HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HEAD FOR A WIG
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE WIG FOR YOU
HOW TO MEASURE YOUR WIG SIZE
- Head Circumference
The first and most common measurement to gauge wig size is the circumference of your head. This measurement is to help you understand how snugly or loosely the wig might fit you.
To take this measurement, start at the top of your forehead or natural hairline and, wrapping down the side of your head behind your ears, place the measuring tape around the base of your skull.
Continue to wrap the tape back up on the opposite side of your head and complete the measurement as the tape reaches the starting point.
If you are planning to wear a wig cap or wig grip while wearing your hair piece, take your circumference measurement with these accessories on so you can take the most accurate measurement.
Tip: Use a soft measuring tape to get the most accurate measurements.
- Forehead to Nape Measurement
The second measurement is your forehead-to-nape. This is important for determining where your wig’s hairline will sit.
Start from the very edge of your natural hairline (or wherever you want your forehead to start) and measure backward down the middle of the top of your head and stop at the nape of the neck. The nape of the neck is located where the base of your skull curves inwards and your neck begins.
- Ear to Ear Measurement
The third measurement for your wig size is your ear to ear length. This measurement is, at least partially, for you to understand exactly where the ear tabs of your wig might sit.
To take this measurement, start at the side of your ear parallel to your temple and wrap the measurement firmly around your hairline, finishing the measurement on the direct opposite side of the ear parallel to your temple.
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE WIG FOR YOU
So, you take your measurements perfectly, get your wig and it still doesn’t fit exactly how you want. Don’t panic! Here are a few more things to consider before choosing your size.
How snug you want your wig to fit
Most people are between sizes, which means you may have to consider whether you would prefer your wig to fit on the snugger or looser side. If you prefer a snug fit, you may want to consider opting for a smaller size.
However, if you are going to wear a wig grip or you have a lot of your own hair underneath the wig, you may want to consider opting for a larger size.
Where you would like the hairline and ear tabs to sit
Some people prefer to bring the hairline further down, some prefer it further back. When taking your forehead-to-nape measurement for your wig, consider measuring from where you would like the hairline of your wig to sit, particularly if it’s different from your natural hairline.
Similarly, if you have a preference for where the ear tabs will sit, make sure to measure your ear to ear length from this exact placement to compare to the measurements in our listings. This way you will have a more accurate representation of where the wig will sit beforehand and if you’re happy with its placement prior to purchasing.
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