Find the Best Braid For Your Zodiac Sign

We know you love your birthday, reading your daily horoscope, and trying new braids — so we thought it was time to combine all three and lead you to the perfect plait according to your zodiac sign. Whether you're a fierce fire sign or a more bohemian water one, we hope it inspires you to try a new DIY tonight!

Aries: Double Five-Strand Braid
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Aries: Double Five-Strand Braid

Thanks to your bold personality, you'll have no problem turning heads in this tight plait wrapped around the head — sort of like a ram's horn. It's also desirable for your active lifestyle, since it should last through a gym class, long night out, or even while you're sleeping (silk pillow case recommended!).

Taurus: Braided Bun
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Taurus: Braided Bun

The reserved persona of the bull makes you the perfect candidate for a braided bun. This no-nonsense look is just as practical as it is pretty. Don't worry about a strand falling out of place, since the braid up the back keeps it polished and elegantly off your neck.

Gemini: Pigtail Braids
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Gemini: Pigtail Braids

Of course your plait is double the fun as your sign is associated with the idea of twins! Plus, your curious character will be complemented by this youthful style. Play with variation when it comes to the plaits — you can do pigtail three-strand, french, or fishtail braids.

Cancer: Lobster Tail
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Cancer: Lobster Tail

The closest crustacean-inspired plait to your motif — the crab — would be the lobster tail (the messy-chic cousin of the fishtail). Just as you often feel contradictions within, this style has juxtaposing factors: it is both sophisticated and complex while appearing bohemian and effortless. Day-old hair makes it that much better.

Leo: Crown Braid
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Leo: Crown Braid

We wouldn't expect anything less than a voluminous mane from you lions! And as the kings (or rather queens!) of the jungle, you need a crown. And we say, the bigger the better, like this oversize plait wrapped around the head. It's an ideal look for trendsetters.

Virgo: Milkmaid Braid
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Virgo: Milkmaid Braid

A classic milkmaid braid seems only fitting for these maidens. It looks sweet, yet it lets people know you're down to business. Try wrapping the plaits above your head or around your neck to change it up.

Libra: Circle Braid
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Libra: Circle Braid

Relying on scales makes you the master of balance. A circle braid represents peace and harmony and looks consistent at any angle (something we know is very important to you). Trying this look in a mermaid hair color will help develop your creative side.

Scorpio: Cornrows
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Scorpio: Cornrows

Power-driven scorpions need to be ready for battle at all times. That's why cornrows will allow you to slip into warrior mode. The resilient braids won't budge so easily.

Sagittarius: Katniss Braid
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Sagittarius: Katniss Braid

This Hunger Games-inspired style is obviously made for archers like the girl on fire (get it?). To nail this style, wrap a french or dutch braid around your head so the tail falls over one shoulder. You'll be ready to shoot your arrow on whatever love, life, or career goal you please!

Capricorn: Ladder Braid
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Capricorn: Ladder Braid

The higher-achieving goat is always climbing to the top, so we thought you'd dig a ladder braid to symbolize your journey to success. Plus, your go-getter personality will ensure you don't give up while trying to DIY this crafty plait.

Aquarius: Waterfall Braid
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Aquarius: Waterfall Braid

As the water bearer, it's only appropriate that you get the ever-popular waterfall braid. As an intellectual leader, this style also subtly highlights your brain since the plait technically wraps around it.

Pisces: Fishtail Braid
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Pisces: Fishtail Braid

Since this is the sign of fish, you naturally connect best with this aquatic style. While Pisces are often caught between two paths — one pointing onward, one pointing downward — keeping your braid going straight down the back will help to subconsciously keep you on track.