What is a fish braid?

A fish braid (also called a fishbone braid) is a decorative braid created by weaving sections of hair together in an alternating over-under pattern that resembles the shape of a fish's skeleton. It is a versatile braid that can be done on long or short hair and can be dressed up or down for various occasions.

Here are the steps on how to create a fish braid:

1. Start with damp or slightly damp hair. This will help to prevent frizz and make the braiding process easier.

2. Detangle your hair thoroughly to remove any knots or tangles.

3. Divide your hair into two equal sections and hold one section in each hand.

4. Take a small section of hair from the outer edge of the right section and cross it over to the inner edge of the left section.

5. Repeat step 4 on the left side, taking a small section of hair from the outer edge of the left section and crossing it over to the inner edge of the right section.

6. Continue alternating sides, taking small sections of hair from the outer edges and crossing them over to the inner edges of the opposite sections.

7. As you braid, gently tug on the sections to create a tighter, more defined braid.

8. Continue braiding down the length of your hair until you reach the end.

9. Secure the braid with a hair tie or elastic.

10. To add a finishing touch, you can wrap a small section of hair around the base of the braid and tuck it in to hide the hair tie.

The fish braid can be customized by adjusting the size and number of sections. For a thicker braid, use larger sections. For a thinner braid, use smaller sections. You can also experiment with different starting points and patterns to create different variations of the fish braid.