Hairstyle Ideas

43 ponytail hairstyle ideas, from slick and snatched to romantic and messy

So chic, so simple.
43 Ponytail Hairstyle Ideas To Inspire Your Next Look
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They're cute enough to wear to fashion events (Gigi Hadid rocked the cutest preppy ponytail recently).

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Likewise, they're a chic enough style to wear into the office or as wedding guests – to the many post-lockdown weddings we've got lined up.

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A slicked-back, sky high pony placed high on the crown of your head feels sleek and polished, braids add a little extra interest into the equation and big curls look beautiful.

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Or opt for something boho and beachy, with your fringe pulled out. Laid-back and lived-in, this has carefree cool-girl vibes. Plus, it's ideal if you're not accustomed to styling your own hair, since the messier it is, the better.

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And glam textural ponytails have 'bridal hair' or 'special occasion' written all over them. Just make sure you prep with texture spray first.

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Even those with short hair can get in on the action, with the low, centre-parted pony offering an on-trend option for anyone rocking a bob or lob.

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The key is to keep it interesting - whether embellished with hair accessories, twisted, braided, or just incredibly sleek, these little details will take your ponytail up a notch and stop it from slipping into schoolgirl territory. But before that, be sure to style prep.

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To create all the volume and bounce you need, spritz in some dry shampoo or texturising spray pre-styling or even add in a few curls with a curling wand before putting it up. This will especially help thin hair to hold the hairstyle in place.

Luckily, TikTok – and some of our favourite stylists – have gifted us with some sneaky ponytail hairstyle hacks to make the whole process a lot easier, including the claw clip ponytail hack and flip-back voluminous ponytail hack straight from JLo's hairstylist, Chris Appleton, himself.

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