Wig Sizing Guide: Measuring Your Head for the Perfect Fit
Wig Sizing Guide: Measuring Your Head for the Perfect Fit
A well-fitted wig transforms your comfort, confidence, and style. Measuring your head correctly ensures your wig feels like it was made just for you — no sliding, no pinching, no guesswork.
This expert guide will walk you through:
- Wig cap types
- Step-by-step measuring instructions
- How to match your numbers to the right size
🎭 Wig Cap Types: Standard, Lace Front, and Full Lace
Standard Cap (Basic Cap):
- Machine-sewn wefts, breathable
- Adjustable straps at the nape
- Feels like a secure baseball cap
Lace Front Cap:
- Lace mesh at the hairline with hand-tied hairs
- Natural face-framing styles
- Focus on accurate ear-to-ear measurement
Full Lace Cap:
- Entire cap is lace and hand-tied
- Maximum parting and updo flexibility
- Lightweight, breathable, premium fit
✨ Getting Ready to Measure
Tools Needed:
- Soft measuring tape
- Mirror & good lighting
- Pen and paper
- Optional: A patient friend!
Prep Tips: Flatten your hair, stay relaxed, and measure naturally — no squeezing!
📏 How to Measure Your Head in 6 Easy Steps
- Circumference: Measure around the hairline: forehead → above ears → nape → back to forehead.
- Front to Nape: Forehead hairline to nape, straight over the crown.
- Ear to Ear Across Forehead: From temple to temple across the forehead, following the hairline.
- Ear to Ear Over Top: From top of one ear, over the crown, to the other ear.
- Temple to Temple Around Back: From one temple, around the back of the head, to the other temple.
- Nape of Neck: Straight across the nape hairline from side to side.
Pro Tips:
- Keep the tape snug, not tight.
- Stay level and centered.
- Measure twice to double-check.
📚 Matching Your Measurements to Wig Sizes
Compare your numbers to the standard wig sizing chart:
| Measurement | Petite (Small) | Average (Medium) | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Circumference | ~20–21.25" | ~21.25–22.5" | ~22.5–24" |
| Front to Nape | ~13.5" | ~14" | ~15" |
| Ear to Ear (Forehead) | ~11.5" | ~12" | ~12.5" |
| Ear to Ear (Over Top) | ~12" | ~12.5" | ~13.5" |
| Temple to Temple | ~15" | ~15.5" | ~16" |
| Nape of Neck | ~5" | ~5.5" | ~6" |
🧠 Final Tips for a Perfect Fit
- Between sizes? Choose larger — you can tighten but not stretch.
- Custom wigs: Provide all six measurements.
- Ready-made wigs: Focus on circumference first.
- Unsure? Contact Luxe & Co for expert advice.
🎉 Final Word
Measuring your head isn’t just technical — it’s a self-care moment. Double-check, take your time, and get ready for a world where your wig fits like a dream.
Because with the right fit, you don’t just wear a wig — you wear confidence.