Olandria Carthen’s Ponytail Proves Why She’s the “Bama Barbie”

The Marie Claire beauty feature highlights Love Island USA standout Olandria Carthen’s sleek high ponytail she wore while promoting the show’s reunion in New York City, describing how the hairstyle was slicked back with a deep side part and face-framing bangs that accentuated her doll-like aesthetic and polished glam, proving why her signature “Bama Barbie” energy continues to influence beauty trends and shows how a classic ponytail can be elevated into a red-carpet-ready statement.