What types of foundation are used for wigs? Part 1

Nets are often used for bespoke wigs and are constructed on a nylon foundation with three types of net. The circumference is normally constructed with a fine netting known as stiff net.  The frontal region from temple to temple on some wigs is inserted with opera lace (also known as French lace).   Over the crown a caul net is used, which is an open elasticated mesh.

Wefted wigs have foundations constructed by weaving strands of human hair, fibre or hair and fibre mix onto three strand of strong threads known as weaving silk (although threads are now made from nylon). Weft is cut into lengths and sown onto strips which form the shape of the head. The section over the top of the wig from front hairline to crown is sewn onto a closed lace to give depth and volume.

Capless wigs are very similar to the Wefted wig design. However, they do not have the closed lace layer over the top of the wig from front hairline to crown. They are completely open-Wefted which reduces weight.

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