How to weave a fishtail: step-by-step instructions with photos

August 10, 2018
Hairstyles
Anastasia Ivanova

In recent years, hair braiding has become fashionable. It is already difficult to surprise anyone with simple braids of three strands, so “spikelets”, French voluminous braids, braids of four or more strands, fishtail braids, “French waterfall” and many others are used.

Fishtail is one of the simplest hairstyles. It is ideal for girls, teenagers and young girls.

What does a hairstyle with braids look like?

This braid got its name because of its resemblance to the tail of a fish. It looks like a very thin weave of two strands.

If the French braid does not have to hang down, it can be braided only at the base of the hair, then the fishtail is braided so that the braids can lie flirtatiously on the back or shoulders.

A particularly interesting hairstyle option is 2 fishtail braids. Braiding begins from the roots of the hair, picking up strands from the sides, and then proceeds to braiding the braids directly.

This hairstyle looks playful and at the same time very cute. It is comfortable and practical: it can be used to remove hair from your face in hot weather, it fits perfectly under any headdress, and is appropriate for sports training and for a walk down the street.

Romantic side braid

This hairstyle looks especially feminine and gentle. We invite you to learn this simple technique and see for yourself!

Decide on which side you will place the future braid and throw all the combed hair there.
Select a fairly wide strand at the temple on the selected side and twist it into a loose rope. You can do the same with the bangs - connect it to the formation of the tourniquet.
In the back of the head, you can also twist the flagellum to the place where the weaving begins.

Fasten the strands at the bottom side and start creating a fishtail braid in this place using the classic technique of shifting the side strands on top of each other.
This graceful hairstyle welcomes various decorations. For example, you can place decorative hairpins or pins on the braids and in some braids.

Preparing for weaving

If you want your hair to be beautiful, you need to wash your hair and dry your hair first. If clean hair becomes fluffy and unruly, it is allowed to do the hairstyle on the second day after washing. In addition, you can spray a little setting spray or hairspray on the strands to make the braiding process easier. The main thing is not to overdo it with the fixative.

If your hair is dirty or over-sprayed, then the question of how to weave a voluminous fishtail may not even be raised. A voluminous braid made from such hair will not look good, but a sloppy appearance is guaranteed.

To braid 2 fishtail braids, you will need the following materials:

Massage comb to comb your hair.
Comb for parting hair.
Retaining clips.
Two rubber bands. You can use silicone ones, they will be less noticeable on the hair.
Fixing agent for hair: varnish, foam, mousse or gel.
Optional accessories: hairpins, decorative pins, headbands and so on.

Weaving instructions

We'll tell you later. how to make 2 fishtail braids step by step.

Comb your hair thoroughly and part it straight from the forehead to the back of the head.
Temporarily fix one half of the hair with a hairdresser's clip so that it does not interfere. If there is no clip, you can use any hairpin or elastic band.
Start working with the second half of your hair. You can start braiding from the roots of your hair or from the back of your head.
A simpler option is to braid from the back of the head. Divide your hair into two equal parts, then separate one thin strand from the outer sides of both parts. Cover the remaining part of the hair on the right with a thin strand on the right side, and add the strand itself to the left side of the hair. Repeat in the same way with the strand on the left side. Continue weaving in this manner, alternating strands. At the end, secure the braid with an elastic band.
A fishtail braid looks more impressive if you braid it from the roots of your hair. This braid is called a fishtail with a catch. Separate a section of hair (about a third) from the part of your head where you want the beginning of the braid to be. Next, divide the hair you separated into two sections and separate one thin section from each outer side. Further weaving occurs identically to that described in the previous paragraph with one difference: when transferring strands from one side to the other, you need to make a pick-up from the mass of loose hair. This means that if a thin strand is taken from the right side from the separated mass of hair, then from the right side from the total mass of hair you need to add another strand to it. When all the hair is gathered into one braid, continue braiding without a grab and at the end secure the braid with an elastic band.
Repeat the same with the second half of the hair, after first removing the clip, hairpin or elastic band from it.
Fix the resulting hairstyle with hairspray.

Reverse French braids

This hairstyle is suitable for both schoolgirls and adult girls with long hair. Two French braids look very romantic and allow you to remove the strands so that they do not interfere.

Comb your hair thoroughly.
Divide them in half.
On the left side of the parting, grab a small strand near the forehead.
Divide it into three equal sections.
Start with a classic three-strand braid, placing the strands underneath.
On the second or third braid, add loose curls on both sides. Do not pull the strands too tightly and make sure that the braid goes straight.
Having reached the neck level, finish weaving in the usual way.
Tie the end of the braid with an elastic band.
On the right side, take a strand of hair of the same width.
Divide it into three sections and start doing a traditional three-strand braid.
On the second or third braid, add loose curls on both sides. Be careful that both braids are at the same level.
Having reached the neck level, finish weaving in the usual way.
Tie the end with an elastic band.
To add volume, stretch the sections a little with your hands.

To make it easier to create this trendy hairstyle, look at these photos.

For more details on how to do this hairstyle, watch the video at the end of the article.

Two fishtail braids

2 braids on the sides, made using the fishtail technique, will make you feminine and gentle. They are also quick and easy to perform.

Comb your hair well.
Moisturize them with water, mousse, spray or conditioner. This will prevent the strands from becoming tangled and electrified.
Divide your hair into two parts.
On one side of the parting, select two thin strands (up to 2.5 cm). You can start weaving either near the ears, or from the very temples - it all depends on your desires and skills.
Cross both strands.
Holding them with your hand, select another similar strand on the left side. Cross it over the right one and press firmly.
From the right side, take another strand of hair and cross it over the left.
Alternately highlighting the strands on one side or the other, braid the braid to the end. Tie with a thin elastic band.
On the other side of the parting, braid exactly the same braid. Make sure they are parallel to each other.
To add volume, stretch the weave with your hands.

Reverse fishtail braiding

Surely after the first attempts to do this hairstyle, it becomes clear that it is very simple. In addition to the classic version, you can braid 2 fishtail braids in reverse. Weaving occurs in exactly the same way as described above, but thin strands from the sides are placed not on top of the common strand, but under it. If necessary, you can add a tie-back to it; it also goes under the main strand. In this case, the direction of the braid will not be from top to bottom, but from bottom to top. It looks very original and impressive.

Weaving Tips

It is better to use a minimum of fixing agents. If your hair is frizzy, you can lightly moisten it with mousse. If there is no need for mousse, just lightly spray the finished hairstyle with hairspray.

Separate equal strands so that the braid really resembles a fishtail.

Try to make symmetrical braids. They should be approximately the same size and mirror each other.

If necessary, comb your hair during the braiding process.

This way you get very impressive and interesting 2 fishtail braids. The photos in this article will definitely be a good example of how this hairstyle should look.

The most important thing is accuracy in braiding and clean hair. Then the hairstyle will be really beautiful.

How to weave a fishtail?

Braiding with step-by-step photos

This hairstyle is an interweaving of strands of the same width and is woven as follows:

1. Hair is carefully combed along its entire length and any cosmetic product is applied to it that prevents hair from becoming electrified.

2. The hair is divided into two equal strands, just as if you needed to braid two braids on the sides.

3. A small strand is taken from the far edge of the left side of the hair and transferred to the right side.

4. The same is done from left to right. Thus, in the middle, thin strands should be overlapped crosswise.

5. When the strands are transferred alternately, a “fishtail” is formed. At the end of the braiding, the braid is secured with an elastic band or a hairpin.

Video on how to weave a fishtail

As you can see, weaving is not difficult and after a few trainings it can be done without the help of others.

Tips for decorating your hair

2 fishtail braids are already an interesting option, but you can make it more original if you choose the right accessories.

First of all, you need to take into account the event you are planning to attend with this hairstyle. For example, weaving colored strands or decorating with hairpins with huge flowers will not always be appropriate in an office or school.

Even before weaving begins, you can make a zigzag parting. This will make it possible to make two symmetrical braids, which is impossible in the case of a side parting, but the effect of the hairstyle is more interesting.

During the weaving process, you can add kanekalon or hair on clips. You can choose any color, depending on your preferences. It can be some kind of rainbow color - blue, green, pink, or close to natural, but different. For example, light strands will look good on brunettes. You can also choose artificial hair or Kanekalon of the same color as natural hair, but of a different shade. As a rule, Kanekalon is secured with a silicone elastic band, and hair on clips is secured with a hair clip. Be sure to hide an elastic band or hairpin under strands of natural hair.

Metal, plastic or fabric headbands can also perfectly complement your hairstyle. Their advantage is that they are easy to put on and take off, and therefore if the headband does not fit, it can be replaced with another or simply removed.

If you use silicone elastic bands to secure the braids, you can separate one thin strand from the ponytail at the end of each braid, wrap them around the elastic bands, and hide the ends under them.

In addition, you can spray your hair with a decorative glitter effect or coloring spray.

Finally, decorative clips and pins can be placed on your hair as your imagination dictates.

Fishtail design options

A hairstyle with a fishtail braid can be very original; you can transform this hairstyle in different ways for different life situations. An interesting solution would be a combination of different types of weaving.

Ponytail braid

To go to work or, for example, for girls to go to school, you can make a braided tail.

To do this, a high ponytail is tied at the top of the head, then, as in the first option, it is divided into two parts, and the curls are transferred from one to the other. To make the styling more interesting, you can tie the elastic that secures the tail with a strand of hair on top.

French weave

You can also braid a fishtail using the French braid technique. To do this, you need to start weaving from the beginning of the head. And then the technique is the same as with the classic version.

Only here it is worth considering that in parallel you need to select strands on each side of the head.

Two fish tails

This option is perfect for a romantic date. At the same time, you can create some carelessness in your hair, this will add femininity and romance to the image.

You can make these braids with a ribbon, then you get very cute two braids that will not leave anyone indifferent.

Loose hair with a braid

You can combine the hairstyle with loose hair, for example, gather the hair from the temples at the back of the head using a braid, and leave the remaining strands loose, you can also twist them, and get a festive look.

This is also a very simple, but at the same time original option, a step-by-step photo of which is shown below.

A braid braided on one side only goes well with loose hair.

Reverse fishtail hairstyle (reversed)

As has already become clear, learning how to weave a fishtail with your own hands is not at all difficult. This option is for those who have already mastered the French weaving technique and want to try something different.

You can start weaving from the top of the head, or from the forehead, but in this case you need to bring the strands not from above, that is, one on top of the other, but from below. Continue this way until the desired length. Two fish tails using this weaving technique will look cute, especially on girls and young girls.

Weaving all over the head

You can make a wreath on your head in the form of a fishtail braid. To do this, you can either simply braid a pigtail from the side and, as it were, lay it on top of your head, securing it with hairpins. Or you can start weaving at one of the temples and then gradually move to the opposite side, while picking up strands.

You can also do this with two braids. To do this, first braid the braid from one side of the temple using the fishtail technique, then from the other side of the temple. After this, the first braid is wrapped in a semicircle and fixed at the back of the head, and then the other. Also at the back of the head they should connect to each other, the ends should be hidden under the hairstyle. A basket hairstyle will look impressive if you let out the strands near the forehead.

Triple tail

This option is one of the most difficult and you won’t always be able to do it yourself. Hair should be clean and dry. They should be divided into three parts. A regular braid is woven from each part. But it is worth considering that the braid that is created in the center should be slightly lower than the two outermost ones.

Then a common large braid is woven from these braids, that is, each braid is used as a strand when braiding. The top braid was made higher to create a beautiful shape for the overall braid.

If you also weave a ribbon into a braid, it will turn out very original.

Kanekalon

Kanekolons are bright strands that are woven into braids to create a bright and stylish look, this is a summer fashion trend. This option will also look great with a fish tail. The strands can all be the same color or different, it will turn out very interesting.

See the most interesting hairstyles with Kanekalon here.

Braided ponytail

A hairstyle that is so banal at first glance, like a ponytail, can look completely different if it is complemented with braiding. On one side there is a fish braid that goes into a tail.

How you can further diversify your ponytail hairstyle, see here.

Original bunches

Combining a bun with a fishtail braid can add something new and interesting to an otherwise simple hairstyle. Below are photos showing step by step how to create different styles with similar weaving.

How to weave a fishtail from rubber bands

Many people ask how to make a fishtail hairstyle using elastic bands so that it looks stylish and original. It's not difficult at all. The main essence of the hairstyle is that braided tails are used.

First, all the hair is combed back. two strands are taken from the temples and a tail is tied from them behind the head. The tail should not be very tight, because then you need to insert the tip of the tail into the hole between the head and the elastic band of the tail so that it turns around itself.

Then strands are taken a little lower, in the same way from both sides and tied at the back of the head. It also rotates around itself, as in the previous version.

You need to do this until the end of the length, then secure everything at the end with an elastic band. And the strands can be stretched to make the hairstyle more voluminous.

See all the variety of beautiful braids with elastic bands here.

What hairstyles can be made using 2 fishtail braids?

Just braiding your hair is absolutely not the limit of what a real girl can do when working with her hair! A hairstyle with 2 fishtail braids offers a huge range of options for what can be done based on it.

Braids can be wrapped around your head and secured with hairpins. Ideally, these will be decorative pins. In addition, the braids do not have to be laid strictly in a circle: they can be laid in waves, it will be beautiful.

Another option is to intertwine two braids together and twist them into a bun or bun. You can use a special roller for more volume.

It is also not necessary to do one bun when you can do two. To do this, 2 fishtail braids on the sides are twisted into a bun and secured with hairpins.

The last two options are suitable for those who have braids with a lift from the hair roots.