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13 years 2 months ago #78785 by Bladesworn (Bladesworn)
I used to have long hair, but had to cut it short for reasons I will not go into. I need some advice on possible wigs & such to wear that would help me get back into looking like my character who had long hair. Please PM me. Thanks.

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13 years 2 months ago #78786 by GJSchaller (GJSchaller)
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The quickest advice I can give you is to hit up the Cosplay community. There's a TON of websites that sell wigs to recreate all sorts of styles, for all sorts of characters / roles / recreations - you can probably find a lot more there, and more easily, than you can here. Just google "Cosplay Wigs" to get started.

Remember you'll want to secure the wig somehow, too - either to your current hair, or to a cap of some sort. Trust me, I learned this the hard way...


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13 years 2 months ago #78787 by Bladesworn (Bladesworn)
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I've put out feelers and some questions to the cosplay people I know already. Just covering my bases, & mostly due the fact only KR folks know what I looked like in my costume with my long hair. I need something that matches what I had & can put up with the combat & moving we do. Cosplayers don't fight in rain/snow.

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13 years 2 months ago #78789 by Kleidin (Kleidin)
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If you get a good wig cap, it will be the best wy to start. SCAdians may have additional info on realistic hair pieces and ways o keep them looking good.

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13 years 2 months ago - 13 years 2 months ago #78793 by Keavy (Dani)
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Fellow cosplayer here!

I have tons of wigs from over the years, and I can proudly say that I actually get most of my wigs from eBay. They're always at a good/decent price and the quality is still top notch. And as a bonus, most sellers throw in a wig cap for free. There are thousands of wigs sold on eBay of all different styles, whether you want a bright pink bob, a medium length wavy natural looking brunette, or a four foot long blonde pigtail set. (which I DO have :D ). If you really need help, I'm also an expert at finding the perfect wigs, so if you would like for me to search for one for you, don't hesitate to ask :)

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13 years 2 months ago #78805 by KaT Adams (katadams)
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For active wig-wear, I'd recommend pinning the wig cap to your hair, the wig to he cap, and secure any pins with the tiny rubber bands for the ends of braids. I haven't (for reasons obvious to anyone looking at my hair) needed a long wig for a while, but I found that a wig cap and OMG TOO MANY PINS is perfect.

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