19 Fresh Ways to Amp Up Your Ponytail

Instead of lush waves worn down, the typical glam go-to, Amy Adams opts for a sleek and bouncy pony with waves of its own.

Let face-framing pieces fall into place like Jennifer Aniston does in this low key version.

Ariana Grande's super straight—and long—high pony has extra attitude thanks to the ponytail's placement.

Emma Stone looks red hot with a severe side part and perfectly polished low pony.

Pump up the volume at the crown and let a few side pieces free, like Felicity Jones' chic style.

Gabrielle Union's ultra sculptural pony is stunning.

Look polished like Gwyneth Paltrow with a precise center part paired with a super straight low pony.

J. Lo goes for a classic pulled back pony that creates a casual yet sophisticated effect.

Try Jessica Chastain's new take on the half up, half sectioned out style.

Kate Beckinsale gives a flirty flip to her high pony for a bouncy and fun result.

A unique combination of a severe side part with loose pieces and a low pony works well for Kate Hudson's signature off-kilter style.

A sleek blowout pulled backed into a full, bouncy cascade of curls keeps Kate Middelton's pony royally chic.

Katie Holmes goes to great lengths.

Secure it with a bobby pin, and there you go! Like Katy Perry, you'll have a ponytail that's perfectly in place and perfectly chic, too.

Curl shorter layers around your face to keep your style causal yet chic, like Keira Knightley.

Scandal star Kerry Washington stuns with her slicked-back style.

Help make your highlights stand out by loosely brushing hair into a pony like Reese's low, bouncy style.

Try Rihanna's dressed up version—a smooth pony and intense side sweep.

Sarah Hyland matches the tousled texture of her pony with some casual, face-framing pieces.