Wedding Ponytail Hairstyles + Bridal Accessory Ideas

The ponytail. Some might say it's the workhorse of hairstyles (forgive the pun!). Women with long hair wear them allll the time—from the gym, to dinner, on a date, to an interview, and as a wedding day hairstyle!

Wedding ponytail hairstyles have serious staying power for a reason: depending on your aesthetic, you can take a ponytail in almost any direction—sleek and modern, romantic and loose, bold and sculptural. And with the right bridal hair accessories, a ponytail goes from everyday to unforgettable.

Ponytail Bridal Hairstyles and Accessories

Below are a few of our brides' favorite ways of rocking a ponytail and the bridal headpieces that elevate their style for the big day.

Wedding High Ponytail

Sleek and modern while also sexy and a little retro, a high ponytail is one of the best wedding hairstyles for brides who want to feel powerful and polished—no hair in your face or neck, and plenty of wow factor. A high ponytail—à la '70s Cher and Ariana Grande—adds a little swing to your step. Go sleek and glossy, or ask your stylist for a messy high ponytail with volume and movement. Either way, you can't help but feel beautiful.

All sorts of crystal headpieces look great with a high ponytail, including bridal headbands and hair vines. We also love a wedding crown with a high pony rising over top!

Low Pony Wedding Hair

Pulled back and secured at the nape of the neck, a low ponytail is one of the most elegant wedding hairstyles a bride can choose—timeless, versatile, and endlessly flattering. You can go the messy bridal ponytail route—a little artful tousling and your ponytail will have effortless romantic vibes. When we think of this look, sleek may come to mind, but you can also ask your stylist to build a low pony with serious volume. It's a super glam, modern wedding day look.

Like high ponytail wedding hair, there is no wrong accessory. Our beautiful brides love pairing their pony with bridal combs placed to the side, floral-inspired headbands, sparkling princess tiaras, and bridal hair vines woven throughout.

Side Ponytail Wedding Hair

Asymmetry brings serious interest to this wedding hairstyle—and a bridal side ponytail is at once elegant, unexpected, and undeniably sexy. This look is just as versatile as the other ponytail styles: wear your side pony as a thick braid, ask your stylist to create a cascade of curls, or just go sleek.

Side ponytail hairstyles lend themselves to a bold wedding hair comb placed to one side (just remember to wear it on the side you'll be photographed at the altar!). However, if you want sparkle all the way around, a wedding crown looks fabulous paired with side ponytail hairstyles, as does a bridal halo or artfully arranged hair vine.

Bridal Ponytail with Veil

Yes, you can absolutely wear a veil with a ponytail, and it looks stunning. The beauty of it is that veil placement and ponytail position are actually two separate decisions. A low pony can wear a veil at the crown for a striking high-low contrast, or at the base for a seamless, minimalist flow. A high ponytail looks incredible with the veil comb tucked just beneath it, or swept dramatically from the crown. Any length veil can work — it really comes down to your gown, your vision, and what your stylist recommends once everything comes together.

Wedding Hair Accessories for Your Bridal Ponytail

The right wedding hair accessories can transform any ponytail into a full bridal moment. A few of our favorites for ponytail styles: hair vines are endlessly versatile—wind one around your ponytail, weave it through above the tie, or let it trail down alongside your pony for a cascading effect. Bridal headbands frame the face beautifully with any ponytail height. Hair combs are perfect for accenting the base of a low or side pony. And a wedding crown or tiara worn over a high ponytail is a look that never, ever misses.

To find the perfect accessories for your bridal ponytail, shop a selection of our wedding headpieces online or visit our NYC bridal accessory boutique to view and try our entire collection in person.