Due to its easy way of styling and the comfort it brings, dreadlocks have become the fashion trend most people have adopted to change their looks and as some will put it, "...for a more African look".

Dreadlocks, also dreads or Jata (in Hindi), are matted coils of hair that are usually formed intentionally because of the variety of different hair textures.

Interestingly, dreadlocks are perfect hairstyles for busy people who do not have enough time to wait long hours in the salon. Some ladies believe that dreadlocks is a boring hair style and do not bring out a person’s beauty.

Some people are also of the notion that with dreadlocks, one is restricted from exploiting different hairstyles.

However, this hairstyle adopted by both men and women have versatile styles which give the wearer a different outlook.

Also, Ladies with dreadlocks who sometimes like to have a feel of weaves are free to do so; it does not stop you from rocking your weavons.

Dreadlocks can thus be accessorized with head wraps and other fabulous ornaments.

Running out of ideas as to how to style your dreadlocks? Make a choice out of these photos and get creative.