Wigs and hairpieces.

[Mica]

What do others think of using wigs or hairpieces for pinup shoots?  I'm thinking of wigs that are already styled for the appropriate time period of one's costume/look, of course.  I've bought a few and know the synthetic ones don't always look great out of the package.  Before I run off and blow money on lots of wigs, I wanted to get some opinions.  :)

[Melissa Misfortune]

Thank you SO much for this link! I have had the hardest time trying to find a great half wig that would match my crazy natural red hair and not cost me an arm and a leg. Yaaaaay!

Deana Pendragon said:

I LOVE wigs and have many! When I first started my show, I was doing so much backstage work and preshow work that I didnt have time to do my hair!  Since I didnt have the money for a stylist, I just started buying wigs that were styled and ready to slide on. My favorite though by far is to wear a half wig full of curls!

I also recommend www.vegasgirlwigs.com

She will make anything you want and ship it. I have one that I have been using in a giant up do for 2 years and all I have to do is fluff her a bit once in a while! This is a crummy picture of my half wig with a clip on piece on top...

Because I'm a big gal I can carrry huge hair.

This wig is from Vegas Girl

 

I just use the ones that match my crazy color. I typically dont change to cosplay styles because I have such a nifty color naturally.