Since my hair is only slightly darker and longer than this wig, it was the easiest to wear. I didn't feel like I was stepping out of my look. It felt more like I got a great haircut. So, I chose to ease myself into wigs by wearing this one first.
Not surprisingly, most people didn't know I was wearing a wig. My co-workers gave me confused looks, while they tried to sweetly discern why I looked different—"Did you do something new to your hair?" When I revealed that I was wearing a wig, the responses were overwhelmingly positive, even at the intimate dinner party that I attended after work.
It wasn't until I went out that I started to be self-conscious. I don't know why, but when I entered the Hollywood Palladium for concert sponsored by Levi's, I was more aware than ever that I was wearing a wig. I was uncomfortable, even though I kept telling myself there was absolutely nothing to be weird about.
Wig: Perfect Locks Moxie Lace Front Wig
Top: Tobi
The best way to try out a new look: Randomly call all of your closest friends and family on FaceTime. You cannot warn them about your pink hair. My mother was besides herself.
"You bleached your hair?! No, it will never be the same. You went so long without chemicals. Why did you do this?!"
She was in mourning and it took everything in me to not laugh at her attachment to my hair—my untouched hair that was currently braided. Her mood instantly changed when I told her it was wig. "It's so cute," she said with a smile.
After, I put on pink cat-eye sunglasses and a pink fur-trimmed coat and called my best friend. She spent about 20 minutes trying to take screenshots while hysterically laughing at me and calling me "Strawberry Diamond," because it made me feel so sassy.
Wig: Rosé Lace Front
Denim Jacket: Tobi San Vicente Oversized Denim Jacket
I've always thought that bangs were an easy way to change your look. It doesn't take hairstylists long to cut them and if you don't like them, in a couple of months, they're gone with no effort on your part. Best case scenario: You look chic and mysterious like Kerry. Worst case scenario: You don't.
I didn't. They just don't shape my face well. But, I did have an Olivia Pope moment. In my lace, collared top, I felt feminine, but also powerful and no nonsense. It's a good wig to wear to a meeting.
Wig: Fringe With Benefits
Top: Morning Lavendar Juliette Black Lace Top
This wig actually came straight. But, I wanted it to have a wave to have an effortless appeal like Victoria's more recent looks, so I added waves to the end. I was excited about it, because I like this look when it appears a bit lived in. This means if I was in a big rush in the morning, I could probably grab this look and feel as chic as the designer.
When I wore it, however, I compared it to my first look, and I like the volume of the first wig better.
Wig: Posh Lace Front
Top: Hello Molly Point of Return Crop Top
Growing up, it seemed like everyone wanted long hair. Most of the time, my friends added tracks to extend their length, but occasionally, I'd see a lace-front wig. When I wore the look, I couldn't help but focus on how hot it was making me. Between the braids, wig cap, wig and the hair on my neck, I questioned my ability to wear it anywhere warm.
It was also the first time that I wore highlights, and surprisingly, I didn't love them as much as I thought I would. I love my black hair. Once I put on the nude dress and translucent heels, however, I feel like girly and sweet, making it hard for me to smize for the camera.
Wig: Boho Beauty
Dress: Tobi Kylie Nude Bodycon
Honey blonde looks so good on Queen Bey. I mean, it's so impactful that if you have a similar complexion to the singer, bleaching your hair has probably crossed your mind. I've thought about it more than once, but taking my 1B hair (close to black) to blonde will require a lot of wear and tear on my hair.
When I finally tried the look on, I was pretty happy that I didn't go out on a limb. It didn't give me Sasha Fierce vibes.
Wig: Valley Girl Lace Front
Top: Rainbow Off the Shoulder Drawstring Top
Jewelry: 21HM Aisha Choker