11 Unique Fishtail Braid Hairstyles To Inspire You

By: Zinnia

 

Fishtail braided hairstyles are a common show on the Runways and Red Carpets.  This is mainly because this Braid hairstyle has undergone a lot of changes in fashion and glamour over the generations. Many hairstylists have added a touch of their own flavour to this classic form of hairstyle.

 

Now there are many styles of fishtail braids some of which are easy and some not so easy. But all are good for not just evening occasions but also for formal parties. Even as an office hairstyle this can be a total show and a great change from your regular ponytails.

  

Here are a few of the fish tail braids styles that you can choose and sport:

1. Front Bangs and a Messy Fishtail: 

 

Got simple long hair? Give it a touch of front bangs.

Now add glamor and style by doing a normal but messy fishtail braid.

Tie up a bow and leave some hairs on the other side to hang loosely. You will love this sweet look.

2. Half up Half Down Fishtail

This half up and half down fish tail braided pony is a must try on as it is easy to do and sport.

Can go pretty good with normal sleek hair or a messy hair as well.

3. Braided Side Fishtail

 

Got thick medium length hair? Try this side braided fishtail on. Perfect for a First date,

or a romantic candle light dinner.

4. Thick Fishtail Braid Pony

Try pulling your hair in from all sides, Go twice left to right and right to left,

take the ends in and tie in a pony. Secure with pins to get this awesome

jazzed up yet a very formal braided look.

5. Braided Fishtail Head Gear

 

A side dragged fishtail pony can be wrapped and secured around the head

in form of a head band. Do not worry about the messy feel. It will only add to the glamour.

6. The Relaxed Fishtail Braid

A messy relaxed look, easy to do and just as awesome to sport. 

 A grand favourite for the Red Carpets.

7. Fishtail Bun

If you have thick hair, which is long enough for a jazzed up fishtail braid,

and then try doing a fishtail braid either from one side or from the absolute

end point of your head. Wrap around the head in form of a head gear.

Keep securing with hair pins and bobby pins as you go on wrapping it around.

8. French Fishtail Braid

A classy look. Can be great if you know how to do french twist pony tails

then this should come easy to you.

9. Conch Fishtail Braided Pony

A very different look with 3 different twists. Do a loose start for a pony with a

conch shell beginning and tie the forefront of it. Now do a tight fishtail half up half down braid and secure the braid to form a pony tail. Cool isn’t it?

10. Tight Rock star Fishtail Braided Pony

Do a low hung tight fishtail pony and you are good to go. A classic “on the road”

look and a great hairstyle for a live rock show.

11. Fishtail Braided Headband

I’m pretty sure my heart skipped a beat or two when I happened upon this gorgeous fishtail braided headband of This Chick’s Got Style. I’m particularly fond of this ‘do because it works well for various hair lengths and textures.

Fun Braided Hairstyles to Try …

By: Amber Oliver

I always want a fresh, cute style, and braided hairstyles are totally a great part of that. I love braids in a hairstyle because they add dimension, different textures and a different appeal to your look. I love that they can be elegant, messy, fun, girly or sporty. Here are some of my top choices for braided hairstyles to try!

1. Fishtail Braid

This braid is great because it’s versatile. It can be elegant and classy or laid back enough for a day at the beach. It’s really easy to achieve and pull off too! It only takes minutes. It can work for most hair lengths too! It’s a no-brainer that this lovely look ended up on my list of the cutest braided hairstyles. [ read: 11 Unique Fishtail Braid Hairstyles To Inspire You... ]

2. French Braid

A french braid can be worn so many ways! It can be at the front, or simply straight down. It’s an easy way to get your hair out of your face so we can admire your beauty! It frames the face well, and looks put together! It can be worn anywhere really! This one is great for people with longer hair! It looks great when side swept too.

French braids, when well done, make very attractive hairstyles. This short and concise video expertly takes you through the process of learning to do your own French braids.

3. BOHO Braid

A Boho braid is mostly seen at the crown or front of the hair. It has a laid back, down to earth feel to it. Think Nicole Richie or Drew Barrymore. They often incorporate Boho braids into their styles. Maybe they can give you some inspiration! It would look great for a day at the park, or at a music/cultural festival.

4. Cornrow Braid

This fun braided hairstyle is great because it can done on most hair types! It works especially well for those with wavy or curly hair. And that’s great, because sometimes those hairstyles can be hard to come by! It adds flare to your hair compared to a regular braid. It would look great for a day out and about or on a fun active date!

5. Braided Bun

A braided bun is a great hairstyle for all occasions. It’s an updo, so it’s pretty enough to wear to a formal event like prom, a gala, a business chic party or a charity event. It’s great for a day at the office too. It adds a little more style to the classic bun look. I love it!

6. Diagonal Dutch Braid

This is a cute variation on the classic dutch braid! It’s similar to the one Prim wore in Hunger Games. It’s fun, funky and sporty. I like that it has a different design along with the braid. It’d be great to wear at the gym or a day outdoors. It’s great to rock on a casual day.

7. Waterfall Braid

Waterfall braids are awesome because they add depth to your hairstyle. It sweeps across your the rest of your hair diagonally and gives you a very romantic, fairy-tale like look. It would look so pretty cascading down your back! It’s great for a party or a romantic date!

8. Tousled Braid

Braids are so popular right now! Ever since The Hunger Games came out, braids have exploded and this braid is no exception! If you're looking for an excuse to braid up your beachy waves, this is it! This tousled braid is just basically taking your beachy waves and braiding them up into a loose braid! It's perfect for the beach!

9. Braided Headband

This braid is so unique, so different and it's ideal for a wedding, for a night out on the town or even if you just want to be a little different! You do have to have really long hair for this one, but it's still so much fun to do!

10. Milk Maid Braid

This braid is so, so cute! It's basically two braids that have the ends hidden and that cross along the top of your head. It's an adorable braid that looks so cute with your little black dress or even with your favorite suit!

11.  Braided Chignon

The chignon is something that is so easy to do, as long as you know exactly what you are doing, but a braided one? Genius! This braid is ideal for the office or even if you are just looking for an excuse to spice up your braid!

12. Double Braid

This braid is almost like the braided headband but instead, it's a double braid that goes from one end of your head to the other -- and the other braid goes in the opposite position. Jessica Alba perfected this particular braid and it looks amazing on her!

13. Knotted Braid

This braid is actually really cool looking! The knotted braid is the technique of the braid and it almost looks like loops in your hair. It's really cool and totally easy to do, once you get the hang of it!

I love braided styles because they’re a chic way to add some fun and spunk to your hairstyle. They’re especially great for warmer seasons when you don’t want your hair in the way! What is your favorite type of braided hairstyle? Would you try any of these?