Let’s take a closer look.
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Welcome toCrowned,our new series all about the history of Black hair.
In our newest episode, we examine the history of wigs.
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Join us in learning more.
This series is researched byChristine ForbesandOluwatobi Odugunwa.
Wigs are one of the most versatile beauty tools.
Read more, ahead.
Wigs served many purposes on the continent, including protecting bare scalps from sunburn.
“Wigs were a symbol of rank, social status, and religion,” Donaldson says.
Black people brought wigs to Europe, where pieces made completely from false hair became popular.
Stateside, the history of wigs is more complex.
The firstrecordeddrag balls took place in Hamilton Lodge shortly after the Civil War.
The Installation
There are many ways to install a wig, and techniques have evolved.
The Significance
Today, wigs can serve many purposes.
you could tuck your natural hair away and wear a wig on top to avoid manipulating your strands.
Partial wigs can add length and volume to sections of your hair.
The possibilities are endless.
While wigs are considered a protective style, their classification as a natural hairstyle can get a bit dicey.
The most accessible wigs usually do not reflect afro hair textures.
Still, they illustrate the nuance of Black hair as it continues to evolve over time.
Ethics of human hair trade.
Hair wigs and extensions market size|industry analysis | share | forecast trends 2026.
Arizton Advisory & Intelligence.
