Sexy Side Ponytails
See how these stars turned a childhood favorite into a flirty, date-night-worthy celebrity hairstyle
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If you're like us, your hair spends most of its time in a ponytail. We know, we know, you just can't help it. But instead of telling you to totally break out of this rut (OK, OK, we will suggest you do this on occasion, just not today), we thought we'd help you graduate this hairstyle staple to the next logical look: the side pony. It's amazing how shifting your pony three or four measly inches to the left or right can totally up the fun and sexy factor of this classic updo. This is likely why celebrities are bringing back this whimsical 'do in a big way -- it's a great way to put a flirtatious spin on an old classic.
And ... it's so easy and versatile. You can create a more romantic ponytail by adding flowing waves or keep it sleek and sexy with slicked-back straight strands. Celebrities like Lauren Conrad, Molly Sims and more have been experimenting with various takes on this hairstyle at red carpet events and casual affairs -- see their looks here.
While you peruse these photos and get inspired to secure your pony off-kilter, you'll also learn key tricks on how you can copy these celebrity hairstyles to a tee for your big date night out or casual Sunday shopping excursion.
By Anna Jimenez
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I love, love, love side ponytails & wear them quite often. Just out of curiosity is there an age limit on my beloved side pony??
by lindsey_m Monday, January 16, 2012 at 11:01PM Report as inappropriate
I had never done anything but a boring side pony, I'm glad to have some ways to glam it up!
by sportimonki13 Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 09:40PM Report as inappropriate
The side pony is cute, but it seems like it looks best with curly hair, or curled hair. Time to bust out the curling iron!
by LipglossandSpandex Monday, April 11, 2011 at 08:37PM Report as inappropriate
Cute styles, I want to try a few!
by littlebeauty408 Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 09:08AM Report as inappropriate
Side ponytails make me look like a child....*sigh*
by darkcocoa Monday, February 21, 2011 at 08:26PM Report as inappropriate
love molly sims', so cute
by FIRSTand15 Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 11:28AM Report as inappropriate
I like Lauren Conrad's the best as well. Very sleek. Carmen Electra's side pony with the wavy curls is also flattering. Tyra Banks' looks kind of ridiculous. Eek!
by DeLux Friday, February 18, 2011 at 05:33PM Report as inappropriate
These women look good in side ponytails. I don't know if one would look so good with my age and hairstyle.
by muellsrus Friday, February 18, 2011 at 04:08PM Report as inappropriate
