For the most part, however, were happy.

Its low-maintenance, and I can style it both on and off my head.

Lets face itdrying hair overnight in the kitchen and not having damp pillowcases is the very definition of luxury.

woman with long hair

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Finding Wig Inspiration

Social media is the way to go for all wig matters.

Its the most important component.

Its also really beneficial to see customers, and not only models, wearing the wigs too.

wearing a wig: Giselle La Pompe-Moore wearing a short wig

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Its no longer embedded within sew-in weaves or extension glue meshed to my roots.

Wigs also prompted me to re-start the process of getting to know and love my natural hair again.

This time without the pressure of having socially acceptable picture-perfect curls.

wearing a wig: Giselle La Pompe-Moore wearing a long red wig

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My hair is healing after years of manipulation and not really knowing what to do with it.

This one-size-fits-all approach didnt work for me.

Thats all it isan accessory.

wearing a wig: Giselle La Pompe-Moore wearing a long straight wig

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So thats what I did.

Its been a process of reimagining who I am.