Italian curl is Fula Beauty's best-selling texture for a reason: tight, springy curls that hold their pattern for months and blend beautifully into boho and knotless braids. If you've been searching for Italian curl hairstyles, here are 12 looks our braiders install the most — plus everything you need to know before your appointment.
12 Italian curl hairstyles to try
- Classic Italian curl boho braids — braided roots, curls left loose from mid-length down.
- Knotless braids with Italian curl ends — flat, tension-free roots flowing into defined curls.
- Full curly boho — curls left out from high up the braid for maximum volume.
- Italian curl bob — shoulder-length, bouncy and light.
- Jumbo boho braids — chunky braids, dramatic curly ends.
- Half-up half-down — curls cascading under a sleek top bun.
- Goddess braids — curly face-framing pieces throughout.
- Side-part sweep — all the curl volume over one shoulder.
- Curly ponytail — braids gathered high, curls fanning out.
- Waist-length mermaid curls — for maximum length and drama.
- Mixed-texture boho — Italian curl blended with Wet & Wavy for a lived-in look.
- Curly updo — braids in a bun with curl tendrils left out.
Why Italian curl works so well for braids
The curl is tight enough to hold structure but soft enough to move naturally. Because it's 100% human hair, the pattern doesn't collapse after a few washes — you can wet it, condition it, even dye it, and the curls spring back. Synthetic "Italian curl" can't do that.
How much hair do you need?
Italian curl comes in 100g bundles (18" and 24"). For boho braids, most clients use 1–3 bundles; for full curly looks, 2–4. Full breakdown: How Many Packs of Braiding Hair Do You Need?
Keeping the curls fresh
- Spritz with water every few days — the curls reactivate.
- Scrunch in a little leave-in conditioner or mousse.
- Sleep with a bonnet or satin pillowcase.
- At take-down: wash, dry, and reuse the same hair for your next install.
FAQ
Is Italian curl the same as "Italy curly" hair? Yes — Italy curly hair, Italy curls and Italian curl are the same texture with different spellings. Whichever you searched, this 100% human bulk braiding hair is what you're looking for.
Is Italian curl human hair? Fula Beauty's Italian Curl is 100% human bulk braiding hair, sold in 100g bundles.
Italian curl vs deep wave — what's the difference? Italian curl is a tighter, springier curl; deep wave is a deeper "S" wave. See our texture comparison.
How long does it last? 6–8 weeks per install with good care — and the hair itself is reusable across installs.
Ready for your curls?
Shop Italian Curl 100% human braiding hair — or let us install it for you: book an appointment in Ridgeland, MS or Atlanta, GA.
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Written by Fatima "Fifi" Biteye, Founder & CEO of Fula Beauty — over 10 years of braiding expertise, 2,600+ clients since 2018.