A sensational hairstyle is the desire of every woman. With hundreds of hairstyles in the market, it can be challenging to find the perfect one. You have to look into several things like wig length, wig texture, hair materials, density and lace type to get the perfect look.
This makes it important to know how each of these features can contribute in providing the look you want. Without knowing this you can end up getting a great wig but not the perfect one for yourself.
Amongst all of them, understanding the hair length is very important. If you do not get a wig of the right length, your expensive wig may fail to deliver the mesmerizing feel you want.
In this wig length chart, we will cover everything about wig length so that you can decide what hair type and length will look best on you #geeluxhair
HOW CAN THIS BLOG HELP YOU?
Like most women, you might also think that wig length is simply the measure of the hair on the unit from end-to-end. While this is true, buying a wig based on this understanding may result in you getting a wig that appears shorter than what you expected.
Different wig textures of the same length may provide different appearance when it comes to their length. This is because the hair strands of wigs of different textures may be curly or wavy. It results in the hair appearing a little shorter than its original length. What this essentially means is that wigs of the same length but different textures may appear to give a different look.
We know this is confusing. Hence we created this blog to help clear things up.
In this blog, We will show you how to find the perfect wig length in 3 steps：
Step 1:How wig length is measured
Step 2:Difference between wig lengths of different textures
Step 3:Selecting the best wig length based on your physical features
HOW WIG LENGTH IS MEASURED?
Wigs are available in different lengths. You can find them in lengths from 8 inches to 30 inches.
Wig length is the measure of hair strands from the crown to where the hair will land. The measurement conveys where the hair will fall once it is installed.
An 18 inches hair length means the unit will end at 18 inches from the crown of your head. For straight hair, this is easy to understand. The wig length is simply the length of hair strands on the unit that has straight hair.
For curly and wave wigs, the hair needs to be pulled straight to get the exact measurement. This is because the curly texture makes the hair look shorter than its actual length. So a curly texture unit might appear to be 16 inches even when the length of hair strands is between 17 to 18 inches.
There can also be slight variations in this measurement depending on the hair texture you have, how the unit has been installed and your physical features.
Let us see how wig length is measured to get a better idea of this.
HOW TO MEASURE A WIG?
You can use a wig head to measure the wig length. If you do not have a wig head, you can simply place the unit on a flat table to measure the hair length.
1: Place the wig on a wig head or lay it flat on the table. If you have a curly or wavy wig, straighten the hair gently as much as possible.
2: Use a soft measuring tape to measure the longest hair strand on the unit. Make sure you measure it from the crown of the hair till the end of the hair strand.
3: Note down this measurement. If you have a wig that does not have a symmetrical cut, you can follow the steps above to measure the hair length of different sections on the unit. This will give you an accurate idea of how long the hair is in each section.
UNDERSTANDING WIG LENGTH OF DIFFERENT WIG TEXTURES
The hair texture is one of the most important factors that influence how long your hair looks. Just think of the hair like a piece of string. A straight string looks longer while a curled string looks shorter. The same thing applies to wigs of different textures.
We can understand this in more detail by diving into the hair type of each wig texture.
STRAIGHT HAIR
A wig with straight hair strands will carry the look of its actual length. The simple reason for this is that straight hair does not have any curls or kinks along its entire length. So an 18 inch hair wig will fall right up to the mid-back region.
WAVY HAIR
For wavy hair, the hair will look slightly shorter than its actual length because it has bends in the hair texture. So a 12 inch shoulder-length wig may appear around 11 inches long.
CURLY HAIR
Wigs that have a curly texture will appear 1 to 2 inches shorter than the actual length of hair strands on the unit. This is because the hair has deeper curls throughout the length of the hair. So a 14 inch wig may appear 12-13 inches long.
Once you know this, you will be able to decide what look different hair lengths and hair textures will give you.
HAIR LENGTH AND YOUR HEIGHT, FACE SHAPE AND BODY SHAPE
Now that you know how wig length is measured and the look that different hair textures can provide, you need to consider your physical features. Different women have different physical features and knowing which hair length will look the best on your body type can make you look more flattering and poised!
YOUR HEIGHT
One way of looking at height is that tall women should wear long wigs and vice versa. But a better way to consider height is to know how the wigs of different lengths will look on your height.
For example, if you have a height of 5’8”, a straight bob wig of 10 inches may just end over your shoulder and give the perfect medium hair look. If someone is shorter than 5’8”, the wig might end slightly below the shoulder, which might look long and not very neat.
So the same wig length can give a different look to women having different heights. Perceiving your height in this way will help you select the perfect wig from the hair length chart.
YOUR FACE SHAPE
Depending on your face shape, certain haircuts will look more intimidating on your face than others.
For example, women with a square face shape can adorn a short bob style cut better than others. For women with diamond face shape, a mid or long length wig with curls or waves will look better. The curls and waves help to balance out the cut on the face.
You can have a look at this guide to understand what hairstyles look best on different face shapes.
YOUR BODY SHAPE
The hairstyle you select can enhance your physical features positively or negatively. The wig length you select should balance your body shape.
For example, women with a tall and slim body should get a wig with medium to long hair. This will help you get a more feminine look. A loose wave or curly hair texture will add to the spark.
However, if you select a hair length that is less than your chin, then it will look less appealing.
On the other hand, if you have a short figure then you should opt for bobs as it will give a more praising look than wearing a wig with long hair.
To identify your body structure and determine which length will look best you can have a look at this link.
WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE CHOOSING A WIG LENGTH?
Now it’s time to select the right wig length for you. In this guide we have covered some important factors and here is how you can get the perfect wig length.
DECIDE YOUR HAIR GOALS
First, decide your hair goals. By hair goals, you should be clear if you want a flattering look or a simple look. There is no specific rule that can be followed for every woman and it largely depends on your personal preference. #GeeLuxHair
A woman with the same physical features as you may not have the hair goal that is the same as yours. So decide your hair goal and then refer to the wig length chart.
For example, you might have plans to trim your wig in the future. If this is the case, you should pick a longer length wig.
IDENTIFY YOUR PHYSICAL FEATURES
The next thing is to identify your body features - face shape, body structure and height. Once you have identified that, refer to the guide above to get an idea about which hairstyle will look good. You can shortlist 2-3 hairstyles that will look best based on your physical features. Then narrow down to the one that you think will look most appealing.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT HAIR DENSITY
When deciding the length, you should also look into the hair density. Generally longer length hair should have higher density as it helps to make the wig appear fuller and thicker.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF WIG LENGTH
You can refer to this hair length chart to understand where the hair will fall on your body.
Depending upon your height and physical features, there might be slight variations.
SHORT HAIR (HAIR LENGTH -
6 TO 12 INCHES)
Short hair is referred to hair length ranging from just below the ears to the chin. Bobs and pixie fall under this hair length. Short hair can elevate your facial bones and give a more dramatic look. They also need minimum maintenance.
Bobs can be worn with bangs to give a chic look. These types of hairstyles are popularly worn by Hollywood actresses. #GeeLuxHair
MEDIUM HAIR (HAIR LENGTH - 14 TO 22 INCHES)
Medium hair is that which ends between your shoulders and armpits. It mixes the best of short and long length hair to give a universal look. Medium hair length is the most popular hair length as it offers more versatility without being very difficult to maintain. You can customize it with bangs, waves or style it into a pony.
LONG HAIR ( HAIR LENGTH - 24 TO 32 INCHES)
Wigs with hair strands that fall below the armpit and up to the tailbone or longer are considered long lengths. Long hair can give an incredible look to women who are tall as it maxes out the feminine aspect. Long hair can be customized into all sorts of hairstyles like pony, updos or bangs, making them a great choice.#GeeLuxHair
CONCLUSION
Wig length is as important as texture. The right wig length and texture can make you look gorgeous and elegant. Let our wig length chart be your guide to find out which hair length complements you the most.
Arison Hair offers wigs in different lengths and textures to make sure you can customize and get the stunning look you always wanted. Our 100% Virgin human hair wigs and bundles will make the hair look natural and fascinating. With a wide selection of wigs and hair bundles in different colors, styles and lengths getting the perfect hairstyle is now effortless. The premium lace material on the wigs also makes it incredibly comfortable for you to wear them.
Let us know which wig length you prefer and share your experience in the comments below.
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