Pigtail braid hairstyles come and go, yet one of the most amazing things about fashion trends is that they keep finding their way back—ponytails are back in many different styles.
Here is a rundown of 10 easy-to-make pigtail braids options for different tastes.
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Dutch Braid Pigtails
This is a classic hairstyle for all ages.
How do you do a simple pigtail braid? Well, part the hair at the center all the way to the back of the head so that you have two equal portions of hair on either end.
On one side, split the hair into three segments and braid it using classic dutch braid style. You can use a braiding tool like this one to make it easier.
You can start in the middle of your hair or near the neck. Either braid it to the end or stop midway, leaving some hair unbraided. Use a rubber band to tie at the end of the braid. Now do the same on the other side.
Braided pigtails
Part the hair just like in the dutch pigtails style, but this time do a traditional cornrow style from the forehead plaiting towards the neck.
You can go all the way to the end to create two long tails or leave some curls at the end for volume.
Back to front pigtail buns
Part the hair like you’re making dutch pigtails. Then start your braid from the back (neck) towards the forehead.
Tie your braid halfway through the head and tie it into a bun. You can choose to make it tight and neat to leave a rugged, unkempt look.
Pigtail updo
Part your hair into two equal parts and tie each side with a hairband. Now braid each side separately and tie it into a bun. Hold the buns in place with bobby pins and spray to hold the hair in place.
Single braid pigtail
The answer to the question, “what is the easiest braid?” is right here. Simply brush your hair back and braid it all in the middle using the cornrow or dutch braid style all the way down.
Hold the end of the braid in place with a hairband.
Bubbly pigtail
This pretty style is easy to make.
What is a bubble braid?
It’s a simple wavy braid style. To make it, section your hair down the middle and tie each section with a hairband.
Now put the first small hair or rubber band and pull up a little bit of hair to create a wavy look. Put another band a little lower and do the same until you get to the end.
Flat bubble pigtails
Section your hair into two equal parts. Then tie it into bubbles from the forehead to the back.
Rainbow pigtails
Rainbow pigtails are a style for the brave. Using extensions or colored hair, create a dutch, cornrow, rugged, or bubble braid on either side of your equally sectioned hair.
Half-done pigtails
Part your hair and braid a short length near the back of the head to create two rugged braids on either side.
Boho style pigtails
How do you braid hair easy? Well, you go boho. These rugged relaxed pigtails are simple to make—just part your hair and braid only the bottom part.
Are pigtail braids childish? Not at all, go ahead and try something new; you’re never too old or too young to rock pigtails!