A Wig or a Weave?

[Cincysweetie]

Hello, ladies! Right now I am so tired of my hair, I need a change. Usually when I get this feeling I either reach for the scissors or the bottle of color! However, I am taking part in the Super Grow Out Challenge and I'm trying to get back to my natural color. So...I'm considering getting a sew-in or purchasing a wig. I know a whole lot of nothing about both! Here are my questions:

*What are the pro's and con's of each?
*How do I go about finding a good wig or finding someone who can do a sew-in?
*Can you recall any good threads off the top of your head that talk about either wigs or weaves?
*What are some important pros and cons about both?
*Which would you recommend?
*Anything else I should know when making a decision?
*Do you have any good pics in your online album that I could check out?

 

[hOnii]

wigs are nice. if you find the right type of hair to go with it, you've got it made! you can just slip it on/off whenever you want! AND you get to have your real hair to care for. i really enjoyed my wig wearing experience

weaves are okay too, not as nice as wigs. if your one who starts "missing their hair" then you might have a problem staying in a weave for a while. its good for growth too, but usually some of your natural hair is left out and you may or may not have to straighten it daily to blend.

i have pics of both weaves and wigs in my album.

 

[Cincysweetie]

Honi, thanks for that! I love the pics of your sew-in, it looks so natural. I am nervous about wearing a wig because I'm afraid people will be able to tell it's a wig. With a sew-in, I don't want any of my hair out (if that's even possible??) because I don't want to have to worry about having to use heat to blend it. I am just really looking for a way to keep my hair protected for awhile but with more style than a bun. I'm tired of buns and braids!

 

[hOnii]

you dont HAVE to have hair out, in curlier styles you can get away with leaving nothing out. i've seen full sew ins with straight hair. i think you just have to choose your stylist wisely.

i felt the same way about the wig thing! you just have to get a good quality wig and you'll be fine! it was crazy...i kept getting comments about "my" hair being cute. i was just like thanks! lol

 

[Cincysweetie]

Thanks honiii! I'm going to look into a wig and weave some more. Where did you get your wig and do you have any tips on how to find a good weave stylist?

 

[sweetpineapple]

I recommend instant weaves, quick weaves, falls, 3/4 wigs,whatever you want to call it they're all the same thing. I have done sew-ins and wigs too but the instant weave has worked the best for me.

 

[naptrl]

Honi, thanks for that! I love the pics of your sew-in, it looks so natural. I am nervous about wearing a wig because I'm afraid people will be able to tell it's a wig. With a sew-in, I don't want any of my hair out (if that's even possible??) because I don't want to have to worry about having to use heat to blend it. I am just really looking for a way to keep my hair protected for awhile but with more style than a bun. I'm tired of buns and braids!

I have a sew-in with none of my hair out in my album. I just got the front braided. I like sew-ins better than wigs!

 

[Cincysweetie]

I have a sew-in with none of my hair out in my album. I just got the front braided. I like sew-ins better than wigs!

Very pretty pics!! I like that a lot. Now how do I find someone to do this for me?