Faux locs are versatile, fun and generally fantastic, plus just about anyone can wear them – that's why faux locs are really great. Dreads have a long, rich history and the culture associated with them is beautiful. Faux locs allow just about anyone to experiment with dreadlocks and braids in all different styles, textures, lengths and colors.

There are so many variations – you could wear your hair differently every day for a year, but you should start with these sizzling inspirations and see where they take you – they're a great introduction to the world of faux dreads.

This is hands down one of our favorite loc hairstyles. The curls at the ends of the dreadlock braids are beautiful, perfectly formed spirals! Anyone else have hair envy?

You can spruce up your faux dreads with all kinds of decorations and accessories. You can go all out or keep it subtle, like in this example. Although this beautiful girl only has a few gold beads in her dreadlocks, they are perfectly placed to emphasize her facial features.