Ponytails are a versatile hairstyle. You can wear a braided ponytail for any occasion, with any outfit and it will always look stylish. Not only that, but you can create so many different versions of the braided ponytail. You can use different braid patterns, different braid thicknesses and accessorize. To give you some hair inspiration, we have found 23 of the best braided ponytail hairstyles. We have something for everyone, from glam to chic and simple. Take a look and you will soon be booking an appointment at the hair salon.
1. Braided Ponytail with Cords
First up we have this stylish braided ponytail with cords. Cords can really jazz up your hair because you can create different patterns and use different colors. This ponytail uses gold cords which creates a glam vibe but you can choose any color, maybe mix and match a few.
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Source: @lipstickncurls
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2. Blonde Braided Ponytail
Our next braided hairstyle features blonde braids. Adding blonde to your braids gives them a summery lift. So, these are perfect for when you want a new, updated look. Wear these braids for any season, in spring and summer for a sunkissed vibe, and in fall and winter if you want to brighten up your look. Blonde will work with any braids especially a trendy ponytail like this one.
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Source: @braidedbytee
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3. Stunning Braided Ponytail with Gold Braid Cuffs
Another way to accessorize your hair is with braid cuffs. Braid cuffs give your hair a glam, goddess look. Here we have a beautiful example. The hair has been styled into chunky braids and has been finished off with gold braid cuffs. A hairstyle like this will get you noticed.
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Source: @freshlengths
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4. Fulani Braids into a Long, High Ponytail
Next, we have a trendy braided ponytail. This one features long Fulani braids that have been styled into a high ponytail with two loose braids at the side. This is a gorgeous way to wear your ponytail and it will suit everyone. Style with beads and cuffs like featured or leave the braids simple. Either way, you will have a stylish look.
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5. Long, Braided Ponytail + Undercut
Looking for a statement making ponytail? Then this could be just what you are looking for. This ponytail has been styled high and into long, chunky braids. About half way down the head, the hair has been shaved into a trendy web design. This is such a fabulous idea, you can recreate something similar or choose your own pattern.
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Source: @braidedroots
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6. Burgundy Braided Ponytail
You can give your braided ponytail the wow factor by choosing a vibrant color for your hair. Here we have a braided ponytail idea that features a burgundy tone. A color like this is so stylish and will look amazing for any season and occasion. Create a style like this with thin and thick braids or just choose one thickness.
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Source: @shellyafrikhair
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7. Long Braids
Ponytails look beautiful with any length of hair but if you want to create a statement, then try a very long ponytail like featured. The braids sit at about thigh length and are styled high on the head. We love this hairstyle because it demands attention – it is fit for a queen! You can style a long ponytail like this with any braids and you can also accessorize.
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Source: @braidsbydesign
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8. Trendy High Ponytail
Our next hairstyle features a mix of thick and super thin braids. Thin braids like these look stunning and it makes the overall braided design look more intricate. Two of the braids are left loose and also start the opposite way to the other braids which creates a funky design. A hairstyle like this will suit anyone.
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Source: @get_styledbyp
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9. Jumbo Braid Ponytail
Next, we have a gorgeous ponytail idea that features jumbo braids. Jumbo braids are trendy and look stunning when styled into a ponytail. You can have a ponytail with just large braids or have a mix like this hairstyle. Create any pattern and add beads or braid cuffs for an accessorized look.
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Source: @katrinaxkx
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10. High Ponytail with Tribal Braids
High ponytails instantly make you look on trend. Here we have a beautiful example. The hair has been styled into a high ponytail with the braids falling to one side. When the hair is on the side like this, you get a relaxed but stylish vibe. You can also add beads like featured. We love the accessorized center braid too, so try to keep that if you recreate a similar look.
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Source: @sincerelyoghosa
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11. Elegant Braided Ponytail
You can create so many amazing designs by using braids in different thicknesses. Here we have a braided ponytail that features chunky braids with thin ones in-between. The combination creates a unique and stylish pattern. This is a beautiful hairstyle that would look stunning on anyone.
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Source: @braided__
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12. Braid Ponytail with Weave
Our next idea is a very high ponytail that features a trendy but subtle pattern and braid cuffs. We love the small pattern that has been designed at the back because it is stylish but is not too over the top. It is perfect for someone who wants a pattern without being too bold. You can recreate a similar style or choose the ponytail without the pattern or braid cuffs.
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Source: @braid.barbie
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13. Trendy Braided Ponytail with Chunky Braids
It is not just beads and cuffs you can accessorize your ponytail with. You can also use other things like pretty shells. This braided ponytail features just one shell at the front. The use of the shell creates a stylish, creative and stunning hairstyle that will wow. You can use one shell like this or maybe add a few more. Either way, it will look gorgeous.
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Source: @slayedbymeliz
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14. Ponytail Braids for Black Hair
You can make your braided ponytail unique by adding beads. Beads can be bought in any shape and color so the possible looks you can create are endless. This ponytail features lots of wooden beads with the addition of a shell. Recreate a similar look or choose more vibrant beads.
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Source: @glowprincesss
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15. Super Long Braided Ponytail
Next, we have another long braided ponytail but this one shows another way you can style it. This one features a braid cord and uses thicker braids. We love this ponytail! It will wow everyone and give them hair envy. You can use any color cord and create any pattern.
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Source: @braids_by_twosisters
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16. Ponytail with Center Braid and Cuffs
Give your braids a unique look by creating an intricate design like featured. The hair has been braided into a center braid with braid cuffs and also has side braids that start thin and follow round the head into the ponytail. Recreate a similar look or choose different patterns and braid thicknesses.
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Source: @shellyafrikhair
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17. Multi Braids with a Trendy Design
Our next idea features another intricate design. This one uses very thick braids and very thin ones too. These braids follow a round shape until they blend into the ponytail. The hair also has this patterned design on the back of the head too. This is such a trendy hairstyle and it will suit anyone.
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Source: @braidsbydesign
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18. Feed In Braids Ponytail
Next, we have a chunky braided ponytail to share with you. We love this one because of the chic braid cuffs. The braid cuffs jazz up the ponytail and give it a super stylish look. Recreate this ponytail or use just thick braids instead of a mix.
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Source: @katrinaxkx
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19. Ponytail with Funky Twists
Looking for a unique ponytail idea? Then this next pick is for you. The hair has been braided into twists with braid cuffs and it also has braids that are styled into a wavy design. The braided twists create a circular pattern which is creative and statement making. Recreate the twists with wavy braids like featured or straight braids.
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Source: @shellyafrikhair
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20. Thick Ponytail with Stylish Thin Braids
Our next braided ponytail features a trendy mix of thin and thick braids. There are thin braids in-between the thick ones, and there is a stylish set of thin braids at the back of the hair. We love the thin braided section because it is very chic and unique.
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Source: @braidedbytee
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21. Long Braids into a Ponytail
If you love the long ponytails, then you may like our next hairstyle idea. This ponytail is super long and is styled with medium thickness braids. There is also loose braids at the sides and the look is completed with cords and beads. One of our favorite features is the very thin center braid with the braid rings. This is the perfect ponytail for a stylish queen!
Long Braids into a Ponytail
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Source: @braided__
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22. Braided Ponytail with Color
Next, we have a thin and thick braid ponytail with subtle blonde running through it. This is a beautiful ponytail idea. Recreate the blonde look or maybe try the braids with different colors. Red would be a great choice, if you want to be bolder, consider blue or purple.
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Source: @shellyafrikhair
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23. Long, Wrap Around Ponytail
Last on our list is this long wrap around ponytail. For this style the hair has been braided with thin and thick braids and the thin ones start in the opposite direction. The braids have also been wrapped around the start of the ponytail which gives it a trendy look. Recreate with or without the cords.
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Source: @braidsbychinia
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