Looking to grow bangs and a pony tail, advice?????

Hey guys,

I am a complete noob to proper hairstyles and seeking some advice

I am currently growing my hair out to incorporate long bangs on the front which will stick pretty much straight out (obviously layered or something), shorter on the sides than top and coming in to a V at the back with a tiny braided pony tail starting at the very bottom of the V extending as far as I can grow it before I finish uni and get a real job (bout 5 years )

Specifically I am looking for advice on the bangs (pretty much any advice), and how or if it is possible to grow this pony tail type thing and how I would go about it


P.S. I know that my hair will need to be trimmed as it grows out (especially this tail thing) and any help, advice, critisism (preferably constructive) or whatever is welcome