For many women, whether it's a bad hair day or when inspiration is lacking, the default everyday hairstyle is the ponytail. But with a bit of effort, the basic ponytail can be transformed a more stylish look suitable for work or evening.
Teased Ponytail
Adding some fullness at the top of the head creates a sense of retro style from a simple ponytail. Create volume by applying mouse to the hair and teasing 1/2-inch sections of hair at the top of the head. Start teasing at about 3 inches from the forehead. Use a fine-toothed comb to tease the hair. Spray the teased sections with hairspray to hold. Cover the teased sections with the unteased hair from front of the head, pulling all of the hair back into a high ponytail.
Low Ponytail
A low ponytail can be a very sophisticated look when it's sleek and smooth. If your hair is curly, blow dry it straight. Make a ponytail at the nape of your neck, securing it with a hair elastic that matches your hair. Wrap a 1- to 2-inch strip of hair from the bottom of the ponytail around the hair elastic to conceal it. Secure with a bobby pin underneath the ponytail.
Banded Ponytail
Pull your hair back away from your face and secure it with a fabric headband that has rubber backing. The band should fall about 1/2 inch back from your hairline. Make a low ponytail below the headband, securing it in place with an elastic that matches your hair. Flip the bottom ends of the ponytail up and under the band, letting the ends drape over the band.
Upswept Ponytail
Apply mousse or other texturizing product to the hair and allow it to dry naturally. Make a very low, loose ponytail, beginning at about 3 to 4 inches from the nape of your neck, securing it with an elastic that matches your hair. Tuck the ends of the ponytail up into the elastic band to create a loop. Turn the loop sideways and roll it to create a very loose French twist, securing it with bobby pins. Allow tendrils of hair to fall at the hairline and temples.
Wavy Side Ponytail
Style your hair so that it falls in loose waves. If you have straight hair, use hot rollers to add curl or a texturizing spray to shape your hair into waves. If your hair is very curly, you can straighten it first with a blow dryer and then use a curling iron to create subtle waves. Make a low, loose ponytail, set slightly to one side, and secure it with a decorative clip. Pull out loose tendrils around the face for a softer look.
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