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35 Stunning Crochet Hairstyles to Try at Your Next Salon Visit

Some are even easy enough to try at home!

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One thing Black women are never afraid to do is switch up their hair. From braids to twists to wash-and-gos and more, the versatility is endless. A great way to keep your styling fresh is to throw a few crochet hairstyles into your rotation.

The protective hairstyle typically consists of braiding down your natural hair or applying a braided wig cap and looping in hair extensions with a tool similar to a crochet needle. The result is a plethora of styles ranging from a fro to waist-length box braids. If you’re in need of a little inspiration for your next hair appointment, check out the cute curly styles below.

1

Braided Top Knot

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For a classic braided crochet style that'll look effortlessly stylish, steal actress Sanaa Lathan's look — just pile up some tight braids into a chic top knot high on your head.

2

Springy Curls

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Take your crochet style to the next level by going for some color and bounce, as actress, producer and writer Quinta Brunson did. 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.

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3

Loose Curl Afro

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Don't spend hours attempting to stretch out your curls for a 70s style glam afro. Lean into a loose curl crochet style where you can achieve an invisible part like actress Taraji P. Henson.

4

Cornrows and Crochet

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

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5

Twist Out Curls

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Influencer and blogger Alicia B. Gettys knows firsthand about the versatility of crochet. 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 Jamaican Bounce Crochet Hair.

See the full tutorial on Alicia B. Gettys's YouTube page »

6

Bouncy Bob

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Loosen things up with this above-the-shoulder, soft coil bob using Wand Curl Crochet Hair. 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!

See the full tutorial on Alicia B. Gettys's YouTube page »

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7

Cornrows and Flat Twists

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If you have type 4 hair and are worried about frizz, opt for a flat twist and crochet combination like actress Keke Palmer. The flat twists will last weeks while crochet curls are easy to maintain.

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Full and Curly

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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!"

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9

Crochet Wig

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Leatherwood went with a crochet wig for Government Cheese's Simone Missick. 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.

10

Focus on the front

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Update a high ponytail by pushing it toward your forehead, letting your loose curls frame your face with a faux bang style. We're loving Rihanna's ombré updo.

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11

Pixie "Cut"

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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 that has big, soft curls piled high using Harlem125 Synthetic Hair Braids in size large.

See the full tutorial on Alicia B. Gettys's YouTube page »

12

Tight Curled Bob

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Actress Skai Jackson shows us that this tight curled bob is an easy way to achieve a strong professional look. Save time (and hair products!) with this crochet-inspired style that you just need to pineapple into a high ponytail at night to maintain.

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13

Touch of Blonde

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Natural hairstylist 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!

14

Textured Ponytail

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For a sleek look with a textured appeal, go for this voluminous ponytail like Issa Rae.

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15

Wavy Bob

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Fans of the full-service natural hair and beauty salon Vanity Factor 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.

16

Mambo Braids

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Actress Keke Palmer's mambo braids are giving us big braid style without the hours in a salon. For a more lightweight option that won't tug and your temples, opt for the crochet version of the look.

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17

Ombré Crochet

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

18

Top Notch Top Knot

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For an easy crochet style, create a top knot with kinky curly hair. Crocheting into a bun adds volume so your hair can be sky high like Taraji P. Henson's confidence in this photo.

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19

Voluminous Pixie

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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 come your way.

20

Full-Bodied Curls

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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.

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