14 Gorgeous Crochet Hairstyles to Rock This Year

Celebrity-level curls that last for up to six weeks? We're in!

By Nicole Blades, Good Housekeeping

There comes a time in every black woman’s natural hair journey when she’s rocked every twist-out, freedom ‘fro, wash-n-go, press-n-roll, rod set, and blowout flat iron look there is ... and a respite is required. This is where crochet braids come in.

This innovative braided hairstyle, typically accomplished by looping synthetic hair extensions through your natural hair with a crochet needle type device, is a super-stylish and easy way to rock a new and updated hairdo that's still protective of your natural hair. Plus, with so many different hair textures, the variety of style options for crochet hair are truly endless — so whether you're looking for a long hairstyle or maybe even itching to go short this time around, there's always a great crochet style to consider. From glamorous full-bodied curls to chic bouncy bobs, here are some of the best crochet hairstyles for you to try out for your next trendy 'do.

Braided Top Knot For a classic braided crochet style that'll look effortlessly stylish, steal actress Sanaa Lathan's look at the 2019 Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards Luncheon — just pile up some tight braids into a chic top knot high on your head.

Springy Curls Take your crochet style to the next level by going for some color and bounce, as actress and writer Quinta Brunson did earlier this year at a Buzzfeed event. You can recreate her gorgeous look by installing a set of auburn crochet extensions, then letting the springy curls flare out at the back of your head.

Braided Top Knot

For a classic braided crochet style that'll look effortlessly stylish, steal actress Sanaa Lathan's look at the 2019 Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards Luncheon — just pile up some tight braids into a chic top knot high on your head. 

Springy Curls

Take your crochet style to the next level by going for some color and bounce, as actress and writer Quinta Brunson did earlier this year at a Buzzfeed event. You can recreate her gorgeous look by installing a set of auburn crochet extensions, then letting the springy curls flare out at the back of your head. 

Cornrows and Crochet

Celebrity stylist Felicia Leatherwood, who specializes in natural hair, has been working her #blackhairmagic on the gorgeous Issa Rae for years now. At the 2017 NAACP Image Awards, Leatherwood helped Rae debut a dazzling cornrows up front/crochet braids party-in-the-back look.

Twist Out Curls

Influencer and blogger Alicia B. Gettys knows first-hand about the versatility of the crochet route. Depending on the texture you choose for the synthetic hair, you can go with a long, twist-out look like she did here — all you need is this Sensationnel X-Pression synthetic crochet braid.

Bouncy Bob

Or loosen things up with this above-the-shoulder, soft coil bob using FreeTress synthetic hair crochet braids. It looks like a roller set, but doesn't come with the hassle of sleeping with curlers in your head. With care and proper scalp moisturizing, it can look this fresh and fab for up to six weeks!

Full and Curly

Leatherwood also hooked up singer Jill Scott with a full, curly style that's as bold and beautiful as the ever talented Jilly from Philly. "Crochet braids take about 3.5 hours to install and can last for five to six weeks," Leatherwood says. "Perfect for vacation. Your hair will look great — and the same — every day!"

Crochet Wig

Leatherwood went with a crochet wig for Luke Cage's Simone Missick at Comic-Con in 2016. With the synthetic hair attached to a crochet braided cap wig, it's even easier than the braids method. All you do is slide it over your cornrowed natural hair, and snip-snap! Before you know it, you'll be looking glorious and brand-new. 

Pixie "Cut"

Tempted by the cuteness of a pixie cut, but not up for the commitment of the big chop? Crochet is your solution. Here, Gettys gets sporty with this pixie look with big, soft, and piled high curls using Harlem125 Synthetic Hair Braids.

Touch of Blonde

Natural hair stylist and Indigo Hair Innovations salon owner Tasheba Taylor mixed in a little blonde on this client. A range of hair textures and colors? Honestly, at this rate you can start giving yourself alter ego names with each new crochet look!

Wavy Bob

Fans of the full-service natural hair and beauty salon Vanity F actor have come to expect the most innovative crochet styles, all thanks owner and natural hair artist Dani T. Exhibit A: this ripple wavy crochet look cut into an angled bob. It's next-level fab. 

Ombré Crochet

Taylor added even more goodness to this hair buffet with this crochet braids faux locs look and a dash of ombré. Your weekend getaway called and insists that you to bring this style with you.

Voluminous Pixie

You are guaranteed to get high praise with this light, sassy, curly pixie by Dani T. It's a "no leave-out" crochet braids style, so your natural hair is completely protected from whatever elements try to come your way.

Full-Bodied Curls

Go for length and a tight, uniform coil with this full-bodied style. You can wear it up, down, or a little bit of both and create even more looks with this flexible cascade of curls.

Loose Curls

Dani T's loose, wavy bob moves away from tight, "classic" crochet braids with these soft, beachy waves. The bump of color will leave you looking instantly ready for the red carpet or maybe the perfect selfie on you way to work ... you can find a strip of red carpet somewhere in the lobby or conference room, right?

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