The ponytail braid has been the style of choice for many celebrities hitting the red carpet as of late. It's a chic, carefree look, but if you're searching for some more unique ways to style these types of braids, you've come to the right place. Take Jennifer Hudson, for instance, who sported this ultralong side braid at a recent event. To get the style, snap in some thick, long extensions if Read more

Sure, ponytails may be your go-to style when you hit the gym. They may even be your staple in the morning on days when you've imbibed a bit too much the night before. But they can also be sophisticated. The ladies on the 2011 Golden Globes red carpet know what I'm talking about (that's right, Kyra Sedgwick), and now you can, too. Check out these chic celebrity ponytails for inspiration. Read more

Is one of your New Year's resolutions to switch up your beauty look a bit? An avant-garde hairstyle is the perfect solution. Not only will this type of style give you extra edge, but it comes without the commitment of a new cut or color. I recently went behind the scenes of Global Green's Gorgeous and Green benefit gala in San Francisco, where stylist Sherilynn Smart of the Sherilynn Jade Salon Read more

Whether you're headed to the club, out to a lounge-y mixology bar, or chilling at your favorite dive, hair that lasts the night is of key importance. Sure, you could just put it up in a ponytail, but right now there are some trendy, gorgeous hairstyles that are just as good for an evening on the town. So to see our picks for pretty hair that stays in place even when you're bar-hopping, just keep Read more

Summer is the most laid-back time of the year, and that means hairstyles tend to match the relaxed mood. (Who wants to spend an hour doing her hair when she could be in the pool?) So if you're looking for a fun and easy-to-create hairstyle to sport during these warm months, read on for inspiration and tips for trying these looks yourself. Read more

I can't imagine that ponytails will ever go out of style, since this hairstyle go-to can range from effortlessly tossed-back to elegantly low-slung to piled high to the side. But wearing a ponytail doesn't have to be boring, and that's why I've assembled ten cute (but not too sticky-sweet) ponytail holders that will add a bit of flair to your wardrobe — scrunchies not included. Read more

When you get Aveda stylist Kevin Ryan in a room, it's always a fun-filled time. And the feel backstage at Tibi reflected that playful mood. Stylists were abuzz creating low-slung ponytails that captured "a cool, independent girl having a 5 p.m. moment," as Ryan put it. Who ever said fashion had to be so serious? See how it all went down behind the scenes now, and learn how you can get a Read more

If you've ever attempted a sleek ponytail but all you get is a gelled-up mess, try this trick used for Charlotte Ronson's Fall 2012 show. After securing hair at the nape, Tresemmé stylist Jeanie Syfu tamed the style by using a hair color brush (the kind the pros use but are readily available at any beauty store) dipped in the brand's Ultra Firm Control Gel. The result was a look that was Read more

Looking for an easy-to-wear runway trend? Look no further than BCBG Max Azria, whose sleek ponytails and modern eyeliner are as chic as they are simple. Earlier this week, we witnessed the hair and makeup test — that's when the beauty look comes together — and saw the models get prepped before their walk down the runway. Follow along for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it takes to Read more

Summer is just a few weeks away, and that means you're likely looking for some easy, hairstyles that keep your hair away from your face. Enter the ponytail. The great thing about this classic look is that you can wear it anywhere from sleek and shiny or tousled with a matte texture. See five ways to do it now. Read more