Comment by Bald and Fabulous AKA Terri on March 15, 2011 at 6:28pm

For me it was a little of both. When I got my wig six months ago, I was shocked by my reflection as its been such a very very very long time since I have seen that much hair on me. My first wig is human hair and very close to my original colour and style. So it completely looked like what I use to look like and since then I have purchased a couple of other wigs. But having reached a point in my journey I have found I much prefer me bald or with scarfs. The scarfs allow me the freedom to express different styles and moods.
Don't be so hard on yourself to accept your new look just do what makes you feel comfortable and the rest will fall into place.

Comment by Lili Añel (aka Eulalia) on March 15, 2011 at 8:21pm

Since going bald one week ago, I had already purchased a wig, in case I got a job interview, etc. I tried going out with the wig and when I put it on I felt like I was in disguise. Its a synthetic wig. Perhaps if I had a better quality wig, human hair, or even one that is custom made for me it might look better. So I don't know for me the jury is still out - I'm opting for my bald head. I think any one of us might think we look strange with a wig; the fact is, its not our hair or style how we looked when we had hair.

Comment by Julie G on March 16, 2011 at 7:52am

I do look like me when I don't have my wig on, but I can't go out like that. I have a buzzed cut but quite a bit of balding spots on top. I guess it will just take some getting used to with seeing myself with a "disguise". I have my "me" days and my "not me" days. Thanks ladies!

Comment by Clara S. on March 17, 2011 at 4:59pm

When I first starting wearing wigs, I wasn't used to it but now I'm really happy with it. Of course I still wish I had my own, real hair and I'm not brave enough to go out bald. i guess just really like the way I look with hair, fake or not.

Happy shopping for different options! I know once I got into it, I got a bit nuts with it! ;) Now I try to restrain myself and at least know what styles work for me.

Comment by Pat on March 20, 2011 at 8:45am

I know exactly what you mean. I've worn wigs for 20 years now and they will never ever be like my own hair and I will always look at myself in the mirror and see a stranger. That being said, I've learned to be comfortable in them and they are very much a part of me these days. You'll get used to the new you, and although wigs always seem like they have too much hair you'll get used to that too eventually. Or thin them out. But the one you're wearing looks pretty good to me.

Comment by Julie G on March 20, 2011 at 9:32am

Thank you Clara and Pat!

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