It turns out there's a pretty simple way to totally change your look, and it doesn't take anything more than a little hairstyling ingenuity. If straight locks are your standard fare, it's amazing what some curl can do. Beachy waves might frame your face in a whole new way, brushed-out finger curls can add a romantic flair to your vibe, and big-bodied coils will make your hair the main event.
If natural waves are your daily look, try a sleek blowout for instant chic, add a deep side part for iconic style, or give your straightened tresses slight texture for a smooth look that's still super casual. For inspiration, just check out these celebs who look totally gorgeous — and totally different — rocking both. Then break out your straightener, or warm up those rollers, and get ready to see yourself in a whole new light.
Gigi Hadid
Straight: Gigi Hadid
Long bangs and chunky layers give this straight style texture.
Wavy: Gigi Hadid
Big, beachy waves frame the face for a totally different vibe.
Kim Kardashian
Straight: Kim Kardashian [1]
A middle part makes this extralong bob look super sleek.
Wavy: Kim Kardashian [2]
A loose part and wet-looking waves create a much more casual from-beach-to-red-carpet vibe.
Lucy Hale
Straight: Lucy Hale
A long, ironed bob is sweet and chic.
Wavy: Lucy Hale
Textured ends make these tousled waves look effortless.
Kerry Washington
Straight: Kerry Washington [3]
Bangs soften the look of this shoulder-grazing bob.
Curly: Kerry Washington [4]
Big is beautiful with these tight, coiled curls.
Mandy Moore
Straight: Mandy Moore [5]
A deep side part makes this style simple and iconic.
Wavy: Mandy Moore [6]
Loose curls and face-framing bangs make a superfun combo.
Rihanna
Straight: Rihanna [7]
A slight curl at the bottom gives this sleek look body.
Wavy: Rihanna [8]
These soft layers and large, loose curls are the epitome of mermaid hair.
Kylie Jenner
Straight: Kylie Jenner
A sleek side sweep gives this chin-length bob structure.
Wavy: Kylie Jenner
This dark look gets its drama from textured tendrils and long waves.
Lea Michele
Straight: Lea Michele [9]
A middle-parted, long blunt cut is simple and striking.
Wavy: Lea Michele [10]
Side-swept curls soften everything up with a fresh take on a retro look.
Chrissy Teigen
Straight: Chrissy Teigen
Long, straight layers make for a no-fuss look.
Wavy: Chrissy Teigen
Brushed-out finger curls up the romance, giving this vintage style a casual update.
Zendaya
Straight: Zendaya [11]
Face-framing layers with just the right amount of movement.
Wavy: Zendaya [12]
Curly bangs are the cherry on this full-bodied masterpiece.