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Dreadlock Styles For Men

Updated April 21, 2022 by Barber James

Dreadlocks continue to be popular in barbershops. Also known as locs, dreads epitomize a free, independent, and bohemian lifestyle; although guys shouldn’t let the stereotype prevent them from rocking dread hairstyles if that’s what they want. And while dreadlock styles are usually worn by black men, guys of all races have embraced the look. From short to long, black to blonde, and straight to braided, men’s dread styles come in many unique shapes, sizes, and designs.

Below, we’ll explore the many different ways you can rock modern dreadlocks hairstyles for men. From the taper fade with dreads to mohawk fade to the high top with dreadlocks, you’ll find all the coolest types of dreadlocks for guys to inspire your next haircut style.

Dreadlock Styles For Men

Contents

  • 1 Men’s Dreadlock Hairstyles
    • 1.1 Dreads With A Fade
    • 1.2 High Top Dreads
    • 1.3 Mohawk Dreads
    • 1.4 Short Dreads
    • 1.5 Dyed Dreads
    • 1.6 Braided Dreads
  • 2 Cool Dread Styles For Men
    • 2.1 Short Dreads with Fade
    • 2.2 High Top Dreads + Shape Up + Designs
    • 2.3 Long Dreadlocks + Undercut Fade
    • 2.4 Short Dreadlock Mohawk
    • 2.5 High Top Dreads + Long Beard
    • 2.6 Short Braided Dreads + Line Up
    • 2.7 Dreads Ponytail
    • 2.8 Box Braided Dreads
    • 2.9 Afro Faded Dreads + Full Beard
    • 2.10 Low Bald Fade + Line Up + Short Dreads
    • 2.11 Messy High Top Dreads
    • 2.12 Pulled Up Dreads
    • 2.13 Long, Thick Braided Dreadlocks
    • 2.14 Long Dreads
    • 2.15 Braided Dreads + Man Bun + Line Up + Beard
    • 2.16 Medium Locs + High Taper Fade + Line Up
    • 2.17 Undercut Dreads + Top Knot
    • 2.18 Thick Dread Fade + Pulled Back Bun
    • 2.19 Undercut Dreads + Thick Man Bun + Beard
    • 2.20 Short Locs + Temple Fade
    • 2.21 Long, Thick Dreads
    • 2.22 Medium Length Locs
    • 2.23 Twisted Dreads with Faded Sides + Beard
    • 2.24 Half Ponytail Dreads
    • 2.25 Long Flowing Thin Locs + Full Beard
    • 2.26 Blonde Dread Fade + Edge Up
    • 2.27 Box Braids + Dreads
    • 2.28 Dyed Dreads + Beard

Men’s Dreadlock Hairstyles

Whether you prefer long or short dread styles for guys, it’s important to decide how you want your hair to look before asking your barber for a haircut. For example, do you want to pair your dreadlocks with a fade or undercut? If you choose a dreadlock fade, you’ll have to pick from the different types of fades.

Dreadlock Hairstyles

The next step to deciding how to style your dreads is to choose the length and look on top. Some options include combining it with a high top, mohawk, ponytail, or braids. Here’s an in-depth look at all the different hairstyles for dreads.

Dreadlocks Styles

Dreads With A Fade

Pairing a fade with dreads is the most common version of this look. But a dread fade will force you to pick the kind of cut you want on the sides. A high bald fade will offer a strong contrast for an edgy style. On the other hand, a low taper fade might be a better option if you don’t want the skin of your scalp to show. Either way, if you want a trendy but clean cut hairstyle, short dreads with a fade is your best bet.

Dreads with Fade

High Top Dreads

As one of the best dreadlock styles to get, high top dreads, or even undercut dreads, are generally easier to manage and control. The taper fade on the back and sides keeps the hair short, while leaving a longer top. The dreads on top can then be left messy, pulled back, tied up, or styled any way you want. Ultimately, high top dreads can be cut and worn in a variety of ways, but almost all the variations are stylish and classy.

High Top Dreads

Mohawk Dreads

For a more daring look with some length, guys may want to try mohawk dreads. The mohawk fade with dreads on top looks best with shaved sides and short to medium length dreaded hair. The beauty of this cut is that the burst fade on the sides is easy to maintain, and the hair on top is versatile enough to be kept short or long.

Mohawk Dreads

Short Dreads

Short dread styles for guys may not be a distinct look, but it’s worth noting the benefits of shorter versus longer hair. While long dreadlock hairstyles tend to stand out more, short dreads are easier to maintain, manage and style every day. And although some men may think only long strands are versatile, there are so many styles for short locs, such as keeping them up, letting them fall to one side, parting in the middle, messy and all over, or worn into a top knot.

Short Dreads + High Fade + Beard

Dyed Dreads

If you feel the need to mix things up and want to change the color of your hair, then dyed dreads have become the latest fashion trend. By bleaching or dying your dreadlocks to incorporate different colors, particularly red streaks or ashy and blonde highlights, black men can make their dreads unique. How you decide to use color in your hair can really make all the difference here. Blonde highlights at the end of long dreads can be really dope.

High Burst Fade Mohawk + Blonde Dreads

Braided Dreads

Another popular trend lately is weaving dreads into braids. Dread braid styles add a cool texture and look that can make your hair stand out. You’ll have more styling options with thin dreads over large ones as you can create more intricate designs, but both provide a good, low-maintenance finish. If you already have dreadlocks and want to change your look, then consider any number of braided dreads hairstyles.

Box Braided Dreads

Cool Dread Styles For Men

If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some examples of men with locs who are bringing this traditional bohemian hairstyle into modern day fashion. Check out these awesome dread styles before your next trip to the barbershop!

Short Dreads with Fade

Short Dreads with Fade

High Top Dreads + Shape Up + Designs

High Top Dreads + Shape Up + Designs

Long Dreadlocks + Undercut Fade

Long Dreadlocks + Undercut Fade

Short Dreadlock Mohawk

Short Dreadlock Mohawk

High Top Dreads + Long Beard

High Top Dreads + Long Beard

Short Braided Dreads + Line Up

Short Braided Dreads + Line Up

Dreads Ponytail

Dreads Ponytail

Box Braided Dreads

Box Braided Dreads

Afro Faded Dreads + Full Beard

Afro Faded Dreads + Full Beard

Low Bald Fade + Line Up + Short Dreads

Low Bald Fade + Line Up + Short Dreads

Messy High Top Dreads

Messy High Top Dreads

Pulled Up Dreads

Pulled Up Dreads

Long, Thick Braided Dreadlocks

Long, Thick Braided Dreadlocks

Long Dreads

Long Dread Hairstyles

Braided Dreads + Man Bun + Line Up + Beard

Braided Dreads + Man Bun + Line Up + Beard

Medium Locs + High Taper Fade + Line Up

Medium Locs + High Taper Fade + Line Up

Undercut Dreads + Top Knot

Undercut Dreads + Top Knot

Thick Dread Fade + Pulled Back Bun

Dread Hairstyles For Men

Undercut Dreads + Thick Man Bun + Beard

Undercut Dreads + Thick Man Bun + Beard

Short Locs + Temple Fade

Short Locs + Temple Fade

Long, Thick Dreads

Long, Thick Dreads

Medium Length Locs

Medium Length Locs

Twisted Dreads with Faded Sides + Beard

Twisted Dreads with Faded Sides + Beard

Half Ponytail Dreads

Half Ponytail Dreads

Long Flowing Thin Locs + Full Beard

Long Flowing Thin Locs + Full Beard

Blonde Dread Fade + Edge Up

Blonde Dread Fade + Edge Up

Box Braids + Dreads

Box Braids + Dreads

Dyed Dreads + Beard

Dyed Dreads + Beard

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