A French braid ponytail may conjure up images of elementary school days, but the modern iterations are anything but juvenile. When you want to wear a fuss-free updo, but grow bored easily of simple styles, a braided option is an ideal look for you. Whether you are blonde or brunette with curly or straight hair, we have a hairdo in our gallery of 30 pictures below to motivate you and guide in spicing your style up.

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The Charm of French Braid Ponytails

A French braid adds interest to a simple pony hairstyle. Since you can place your braids in different sections, vary their width, tightness and texture, it’s easy to come up with an individual style that will be all your own.

#1: Loosely Braided Style

For a day when some additional styling is desired but you’re not trying to go all-out, try a loose French braid that stops at the nape. Then put in a pony holder and you’re good to go. This look can work for anything informal or casual. To keep it carefree, don’t use products.

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#2: Sculptural Punky Ponytail

For a French braid ponytail that will bring out your I-know-how-to-wail-on-the-guitar attitude, fake a faux hawk. Section off the top part of hair and add tight French braids that will lay flat on either side. Then tease hair as high as you dare.

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#3: Double French Braid Crown

The looseness of this look is perfection. Loose braids. Loose curls. Hair loosely wrapped around the pony tail holder. The key is to employ workable products before you start (not hairspray after).

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#4: Flowy Side Braid

This side French braid is full of romance. To get the look, work with a loose tension and medium sections of hair at the crown, bringing the braid along one side and down to the nape. Make it more unique and full of texture by choosing a fishtail braid to hold everything together. Add easy waves and you’re done!