Give the hun (half-up bun) a break and try a half-up fishtail braid. Your scalp will thank you and you'll have a new look to add to your repertoire. Tying strands into an elastic at the top makes it easier to create the braid because it keeps everything secure. If hair is long enough, you can hold it up to see what you're doing. If not, a double mirror allows you to see what's going on in the back.
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Rainbow Braid
If you're not on team #unicornhair, you can fake it for a day with temporary hair color. The pop of color helps to showcase the texture of a low fishtail braid. Don't fuss about whether the color gets on specific strands. Apply it randomly and get braiding.
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Loose Updo
Here's one adorable way to get strands off your sweaty neck in the summer. Leave a few loose tendrils around the face then weave small sections on the side of the head into fishtail braids. Pin everything at the back of the head for a romantic finish. Let locks go where they please. The hairdo is not supposed to be stiff.
Want to rock a ponytail and a fishtail braid? This look proves it's possible. Instead of two individual tails, combine the look together by weaving a fishtail braid at the top then leaving the ends undone. The contrasting textures are very modern.
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Soft Fishtail Braid
Our natural tendency is to weave braids as tight as possible. This gorgeous hairstyle shows what happens when you relax your hands. The loose finish would be stunning in a traditional fishtail braid, but we encourage you to try this reverse version. Make sure you finish with a statement scrunchie. There are plenty of options like the Topshop Jacquard Scrunchie, $12.
