Looking for a decent wig

[Sinead]

Hey everyone. So the title's very self explanatory. I'm looking for a decent wig that looks natural and will last a decent amount of time (6 months/1 year). I'm from the UK, and my price range is around £100-200, if that helps.

Growing my hair out isn't an option because it's extremely short and takes ages to grow, even if it does grow, it's very thick, wouldn't turn out the way I would want it to.

I'm basically desperate to start practicing looking like a women as soon as I can, therefore I would like to purchase the wig this week or next... in the next couple of weeks, I will be joining a local trans group where I should get the chance to dress as my true self. I'm at the very early stage of 'being trans' as I have just recently found out I want to be a woman.

[Dena]

Look in the phone directory for a wig shop. Many CIS women and some men wear them so if you are in a city of any size, there should be a few around. Mine was recommended by a group member and possibly if you want it, they may give you a private fitting. A wig shop gives you better control over quality, comfort, color and style than ordering online. A wig might run you a bit more than your price range but a wig should hold up beyond a year if needed.

[Megan.]

Hi hun,  I got mine from Trendco in London. Lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Went there twice, first time presenting male,  second time female. X

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[JoanneB]

Growing my hair out means doing a "Comb-Over" with my bunny ears 

I tend to like Tony of Beverly synthetic wigs followed by Jon Renau in the $150-$200 USD range. They look and feel great.

[Lyric]

Well, in addition to having long hair of my own for decades I've always been something of a wig enthusiest and have owned many. I'll give you some advice you'll either learn from me now or on you own over time.

The first is that no wig will likely ever look close to as good as your own hair grown long and well cared for. You really, really want to reconsider growing yours out, especially if is very thick. It could probably be very beautiful in about a year. The grow out process will be annoying, but once it's done your hair looks great and there are few basic experiences in life more wonderful than having gorgeous long hair. Trust me on this.

Unless you have very bad eyesight and are easily satisfied you will probably still be searching for a satsifactory wig a year from now. You can buy a good wig for the amount you mentioned, but most wig wearers don't attain one that fully suits them until they've purchased at least three or four. I've know wig wearers who've gone through a dozen wigs at $1K or more a piece before finding the right one. Be ready to either compromise your tastes a lot or spend a lot more money.

As mentioned above, the best bet is to go to a good wig shop and be fitted by someone who knows wigs. These people can alter the wig to fit your head and can advise you on styling tips. It's possible to get a good wig shopping online, but it's an absolute gamble with the odds against you. You might get lucky on number four.

While you'll hear different opinions, in my own experience, human hair wigs are the only way to go. Synthetics are common because they are cheap and easily manufactured, not because the look like hair. If you want to wear bangs with your hair down all the time, a simpler with without front lace will work for you. Otherwise front lace is necissary to have a showing hairline and it requires applying adhesive on your front hairline every time you put it on. Ponytails and updos are tricky unless you buy a full lace wig designed for the purpose.

Anyway, I suggest googling "wigs" or "wig care" for tons more information, much of which you'll need to know if you want to wear a wig and look good one.

[davina61]

Waiting for 2 wigs to turn up, taken ages but looks like hand made to order. the cheap synthetic I got to try is big (have a small , petite size head) . Cant grow mine out as non on top and unless I win Loto no chance of implants. UK based so try a google , worth a look in some sites sale section.

[Lady Lisandra]

I agree with Lyric. Thick hair can be one of the best hairs. I used to hate mine. I love bob like cuts, but my thick hair wouldn't look good with any of them. It grew upwards, like Son goku's hair. I just wanted to have normal hair like everyone else.

I survived the growing process by straightening my hair every day and using a lot of hair products until it was long enough to fall, and now I love it. Long thick hair gives you more styling posibilities, and girls with regular, fine hair will envy you. Give it a chance!

[Sinead]

I agree with Lyric. Thick hair can be one of the best hairs. I used to hate mine. I love bob like cuts, but my thick hair wouldn't look good with any of them. It grew upwards, like Son goku's hair. I just wanted to have normal hair like everyone else.

I survived the growing process by straightening my hair every day and using a lot of hair products until it was long enough to fall, and now I love it. Long thick hair gives you more styling posibilities, and girls with regular, fine hair will envy you. Give it a chance!

I'm gonna grow it out and then go from there and see what I can do with it. In the meantime, I've got an appointment for with a trans-friendly wig specialist next Monday

[Lyric]

Sounds like a good plan, Nina. Wigs can be a lot of fun even if you don't wish to wear one all the time. The first few months of a grow out from short are a pain because your hair is used to growing out of your scalp in an upward or outward direction. The weight from the new length will gradually tilt the growth direction downward and it should hang nicely. This can take the better part of year. There are lots of awkward stage tricks, though-- smoothing with product, wearing a headband, wearing a hat or cap, wearing clips or barrettes and so forth. I'd  suggest avoiding products that can be harmful to the hair like straighteners or colorings. The less you do to your hair the better, especially when growing it out.