Halloween is officially in our rearview, but that doesn’t mean wigging out is off the table. Although women have always utilized wigs for everyday wear, I personally didn’t try it until earlier this year. It wasn’t until college that I discovered extensions, weaves and other forms of protective styling, so I’ve been admittedly hesitant to rock a one, simply because I had no idea how to do it.
And I’m not ashamed to also admit that the thought of a random person snatching it off gave me anxiety. In all honesty, it took a big chop for me to realize that hair is supposed to be fun, not stressful. How we choose to style our hair is often an extension of our personality, so as someone who thrives off spontaneity, I knew it was time to throw on a lacefront and live my best life. MORE: How to Prep for a Major Hair Makeover
My first wig is not for the wallflower. Latched and Hooked wigs, made by founder Tiffini Gatlin, are chemical-free, pre-curled and looped protective styles that are so realistic-looking, everyone was convinced I sat in a braiding salon for days to achieve my look.
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The options go from super short to ultra long, and cover the spectrum of protective styling; crochet curls, bohemian twists and box braids, to name a few.
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Because I thrive off doing the most, I opted for a waist-length, micro-twist wig from the Crown Collection and wore it everyday for a week. Besides being able to swing my hair back and...