The secret to rope braids lies in the twisting technique. Take two small sections from each side of your parting and twist ...

I've found learning how to rope braid to be a little different from the traditional three-strand braid and its variants (like the fishtail braid and the four-strand braid). Instead of looking at it ...

For anyone looking to live out their cottagecore dreams this year, a rope braid will give you a soft, delicate, and ethereal look. Similar to the fishtail braid, it only uses two strands rather than ...

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.

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