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Wigs are a fashionable accessory that are often attributed to women. Women wear a variety of wigs and styles daily and the majority of wigs and wig products are marketed with women in mind. However, men are also great candidates for wig-wearing, something not many people consider! In many cultures, men actually originated the practice of wig-wearing. In the 18th century, wearing a wig was a sign of culture, class, and social status, so many men wore heavily powdered or towering wigs in public as a sign of their wealth and status in the world. Today, men have seemingly become ashamed of wearings wigs, but the truth is that wigs have a lot to offer both men and women!
One of the number one reasons people wear wigs is to accommodate for hair loss. For men who are suffering from premature balding or illness-related hair loss, a wig or toupee can be the perfect solution to your woes! Toupees have gotten a bad reputation for their seemingly fake appearance, but the right wig or hairpiece can make all the difference in the world. Beyond simply wearing wigs for hair loss, men can also wear wigs to cosplay, to try out new hairstyles, and to emulate other fashionable men they see around them…
