13 Ponytail Hairstyles Set to Define 2026

Vogue presents a guide to 13 ponytail hairstyles for summer 2025, featuring celebrity looks and expert advice from hairstylist Andreas Wild of Larry King Notting Hill. Styles range from tousled ponytails and boho knotless braids to power ponies and bubble ponytails. Wild emphasizes texture and hold, recommending prep with texture spray and hook hair ties for tension. Placement is key: high ponytails feel youthful, mid-height are versatile, low ponytails are fashion-forward. Braided ponytails are on-trend, and ponytails can be tailored for weddings. The article includes product recommendations like Ride or Die Texture Spray and Manketti Oil Pomade, and showcases looks from Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Chase Infiniti, Charli XCX, Dakota Johnson, Ayo Edebiri, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Natalie Portman. The half ponytail was popular at the Met Gala. The polished low ponytail is structured, while the wispy low ponytail is loose and floaty. The barrette ponytail requires volume and tools. Second or third-day hair is ideal for grip. The article invites readers to submit beauty trends to Vogue's senior beauty & wellness editor.