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Sky Kim is a hairstylist with over a decade of experience. She currently works at Serge Normant at John Frieda in New York City.
Short hair, while always chic, can prove difficult to style. Wearing it down is typically the default setting. That becomes the norm, and suddenly, you realize you haven't touched your hair in two weeks. That's fine, unless you're feeling bored or uninspired. In that case, it's time to take up your styling products again. And by the way, just because it can seem difficult to style doesn't mean it's impossible. For proof, check out 15 braids that look amazing on short hair. The same rings true when it comes to ponytails. Just because you don't have Rapunzel-length locks doesn't mean you can't toss your short strands up into the most classic style.
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Seeing as most of the country is in the midst of a massive heat wave, short and stylish ponytail inspiration can't come fast enough, because who doesn't want their hair up and out of the way when walking out into triple-digit heat? That's why we gathered some of our favorite short ponytail looks from celebrities, hairstylists, and fellow editors. These 17 looks are sure to prove ponytails are never out of style.
Done by celebrity hairstylist Nicole Blais, Lana Condor's high, sleek pony leaves you with a chic and playful look that can easily be worn from day to night. The
Karlie Kloss is the rare Victoria's Secret model who has made short hair her signature look. She often wears her hair in a ponytail, as it fits her no-nonsense approach to beauty. We love how her hairstylist, Harry Josh, kept her side-parted low pony slicked back and chic. Try usingthis product from his namesake brand for a similarpin-straight effect: the Harry Josh ProToolsCeramic 1.25 Inch Flat Styling Iron ($200).
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Actress, you'll begin by braiding the sides of your hair, but leaving some undone at the ends. Then you'll pull up all your hair in a mohawk-like style and clip in the middle. It's perfect for natural and curly hair types.
If straight and sleek isn't your thing, try replicating this voluminous short ponytail that Harry Josh styled for actress Rose Byrne. We love the sheer amount of volume there is at the crown of her head and the top of the pony. No matter which angle you look at it from, it's fresh and bouncy.
Our next inspiration comes courtesy of Kate Bosworth, who happens to be one of our all-time favorite beauty muses. Although her hair is technically medium length, we think this low pony could work for any hair length, including short. Take it from Josh, who captioned this photo, Sometimes it's just small details like a diagonal side part and super sleek pony!
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If you have short hair and bangs, look no further than this soft and wavy look that Josh created for legendary supermodel Helena Christensen. We like how her bangs swoop over to one side of her forehead, ending in a fresh and feathery texture.
Next we have an Instagram post from the newly engaged Hailey Baldwin. Like Kloss, she also channeled the '50s with a high ponytail styled in big barrel curls. We're obsessed.
Emma Watson proves that short ponytails can be business-appropriate. Here, she keeps her hair pared-down and professional (professional enough to meet with the prime minister of Canada) by combing back her strands and securing them with an elastic low at the nape of her neck. She keeps her side bangs and a few face-framing pieces out in front to soften the look.
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Priyanka Chopra posted this picture to her Instagram, wearing a short pony by celeb hairstylistLaura Polko. Chopra's hair is posh and refined thanks to big curls anda lot of shine.
For a fun and youthful look, sweep your curls up into a ponytail at the crown of your head, and let them poof out to celebrate their natural texture, as Yara Shahidi does here. A bright yellow ribbon or barrette isn't required, but it's definitely encouraged.
Lucy Hale proves all it takes to add some oomph to an otherwise traditional short ponytail is a big and bejeweled headband. Okay, so you don't necessarily need that exact headband, but you can't ever go wrong with a stand-out hair accessory.
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Speaking of hair accessories, here's an example of a budget-friendly and summery one you can reach for to amp up a low side pony, courtesy of yours truly. Seriously though, I always keep a bandana or scarf on hand. I roll it up and tie it around my head for an easy, breezy headband. It takes me all of five minutes and results in a beach- or brunch-appropriate look.
Or do as 's stunning features editor Amanda Montell does. Braid one side before combining it with the rest of your hair into a short ponytail. It doesn't have to be perfect. In fact, the messier, the better. (She's our resident short-haired editor and knows all the best styling tricks and products.)
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Ashley Tisdale recently posted this photo to her Instagram, sporting a wavy high ponytail that we love. We like the texture and separation. Try using IGKBeach Club Texture Spray ($29) for a similar effect.
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If you're an I have five minutes to do my hair or I will be insanely late for work type of person, then replicate this easy look worn by Kate Mara. Sweep your hair back into a normal pony before braiding down the lengths. This will take all of 30 seconds (especially if you have super-short strands).
Vanessa Hudgens, the unofficial queen of boho-chic, posted this photo to her Instagram. Even though it's technically a looped bun, we're counting it as a ponytail since the majority is left out of the elastic. This is an easy style that can span edgy and romantic, depending on your makeup and clothing choices.
To round out our list, here'sanother photo of Lucy Hale. Here, she sports wet-look hair that has been tied back into a low pony. It's the ultimate in sleek hairstyles (since we started with a sleek style, it's only fitting that we end with a sleek style). Make sure you check out our easy-to-followwet-look hair tutorial by celeb hairstylist Chris Appleton.When I chopped off my long locks for a lob a few months ago, I quickly lamented the fact that I could no longer rock a high pony like I loved to do. #shorthairprobs
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If you’re a shorty like me, you’ve probably tried to throw your hair up in a high pony, only to have half of it fall back down within five minutes. Not quite the style you were going for. And while you can bobby pin it for days, it still never really quite works the way you want, am I right?
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Braiding the hair on the underside of your pony gives your strands something to cling to. With lob-length hair, the strands underneath tend to be shorter, which means they can’t reach to the elastic on top of your head.
Work some gel or texturizer (I love me some AG Hair Texture Spray) through your strands for extra hold. Then before throwing your hair up, flip your head over and do a quick French braid from the nape of your neck to about halfway up your head. Tie off the braid with a clear elastic, then flip your hair back upright. Then gather your hair into a ponytail as high as you please.
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And voila! The super simple secret to a high ponytail for short hair. To hide the braid, keep the pony sleek. To show off the braid, use a teasing brush to give your pony extra volume, then wrap it into a top knot.
Can’t French braid? Check out this tutorial. The secret is to start a braid like normal, then just gather in pieces from either side as you go. If you’re hair ‘do-challenged, gather 1/4 of the hair starting at the nape and just whip out a regular braid. (You might need a bobby or two to keep this option up.)Today, in beauty lies you've been told, let's tackle the topic of short hair and ponytails. Can you wear short hair in a ponytail? Abso-frickin-lutely. Sure, you might need a little creativity and the help of a few tools and pins, but it can (and should!) be done. And I'm not the only one who feels that way. For further proof that short hair looks good in a ponytail, refer to the below 11 examples that are genuinely mesmerizing.
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