Low Ponytails Dominate New York Fashion Week Runways

At New York Fashion Week, the low ponytail emerged as a dominant hairstyle, appearing in various forms at several shows. The trend began last Wednesday at Cult Gaia, where models walked through falling flower petals with hair styled into an "Infinite Knot" by hairstylist Karim Belghiran, using Tresemmé products and extensions. The next day at TWP, Joey George created "The Fold," prepping hair with Oribe products and a Laifen hair dryer before securing it with a bronze clip to achieve a loose, low ponytail. George cited artist Georgia O'Keeffe as inspiration, aiming for a minimalist, undone yet sculptural look. At Tory Burch, Guido Palau interpreted the collection's theme "the joy of getting dressed" with a sleek middle part and a simple black ponytail holder. Backstage at Maria McManus, Aveda stylist Antoinette Beenders noted the low ponytail's current appeal, comparing it to the Olsen Tuck. Vogue senior fashion writer Hannah Jackson tested TWP's style at the Tibi show, using a tortoiseshell clip and receiving compliments. The trend is expected to continue as Fashion Week moves to London, Paris, and Milan.