Idea 5: Double Dutch Rope Braided Pigtails
Step-by-Step Guide
Double Dutch rope pigtails provide a secure, athletic design that holds hair tightly against the scalp during active sports or busy outdoor days. Use a tail comb to create a straight center part from the front hairline down to the nape, securing one side out of the way with a clip. On the active side, take a small triangular section near the forehead, split it into two strands, and twist each strand in one direction. Cross the strands over each other in the opposite direction while pulling small sub-sections of hair from along the part line and hairline underneath the central twist. Continue this under-handed building method along the scalp down to the nape, keeping firm tension throughout the process. Transition into a standard rope twist for the loose ends, secure with an elastic, and repeat the sequence on the opposite side.
