Reinvent Your Ponytail
It's simple, classic and always easy—but it doesn't have to be boring. The most recent runway shows proved that with a little extra effort, your summer-style standby can be a gorgeous standout.
By Jenny Bailly
The Effect: Side-Parted, Supersleek
Wet hair can look sloppy—or slick. For a no-dry-time ponytail that doesn't seem like an afterthought, comb a strong-hold gel through your hair while it's damp. Create a clean side part and pull your hair back into a tight, low pony. The finished product is chic and extremely frizz-resistant. For the version on the Chloé runway, hairstylist Anthony Turner added one final step: a dab of classic pomade to smooth flyaways on either side of the part.
Published 08/20/2013