A great ponytail doesn't have to be long and voluminous. Case in point: Audrey Hepburn's cute, tucked-under version, which screams ingenue.
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No. 4: Blake Lively
Blake Lively's got some of the best hair in the biz, so you'd think she'd always wear it down in Serena van der Woodsen waves. Instead, she often rocks a ponytail -- braided, textured or something even cooler like the tri-sectioned version she wore to the 2014 Met Gala.
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No. 3: Bridgette Bardot
Ask your stylist for a Bridgette Bardot ponytail, and he'll get it right every time. This classic look is big, tousled and seriously sexy. Heavy fringe is a must; thick eyeliner is optional but recommended.
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No. 2: Ariana Grande
There's never been a pop princess quite as dedicated to the ponytail. On the rare occasion Ariana Grande steps out in a different style, fans freak out over the missing pony -- she's practically unrecognizable without it. It truly is her signature look.
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No. 1: Kate Middleton
Whether it's up, down or topped with a fascinator, the Duchess's hair always looks impeccable. Still, it's her ponytails that constantly wow us. They're bouncy, they're shiny, there's volume at the crown, and you'll never, ever see a hair elastic. Sure, she's got great style, unparalleled poise, and she's married to a real-life prince, but a perfect ponytail might just be the most enviable thing about Kate.
