I buy these....
http://cgi.ebay.com/250-approx-TINY-...QQcmdZViewItem
they are amazing and do not snag the hair like the traditional ones. This seller sells it in many color! They will try to get it off in the beginning... it is normal but as long as it is not pulled up tight.... you are fine! I girls and boys are in ponytails now! I think it is adorable!