So what's the deal with ponytails?
You hear them referenced when people claim to resist making any effort, as if wearing one somehow signifies a lack of self care or as a last resort on a bad hair day.
I have curly hair which I straighten. It works well and is in decent condition, but since always wearing it tied back or plaited as a child I grew up obsessed with being able to wear it loose and long like the 'normal' kids (who to my eyes always had straight hair, alas).
Thing is, it is mid length now, sort of bra strap length, and I feel that I don't look my best when wearing it down. I've got a fringe growing out and my hair never seems to lie flat or convincingly 'chic' whenever I wear it loose. But I'm still fighting to achieve this, which is kind of daft, isn't it?
Thing is, when I toss it into a loose, messy ponytail my face instantly lights up, looks prettier (for wont of a better word!), younger, and my over all look seems more pulled together - yet this contrasts with how we generally perceive ponytails, and..... yes I am overthinking this!
What are your thoughts on this, and for those of you who don't have naturally pin straight hair, how are you most comfortable wearing it?
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ToastedTeacakes · 15/10/2012 22:38
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