Are you a fan of short hair and want to play with ponytail hairstyles? Girl, so what if your hair doesn’t flow halfway down your back? Who cares that it barely brushes your shoulders?

Snag some hair elastic, grab a handful of bobby pins, and stock up on the hairspray because we’re going to check out a few short ponytails together. You don’t have to wait until your hair reaches a certain length to pull off a ponytail.

Bish, please. That’s like saying you won’t buy yourself new clothes until you lose 10 pounds—it’s BS, in other words. Get your pony on, right this minute.

Stunning Short Ponytail Hairstyles

Are you under the impression that all short hair ponytails are messy, sloppy, and unattractive? Well, you should get out from beneath that particular misconception because it is built on a foundation of lies and it might fall on you.

Ponytails are not the domain of people with long longs, and short ponytails are not at all ugly. You just have to know how to style them, is all.

1. Short Sleek Ponytail

To get a smooth, sleek ponytail, you’ll need to comb out the hair as you’re gathering it into a ponytail. Comb each side so it’s free of lumps, then secure it with a hair tie.

2. 80s Short Ponytail

The 80s were all about side ponytails. Take a trip back in time by gathering your hair together at one side and securing it so the hair falls over the shoulder.

3. Short Ponytail with Bangs

Is there anything cuter than a ponytail with bangs? Whether it’s a messy ponytail or a bun, straighten your bangs so they look super chic with your hairstyle.

4. Short Half Up Ponytail

A half ponytail is great for when you want some of your hair out of your face, but still want to feel feminine and flirty. Use a colorful scrunchie to secure your ponytail!

5. Short Ponytail for Black Girls