dreads suit you if that is who you are on the inside. They can close a lot of doors so be prepared for that. Unfortunately, a lot of people I have known assumed I didn't ever wash my hair. They all asked at different times. I love my dreads and never regret the decision. I had dreads once before and I cut them off for a reason I wasn't happy about and regretted it so much I dreaded my hair as soon as I was able.