20 Church Hairstyles for Curly Hair With Braids, Buns and Pretty Bows
Looking for church hairstyles for curly hair with a little something extra? Think low curly buns, pretty side braids and bows tucked above loose curls.
These ideas include different lengths and curl patterns, plus a few looser waved looks you can borrow details from.
You can keep things simple or go all out with accessories. I especially love the little pearl-style clip and the scarf-tied ponytail.
Pick a favorite to try for your next Sunday service.
Curly Hairstyle Ideas to Save for Sunday
low bun and loose spirals
We’re starting off strong with this gorgeous low curly bun. I love the smooth sides with those little spirals left out around the face.
Keep a couple of front curls loose if you want to try the same look. There’s no need to add a big accessory here.
side braid and long curls
How pretty is this half-up hairstyle? The wide side braid sits above long blonde curls, with a loose piece beside the face.
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If you want your braid to show a little more, try a wider, loosely arranged braid like this rather than a tiny one.
scarf-tied ponytail
I am obsessed with this scarf ponytail. The black-and-cream pattern looks so pretty against the dark curls.
Tie a patterned scarf around the base of your low ponytail to borrow the idea. Leave the ends hanging down alongside your curls like the ones here.
pearl-style side clip
This side clip may just be my favorite little detail so far. I love the pale pearl-style decorations against the dark hair, with all those curls left loose behind them.
Save this one to your “church hairstyles curly hair” inspiration board if you love a pretty accessory without a full updo.
back braids and high curls
Want a hairstyle with a little detail at the back too? These braids run upward from the nape toward a big cluster of curls.
The clear part lines make the braids stand out. Bring this back-view photo along if you’re asking someone to help recreate the style.
braided sides and low curls
How cute is this? The center part leads into braids along the sides, with the curls gathered low behind the ear.
The long face-framing spirals are my favorite part. Keep those out if you want the same little detail around your cheeks.
red scarf and loose curls
Don’t want to put all your hair up? No problem! Try a patterned scarf over the crown with your curls left down.
I love the red print here. Leave a few curls in front of the scarf rather than tucking every piece underneath.
loosely gathered low bun
If you’re looking for an updo without a sleek finish, this one is for you. The blonde hair is gathered into a loose low bun, with waves still visible across the crown.
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That curl beside the cheek is worth keeping. I’d leave this one without extra decoration.
half-up curls and a pink clip
I am obsessed with this half-up look. The long brown curls are gorgeous, plus that pale pink clip with light round decorations is such a sweet touch.
Try pulling just the upper sections back so most of your length stays loose.
little half-up bun
This is another half-up idea, but it’s a little different from the one above. The top section forms a loose bun while the shorter curls hang around the shoulders.
Don’t feel like you have to tuck away every end. The curls sticking out around the bun are part of this look.
high bun and long tendrils
How gorgeous is this high curly bun? The smooth center-parted front and the two long spirals look so pretty together.
Ask for a full cluster of curls on top if you want to follow this style. Keep the front tendrils separate rather than gathering them into the bun.
woven braids and copper curls
If you love a braided half-up style, then this one is for you. Several braids overlap across the back above long copper-colored curls.
There’s plenty of detail here without a bow or clip. I’d use this photo as a reference for the braided arrangement.
high ponytail with loose curls
Don’t want to add braids or a statement accessory? No problem there!
Try this high ponytail with smooth sides and long curls falling behind.
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I love how full the ponytail looks. Keep the front swept back if you prefer no loose pieces around your face.
sparkling butterfly headpiece
Calling everyone who loves a statement accessory! This red-and-white butterfly headpiece is the star here, with tall curled accents rising above it.
The hair is pulled back, so its curl pattern isn’t visible. For your own curly version, you could pair a smaller butterfly accessory with a low curly bun.
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front braids and a curly ponytail
This is such a cute ponytail idea. Several braids run back from the front into a high ponytail full of brown curls.
The little loose curl beside the face is a lovely finishing detail. If you’re borrowing this for a child’s hairstyle, keep the braids gentle rather than pulling them tight.
bantu knots and face-framing curls
I love these Bantu knots with the loose spirals around the face. The separate sections and little stacked shapes give you so much detail without adding any accessories.
Keep a few curls out at the temples if you want to borrow that part of the look.
side-swept front and piled curls
This curly updo may be another favorite. Mostly because that smooth side-swept front looks so pretty with the curls gathered above and behind it.
Try a deep side part if you want a change from the center-parted buns. Leave a few curls loose near your ears.
curly fringe and side combs
Love wearing your curly fringe down? This photo gives you a closer look at the loose curls, with two large amber-colored side combs held up in front.
The combs aren’t placed in the hair yet. For your own version, try one at the side to pull back a small section while leaving your fringe loose.
two low puffs with bows
How adorable are these cream bows? Each one sits above a low curly puff, with the hair divided down the back.
Try matching bows if you want this same paired look. I especially love how the pale color stands out against the brown curls.
big bow and long waves
Last but definitely not least, we have this pretty bow hairstyle. I am in love with the oversized pale bow above those long blonde waves.
This is a looser waved look rather than tight curls. Borrow the half-up placement and big bow if you’d like to try the idea with your own curl pattern.
