Hairstyles for Ponytails

Ponytails are always in style, thanks to their ease and versatility. Even if your hair is not long enough to pull into a ponytail, you can create any ponytail look with hair extensions. Look for extensions that best match your hair color and are already secured in a ponytail so you can easily clip and pin them into place. Finish off the look by wrapping the base of the ponytail with a decorative scarf or accessory.

Sleek

The sleek ponytail features slicked-back hair and a long, sleek tail. This style is sophisticated and professional, ideal for a black tie night out or job interview. Comb gel into damp hair from the roots to the ends. Comb the front of your hair back to create a ponytail at the nape of your neck and secure with a ponytail holder. Keep wayward strands in place with a spritz of hairspray on the front of you head. Cover the holder with a simple clip for the office or a rhinestone or other ornate hair accessory for a fancy night on the town.

Sideways

The sideways ponytail adds interest to the traditional ponytail because you secure it on the side of your head rather than the back. Make a side part on the top of your scalp, combing all the hair to the side opposite the part behind your ear. Use gel on damp hair to keep the style sleek or mousse it up to keep it casual and messy. Secure the hair behind the ear with a ponytail holder.

Messy

The messy ponytail is the epitome of bed head, a sexy look that appears as if you just rolled out of bed. Pull the hair back into a ponytail anywhere on the back of your head and secure with a holder. Pull random strands of hair out of the front of the ponytail so they cascade around your face. Complete the messy look by teasing the ponytail and any wayward strands.

Cheerleader

The cheerleader style ponytail is high on the head and full of bounce. Bangs add a cute touch to the look, but are not necessary. Pull your hair back high atop your head, slightly behind the center of your skull, and secure with a ponytail holder. Curly works well with this look, so if your hair is not naturally curly, make a large ringlet with a curling iron. Curl your bangs slightly under or soften them with a dollop of mousse. Tie a colorful scarf around the base of the ponytail to finish off the look.

Dream of Jeannie

The Dream of Jeannie look is sweet, smart and reminiscent of the 1960s. If you've seen Barbara Eden in the show of the same name, you've seen the Dream of Jeannie look. Pull your hair high atop your head to the center top of your skull. Secure with a ponytail holder and brush out the ponytail so it is long and sleek. Take a small swatch of hair at the base of the ponytail and wrap it around the holder, securing into place with bobby pins.

References

• Hair Boutique Site: Ponytail Hairstyles
• Beauty and the Bath Site: Ponytail Hair Styles Gallery, The Ponytail Is Back