Rattail (hairstyle)

The rattail usually hangs naturally; however, it can be braided, treated as a dread, permed, straightened, poofed, or curled with an iron.

The Polynesians also have their variant of the rattail and it is called the "Horse Tail" They are usually thicker and more popular today within Australia/New Zealand youths.

It is a very popular hairstyle in Broome, Western Australia and New Zealand, especially among boys, and is sometimes combined with shaved sides as a soft fauxhawk.

[3] New Kids On The Block performer Jordan Knight wore a long braided rattail for much of his time with the band, which helped further the style's popularity.

[citation needed] Former junior welterweight boxing champion Kostya Tszyu sported a rather famous rattail throughout his career.