Books about Wigs

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The Hair Commandments

Figuring out what to do with your hair is a battle most women face. The Hair Commandments is a reference of “shalls” and “shall nots” from the combined point of view of hair stylists, dermatologists, beauty suppliers, distributors, and you. This is an unbiased approach that will help you make wiser choices for your hair. More ...
Wig Making Made Simple

Learn how to create beautiful wigs from start to finish. With a few tools and supplies, this step by step guide including photos gives you all the information you need to create your own beautiful custom wigs fast. Learn 7 different wig making methods, how to change your hair texture,styling tips and tricks. More ...
The World of Wigs, Weaves, and Extensions

Discover the world of wigs and weaves with this unique book of alternative hair styles! It describes the kinds of hairpieces that can be used by anyone with hair loss or by those looking for a change in hairstyle. The many choices of wigs, weaves, and toupees are highlighted throughout the book. More ...
Wig Making and Styling

"Wig Making and Styling: A Complete Guide for Theatre and Film" is the one-stop shop for the knowledge and skills you need to create and style wigs. Covering the basics, from styling tools to creating beards, it ramps up to advanced techniques for making, measuring, coloring, and cutting wigs from any time period. Whether you’re a student or a professional, you‘ll find yourself prepared for a career as a skilled wig designer. More ...
Historical Wig Styling: Victorian to the Present

Your guide to creating beautiful, historically accurate hairstyles for your productions and events. Chapters begin with artwork of historic figures that influenced the look of each period. Detailed step-by-step instructions explain how to create their iconic hairstyles, illustrated by photographs showing the finished look from every angle. This volume covers hairstyles from the Victorian era through the contemporary styles of today. More ...
Historical Wig Styling: Ancient Egypt to the 1830s

Let Historical Wig Styling be your guide to creating beautiful, historically accurate hairstyles for your productions and events. Chapters begin with artwork of historic figures that influenced the look of each period. Detailed step-by-step instructions explain how to create their iconic hairstyles, illustrated by photographs showing the finished look from every angle. This volume covers hairstyles from Ancient Egypt through Biedermeier styles of the 1820s and 30s. More ...
18th Century Hair & Wig Styling: History & Step-by-Step Techniques

A book that combines meticulous research with easy to follow instructions that will help you create historically accurate hairstyles of the 18th century. The book includes a detailed history of men's and women's hair from 1700 to 1799: which styles were worn when, as well as how hair and wigs were styled. It provides practical techniques for styling hair and wigs that will be useful to anyone who wants to learn more about historical hairstyling. More ...