This theory is more than proven by our favorite celebrities: contrasting flowing locks with some creativity up top - from a sculptural top knot to a chic half-ponytail - can look elegant ...

“It’s the perfect way to break up the sections of hair." For a half-up style, choosing between a bun or ponytail can change the whole vibe. "A high, sleek pony [like Lana's] gives that lifted ...

Half-up and half-down hairstyles are timeless and ... The next thing you want to do is smooth the top section and gather it into a ponytail, twist, or braid. Secure it with an elastic band or ...

then slicked it back into a half-up ponytail. He enhanced the retro look (inspired by Jo Stockton in Funny Face) by twirling her ends in rollers which left her hair with soft, bouncy curls.