Forget 90s chokers, statement metallics and powerful pinks — the real star of the SS17 runway shows was the sleek ponytail. Clean, simple and perfect for both day and night, this classic look is loved by style icons both on and off the catwalk.

Step 2: Now, you’re not going to dry your hair the usual way. Using a paddle brush, blow dry your hair away from your face. Tip: The key is not to form a parting. You don’t need to section your hair, just brush away as you blow dry so you get an even head of hair. Texture Comb: The variety of widths and densities of teeth offered with this comb can achieve many different textures and meet all your hair styling demands. It is a perfect tool for men's oil hair and also works well with hair spray and styling gel. This men's comb is suitable for travel, work, and daily use, as it is portable and lightweight. Step 4: Brush your straightened hair up using the soft bristle brush to make a high ponytail. Use the elastic to secure the hair Tip: Use a thin piece of hair from the ponytail to wrap round and conceal the elastic. Secure with a bobby pin to keep the overall look tidy.Sure, it takes up a chunk of real estate on your vanity, but have you ever really used your paddle brush to its full potential? Some may use it as a last-minute blowdrying tool at times (guilty!), but more than that it’s one of the best brushes you can use in the wintertime. Yup, it helps get rid of static and halo frizz brought on by your beanies, sweaters, and winter hoodies. What is a paddle brush?

Step 5: Finally, give your sleek new look staying power without stiffness. Spray on TRES Two Ultra Fine Mist Hair Spray from 10-12 inches away. It helps to fight frizz to keep you looking polished all day and night. For smoothing, blowdry hair with a hairdryer until it’s about 80-90% dry. Then use the paddle brush while you use the dryer (with nozzle) to smooth your hair while you finish drying it. Not sure which brush is best for your hairstyle? Don’t worry: the All Things Hair team are here to help! Simply scroll down below and get ready to brush up on your brushes, ladies! Hair styling tools for your brush kit Hair styling tools: TRESemmé paddle brush. Paddle brush Of course, the simplest hairstyles often take more work than you think. But fear not, we’ve teamed up with top stylist Ryan Trygstad to show you how to get that runway-ready sleek ‘do in just 5 simple steps, with some handy pro tips thrown in for good measure. Trust us, it’ll only take minutes for you to go from freshly washed hair to a ponytail that's fit for the catwalk. Most teasing combs are thin and have a pointy end, so that you can separate your hair before teasing it. Another bonus is that the combs work a charm for styling layers, too, as they allow you to add extra body and movement to your mane. Time to take your hair game to the next level! Hair styling tools: TRESemmé Airflow/Vented brush. Airflow/Vented brushWith the help of heat, vented brushes work with your hair to shape your strands into your desired style, leaving you with a long-lasting finish. But be warned: it takes some practice to learn how to style your hair with this type of brush! Round brush Using your paddle brush, brush hair towards the face and over the hairline. Yes, it will fall over your forehead. However, it will help to create a sleek, side-swept finish. Continue doing this until the first half of your entire head is completely dry. Rather than adding volume, paddle brushes are ideal for creating sleek, straight looks on long, medium and shorter hair. Thanks to its flat shape, it’s anti-static and great for smoothing out frizz and flyaways, too. How do you use a paddle brush?

Quiff Roller Brush: The small round hair brush is perfect for adding lift and volume and for rolling your hair into the optimum hairstyle. It's an excellent tool for creating a perfect pompadour or quiff on short hair. With its compact and slim design, it is one of the must-have travel brushes for hair styling. You’ll need these tools to achieve the look: Blow dryer, paddle brush, section clip, flat iron, soft bristle brush, elastic, bobby pins and seriously smooth vibes. For detangling, use the paddle brush to remove tangles and knots. Take sections of your hair and gently brush the tangles from the ends of your hair, working your way up to the roots. Repeat until all your of your hair is detangled. Working one section at a time on hair that’s been rough-dried, run the paddle brush on the underside of hair while focusing airflow on the top. Do so in a gentle, tugging, downward motion to help seal down the hair strand. Put extra focus on the ends, leaving them to completely run through the bristles for a truly poker-straight look. If you want more of a bend at the ends, tilt the brush head towards you so the hair gets a slight curl as you’re passing it through the airflow. Repeat on both side sections.

How do you keep your paddle brush clean?

Detangling Paddle Hair Brush: The soft nylon bristles easily glide through tangles without scratching your scalp or damaging your hair, while the round-tip bristles gently massage the scalp, stimulating blood circulation for shiny healthy hair. This paddle hair brush works great with a hairdryer to reduce blow-drying time. If you always blow-dry your hair, or are after a big, bouncy blow-out look, then a round brush will be your new BFF. If you use them when blow-drying your hair, they’ll help to add volume and lift at the roots, while producing a subtle curl. Hair Cutting Comb: A comb with fine and regularly spaced teeth is suitable for hair cutting and grooming. Our comb works great to create a perfect part while distributing wax and hair cream evenly through the hair. Teasing combs are the mastermind behind hairstyles that require lots of volume and height, like beehives and quiffs. They help you to create body and lift at the roots, but they can also damage hair if they’re used incorrectly or too frequently.