Summer is around the corner. Ponytails are in. It seems like the perfect combination. Who wants to wear their hair down when it’s hot and humid outside?
Wig updos can be tricky, but trust me when I say that it’s worth it. You’ll be more in the summer spirit when your wig hair is not sticking to your back. Don’t give up if your wig ponytail doesn’t look as natural as you want. Practice makes perfect. Make sure your wig is dry when you put it on, and always secure your wig with a chin strap before styling.
Now grab your wig brush (do not use a normal hairbrush used for natural hair!) and let’s take a look at the top 11 trendy ponytail styles for wigs to rock this season!
1. Low Ponytail
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The low ponytail is the most ideal ponytail style when starting out with wig updos. It doesn’t take a lot of effort for this style. This 90s appeal hairstyle is one that can be used every day and for every occasion. Need to run out to the shops? Go for the low ponytail. Have a meeting? This one’s great for that.
It’s also a style that you can be creative with. Whether it’s a center part or an extreme side part, you get a different vibe each time. If you need to change it up for a formal occasion, smooth out your wig hair with no flyaways.
2. High Ponytail
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Ariana Grande has been rocking this ponytail style for quite some time. The high ponytail elevates your entire look. It’s sexy, confident, and lifts your face up. You can have it super sleek with brushed baby hairs to have more of an urban look or a messy high ponytail for a casual look.
Because this style is so versatile, it can be done with all sorts of hair lengths. With various lengths, you get various vibes. If you’re styling your long wig, you can go for the elegant look if it’s all smoothed out and styled straight. If you add a few waves and curls, it can pass off as a party look.
3. Ponytail with Bangs
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I personally am not a big fan of bangs, but match bangs with a ponytail and you can count me in. It’s like a match made in heaven. Not only is this an easy style to achieve, but it’s so low maintenance. Wear it for brunch or a night out. Either way, this ponytail style will complement your occasion.
Your ponytail can be in any length — short, medium, or long. If you have your bangs as layered curtain bags with the rest of your hair pulled back neatly, this will draw attention to your eyes. You can match this hairstyle with a bold eyeshadow look or a natural look, depending on the occasion.
4. ‘80s Ponytail
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Nothing screams the ‘80s than scrunchies. If you’ve been on social media recently, you would’ve known that the scrunchie has made a comeback. Instead of just wearing it around your wrist, tie your wig hair up into a ponytail with it.
You can have your ponytail up at the crown of your head or to one side. Either way, it’ll still bring out the ‘80s ponytail vibe. You can even have a modern take on this style by only using sections of your wig hair rather than all of them. Neon scrunchies scream the 1980s, but it’s okay to have a neutral-colored scrunchie, too.
5. Braided Ponytail
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A braid can give the entire look a fresh twist. If you combine your ponytail with a loose braid, you get a summer, soft, romantic look. This combination is great for both a weekend brunch and a date night.
A braided ponytail has endless combinations. You can go wild with your creativity for this one. Mix and match lengths of hair with types of braids and shades of wig hair. You’ll realize that every time you braid your ponytail, you’re going to get a different result in the best possible way.
6. ‘50s Ponytail
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The feminine vibe is vibing this season. And to follow this trend, go with a ‘50s ponytail look. This style of ladylike ponytail is famously known for its appearance in the musical Grease. It’s not your average ponytail — there’s an element of waviness to it that elevates the entire look. Add a side-swept curl for your bangs to complete the look.
If you’re using heat tools to style this ponytail look, make sure you’ve done your research if it’s possible. There are also heatless options for curling your wig hair.
7. Half Ponytail
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Also known as the half-up, half-down look, the half ponytail is a style that’s coming back in trend. It’s so versatile in terms of styling, occasion, and creativity. You can create this hairstyle with any length of wig hair and any texture. The half ponytail can be tied as high or as low as you want. The higher it’s tied, the more volume you get.
Adding accessories to this style of ponytail is extremely common. Whether it’s a bow or clip, an accessory can change a vibe from feminine to chic.
8. Side Ponytail
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Another style you can rock this season is a side ponytail. This style is not as versatile as the others since wearing it lower is better than tying it high up. If it’s at the top of your neck or just slightly higher, then you’ve nailed it.
You can add loose waves to this ponytail to give it a bit more personality. You might want to choose a thicker wig for this style as it works better than thinner, finer hair.
9. Messy Ponytail
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The messy ponytail never gets old. Whether you have thick or thin hair, this style of ponytail is achievable. It looks effortless yet put together. On top of it all, it’s perfect for summer!
You can have it at any height you prefer. If you backcomb the tail and crown of your wig, you’ll be able to get more volume. However, that’s up to your personal preference. If you think it’s going to damage your wig hair, then refrain from doing it.
10. Two Ponytails
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If you think one ponytail is cute, wait till you have two! The two ponytail style is a bit tricky to master. If you do it wrong, you might look like a schoolgirl. But don’t worry, the trick is to have plenty of volume and waves for this style. You can even loosen them up a bit to give the look a more casual vibe.
Style it by tying it down throughout the ponytail and adding volume to it by pulling strands out. As long as you don’t have just two ponytails straight down with no extra styling, then you’re all good!
11. Twisted Ponytail
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Last but not least, the twisted ponytail. This one is really trendy this season. This inside-out ponytail is super simple to achieve with no maintenance needed. Short or long wig hair can pull off this style. It can be casual or formal, depending on how you style it.
If you have it lose, it’s more casual. If you have it tighter, it’ll look more occasional. Adding accessories can elevate the entire ponytail style to your personal look!
These 11 ponytail styles are so easy to achieve and give room for you to get creative! Which ponytail style are you going to try out this season? Let us know in the comment section below!
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