When you’re thinking about getting curtain bangs with curly hair, the biggest question is: Will it work with my curl pattern? The truth is, curtain bangs can look incredible on curls—but only if they’re cut and shaped right for your texture and shrinkage pattern. A lot of folks skip over this, but how your curls fall in their natural state is everything. Don’t let your stylist cut them wet or stretched—you’ll end up with bangs that bounce way higher than you expected.
Your stylist should always cut your bangs dry, curl-by-curl, and ideally with shears facing downward to keep the ends soft and your face framed properly. You’ll also want to refresh them in the mornings with a lightweight mist or cream-based leave-in so they blend with the rest of your curls.
Ready to see which curly curtain bang looks are actually worth trying? Here are the best ones to screenshot before your next appointment.
#1 Shaggy Curls With Defined Curtain Bangs
Lots of lived-in movement and soft structure define this medium-length shag with curtain bangs. The curls are naturally voluminous with a medium-to-thick density, shaped into layers that keep it from feeling heavy around the face. The bangs are gently separated at the center, falling slightly over the brow to soften forehead width—ideal for oval or heart-shaped faces. It’s perfect for curlies who want a style that shapes itself but can frizz easily in humidity without a curl cream or diffuser.
#2 Wavy Curly Texture With Airy Curtain Bangs
Light and effortless, this style blends wavy and curly textures for a relaxed, shoulder-length cut. The airy curtain bangs part at the brow and drape gently toward the temples, giving subtle framing without heaviness. This is a fantastic option for fine hair that leans curly or those transitioning back to natural texture. It’s easy to air dry and doesn’t rely heavily on structure—though looser waves can sometimes fall flat without mousse or a curl amplifier.
#3 Butterfly Haircut On Springy Natural Curls
Springy curls meet structured volume in this butterfly cut with long curtain bangs. The shape is created with stacked layers and face-framing pieces that give it that signature “butterfly” movement—volume up top, cascading length below. The bangs sit higher on the forehead, softening strong facial features. Ideal for dense, naturally curly hair with high shrinkage. It’s versatile for styling but requires consistent shaping to keep the balance of volume and flow.
#4 Heatless Curls With Tousled Curtain Fringe
Gentle, tousled curls with soft structure define this effortless look. The curtain fringe is light and subtly curved, blending softly into the sides. This style feels very “undone” and likely the result of heatless curls or diffused waves, making it ideal for low-maintenance days. Best for naturally wavy to loosely curly hair types and fine to medium densities. Great for adding volume up top without the need for a ton of layering—though it may lack long-lasting shape without product support.
#5 Classic Curtain Bangs Hairstyle For Curly Textures
Classic meets curl in this extra-long cut with soft, swooping curtain bangs. The curls are well-formed and left mostly natural, with subtle layers that prevent the length from going limp. The bangs are intentionally full and parted wide, hugging the upper cheekbones. Best suited for long, high-density curls with a tighter curl pattern. It’s a commitment to maintain length and definition—deep hydration and curl revival sprays will be key for upkeep.
#6 Medium Curly Hair With Feathery Curtain Bangs
Full of sunshine and movement, this medium-length cut features tight spirals shaped into rounded layers and wispy, feathered curtain bangs. The bright blonde highlights add dimension and make the curls pop. The bangs split right at the center and sit just at the brow bone—ideal for adding width to longer or oval face shapes. This style works especially well on medium to thick hair, but the layers must be tailored to avoid that “triangle” shape many curlies dread.
#7 Bouncy Curly Blowout With Blended Bangs
Think salon-fresh bounce with all the perks of curls. This shoulder-grazing cut has been styled into a light blowout, enhancing the shape of the curls and softening the volume with blended curtain bangs. The bangs aren’t overly defined, which helps them merge naturally into the side layers. This cut suits oval and diamond face shapes and works great on fine to medium curl textures. One trade-off—this level of polish usually takes some heat or a structured diffusing routine.
#8 Voluminous Curtain Bangs On Long Curly Hair
Long and lush, this look is all about celebrating dense, natural curls while opening up the face with airy curtain bangs. The fringe is fuller toward the center and thins out near the temples to frame without overwhelming. Perfect for those with high-density curls who want face-framing movement without sacrificing length. Just be aware—long curls can get weighed down without proper layering, so make sure your stylist works with your curl pattern dry and section by section.
#9 Wavy Curly Lob With Center Parted Bangs
A soft long bob (lob) with relaxed curls and gentle layering, this cut offers easy movement and a flattering silhouette. The curtain bangs are styled down the center and kept longer, creating a subtle split fringe that doesn’t overwhelm the face. It’s especially great for clients growing out a fringe or trying curtain bangs for the first time. The length is versatile and low-fuss, but lighter textures may need scrunching or mousse to hold curl shape.
#10 Wispy Curly Fringe With Curtain Shape
This shoulder-length cut features tousled curls and a delicate curtain fringe that’s lighter and thinner than typical curly bangs. The shape is airy and gently curved to soften the brow area without overwhelming finer facial features. Best for looser curl types like 2C/3A with low to medium density. It’s an easygoing style but may need a bit of product to keep the fringe in place throughout the day, especially in humid climates.
#11 Curly Hair With Flowing Layered Curtain Bangs
With gorgeous flowing layers and a natural balayage blend, this long curly style oozes movement. The curtain bangs sweep out from a center part and extend into soft face-framing layers, ideal for balancing full cheeks or wider foreheads. The curls are medium-to-loose in texture (around 2C/3A) and styled with minimal frizz. This cut is flattering on thick hair but will need layering precision to keep it from feeling bottom-heavy.
#12 Layered Curly Bob With Soft Curtain Bangs
Rounded and romantic, this curly bob has that airy structure that makes curls look full without puffiness. The soft curtain bangs are shaped to sit just over the brows, seamlessly connecting to the side layers. The cut hits right at the chin, making it a solid option for petite frames or those with finer jawlines. Great on type 3A curls with medium density. The only challenge? The short length may require more upkeep to keep shape and fringe separation.
#13 Face Framing Curtain Bangs On Textured Ringlets
Defined ringlets and soft layers make this shoulder-length cut pop. The curtain bangs are curved and gradually blend into cheekbone-grazing pieces, creating a face-framing cascade that flatters heart and oval face shapes. Dimensional caramel highlights brighten the curls without overpowering the natural texture. Ideal for thick 3A curls, this shape offers plenty of definition but can feel bulky without well-placed internal layers.
#14 Natural Curls Styled With Parted Curtain Fringe
This short, full-bodied cut showcases natural curls in a round shape with a defined center-part curtain fringe. The bangs break up volume around the forehead, adding structure and elongating the face slightly—great for round face shapes. The curls are tight and springy, likely in the 3B range, and the overall shape is cropped just at the jawline. It’s a flattering choice for mature curlies who want lift without length, though tight curls will need moisture to keep shape and avoid halo frizz.
#15 Loose Long Curls With Breezy Curtain Bangs
This look is all about softness and movement. The loose, long curls fall well below the chest, with subtle layers and long curtain bangs swept out from a center part. The bangs are kept light and wispy to blend naturally into the sides—ideal for fine to medium hair. This works beautifully for square or long face shapes by creating a softening effect around the forehead. The only caveat is the length: you’ll need to commit to product layering to avoid frizz and limp ends.
#16 Short Curly Crop With Mini Curtain Bangs
Bold and sculpted, this short curly crop uses tight layering to keep volume high and sides tapered. The mini curtain bangs are delicately carved out just above the brow, lending softness and shape to a strong silhouette. Best for dense, coily hair types (around 3B/3C) that naturally hold height. Super easy to style and dry quickly, but expect more frequent shaping appointments to keep those micro-bangs looking intentional, not grown out.
#17 Medium Curly Cut With Parted Curtain Bangs
This medium curly cut is softly rounded with flattering shape and bounce, ideal for medium to thick curls. The curtain bangs are gently parted at the center and fall in defined curls across the forehead, offering light face-framing without adding weight. The layering helps maintain volume around the crown while keeping the perimeter controlled. Great for 3A to 3B textures, though tighter patterns may require more trimming maintenance for fringe placement.
#18 Face Framing Curls With Seamless Curtain Bangs
Natural gray curls take center stage in this beautiful, low-maintenance cut with face-framing shape and curtain bangs. The curls are medium in density and tight in pattern, blending smoothly from the fringe to the outer layers. The bangs sit softly at the brow and add balance without overpowering the face. Especially flattering for mature clients embracing their natural texture and color. Just know that gray hair can be more coarse—hydrating masks are your best friend here.
#19 Short Curly Hair With Soft Curtain Bangs
This short curly bob has a playful bounce thanks to its rounded layering and piecey curtain fringe. The haircut stops just below the cheekbone, drawing focus to the eyes and cheek area—great for petite features or longer face shapes. The curtain bangs are soft and wispy, blending seamlessly into the sides. It’s especially flattering for fine to medium curls and those in their 30s to 50s wanting low-maintenance definition. The downside? Short curls can shrink more than you expect—have your stylist cut dry.
#20 Curltain Haircut
This curltain haircut blends long layers with naturally tousled curls and a bold curtain fringe that’s fuller toward the center. The bangs sit just above the brow and taper into longer face-framing curls, giving the face soft structure without harsh lines. The hair is high-density with 2C to 3A curls, and the shape relies on vertical layering to avoid bulk near the ends. It’s a versatile cut for long faces or strong cheekbones, though the fuller fringe will need reshaping every 6–8 weeks to maintain balance with the curl’s springiness. The unique part? The fringe holds its shape even in looser curl patterns thanks to its slightly blunt interior base.
#21 Fringelle Cut
The fringelle cut—a mashup of fringe and shag—is a curly stylist’s go-to for volume with polish. This shoulder-length version has rounded layering and softly separated curtain bangs that create shape without bulk. Great for curl types 3A to 3B and medium density. The cut frames the face effortlessly, adding width to longer face shapes. It’s cute and wearable year-round, though layering and bang shaping should be done on dry hair for the best results.
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