Taylor Swift Demonstrates the Easiest Way to Elevate a Ponytail This Summer

Taylor Swift just wore the most romantic summer hairstyle that any novice can achieve.

On May 12, Swift attended Lena Dunham’s West Village birthday dinner wearing an outfit that fits right into her latest era. As she prepares for her upcoming wedding (allegedly taking place this July), Swift has mastered the art of incorporating white pieces into her wardrobe without looking like she’s playing dress-up. Just last month this came in the form of a chic satin maxiskirt paired with a simple black tank top, stiletto sandals, and Dior’s Small 30 Montaigne Avenue Top Handle Bag. Now she’s continuing to prove the classic black-and-white combination is key to a striking pre-bridal look.

This time Swift combined a white knit Retrofête mini dress with black accessories, including classic black sling-backs by Gucci and a quilted Dior D-Motion Bag. While those additions come with hefty price tags, the Devika Knit Dress itself retails for $398 and combines two of Swift’s favorite styles and silhouettes: a long-sleeve mock neck and pleated skirt.

However, the unexpected piece that literally tied this look together may already be sitting in one of your kitchen drawers. To cap off her look, Swift tied a long black satin ribbon into a bow around her ponytail, adding a romantic detail that can be emulated for under ten dollars.

In this case, Swift opted to let the strands of her bow hang well past her ponytail, giving the hair accessory a veil-like quality without distracting from the rest of her look.

NEW YORK, NY – MAY 12: Taylor Swift is seen on May 12, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)XNY/Star Max