The Perfect Dutch-Fishtail Braid In Just 8 Steps

First, create a side part. Then make a Dutch braid from temple to nape, dividing your hair into three sections. Mimick the motions of a French braid, but tuck each piece of hair underneath the next. As you braid, bring the hair around behind the opposite ear. Make sure to leave a little bit of hair out around the ear to frame the face. Leave out any bangs as well.

Once all the hair is over to one side, start to convert the plait into a fishtail. To do this, divide your remaining loose hair into two sections.

With these two sections separated, take a thin piece of hair from the outside of the left section. Place the piece of hair over the braid and combine with the right side.

Repeat the process on the other side by taking a small section from the outside of the right section.

Place that piece over the braid to combine with the larger left section. Continue doing this with the rest of your hair.

Once you've reached the end of your hair, the braid should look similar to this.

Once you're done, finish off the braid with a clear elastic at the ends.

Gently loosen the Dutch braid by slowly pulling the plait apart, creating a more dynamic look. Then, pull apart the fishtail braid as well slightly.