14 Crochet Hairstyles to Inspire Your Next Protective Look

Show up as your boldest self with this face-framing, voluminous crochet style created on Aïssata Diallo. Fluff up your curls from the top of your head for even more drama.

Keep it classic with this half-up, half-down hairstyle like this 'do on Melissa Walker . For an undetectable look, keep the crown of your natural hair exposed so it seamlessly blends into your ponytail.

Complement your big, voluptuous curls with golden highlights like Alyssa's look. Keep your ringlets super defined like this photo, or comb through them for a carefree, imperfect curl. The style options are endless.

Craving big volume? No problem. Try this mesmerizing, face-framing crocheted curly fro as your next protective style. Part it down the side, middle, or let your curls hang freely. After all, the beauty of crochet hairstyles is the versatility.

Protect the ends of your natural hair with a low-maintenance, tucked-back style. Then take your pony volume to the next level by incorporating a curly crochet style. It's a win-win hair situation.

Try a free-flowing look like these shoulder-length curls on Alicia and brush them out to shape the style. Keep this curly 'do up for the long haul by sleeping in two strand twist or flexi rods.

If you like undone and carefree curls, replicate this style. To add a little height to your hair, look for springy, bouncy curls when buying your crochet hair, like this extensions brand. Then, use a wide tooth comb like this Revlon Perfect Styling Comb Set For Thick & Curly Hair to tease each curl for extra volume.

Here's proof that crochet hair has the ability to gift you with goddess-level curls like this stunning look on Ines. Warning: this style takes hours and hours of sitting, but it's obviously worth the wait. Part your hair into tiny sections and braid a couple inches down, stopping prematurely at the root. Brush out your hair for these effortless, shaggy-looking curls.

Adding shape and structure to your crochet curls can create a unique, fashion-forward look, like this face-framing style with chin-length curls and major dimension. Fluff up your curls with your hands to amp up the texture.

Crochet curls look good at every length. If short hair is your style, rock a curly 'do like this iteration on Annisa LiMara—ringlets look even more defined with a short cut. As I mentioned above, color, like this eye-catching platinum hue, makes everything better. Be sure to consult a stylist on which shade will suit your skin tone the best.

How gorgeous are these faux locs on Jasmine Newbold using crochet hair? If you're not sure about making a permanent commitment to dreadlocks, crochet hair lets you try out the look first. Faux locs are a beast to master on your own, though, so I recommend taking an inspiration photo like this to a salon that specializes in faux loc styles. A professional will know how to replicate this specific crochet method.

There are so many things to love about this style on Jessica Odoh. For one, this is another rendition of faux locs commonly known as "Goddess Locs," a wavier style. Second, the gradual blend from black-t0-brown-to-honey blonde is a stunning take on ombré. Add this to your saved hair collection on Insta ASAP if you haven't yet.

As gorgeously proven on Jodi, braided styles pair perfectly with crochet hair. Let your creative juices take over and experiment with cornrows and added embellishments like hair jewelry (try these gold cuffs and stretchy ribbon). Bring this look together with a curly crochet ponytail that adds extra volume.