1. Get the placement right
Most wigs that look "off" are sitting too far forward or back. Line the front of the wig up with your natural hairline, roughly four finger-widths above your eyebrows, and check that the ear tabs sit evenly on both sides.
2. Flatten your own hair underneath
Lumps under the cap push the wig up and make it look bulky. Braid or pin your hair flat and use a thin wig cap. If your hair is long and thick, a low, flat braid works better than a bun.
3. Soften the part
A hand-knotted top or a skin top makes the part look like it grows from your scalp. Avoid a part that is too sharp or too wide. Running your fingers through it, instead of a comb, gives a softer line.
4. Don't skip the cut
A wig straight out of the box is cut for nobody in particular. Having it cut and shaped to your face, especially around the front and cheekbones, is what makes it look like your own hair. At Ralph, every wig is cut and styled at the fitting.
5. Match the color to your skin, not just your old hair
A shade a little softer than you think usually looks more natural. Very dark colors next to fair skin, or very light colors next to deep brows, can give a wig away. Bring a photo of your hair from a year when you loved it.
6. Add a little movement
Perfectly smooth, perfectly even hair reads as a wig. A few loose pieces around the face, a slight wave, or a soft tuck behind one ear makes it look lived in.