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Casual Weekend Hair: A Messy Fishtail Side Braid

January 23, 2016 |

I hope you're having a great weekend! I had fun experimenting with my hair and makeup last night, so I thought I'd share my results. A fishtail side braid is my favorite when I'm going for a casual and relaxed weekend vibe. Don't you just love how carefree it looks?!

A messy fishtail side braid is perfect for a casual weekend look! #sidefishtailbraid #fishtailbraid

At the end of the day your feet should be dirty, your hair messy, and your eyes sparkling. Click To Tweet

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A messy fishtail side braid is a perfect weekend or casual look!

A messy fishtail side braid is a perfect weekend or casual look!

A messy fishtail side braid is a perfect weekend or casual look!

Nail Polish: UO // Sweater: Charlotte Russe [similar here + here]

Tips for Creating a Fishtail Side Braid

I'm not going to post a tutorial for a fishtail braid, simply because there are so many good ones already out there that it would be repetitive for me to do another. Here's one to check out if you're just learning how to fishtail.

My best advice for creating a fishtail side braid is to do it on hair that isn't freshly washed. This is the perfect hairstyle for second-day hair with a little dry shampoo added in to create additional texture. Batiste Dry Shampoo in the Tropical Scent is still my favorite dry shampoo!

Don't you love any hairstyle that gives your hair a break from constant washing?

I switch shampoo and conditioner pretty often to avoid buildup, but I'm currently using one of my old standbys: Nourishing Coconut Milk Shampoo + Conditioner Combo Pack by Organix.

I'm basically addicted to how yummy it makes my hair smell! Coconuts always makes me think of the beach, which is my happy place.

No time to wash your hair? Add dry shampoo then style it into a messy side fishtail braid! #fishtail #braids Click To Tweet

A messy fishtail side braid is a perfect weekend or casual look!

A messy fishtail side braid is a perfect weekend or casual look!

If you're interested in my makeup, I posted all of the details and products on this post.

I hope you're having a great weekend so far! If you need hair inspiration, head over to read how to get long, loose curls and how to get more volume in your hair. Have a fantastic week!

XOXO, DAISY

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About DAISY

Hi! I'm Daisy, and I'm in my sophomore year of college where I'm studying fashion marketing and design. I'm addicted to playing with makeup and trying new hairstyles. I've styled my friends hair and makeup for homecoming and prom for years, so now I'm posting online tutorials since people always ask "How did you do that?!" Read more about me here! Follow me on YouTube.

Comments

  1. Lena P. says

    March 14, 2016 at 4:41 AM

    I love this look!! I don’t think it’d work with my hair though. :/ gotta grow it out

  2. Victoria says

    March 13, 2016 at 8:45 PM

    I will definitely have to check out the link you posted on how to do this. I have wanted to learn this braid for so long but never thought of it at the right time. I think this is just the reminder I need. You look beautiful!

  3. DAISY TERRELL says

    March 12, 2016 at 10:56 PM

    Thank you so much!! Everyone is so sweet! I’m glad you all like the braid 🙂

  4. DAISY TERRELL says

    March 12, 2016 at 10:53 PM

    Thanks 🙂

  5. DAISY TERRELL says

    March 12, 2016 at 10:52 PM

    You’re welcome! Thanks for commenting 🙂

  6. Suzanne G says

    February 2, 2016 at 7:54 AM

    What a gorgeous fishtail braid although it is not messy. It looks perfect.

    • DAISY TERRELL says

      March 12, 2016 at 10:52 PM

      Wow thank you! 🙂

  7. DAISY TERRELL says

    January 28, 2016 at 11:01 PM

    Thanks Heather! I learned all of my hair tips and tricks from watching YouTube. You should try this channel because they have lots of tutorials for young girls and some of them are really easy to do: https://www.youtube.com/user/CuteGirlsHairstyles <–that's the one I learned from. 🙂

  8. DAISY TERRELL says

    January 28, 2016 at 10:58 PM

    Hi Helen! If you put something like mousse or a texturizing product in your hair it will help keep the layers from poking out. 🙂 I have to do that, too.

  9. Lina says

    January 28, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    Omg this is gorgoeus! I love the classy look!

  10. Starla B says

    January 27, 2016 at 5:56 PM

    Fishtail braids always look so cute with light colored hair because of all of the different colored pieces. So pretty- I love this!

  11. Annalisa L says

    January 27, 2016 at 5:50 PM

    That’s adorable I wish my hair was longer and blonder!

  12. Kim Pincombe Cole says

    January 27, 2016 at 4:29 PM

    Gorgeous fishtail braid!!!

  13. Kassie says

    January 27, 2016 at 4:06 PM

    Your hair and makeup are absolutely gorgeous! Love this look!

    • DAISY TERRELL says

      March 12, 2016 at 10:53 PM

      Wow, thank you! 🙂

  14. Natalie says

    January 27, 2016 at 2:02 PM

    This looks easy enough for even me to do!

  15. Rust says

    January 27, 2016 at 6:45 AM

    Very pretty! Casual and chic at the same time.

  16. Nikolina says

    January 27, 2016 at 4:55 AM

    This is so pretty!!!! I just need a bit longer hair for this….

  17. Tara L says

    January 26, 2016 at 11:20 PM

    I would love to know how to braid really nice and good. My sisters friend knows how to braid really good.

    • DAISY TERRELL says

      March 12, 2016 at 10:54 PM

      I learned by watching YouTube videos and practicing a LOT 🙂

  18. Linda Manns Linneman says

    January 25, 2016 at 7:24 AM

    You look stunning with this braid. I also love the makeup you are using. Thank you for sharing all this information

    • DAISY TERRELL says

      March 12, 2016 at 10:56 PM

      Thank you! 🙂

  19. bella says

    January 24, 2016 at 10:06 PM

    What a cute braid and Daisy you look so perfect!

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  20. Beth Hern says

    January 23, 2016 at 8:13 PM

    The most prettiest braids! Love the look and the way its on the side!

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