34 Wedding-Worthy Ponytails to Complete Your Bridal Beauty Look

Go anywhere and you're bound to see ponytails. They're found bouncing around grocery stores, at chic restaurants, walking down the street, and in gym classes. Most girls have the pull-back-and-tie motion ingrained in their muscle memory—there's a reason why hair elastics are basically must-haves, after all. Women love the style so much they've dreamt up dozens of different renditions to wear for every event—looks perfect for work, first dates, and even formal parties! But what about for weddings? Is this more casual take on an updo appropriate? C'mon, say it with us: Why not?

The following stylish brides from real weddings all put the pony to good use, meaning you'll be in good company if you choose this simple, pretty hairstyle for this incredibly special day. Of course, the wedding ponytail isn't entirely like your tie-it-up-and-go rendition. You can choose from sleek, shiny styles (the result of an exceptional pre-wedding blow out) or ones that are full, curly, and exceptionally voluminous. Feeling something a little more bohemian? Braided and knotted iterations are always in style, as are the clean, classic options that commonly feature a wrapped piece of hair where the elastic would be.

Like any other bridal hairstyle, the ponytail is a perfect starting point for accessories. Whether you choose to glam up your look with a hair clip, crystal headband, a bunch of blooms, or pretty ribbon, there's a way to work those must-have accents into this hairstyle. These ponytails are so gorgeous that you'll never second guess the power of this look again. Ahead, a series of elevated and refined styles that are more than appropriate for your wedding day.