A high ponytail does something a low one just can’t, it lifts. It’s genuinely one of the fastest ways to look more awake and put together with almost no effort.
These are the twelve I recommend most.
Classic Sleek High Pony
Gel and a boar bristle brush smooth the base completely flat before you secure the tie, giving you that glass-like finish.
Voluminous High Pony With Backcombing
A little backcombing at the crown before you tie adds height and volume without any extra product.
High Pony With a Middle Part
A clean middle part underneath the high pony gives the style a bit more structure and symmetry.
High Pony With Curly Ends
Curling just the tail after tying adds movement and softens the sleekness of the base.
High Pony With a Bow
A ribbon or bow tied over the hair tie is a small detail that reads far more finished than an exposed elastic.
High Pony for a Night Out
Adding a few loose face-framing pieces to an otherwise sleek high pony softens the whole look for evening.
Complete the Look: More Ponytail Hairstyle Ideas
Want the version tailored for coilier textures? See 12 high ponytail hairstyles for black women that actually lay flat. Which detail are you adding to yours?
