I like the look of dreads on some, but they'd never do for my own work or lifestyle. Dreads I've seen on most fine-, straight-haired white people do look chunky, irregular and just not quite right. So I vote for yes if your hair texture, aesthetics sense and lifestyle will support 'em OK. Otherwise whatever involves the least amount of maintenance and results in the least offensive helmet-head! BTW, I'm a dog person and totally love dreads - er, cords - on certain breeds like pulik, komandorak and Havanese.