There’s no better way to keep your neck cool on a hot summer day than by throwing your hair up in a ponytail. On the other hand, it can also be the most boring way to wear your hair. Thankfully, a few spring/summer 2014 shows proved that the pony is far from a snooze fest when properly embellished. The ponytail cuff has been spotted on runways, on bloggers and in editorials, and it’s the chicest way to play up a plain pony for day or night — not to mention a super easy addition to an already speedy look. Here, we’ve rounded up some inspiration and shopping picks to steer you in the right direction.