{"id":10364,"date":"2022-02-16T09:40:28","date_gmt":"2022-02-16T09:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/?p=10364"},"modified":"2022-03-28T17:37:33","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T17:37:33","slug":"how-to-style-up-with-soft-dreadlocks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/hairstyles\/how-to-style-up-with-soft-dreadlocks\/","title":{"rendered":"How to style up with Soft Dreadlocks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10384 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dredlocks-feature-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Curls are light, girly, pretty and always in season as well as popular.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dredlocks-feature.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dredlocks-feature-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dredlocks-feature-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>\u2018Keep calm and be curly.\u2019 &#8211; author unknown<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Curls are light, girly, pretty and always in season. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dread<\/a> is one of the most popular hairpieces of the 2000s, because of its pretty spirals and versatile style.<\/p>\n<p>Darling\u2019s upgraded this old favourite by making it less shiny, softer and more natural-looking. Now you can crochet in your hair, make it into a wig or even a drawstring pony. There are so many different ways to style <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dreadlocks<\/a>; here is a list of our favourites.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #9164cb;\"><strong>Crochet<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Crocheting has revolutionised the hair industry. This method tends to be less expensive and easier to achieve as opposed to installations. Plus crocheting makes any hairstyle look way more natural. All you need to get started is a crochet needle and your fave hairpiece.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>1. Soft Dreadlocks Updo<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Installation by crocheting offers a world of possibilities. It means you can tie it up and open a parting almost anywhere on your hair.<\/p>\n<p>You can also style your hair into a messy, stylish updo. Ensure that you consult a professional stylist for best results.<\/p>\n<p>Once you get your desired look, give the hairstyle a personal touch with an Ankara headscarf. Match it up with a choker and hit the road.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10368 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dred-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Style your hair into a messy, stylish up-do and finish it off with a colourful band.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dred.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dred-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/crochet-soft-dred-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Unravelled Soft Dread <\/strong><u><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>If curls aren\u2019t what you\u2019re looking for, maybe you can opt for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/braids\/jozi-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jozi Dred<\/a>. It\u2019s soft and versatile and comes in three colours.<\/p>\n<p>If you want a smoother finish, go for our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dred<\/a> Naturals from our Naturals Collection. All you need to do is crochet them in. Then, instead of unravelling them into curls, leave them as they are.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10366 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/73_soft-dread-loc-1b_l-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"If you want a smooth and beautiful finish, go for the soft dred.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/73_soft-dread-loc-1b_l.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/73_soft-dread-loc-1b_l-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/73_soft-dread-loc-1b_l-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Bob and side parting<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>This hairdo is probably the most recognisable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dreadlock<\/a> style. Its popularity is based on how feminine and simple it is. Make it more natural-looking by leaving out some of your hair along the hairline. Then layer your edges for the perfect, finishing touch.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10375 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Curl-and-coils-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Make your bob look more natural by leaving out some of the hair along the hairline.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Curl-and-coils.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Curl-and-coils-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Curl-and-coils-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #9164cb;\"><strong>Wigs<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Wigs can achieve an array of beautiful, stand out styles. With a curly wig, you\u2019ll be able to add something special to your natural hair with little effort. The essentials to making your wig from scratch include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dread packs<\/a> (depending on the size of your hair)<\/li>\n<li>Dome cap<\/li>\n<li>Weaving thread<\/li>\n<li>Pins<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Closure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Customise your wig to fit your personal style.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>4. Fulani with a side of curls<\/strong><u><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>Once your wig is complete, you can use it as an add-on for a hairstyle of your choice. Mix it up with beads, cornrows and a topknot for a style that\u2019ll take you places.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10372 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Natural-Hairstyles-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Mix up your hair with cornrows and topknot for a style that\u2019ll take you places.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Natural-Hairstyles.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Natural-Hairstyles-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Natural-Hairstyles-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>5. Faux hawk with curls<\/strong><u><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>For a quick protective style, mix your natural locks with cornrows for an edgy look that\u2019ll fire up that weekend.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10373 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-fresh-extremely-inspirational-for-the-hair-and-also-braids-hairstyles-real-of-short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Mix your natural locks with cornrows for an edgy look that\u2019ll fire up that weekend.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-fresh-extremely-inspirational-for-the-hair-and-also-braids-hairstyles-real-of-short-crochet-braids-hairstyles.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-fresh-extremely-inspirational-for-the-hair-and-also-braids-hairstyles-real-of-short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-fresh-extremely-inspirational-for-the-hair-and-also-braids-hairstyles-real-of-short-crochet-braids-hairstyles-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>6. Half down curly styles\u00a0<\/strong><u><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re tight on time, but need to slay, this is the look for you. Fortunately, you don\u2019t have to go to your stylist to put this one together. All you need is practice and patience.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10369 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/half-down-with-curls-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"If you\u2019re tight on time, but need to slay, this is the look for you\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/half-down-with-curls.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/half-down-with-curls-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/half-down-with-curls-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>7. Flat twist with curls<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Need to attend a family event? Combine flat twists and curls. Add gold accessories to glam things up.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10367 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/braidless-crochet-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Combine flat twists and curls and add gold accessories to glam things up.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/braidless-crochet.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/braidless-crochet-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/braidless-crochet-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #9164cb;\"><strong>Drawstring puff<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Drawstring ponies and puffs are convenient all year round. Plus you can DIY your own and customise it the way you like.\u00a0 Use a black and brown mix of curls to create a versatile drawstring to take you from one occasion to another.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>8 Tapered curls<\/strong><u><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>Once your drawstring ponytail is perfect, you can dress it up in many ways. One of our favourites is this tapered curl look. Tie your pony in the centre of your head or even to the side for a fiyah look.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10380 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Drawstring-puff-300x289.jpg\" alt=\"Soft dreadlocks: gorgeous tapered curl look.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Drawstring-puff.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Drawstring-puff-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Drawstring-puff-225x217.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>However you choose to wear <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/southafrica\/products\/crochet\/soft-dred\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soft Dreadlocks,<\/a> you\u2019ll stay slaying. Head over to our website to get the low down on all our new hairstyles and take your hair game to another level.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Darlingsouthafrica\">Facebook<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/darlingsouthafrica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a> to see the latest trends.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2018Keep calm and be curly.\u2019 &#8211; author unknown Curls are light, girly, pretty and always in season. The Soft Dread is one of the most popular hairpieces of the 2000s, because of its pretty spirals and versatile style. Darling\u2019s upgraded this old favourite by making it less shiny, softer and more natural-looking. 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