Frequently Asked Questions & Services
What's the best way to order a wig?
When contacting us with a new project, the following information helps create a smooth workflow to get you the perfect wig solution.
Providing us with as many visual references as possible is the ideal way to communicate what you want. Images may include photos of the person who will be wearing the wig (both front and side views are helpful), similar styles, length, colours, textures, and design concept sketches if you have them.
Also provide your timeline, and what you need the wig for ie a bespoke wig for an actor for screen, or a hire wig for web series. This way we are able to provide a full range of options for your needs, within your timeframe.
Fiona Sole Wigmakers will contact you back with photos and descriptions of options that may suit.
Who do we supply wigs to?
We create and hire high quality wigs for all sizes of projects, from Hollywood blockbusters to characters for the stage. From small web series to NZ TV shows.
Wig Works is based right here in New Zealand's creative capital Wellington. In the past NZ productions would have to look overseas for the services that we provide. Now you can support a great little NZ business right here. If we have what you need in stock we can have it to you the next day. As our business grows we will have more and more options for you to choose from.
How long does it take to make a wig?
If we have what you want in stock we can send it to you in a day or two. Moustashes take a day to make. Beards take 3 days. Re-fronting an existing wig takes 4 days once a head wrap is provided. A wig built from scratch can take 2 weeks or longer.
Wig making has not changed much over the past 200 years. Each hair is tied into the wig lace individually. Because wig making is very labor intensive the minimum time for a hand made wig is 2 months. Under certain circumstances this can be shorter. A wig takes between 80 and 100 hours to make, but delays can happen because of availability of desired hair, specific foundation requirements, different attachment methods. The sooner we get the required information the sooner we can plan the build and give the client a clear indication of a time line and costs.
Services
We have wig for hire, buy or we can build.
Wigs for the screen
These human hair or high quality synthetic wigs and facial hair can be styled and cut for all purposes. The lace on these pieces are a very sturdy so they last longer. They are great for the stage or for photo shoots, or for costume parties or cosplayers.
Wigs for the stage
Renovating existing wigs
Reinvigorating existing wigs:
Sometimes over time a wig can end up looking tired, thinned out or ratted with age or due to wear and tear. We can take your wig and give it a boost. Either by adding hair to thinning areas, giving it a smoothing treatment, or by patching holes or worn areas.
Re-fronting existing wigs:
Sometimes the front of a wig can wear out much faster than the rest of it. We can remove the front edge, replace the lace and re-knot the front to extend your wig’s life.
Adjusting and re-fitting existing wigs:
If a wig does not fit well it can cause a multitude of problems. It can cause you to heat up, rub in certain places and feel insecure on your head. We can adjust your wig to make it fit better, add new fastenings or suggest alternative attachment methods to make you as comfortable as possible.
We do teach people how to take care of their wigs but sometimes you want it looking as good as it can. We can do that for you. Drop your wig in and we can shampoo, condition and blow dry or wet set your wig for you. Regular services keep your wig looking the best it can.
Shampoo and re-set service
We have a list of makeup artists who are on call. These lovely ladies come highly recommended and are all industry professionals with extensive experience. They can come to you, apply your make up and wig for your event and give you what you need to remove the wig at the end of the night. This service is for our hire wigs only. See our gallery for inspiration.
Call out service
View our current hire stock.
Click to view male wigs. A PDF (approx 3Mb) will download.
Click to view female wigs. A PDF (approx 3Mb) will download.
Our hire stock is subject to change, and if you have specific needs not seen here, please contact us to discuss.