Formal Medium Curly Hairstyles

A formal medium curly hairstyle can be described as tailored, structured, in place and elegant looking. Hairstyles vary from soft layered looks to one length cuts, while shapes change (depending on the haircut) by adding things like bangs and shorter top layers. Natural curls in medium length hair suits layer cutting since this technique eliminates weight and promotes body and bounce. Styling products help make the style last longer, but you need to make sure you avoid any moisture as this will make your hair frizz. A medium length formal curly hairstyle is a great look that suits most low cut off the neck gowns.

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Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer made her way into the 2007 Movies Rock Event looking elegant with her graceful hairstyle. Her length was cut to one length and short to long layers were cut through her back and sides to create body and bounce for her style. Shorter layers were also added through her top section for added height for her style and for balance.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer stopped by New Line Cinema's 40th Anniversary Gala looking stunning with her full and fancy hairstyle. Her hair was cut into layers starting with the short layers through her top, down to the medium to long layers through her back and sides to give her style volume and fullness.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Jessica Lange

This bouncy 'do is thanks to the medium to long layers cut around the back and sides to encourage the bounce to give this look plenty of shape and movement. This fabulous style is great for any occasion and is best suited for those with long face shapes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Jessica Simpson

Curls always look great on this "Newlyweds" beauty. Jessica's length has been left below shoulder level and her top and side sections have been angle layered to form a soft, round look. This is an easy style to maintain with regular trims.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Julianne Hough

This stunning hairdo has perfectly defined curls added to the sides and back to create this classic look best suited for those with fine to medium hair looking for hairdo to wow the crowds and turn heads. Product is needed for hold and shine as well as regular trims to prevent split ends.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Karina Smirnoff

This fabulous 'do is all about volume and bounce. The medium to long layers cut around the back and sides allows the curls to bounce creating body and volume which is perfect for those looking for a hairstyle to compliment a long face shape.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Katherine Heigl

Katherine Heigl looked like the best of the 1950s when she arrived at the 7th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball with this elegant hairdo. Her classic bob had subtle layers and was beautifully dressed in large seductive curls to create body and bounce all over. This look is easy to achieve with rollers or a curling iron.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Medium Curly

A combination of medium to long layers cut all through the back and sides of this splendid 'do encourages the bounce and movement of the curls which gives this look plenty of volume and body. This is great for those looking for a style to compliment a long or narrow face shape.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Kathy Griffin

A combination of layers cut all through the back and sides enhances the bounce and body of the curls added to the mid-lengths to ends. The bangs are blow-waved smooth to frame the top of the face and completes the over-all look perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Kelly Carlson

This is a fun and classic look brought back to life. Kelly looks simply elegant. Her length has been left below shoulder level and her top section has been layer cut to create body and to enhance her wave.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes