It’s fun to do crazy challenges or try to get your Sim to reach their goals, but let’s be real: a ton of players spend most of their time in CAS essentially playing dress up with their Sims.
Okay, yes, I’m included. Guilty as charged!
The game already offers a little bit of everything. But that’s like a sampler compared to the amount of custom content out there for free, made by other Simmers.
And one area of CAS that’s kinda lacking is curly hair. But thankfully there’s an insane amount of fan-made styles available.
So we’ve curated a huge collection of Maxis Match curly hairdos right here, offering tons new options for all of your lovely Sims.
Big is beautiful in nearly all instances, but especially when it comes to curls. It’s amazing that what some people are naturally born with, others have to work for with plastic rollers or rods.
Well there should be no shame in either.
Hair is part of who we are and how we express ourselves, whether we love it or hate it. And I have nothing but love for this creation from Grimcookies.
It’s big in both volume and size of the curls. They’re tight, and there are plenty of them, giving this hair its somewhat round shape.
The texture is also perfect for Maxis Match. Not too detailed, not too clayified… it’s just right!
I don’t mean to sound like Goldilocks. But if there’s any area where it’s okay to be pedantic, it’s with hair.
You’re gonna be seeing that every second you play – so it’s best to have CC like this that never gets old.
The depth and detail people manage to give Sim’s hair is genuinely astonishing.
You’d think creators generally don’t have much to work with.
I have no idea how it works, so maybe that’s why it is so impressive. But the fact that creators can flawlessly portray all of the real life diversity that comes with hair is part of why CC is so beloved.
Accuracy this good just wasn’t possible with past games and their outdated graphics.
Looking at this Dawn Hair set, I have to say it’s so needed.
These long thick curls are slightly parted on the side, and I feel like I’ve seen hundreds of girls with this style. It’s simple – but it’s a natural hairstyle at its best.
Here’s a fluffy and cute option for your male Sims from Okruee.
Just as expected, the curls are very defined all the way around. It looks super thick, and I’d imagine to touch it would be like running your fingers through the clouds.
And here’s more good news: your Sim can even wear hats with this hair.
Understandably, not all are made to do that… but it’s always nice to have that option.
Qwertysims describes this as a “curly undercut”. And those are two of my favorite words to see together when I’m CC hunting.
Undercuts were popular in the ‘40s and are having their biggest resurgence – but with all kinds of modern twists. People get designs shaved in, super sharp edges and lines, or go fully shaved.
The length of the hair on both portions plays a pretty big role in the end result – and this is one of the most awesome versions I’ve ever seen.
The cropped mop of curls has a very youthful feel. And the shaved part compliments it brilliantly.
It comes ready for males & females, teens to elders, plus the Maxis Match aesthetic fits so well.
Simple hairstyles generally make for an easier time in real life.
If you love hair and styling your own then sure, taking the time to keep it just right is probably for no big deal.
But for others (such as myself) the only way we’re ever gonna enjoy hair with little complexities is through The Sims, where we don’t actually have to put any work into it.
Shoutout to creators like AHarris00Britney for making that possible!
At first glance, this may seem like a standard curly bob. But actually, the left side is partially pulled back and braided. A lovely personal touch.
It’s also tucked behind the Sim’s ear, which is another way to make her appearance more dynamic.
All this stuff is what makes one cut different from the other, and it really pays off.
Kinks and curls make this voluminous afro a truly beautiful sight to behold.
It’s super thick all the way around, and the front especially has some nicely detailed ringlets.
I think a lot of people assume big hairstyles like this won’t be hat compatible.
We’ve all come across CC that just doesn’t work with any hat, and even some official hairs that are questionable.
That sorcery just can’t be possible from a fan made object, right?
No, ya silly gooses!
Where there’s a will, there’s a way.
Mystericsims enlisted the help of Synthsims, who created the hat chops here. So you’ll have as much freedom with the glorious Shea Hair as you could want.
Okruee is back at it again, this time with an updo.
Now I don’t know if all Simmers are as picky as me, but I like there to be some consistency and realism to my Sim’s hairstyles (even with the Maxis Match look).
If I’m gonna give them an updo, I like to have a “down” hair that would match in length and type.
That’s not always possible, especially with official hairs. Probably because they figure most players aren’t as crazy as I am… but hey, there are several of us! Dozens even!
With that in mind, I really treasure this CC.
It’s still abundantly clear that this Sim has curly hair, even though it’s pulled into a loose bun. The wavy texture remains, and the strands of bangs are as curly as it gets.
And just like the Jort Hair CC mentioned earlier, Okruee leaves it up to you whether you want to include those strands or not.
“Retexture” is generally an exciting word in The Sims community.
It means someone has taken the time to tweak an existing hair model (usually tweaking EA’s stuff). And the idea is that the creator’s are giving it a little makeover.
Someone could do this to make Alpha hair appear more “Maxis Match”, or just try to make it a bit more detailed.
The end result is something everyone can appreciate.
Here, the creator (or retexture-er in this case) took the simple curly mop from the base game and just made it a little fuller and nicer.
The shape isn’t as awkward anymore, and it seems like even some of the shadowing is different.
Here’s another adorable option from KiaraZurk, this time complete with some accessory clips!
There are all sorts of fun things we can add to our hair. But our Sims unfortunately don’t often have that same opportunity.
This curly bob looks lovely, from the side swept part to the very ends. The clips are totally optional too – but they really add an even cuter element to this hairdo, in my opinion.
They’re small, but look quite realistic, and will sit on the left side of your Sim’s hair just above her ear.
And this CC also has something many hairs lack, which is an effective layered look.
It’s clear that a lot of time went into this. And even the small curly lock in front of the Sim’s ear provides some more depth.
I don’t know why, but “Keke” is the perfect name for this hair.
It’s just as endearing as it sounds!
This is a longer cut that’ll go a good length past your Sim’s shoulders. Front or back, you can clearly see how thick and elegant this is.
Legit like the hair of a Disney Princess.
There’s this untamed vibe that’s very charming to this look – and any Sim will definitely make it her own.
You can also choose a pushed back version, which leaves most of the hair behind the shoulders except for a few pieces of bangs, or the” Standard Keke Hair”, which basically leaves it equal in both the front and back.
Rusty is another one of those CC creators I find myself going back to again and again.
This gorgeous bun is the perfect example why that’s the case.
The bun itself is a casual but sophisticated low-twisted style. But you can tell it contains some righteous curls that are just barely being restrained!
Then up front, we have a very natural middle-parted look with some of the most stunning, kinky, and choppy side bangs ever.
They’re breathtakingly gorgeous by themselves, or with hats.
It’s like what Nancy Landgraab would wear if she actually had any style, that poor old bird.
I’m not sure which came first, the abundance of content for female Sims, or the mass realization that it’s just easier to make them aesthetically pleasing.
There’s definitely a connection, but does anyone know? Does anyone care?
In any case, this doesn’t mean your male Sims can’t have the same level of quality hairstyles. There are a lot of creators out there who are killing it – and Marso is among them.
This messy & cropped curly male cut looks very natural.
These curls are thick and give the hair a ton of dimension.
Any Sim will look youthful and handsome with this on their head – it’s impossible not to!
Rope is among the best male-centric content creators out there.
His downloads catalog covers quite a range, including everything from lots and furniture, to stuff for nearly every category of CAS.
I’ve used almost all of Rope’s hairstyles, and they really become part of my Sim.
Not just their look, but who they are as well. That’s how a really good haircut should feel. And it’s no different for our beloved pixel people.
This CC is a bit milder than many hairs we’ve seen, and that’s great. There’s actually a scale out there for the curliness, so I’m glad much of that has been represented here already.
It’s still intensely curly, no doubt, just in a more compact way.
Curly hair is honestly the only texture that can look fashionably messy and inexplicably neat at the same time.
That’s the most ridiculous oxymoron, I know, but let me explain.
This half updo is wild and voluminous at each and every portion. Even the bun is clearly chock full of curls! There’s no taming it, and yet, everything about this feels very deliberate.
What we have here is not the bun of a girl who just rolled out of bed and pulled her hair up.
It’s tidy, which makes this perfect for all of the things a messy bun is not.
Your Sim can wear this hairdo morning, noon, and night, to work and the bar alike.
And although there’s not a hair out of place (pun intended), I am obsessed with the bangs. They have this floppy realistic look that can’t be beat.
There are so many different types of curls in the real world that it’s hard to keep track.
We’ve seen tight coils, loose rolls, messy ones, and everything in-between.
Here, Miiko has created a great softly waved look. Seriously, this is hair worthy of a shampoo commercial or magazine cover.
It’s parted in the middle, and the feathery rippled waves are in no short supply.
They’ll frame your Sim’s face better than a picture frame.
In addition to the standard 18 Maxis Match swatches, there are 3 more added here too. Those gorgeous shades of silver, pink, and purple will really add to this dreamy hair!
Despite how cutting-edge CAS is (especially compared to past Sims games), hair color is still a bit of an outlier.
We’ve actually gone backwards a little, since adding highlights or switching up the color was possible in past games. But with The Sims 4, you kind of get what you get.
If a hairstyle is a solid color, it’s gonna stay that way unless you find CC.
But why not add some more variety? Highlights are a great outlet for self-expression, not to mention just plain cool.
This LENA Hair from Simstrouble is really like a two-for-one style.
The combination of colorful highlights and short curly hair is one that’s way overdue.
So many girls in real-life rock this style –so it’s high time we were able to have Sims like this too!
Here’s another double hitter, this time in the form of a fantastic half updo.
It’s down, it’s up, and all at once to boot. What more could you want?!
There’s nothing left unless someone comes up with sideways hairstyles! Technically that’d be pigtails, but whatever.
The point is, since our Sims can’t just try new things on the fly, styles like this are so fun to incorporate into your game.
It’s casual but classy, and an all-new look, while still keeping that Maxis Match design.
The bun part is one of those lovely bulky types, and the rest will go just past your Sim’s shoulders. The creator ImVikai warns that this was their first time texturing – but you’d never guess it by looking at this hair.
Ponytails have been the most popular updo for probably 30 years now.
There’s no way to mess ‘em up.
Leave out some wispies and bangs, and a ponytail can be part of a well-put together ensemble. Pull it up tight, and there’s no better hairstyle for exercises.
And of course, the low pony is a beloved quick ‘do that’s good for formal parties and beach days alike.
This CC combines all of the best aspects of all those ponytails for one long & detailed style.
After all, people with curly hair usually don’t lose their curls when they switch up how they wear their hair, which is kind of what happens when you try to give your Sim multiple hairstyles in The Sims 4.
Unless you go out of your way to make sure they match up, they probably won’t.
But you’ll love the look of this CC, day or night, no matter the outfit.
Chocosims has made the ideal Maxis Match curly ponytail.
Everything about this hair style is purely adorable.
And not in a childish way as some people worry about. Just very fun and fluffy, plus there are accessories!
But before we get into that, let’s focus on the style itself.
This one is short. Short enough that I can’t quite call it a half updo. More accurately, it’s like a bob with a bun.
The texture is amazing, and for a semi-complex hairdo, I’m surprised by how natural it looks. This doesn’t have that “overly round” thing going on that you’ll sometimes find in the base game.
And yes, we can’t forget about the accessories!
By default, the hair comes with a black clip.
You can download additional bobbles in various colors as well, and it’ll be a cuteness overload if you match them to your Sim’s clothes. Just an idea!
On a day-to-day basis, most people have a standard way they style their hair. And it’s usually not too outlandish.
So something simple and pretty is always a good way to play it safe.
Greenllamas’ Talia Hair feels like something we’ve been missing all along in The Sims 4.
None of the hairs on this list are particularly retro – but this one is especially trendy for modern times. It’s the hair nearly everyone would be happy to have, with subtle curls and a soft-looking texture.
Plus no split ends.
A clip accessory is also included here, and you can find it in the Piercings category of CAS.
K-Pop stars have an influence that reaches way beyond their native country of Korea, and way beyond the pop music as well.
We’ve all seen them.
We all know that the K-pop guys and girls always have the most killer haircuts and outfits. They’re on another level in basically all areas, which is why they’ve become beloved around the world.
