How To Style A Long Wig?

Have you gotten your dream long wig but now are struggling with styles you can wear? Read this blog.

Generally, wigs offer great versatility when it comes to style. And unlike short wigs, long wigs offer much greater versatility. That means there are tons of ways you can style your long wigs. You only need to reach for your creative side, and you'll get endless, beautiful hairstyles you can rock with your long wig.

To help you get started on this path, we'll show you a few styling options for your long (synthetic and human hair) wigs. These are fancy, flawless, and simple hairstyles you are familiar with. You can also make tweaks to them or combine a variety of styles for something more unique.

11 Long Wig Styling Options

1. Ponytails

Ponytails have been a go-to hairstyle for the longest time. And it's not going out of style anytime soon. Try rocking a ponytail style with your human hair long wig. It'll give a gorgeous look you can't resist.

Try the low ponytail style. It's simple to achieve, elegant and beautiful. You can easily brush your wig and tie it around the nape of your neck. Please ensure it's not too tight to avoid damaging your wig when it's time to loose the hair.

A high ponytail is stunning as well. Brush your wig upwards and hold it in place with a hair elastic. It might be hard to style this with some regular wigs, but it'll look amazing if you can opt for a 360 wig or full lace wig. Add a few tresses around your face and tame your hair with hairspray.

2. Loose Curls

Loose curls are an excellent choice if you love to keep your tresses flowing. The curls will add glam to your simple hair, making it all the more gorgeous. So, if you have a human hair wig, this is for you.

• Wash your wig with the recommended products from the manufacturer and allow it to dry.
• Once it's dry, detangle properly. Make sure there are no tangles in the hair when you begin.
• Then, get your curling iron and start curling. It's magical and endearing.

But, this style might be hard to achieve on synthetic wigs. That's because they come pre-styled and take that shape forever. So, if you fancy this style, get a long synthetic wig with loose curls. That way, you can enjoy wearing your curls and can wear other hairstyles with curls.

3. Braids or Plaits

Braids are very versatile on their own. Choosing to add braids to your long wig makes it even more versatile. Plus, there are a lot of plait styles to choose from. There's the French braid, the Dutch braid, fishtail braid, and many more. Adding any of these will give you a stylish look and add a touch of creativity to your hair.

Apart from adding braided strands, you can go for regular cornrows to make things more spicy. It'll keep the hair away from your face and make your hair look different from the usual. Check pre braided wigs here.

Also, you could pack your braided strands with your tresses for another elevated braids and wig style. Get a fishtail braid, then pack it with the rest of your wig to form a ponytail. That will be super fun and beautiful.

Braided hairstyles make your hairstyle look more modern and stylish. So, you don't want to sleep on any of these ideas.

Related Read: 9 Braided Hairstyles to Enhance Your Curly Hair/Wig

4. Accessories

Accessories are fun and have a unique way of switching up a hairstyle. You can accessorize your long wig to give it a different vibe and make it look unlike the regular.

Add a bit of rings, chains, or hair bands, and have yourself to thank once done. The accessories will do justice to your hair and make you look exquisite. Hair clips and beads also work wonders in changing a hairstyle. You don't have to do too much. Just pick your accessories wisely and add them to your long wig.

5. Heatless Curls

Since styling with heat can affect your tresses in the long run, add the heatless curls styles once in a while or go all in with them. They are efficient and can be super gorgeous once you do it right.

You can use the hair rollers, headbands, or your t-shirt.

1. The hair rollers can create beach waves or make your coils more defined. So, get them and roll your wig.
2. Headbands, on the other hand, will give you some loose waves.
3. The t-shirt method is similar to the headband method and should offer some ring-looking curls.
4. In addition to the styles listed above, you can braid your wig or twist it. They'll give your wig those curls, and you'll be ready to go.

The heatless curls method is the best way to style synthetic wigs since heat tools can damage synthetic fiber. If you have synthetic wigs, add the hair rollers to your hair equipment and try some of these methods.

Related Read: How to curl a human hair wig without heat damage

6. Long and Straight Buss Down Hairstyle

Wear your long wig straight. If you've bought a long straight wig, you can wear it in this simple style. While it's simple, it's also chic. It will frame your face and elevate your features.

So, get a straightener and make it look sleek. But be sure to use a heat protectant before straightening it. That way, you will keep your tresses safe.

Styling this is possible for human hair wigs. However, it's not for synthetic wigs. It can damage the hair. You can go for hair blends that combine synthetic fibers and human hair if you'd like to style your wig with heat tools. Those can be curled on low heat without causing any damage in the long run. You can also check for heat-resistant synthetic wigs.

7. Buns

Go for a practical updo hairstyle like the bun for indoor and outdoor activities. The bun is a chic and versatile style that is quite popular and can transform your look within minutes.

A messy bun gives you a lazy, effortless, and sexy vibe, but a sleek bun would give you the perfect hairstyle for a formal event. You can choose to style whichever you want.

A low bun hairstyle should look good with closure wigs that are hard to tie around the crown of the head, and a high bun is perfect for wigs like the 360 lace wig.

To style this, you should create a ponytail and then wrap it around to form a bun. Still, there are different bun styles and ways to achieve a bun.

8. Half Up, Half Down

A classy hairstyle that looks good with long buss down wigs is the half-up, half-down hairstyle. It's a style suitable for casual outings and formal events. You can add accessories to this style for a more chic look or leave it as it is.

• Start by brushing your wig to be sure there are no tangles.
• Next, divide your hair using a rattail comb or your fingers for a messy parting.
• Bring the front part towards the crown of your head and hold it with a hair elastic.
• Brush the down section and finish the look with nicely laid edges. That's it!

If you might find it hard to style your wig after wearing it, you can create this look before installing it on your head.

9. Add Bangs

If you're tired of constantly wearing your long tresses, you can go for a permanent change by adding bangs to it. The bangs will add a new and fresh look to your long wig. Plus, you can style your bangs to give you a different look, like the side bangs.

But adding bangs to your wig won't be easy. So, hand it to an experienced hairstylist to do it well. You can also add layers to it or dye your wig to another color. These changes are permanent, so keep that in mind. Still, you'll get to enjoy a different look you love.

Don't want permanent bangs? There are attachable bangs you can add to your wig as well.

10. Crimped Hair

You can't miss the crimped hairstyle if you own a long wig, the glamour of this hair texture unleashes maximum through long hair. The rhythmic curls provide a beauty of vibrant and sparkly.

11. Two Pigtails With Flowing Curls

If you want to achieve a cute and intriguing hairstyle with your long curly wig, two pigtails are the best bet! It's not like the regular pigtails that part the hair down the middle, the pigtails of this hairstyle are gathered on the half up hair and let the rest curly hair flow naturally. Plus, the mini braid adds more delicacy.

Tips on How to Style a Long Wig

Styles are much easier to achieve when you follow the right tips. Some tips we'll mention are;

1. Wash your wig before you start styling. You don't have to wash it at all times, but make sure it's clean. Also, take note of the products you use. They should be products that are designed for wigs.
2. Get styling products for your wig. Tools like hair rollers, straighteners, heat protectants, and curling irons will make styling your long wig and all your wigs easier.
3. Always brush your wig before you style. That will make sure there are no tangles in your hair.
4. Use a mannequin head to style. If you find it hard to style your wig on your head, you can use a mannequin head to make the process easier.
5. Whenever you wash your wig, dry it properly before you start to style. Air drying is much more appropriate.

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Final Words

We hope this has been helpful. With these styles, you can switch up your look throughout the week or even combine a few styles we mentioned above.

If you still face trouble styling your long wig, drop your questions in the comment section. We'll be happy to help.