30 Finger Wave Styles For Any Hair Length

Finger wave hairstyles might be instantly associated with the 1920s or flapper culture, but this dramatic texture is making a big comeback in more modern looks. While the original finger wave styles were achieved by using your actual fingers and setting lotion to create the s-wave shape, modern women can get finger waves using a variety of heat styling tools. A few casual waves can be added with your flat iron, while a more dramatic, deep wave style will probably require a curling iron, pins, and at least a few hours. If you’re looking for ways to make this vintage glam texture a part of your modern mane, check out 30 of our favorite finger wave styles for all lengths of hair.

Glamour meets edge in this sculpted finger wave pixie that’s perfect for ladies who love high fashion looks.

Finger waves can create a pure vintage glam style, but you can also use them in a more casual, modern look. Visible finger waves help add a pop of sophistication on days when you want to keep most of your hair covered and protected.

These lazy fingers waves are a soft and romantic way to add some texture to your bob hairstyle, either for a more casual affair or as a bridal hairstyle complete with a citrus and floral wreath.

If you want to add some finger waves to your bridal style without looking too retro, try this sophisticated low bun updo with soft finger wave texture added in. You can wear this style with any hair color, but some dimensional shades help to make the S-curves really pop.  

A triangle-shaped bob may be some women’s worst nightmare, but a recent surge in popularity among celebrities and fashionistas is giving this unconventional shape a big boost. Finger waves at the roots and frizzed curls at the ends of hair offer up the perfect way to accentuate this shape, and you can wash the texture out when you’re ready for a more ordinary look.

Wear finger wave texture with a classic bridal chignon for a style that mixes vintage and modern perfectly enough to be appropriate for any wedding ceremony.

These luxurious finger waves have been sculpted to silky perfection, and look best on hair that’s been styled with high-shine products. This hairstyle might not work for ladies who love to run their fingers through their long hair, as these perfect waves don’t do well with frequent tousling.

These finger waves are a nice compliment to a bridal updo without completely taking over the look, and offer up just the right amount of flair to make you feel special on your big day.

These finger waves lie quite flat around the hairline, but have more bounce at the back of the head, creating a multi-textured style that looks both vintage and modern. Hints of green highlights help to accentuate the curls without making this finger wave hairstyle look too busy.

This low updo style is perfect for a wedding or other special occasion, with deep S-waves that can be created by curling sections of hair inwards with a hot iron and then pinning them in a roll shape to cool. Once rolls have been set, remove them gently to preserve the wavy texture, then style hair as desired.

This vintage glam finger wave hairstyle takes it straight back to the 1920s, offering up a perfect hairstyle for a costume party or flapper-themed wedding. For an extra authentic look, wear your finger wave hairstyle with these dramatic smoky eyes and doll-shaped red lips.

Rather than lying flat against the head, these ultra textured finger waves create a dramatic shape that might not go with your everyday look, but is a perfect stand-out hairstyle for more special occasions.

This incredible S wave texture will have people delivering you compliments left and right. Be sure to set these curls in wider sections to maintain a more even wave throughout your long hair.

Deep waves offer up tons of texture to surround your face in this bridal style, and look more romantic than if hair was simply pulled back. A low bun ties the look together, making this a great choice for brides with backless gowns who don’t want loose hair to distract from the effect.