Good Hair: It’s UnbeWEAVEable

Posted on 28. Dec, 2009 by admin in Fashion, Life and Style

Whether you like it or lump it, a new hairstyle can make you in to an overnight celebrity. It is believed to be a real self esteem booster especially after a traumatic break up. People that walk past you everyday will start to twist their neck.

Suddenly guys will open doors for you, you get special treatment at your local off-licence and you can do the slow motion walk in the L’Oreal ads and finally say, ‘Because I’m worth it!’ No it’s not a magic potion, its better. WEAVE!

To see an example of the weave effect in full action, please see the vid below

No longer a social stigma, weave has really taken off this year and the future is stitched up in extensions longer than Naomi Campbell’s. There is a social myth that mainly black women wear weaves but that could not be further from the truth. Weave appeals to anyone man/woman, black, Asian and Caucasian looking for a different get up, when they get up! Get weaved up, I mean clued up on the top 5 trends in the weave world that are set to fly out of the packet and on to your scalp.

1. Lace Front Wigs! (as worn by Beyonce, Tyra Banks)

Although still a controversial topic, lace front has been getting a stronger campaign. On one hand it is a very glamorous do and the whole process is indeed a glamorous one. A tailor made wig that is matched to the colour of your scalp and designed to last you a whole life time. On the other hand, a glamorous weave requires a ‘glamorous’ lifestyle. It isn’t surprising to hear that a normal lace front wig usually starts at £400 plus £50 for the glue. So it might be a while before lace front wigs really takes off but that looks to be in the near future.

2. Brazilian Hair

Although not a certain type of weave, Brazilian hair is worth mentioning as it is becoming more mainstream. It is the slightly cheaper alternative to the lace front but unlike the Lace front wig, brazilian hair is just a different type of hair that can be used for bonding, stitching. E.t.c. Yes it’s a real Brazilian’s hair that has been cut, washed and treated ready to be worn with pride by another. Prices range from £90 plus depending on the length of the hair, i.e. 12 inch, 14 inch, 16 inch e.t.c.

3. Stitches/Tracks

‘If you got long hair, from your ear to your sleeve, even if you got a weave’ Fatman Scoop ft Faith Evans – Love like this.

The term ‘tracks’ is a reference to the style of weave, which is stitching the hair on to your own hair, which would be braided before hand. Tracks has to be the most popular weave style because of its versatility and its varying price tag.The different brands that produce the track style weave are endless from Beverley Johnson to Sleek Cosmetics. It’s easy to get done and easy to remove and can last anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months (although 6 months is reallllllllly stretching it). Synthetic or real, whether you have £9.99 or £99.99, you will always find a style for you.

4. Clip on extensions

“To the girls with extensions, to the girls with dreads’ – Nelly - Flap your Wings.

Clip on extensions are more ideal for those looking for a quick change to their hair maybe for a night out or a single event. The look you want again can vary. Perhaps a change of colour or even style of hair, from straight to curly in 10 minutes. Those from an African background, will have seen at least one aunty with the sleek hair and a roll of pony tail flowing down her back. Yes that is another form of clip on extensions. Extensions can also be attached to hair clips making it easier to attach on to the hair and it is their adaptablity that makes it popular with users from all backgrounds.

5. Bonding

Bonding this year has received less backing perhaps because of the more popular tracks. It is also synonymous with hair loss, especially at the hair line because of the method used. However, bonding is like an old school veteran, it never goes out of style. So don’t underestimate the power!

So there we have it. What do you guys think? Are there any other types of weave to add to the list? And men what do you think of the weave experience? Yes or no?