There's nothing quite as effortless — or as romantic — as a braid. But what's really special about your classic braid? Well, that's where the fishtail braid comes in. This cool and unique braid is a ...

In a matter of minutes, a simple low ponytail can transform into a deliberately messy masterpiece. Just form a few braids, tie them together, secure them into a bun and separate strands for a piece-y ...

I love braids — they’re elegant, they disguise dirty hair, and when done well, they keep your hair put for hours. I like them so much, I put my hair in the same French braid almost every day. But the ...

Don't get stuck into a hairstyle rut. Learn to style your hair in easy braids that anyone can master. No matter what your skill level, there are a few braids out there that anyone can recreate. You ...

Leave it to braid guru Sarah Potempa to find a way to make five-strand braiding seem like something doable by real humans and not a style that should only be attempted by an ambidextrous octopus. The ...

It's not often that we suggest you take a cue from your childhood beauty routine (think: scrunchies), but we're making an exception when it comes to one of the newest hair trends: pigtail braids. They ...

This article originally appeared in the December 2015 issue of SELF. For more from the issue, subscribe to SELF and download the digital edition. Sleek, chic, cool—this rope braid is a triple threat.