Let’s be honest, if it weren’t for the invention of ponytails we’d be screwed. After all, it is the quickest and easiest solution for problem hair. This thrown up style was once reserved for gyms and lounging around at home, but ponytails have evolved to become the style for the red carpet events.

Just take a look at some of our favourite celeb ponytails below! We’re getting some serious #ponygoals here.

1. Wear it clean and classic like Selena Gomez.

2. Tease your hair to create the perfect top-pouf like Alia Bhatt.

3. Wear it high and long like Ariana Grande’s signature pony.

4. Sleek on top with a loose curl at the end like Malaika Arora Khan.

Malaika Arora Khan
Malaika Arora Khan at Global Citizen India

5. Got Bangs? Let it frame your face like Ciara.

6. Wear yours long and wavy like Taraji P. Henson’s never-ending ponytail.

7. Tie your hair on the side à la Jacqueline Fernandez.

8. Add some major volume to your tail like Julianne Hough’s pouf seen here.

9. Keep your tail wavy like Alia Bhatt’ style.

10. Weave braids and twists throughout your tail like Karishma Kapoor’s fantastic look.

The next time you reach for that hair tie, be fearless and play around with your ‘do.

Which style will you try? Tell us in the comments below!