Fishtail braids are so hot, and so popular, and show no signs of slowing down. Wanna know a secret? They’re also pretty easy ...

For those who learned the ways of the Dutch braid, or even the fishtail braid when they were kids, braiding is an easy task. The good news? It's never too late to hop on the braid train.

Instead of losing time better spent enjoying the weather with a cool Mimosa, WSJ's Elizabeth Holmes learns the simple twists and turns of the popular fishtail braid.

Braiding naturally thick hair can be a fulfilling experience, giving you style and manageability at the same time ...