Braided Ponytail Hairstyles (2024)

Ghanaian Cornrow Braid

Ghana braids, often called cornrows, straight-backs, or banana braids, are a classic french braid style for women with naturally curly hair. The ghana braid style is also known as invisible braids or Cherokee braids.

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Feed In Braids Ponytail

This feed in braids ponytail looks simple and beautiful, the styling is made on the top of the head. It is a trendy style, if you don’t like this color, you can as well recreate this high ponytail with another braiding hair color of your choice.

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Sleek Braided Ponytail

Slick-back hairstyles are a mainstay of the “clean girl” aesthetic , along with other hairstyles such asbuns and braids. And when you combine the slick back style with a braided ponytail, you get a beautiful, low-key look that's trendy, easy to maintain, and great for a number of hair textures, especiallynatural hair

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Fishtail Braid Ponytail

if you’re still somewhat new to the fishtail braid game (guilty!) but totally want to get in on this hot hair braided trend, you’re in luck: The fishtail braid ponytail might just be the braid hack you’ve been looking for.

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Pull Through Braid

Have you heard of the pull through braid? Just in case you’re tired of the traditionalbraidby now, we’ve spotted a cute new version that’s so’grammable, we couldn’t keep it to ourselves.

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Elegant Low Ponytail Braid with Twist

Sometimes it is the simplest things when combined that create the most beautiful styles. This low ponytail braid is a great choice for every day, and the simple twist added makes it just a little bit better.

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DIY Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” Braid

We’re swooning over the details of this combat-ready ‘do — the face-framing mini ponytails and hair wrap qualify this as a next-level braid for sure.

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Box Braids Ponytail

Ponytail boxbraidsstyles like these are also greathair hack ideas. What do we mean by this? This look doesn’t require any hair ties thanks to your braids! So if you ever find yourself wondering how to update your hair on the go, opt for this easy box braids ponytail

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French Braid Ponytail

Nestled somewhere between the intricate plaited headband and your greasy,haven't-showered-in-a-weektopknot, you'll find the ever-faithful french braid — a wildly easy style that, much to the wider world's delight, works even better on second (or third)-day hair. When you merge that look with a tucked-underlow ponytail? Oh, baby, there's a hairstyle that practically sells itself.

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Half French Braided Ponytail

Do you like wearing a ponytail but are just tired of the same old boring looks all the time? This half-French braided ponytail is going to be life-changing. A small section of hair is braided on top with the rest pulled back into a high ponytail leaving you with an updated look that is ideal for everyday wear but can easily go right to the workplace and still look professional.

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Lemonade Braids

The side-swept flattering Lemonade braids take approximately seven hours to achieve and look their best for four weeks or longer, depending on the care and treatment. We will walk you through each step of how you can accomplish this look at home with the right products and techniques.

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Braided Low Ponytail

When we’re in the mood to switch up our style to something moreflirty and fun, we immediately think either some kind of braid or a romantic kind of ponytail. The braided low ponytail is the perfect style to add texture, fun and a whole lot of style to your look.

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Elegant Braided Side Low Ponytail

I love this idea for a fun take on a basic ponytail or braid. It can be functional for every day, or take a basic style to an evening event with ease!

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Viking Braids

Did Viking women (and men) really wear the elaboratebraided hairstylesthat we see in modern re-imaginings on TV? The short answer is yes, though they might not have looked exactly as they do on today’s actors.

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Bohemian Loose Half Braid High Ponytail Hairstyle

This loose half-braid high ponytail is a great idea for taking the boring ponytail up a notch or two. This style is casual enough for every day but can be upscale enough for an event.

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Ponytail Goddess Braids

Goddess braids, which are sometimes called Granny Braids, are a soft, more feminine version of traditional box braids. They are a protective style featuring long, rope-like, cornrow-style braids with curly tendrils that usually lie flat along the scalp.

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Horsetail Loose Braids Ponytail with Accents

Braids and ponytails go together perfectly, and this simple tutorial for a horsetail loose braids ponytail will become a favorite. A super easy style that turns a basic ponytail into a hair masterpiece is sure to become a favorite.

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Freestyle High Pony With Braids

At first glance, this sleek, high-ponytail braid is pretty standardly cute, but when you turn around,it's got the coolest criss-cross rubber band situationthat just demands attention.

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Slicked-back Braided Bun

If you love braids and are looking for something new, this is perfect for you.

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Side Braid Ponytail

Elevate your own hairstyle with this easy-to-follow guide on achieving a stunning side braid ponytail. Whether you’re heading to a casual hangout or a trendy rooftop soirée, this versatile hairstyle is your go-to option.

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Dutch Braids

Style your hair for any occasion with a Dutch braid/wrap-around ponytail. Styled byFilosofia Peluqueria. Photographed byAylen Ile Diaz.

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Fulani Braids

Have any of you heard about the notion of Fulani braids? Well, the truth is that you should embrace the style as soon as possible and introduce it into your life. Why do we say it? The reason is quite simple – the style hits all the hair fashion charts, leavingcrochet braidsandbox braidsfar behind.

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Braided Base Ponytail

There are many different ways to dress up a ponytail, and one of the best is to combine it with a braid. Braided base ponytails are a simple, creative way to add some spice to your daily hair routine.

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Jumbo Knotless Braids

This is a protective style that uses large sections and feed-in braids that are not anchored to the scalp. This look requires a fewer amount of braids which reduces tension on the scalp.

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Micro Braids Ponytail

Micro braidsponytail is a protective hairstyle that involves braiding tiny sections of hair from the root to the tip. The braids are usually thin and delicate, giving a neat and sophisticated look.

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Crochet Braids

Crochet braids were very popular during the nineties and slowly lost popularity at the turn of the century.

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DIY Braided Hair Wrap for Ponytail or Headband

This is a simple DIY that can be worn tons of ways and is a fun piece to have on hand for simple hair styles if you happen to have any hair extensions lying around.

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Heart Shaped Braids

Here is a nice DIY tutorial on how to make heart shaped braids hairstyle. It looks so cute and pretty! It’s perfect forValentine’s day.It can be used forflower girl hairstyle, too.

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Infinity Braid Ponytail

The "Infinity Braid" by stylistSha-Raya Hutchkinson today's episode ofThe Braid Upis bringing that superstar energy and I'm obsessed. The length is gorge and very flippable, but don't worry—it's not too tense on your natural hair and will keep it protected as we approach these harsh winter months.

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Stitch Ponytail With Bangs

Alert anyone and everyone that you know: Bangs are having an absolute moment this season. They're an easy way to frame that beautiful face of yoursandthey can be incorporated into protective styles, like the stitch pony on today's episode ofThe Braid Up.

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Bubble Ponytail

We were recently checking out our friend Erin's blog and came across this amazingBubble Ponytail Hairstyletutorial she created that we fell absolutely in love with

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Jumbo Ponytail Braid

There are many ways to create this hairstyle, but I’ll share step by step, two methods that worked for me below. No heat of any form was used to achieve this hairstyle. Creating this hairstyle will not give you any heat damage at all.

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Waterfall Braid

This romantic braid has a whimsical feel with draping pieces that can act as stand-alone designs or just add visual interest to an otherwise ordinary hairstyle.

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Blue Braids

For those who really want their braided hairstyles to pop, you’ll be thrilled to know that braids can be done inanycolor–including blue! Blue braids are vibrant and suitable for ladies that like dramatic hues and making heads turn. All eyes will be on you and your sapphire locks as you glide through a crowd.

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Cornrow Crown

Unlike traditional braiding techniques where the hair is plaited away from the scalp, cornrows are interwoven flat on the scalp. Our favorite thing about cornrows? Their versatility.

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Rubber-Band Ponytail

It’s chic, it’s sleek, and, trust me, you’re going to absolutely love it. Our braid guru,Stasha Harris, shows us how it’s done.

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Knot & Braided Ponytail

Whether or not you have long hair or are using extensions to achieve the look, this video tutorial by IG@luvmehairwill teach you how to style a knot and braided ponytail. All you need is one minute to learn how to do it yourself

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Jumbo Box Braids

Jumbo box braids are a stylish and versatile option for protective hair styling. You can change up the braid size and length to create a variety of different looks and the process is easy to complete at home.

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Jedi Braid

A Jedi braid is a hairstyle popularized by theStar Warsprequels that's marked by a single, tight braid stemming from the nape of the neck.

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Bubble Braids

There’s nothing like a fuss-free,easy-to-recreate updo. And what’s even better is when said hairstyle can take you from the gym, into work to a night on the town. That’s why the bubblebraid, a playful yetsimple hairstyle, is gaining in popularity with all types of hair.

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Loose Thick Romantic Braid

This thick, romantic braid is so easy to do and is a great way to switch up your basic side braid. In less than 5 minutes, you can be out the door and receiving compliments. Seriously. You won’t even need to practice this one over and over again until you’ve perfected it- this braid truly is that simple.

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Loose Side Braid

The beauty of side braids lies in their ability to suit any hair type and length. From long, flowing locks to short and sassy styles, there’s a side braid that will work for you.

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Loose Braided Updo

This afternoon we have a super pretty hair tutorial thatJennifer Fujikawasent over andBlooming Beauty By Cammycreated! We love braids in hairstyles and this combo of loose curls + french braids is the perfect bohemian look to your wedding day!

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Loose Halo Braid

Today’s hair tutorial is a super dreamy halo braid fromAmanda Grosand shot byAustin Gros. We love the loose braid effect + swooped around to create a crown of hair is super fun idea for your wedding day!

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Side Cornrows Hair Style Tutorial

least a week on course hair. If you don't know how to cornrow, learn with my easy to follow tutorial

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