People with very long hair can wear a ponytail in almost any way they want, but people with shorter hair styles often have to be more creative. You can wear anything from casual low ponies to sleek styles to decorated ponytails if you use your imagination and the right styling tips. These short-hair ponytail ideas show that you have a lot of choices, whether you want to grow out a bob or just change things up a bit.
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01 of 08 Low-Key Low Pony
Short hair in a low ponytail
This easy ponytail for short hair is a classic, and Emilie Joseph looks very fashionable with an oversized blazer, a knitted crop top and tiny gold hoops.
Jeremy Pugh, a hairstylist says You don’t always need to use a lot of gel, especially if you have fine hair. When I’m backstage at Fashion Week, we do this look all the time We usually use a brush and a medium-hold hairspray to smooth everything down while we blow dry it That gives us that shiny, smooth look that is still easy to brush out.
02 of 08 Matrix Pony
Heart Evangelista ponytail
Forget about minimalism. Sometimes more is really better. Heart Evangelista has a very smooth ponytail that is tied back with leather ribbons and bows that match her hair color perfectly. For this look with a ponytail and short hair, some high-hold pomade is your best friend Don’t be afraid to use barrettes to hold shorter pieces in place securely.
03 of 08 Princess Pony with Half-Up
Half-Up Short Pony
We love a half-up ponytail and Helena Bordon nails the look with a Y2K-inspired style with flipped ends. Pugh says, One of my favorite hacks is to use a thick hair mask to slick everything back, especially if you have fine hair. Instead of using a strong-hold hair gel, which can break your hair off when you take it down. And to get those signature flipped-out ends, just flip the ends last with your straightener tool.
04 of 08 Braided High Pony with a Short Hair Ponytail
This sculptural braided high ponytail makes Caroline Takrarit look calm cool and beautiful. The hardest part of this ponytail style for short hair is getting all of the hair up high enough. Pugh says you might need some gel to help and you can also use barrettes and bobby pins. Braid and secure the ponytail once it’s in place securely. One of my favorite tricks is to use your blow dryer on low heat after putting on the gel to help freeze everything in place. That way the gel sets and your hair doesn’t droop while you wait for it to dry. Boar bristles also make a big difference in getting that clean finish.
05 of 08 Clean Girl Pony
A short ponytail hairstyle
The clean girl look is still going strong, and we can see why it’s simple and always looks good. To look like Natalie Portman with a short ponytail straighten your hair and then use a bristle boar brush to pull it all back at about mid-height If you have flyaways, use hairspray with a medium to high hold strength.
06 of 08 Silk-Wrapped Pony
A scarf, which is a fun alternative to a bow adds color and texture to this style worn by Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh and does a lot of heavy lifting. Pugh says, This is a great style if your hair is a little frizzy or you don’t want to do a full blowout. I’d use a little mousse to keep it in check and then brush it through with a blow-dry brush to smooth it out without making it look too perfect.
He says that to make this even easier, you should just grab a scrunchie that already has a scarf on it. There are a lot of cute choices that will make the look come together right away with little effort required.
07 of 08 Vintage Half-Up Ponytail for Short Hair
Florence Pugh’s half-up ponytail is the perfect look for a hot girl. There is volume, a deep side part, and soft waves that look easy instead of beachy or too much.
08 of 08 Power Ponyshort hair style
A confident power pony like the one on Nataly Osmann is a great choice for modern professional girls, workout queens, and girls who like the clean girl look Use a thick edge control or styling wax at the hairline to shape everything, then grab a firm-hold hairspray and spray it section by section as you smooth your hair down with a boar bristle brush Pugh says. The hairspray keeps everything in place without adding extra weight or moisture.
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