Buying the Correct Size Wig
Approximately 90% of wig wearers have average size heads and therefore the average size will fit perfectly well.
The size of an average wig is 22.
5".
Wigs have adjusters at the back which allow them to be made slightly bigger or smaller.
These adjusters are almost like tiny little bra straps.
They adjust by sliding up and down, or some wigs have velcro fastenings.
Either is good for securing the wig more firmly onto the head or allowing it to expand a little larger.
As less people need a petite or a large wig, there is not such a big range to choose from.
Manufacturers do not seem to cater for the petite or large head in the same way.
However, there are lots of lovely petite wigs to choose from and some shops will actually alter an average sized wig to fit if you cannot find what you are looking for in the petite range.
Monofilament wigs are by far the most realistic but they are more expensive.
If you do not need the wig for every day wear you may decide on a wefted wig which are a little cheaper.
So how do you know what size wig you will need? The size of a hat really has no significance at all and neither does the size of the person! To be sure about the size you need, measure your head using a soft tape measure.
To do this, measure where the hair line is or should be, above the ears and to the front of the forehead.
An average size will be around 22.
5 inches.
A petite head would measure around 21 to 21.
5 inches.
A large head 23" and above.
Whilst there are not so many petite wigs available, large wigs are even more difficult to come by! A normal average wig CAN stretch up to fit a large head but if it is too tight it can easily pop off! Anything larger than a large fitting will need to be custom made.
This can be an expensive option.
The same is true of ultra petite heads.
The only firm and comfortable fitting would need to be custom made if your head is smaller than petite or larger than large.
The best thing for any first time wigs wearer is to call at a shop and try a few on.
This way you will be able to see the different sizes, colours and cap constructions and feel more confident about your first purchase!
The size of an average wig is 22.
5".
Wigs have adjusters at the back which allow them to be made slightly bigger or smaller.
These adjusters are almost like tiny little bra straps.
They adjust by sliding up and down, or some wigs have velcro fastenings.
Either is good for securing the wig more firmly onto the head or allowing it to expand a little larger.
As less people need a petite or a large wig, there is not such a big range to choose from.
Manufacturers do not seem to cater for the petite or large head in the same way.
However, there are lots of lovely petite wigs to choose from and some shops will actually alter an average sized wig to fit if you cannot find what you are looking for in the petite range.
Monofilament wigs are by far the most realistic but they are more expensive.
If you do not need the wig for every day wear you may decide on a wefted wig which are a little cheaper.
So how do you know what size wig you will need? The size of a hat really has no significance at all and neither does the size of the person! To be sure about the size you need, measure your head using a soft tape measure.
To do this, measure where the hair line is or should be, above the ears and to the front of the forehead.
An average size will be around 22.
5 inches.
A petite head would measure around 21 to 21.
5 inches.
A large head 23" and above.
Whilst there are not so many petite wigs available, large wigs are even more difficult to come by! A normal average wig CAN stretch up to fit a large head but if it is too tight it can easily pop off! Anything larger than a large fitting will need to be custom made.
This can be an expensive option.
The same is true of ultra petite heads.
The only firm and comfortable fitting would need to be custom made if your head is smaller than petite or larger than large.
The best thing for any first time wigs wearer is to call at a shop and try a few on.
This way you will be able to see the different sizes, colours and cap constructions and feel more confident about your first purchase!
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