It is a very nice ponytail, soft hair. The color 2 was a little lighter than expected but not too much. If I did order another ponytail in the future I would probably get it custom to be a little thicker. This is only my preference b/c I have naturally thick hair that i like to hide completely. My work around was to braid my natural hair, tuck it under my ponytail holder and then put this on. Braiding my real hair helps keep it away from the velcro which is super strength.