You know what's even cuter than the really cute new hair elastic ideas I showed you recently? Not showing any hair elastic at all.
The following hairstyle ideas are all about keeping the ponytail (or braid) mystery alive--you know there's still an elastic involved, but it's not waving its predictable, utilitarian presence in your face.
So next time you want to mix up your pulled-back hair a bit, how about trying one of these elastic-camouflaging moves?
2. Wrap it. Twirl a section of hair, wrap it around your elastic, pin, et voila! A more finished look.
3. Scarf it. (Yes, I am choosing to make scarf into a verb for the purposes of this post. Deal with it.) Use a folded scarf as a headband and then crisscross the ends down through your braid for a chic twist.
4. Tie it. This time-honored, girliest method of dressing up a ponytail is totally back in style for grown-ups right now.
5. Flip it. Remember the Topsy Tail? That 80s pony trick is having a moment right now too. If you can't figure out how to do this freestyle--you basically make a hole in the hair above your elastic and then push/pull the tail through; here's a good photo how-to--they still sell the Topsy Tail kit!
6. Clip it. How about nixing the rubber band altogether? Using a wide barrette instead totally changes the look--and looks more interesting than your usual pony holder.
Which of these hairstyle ideas do you like the best?