Waves
Highlight your long hair with stunning blonde balayage waves. Keeping long hair healthy needs some dedication. Styling it may take extra time, but on tough hair days, you can easily tie it up in a ponytail or bun. There are countless ways to style your long hair.
#50: Long Dark Brown Waves with a Middle Part
If you want to add style to your long hair, try long waves with a middle part for a beautiful mermaid look. Use a curling wand or turn your curling iron into a wand by skipping the clamp. This helps create soft beach waves. To keep your waves looking fresh, use a beachy texture spray like IGK’s Beach Club.
#51: Gorgeous Brunette Waves for Long Hair
Show off beautiful brunette waves with your long hair for a stunning style. If your hair is straight, use a curling iron, waver, or rollers to make soft, shiny waves. Long hair gives you many ways to style it. Remember to gently brush your curls to get smooth, lovely waves.