To wig or not to wig…
August 15, 2008
A woman’s hair is her beauty.
To go without it shows her strength.
-Anonymous
Okay, here is my delima. Mark has a big “Business Casual” Awards Banquet tonight, and I have my outfit all picked out…. except I don’t know what to do with my hair.. or lack there of.
I have been sitting here all morning trying to look at these two pictures and decide which one looks best, and honestly I think both of them look fine in their own way. I lean more towards “bald” because, well… its just me. But I also like the “wig look” for this event because I don’t want to stand out (too much!)
My mom said that everyone at his office has seen me bald for so long that wearing a wig would make me stand out… so I am bringing it to you.
Which do you prefer? Wig or no wig… that is my question.
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74 Responses to “To wig or not to wig…”
I would love to hear from you!
I think that since you are finished with your chemo, you should wear the wig….kind of like a “new beginning”.
Whatever you decide, you will look awesome. Have a wonderful time at the dinner.
This is Easton.
The bald one looks more like you, mom. I vote bald.
Rock on!
Easton
You’re going to a fun, fancy thing. You should accessorize in a way that makes you feel happy and fun and fancy! That may or may not involve a wig.
Love how I don’t give you a suggestion … just leave you with more questions?!?
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You look beautiful either way. Events like that are often hot and stuffy though, you might be more comfortable without the wig. Whatever you choose, just have fun tonight!
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you do look HOT with hair
but I feel the same about the bald look. Bald is easy and not sticky humid.
GO BALD
You honestly look beautiful either way. I agree that the wig would make a hot and stuffy room even more miserable. I’d go with what *you* are the most comfortable with. Either way, you are gorgeous!
Oh gosh, they both look good. When I first saw your Tweet, I didn’t know what to think about a wig, but it looks really quite natural. Honestly, I think you look great either way.
Sorry, I know that’s not much help.
By the way, I love Easton’s comment. How sweet!
Bald - you look super pretty without any hair… and that is so great!
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You look beautiful both ways. You could think of it as a “casual ” vs “dressy” thing. I feel that on a day to day basis I am pretty casual, so
when I go out to a party, etc. I try to look a litte dressier. Which way do you feel dressier? I think you will look spectacular either way, but I vote on
the wig.
I think I’d go with bald. Maybe find a pretty scarf for your head top match your outfit, but definitely not the wig. Be yourself– if you normally go without the wig, then why change for this? If they’ve seen you bald before, they are used to it, right?
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Heather
I don’t know if I am much help at all you are beautiful either way.
I guess the question I would ask you Is… which way do you feel that you are a better witness? OBVIOUSLY your guy approves either way….
Have a blast tonight!
Jennifer
Well, I think you look lovely wigless. You have a great head shape and it highlights your utterly beautiful eyes.
On the other hand, you need to be comfortable to enjoy this event - so if a wig will make you feel more socially comfortable, or if bald will make you more physically comfortable, only you can decide.
As others have said, you will look great either way - so go for comfort!
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I agree that you look beautiful whichever way you go. I admit though that maybe a cute scarf to match your outfit might be the way.
I’m so used to seeing you bald that its strange to see you with hair. Though you are beautiful in it. Your light shines from within and makes you that way.
Blessings and have a good time whatever you decide.
Hi, Heather - here’s what you do.
Wear the wig, then in the middle of the dinner/presentation, whip that rug off and dance atop the table. Sort of a “I So Rock This Look” celebration. And it would be completely blog-able.
Problem solved.
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Both adorable.
You do whichever you’ll be more comfortable with.
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Whichever will make you the most likely to be most like YOU!
((hugs))
Lund
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WOW! Monica’s suggestion would definitely make your evening memorable (for everyone!) Ha Ha!
Your hair doesn’t define you, your daughter thinks you’re cool and your Hub thinks you are still hot! Having said that, follow your heart!
Connie
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I dunno. Considering you have been fighting for your life, the baldness is part of the fight. I say go w/o the wig. Your real hair will grow back later. :)
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Heather,
I vote el…natural….
You are known that way by so many. If you need to add some glam you can always add glitter.
It is always your choice, but I say go with who you are.
Dear, go whichever way makes you feel great. If a wig makes you feel off kilter, you will not enjoy your night as much, if it makes you feel glam, then you will enjoy it even more. Go with your gut.
ETA, you are gorgeous both ways!
That is a hard choice. I mean, even people who haven’t been through all you have gone through opt to wear wigs or hairpieces and many wigs nowadays aren’t hot a sweaty like they use to be. You look wonderful both ways to be sure.
One thing is for sure - if you opt to wear a wig you’ll look wonderful and if you don’t you’ll look wonderful.
I don’t think people will care one way or another and I don’t think you’ll stick out if you do or don’t. Or to look at it another way, you’ll stick out simply because you are a lovely and captivating young woman.
So, either way you win ? Hugs~
You’re gorgeous either way, but I vote bald! It’s hot!
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I vote bald.
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Well, I wore the wig because it made me feel more together. I didn’t like the way my baldness made me feel when others saw me, but you seem more comfortable. However, I agree with previous poster, it’s an “accessory”. You will be happy/comfortable with yourself either way, but I would feel more “special” for a special event with hair. Just thoughts from one who has been there.
Be you, be bald.
Tough call - I prefer the bald look - but since I only found your blog since your you have had the bald look, that is what is “normal” to me!
Whatever you decide, you will look amazing. Have a wonderful time.
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LOL…we are all just SO helpful aren’t we? hehe It’s true though - you look beautiful either way. So, how do you feel more comfortable?
I guess my *opinion* is that if everyone has seen you bald and you feel comfortable than don’t wear the wig. But if you’re going to a room full of strangers, then you might feel more comfortable blending in with the wig vs having to answer questions all night. But I’ve never been in your shoes.
You do what YOU feel comfortable with. I think you’re beautiful either way. I actually was a little shocked to see you with the wig - took a few minutes of looking at it to get used to it! lol
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Gosh, it is so hard to decide. You look beautiful and “strong” bald but this is the first time I have ever seen you with a wig and I have to agree with your hubs on this one….you do look HOT and I love the cut and style.
Whatever you decide…I hope you have a great time and I can’t wait to hear how it goes.
I think you got it right when you said that this is his evening, and you don’t want to attract attention. Maybe ask him.
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Oooo, tough call. If they have all seen you bald before, my first instinct is bald - be yourself. But, if you want a night off from questions and looks from the significant others and other people you may not have met yet, go wig.
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You look beautiful either way! Have fun!!
Mary, mom to 10
I like the wig better.
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I say whatever makes YOU feel like YOU and makes you feel good. You’re a beautiful, sexy and stunning woman either way. Not many women can pull off bald…I wouldn’t…no nose would look even larger LOL
:–) Nell
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Well, since your hubby has weighed in…I’d go with what he wants! You rock both looks…and I’ve always been not to secretly admiring of your bald look. I never did the wig, but I always had to have a hat or scarf….
Have a great time!
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You look great either way, but as others have said, do what makes you feel good. You have a definite advantage going bald when the room heats up from warm bodies. :-)
Have a blast! Can’t wait to hear how it went!
I’m with most of your other “fans” . . . do what you feel more comfortable with, because you truly look good “with or without hair” . . . you have such a prettily shaped head that your bald is quite beautiful! If it’s hot, I would probably not wear a wig, but whatever you choose to do just have a good time and dance!
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Well, I say w/ out the wig. It is the Heather that we all love. The wig is super, but you are amazing! I think you’d be worrying about the wig all night long.
Love and prayers,
Lynn
John 15
bald is beautiful! Also, what does your hubbby say?
For me, it depends on how/why you wear the wig. If for instance, if the wig feels like a piece of jewelry that completes the outfit, then wear it. However, if it feels more like the baseball cap I throw on to cover a bad hair day, then don’t wear it. Make sense??
I hope you have a wonderful evening with your husband. Blessings to you all.
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okay, this is me and my thoughts but since everyone knows you as you are I would go bald. both are beautiful. really beautiful, but if you wear the wig you may spend more of the evening doing the ‘i like your hair’ conversations than just normal conversation. hope this makes sense. go bald.
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I think you look so pretty bald… I’d go bald if I were you. The wig looks fine, but maybe less dramatic than the bald look. :)
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I’m with Easton and Mark.
I think both look amazing, but their comments pushed me to their side :)
Have a blast my dear friend.
And, when you’re feeling up to it, give me a call. It’s been way. too. long. since we talked! I’ll email you our temp number (til the move on the 28th).
Love you
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Either one looks great, but do whatever makes you feel good, sexy, and pretty. I don’t think there is a wrong decision here =)
I think you’re beautiful either way - beautiful on the inside is what really counts, and you are that!
what does mark say? Maybe since it is his work gathering he could make the decision…??
For the rest of your life you’ll be able to go with hair, but you’ll only be able to go bald for a while. I’m taking a side and voting bald!
You look great both ways, so wig or no wig, do whatever makes you feel the most comfortable. Most of the time I wear my wig for other people’s comfort. I’m not looking at me, so I look the same “to me” either way. Have a great time at your event!
My 8yo dd loves the wig. I wonder how you’ll want to look in pictures. I think you’ll look beautiful either way.
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I would knock their socks off with that adorable wig…you look so stinkin cute in it!!!
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Heather, I don’t think you could go wrong either way. You look beautiful with or without. However…… if everyone in the office is used to seeing you without your wig, you just may end up being more comfortable without it. You can’t go wrong; so, just go with your gut and HAVE FUN!!!!!!
Oh Heather…if I looked as beautiful as YOU look bald:wub: …I’d be so glad to have the choice. Though the wig looks natural, you’ve been known well by these people as YOU are…look what Easton says…perfectly said. And daughters know best!
Which do you feel more comfortable with?
What is your outfit like? Are you accessorizing? Do you do scarves or bands? Geee, I read through some of the responses but did not want them to influence mine. Is it HOT weatherwise?
If HOT, I’d GO bald and beautiful! If cold, I’d cover up with that charming wig…but it just doesn’t seem like you!
But I really like the first comment about a new beginnning…SO
GO BALD …did you already ask hubby Mark what he prefers? It is his and yours special time together. Awards…wooohooo!!!
JUST ENJOY and SMILE a whole lot! If you are tallying votes…
eenie meanie..mynie mo…which one will go….with my choice of clothes???
I VOTE with Easton:angel: …BALD!!!! She knows ROCK ON
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I think you’re stunning bald - I’d go with bald
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When I first came upon your site I was struck by how beautiful you are. With hair or without, you are one of the most beautiful women I’ve seen. You would be a knockout even without the “hair.” I would do what is most comfortable.
i would lean towards bald—you look gorgeous either way!! let your husband decide!!! Have a great time! God bless!;)
I wanted to read through all the other comments but there are SO MANY! Do you read them all??? :)
I agree with Easton, go bald! I agree with all that you look beautiful either way but that it will be hot and uncomfortable, and if you normally live day to day without the wig, then NO WIG! Be yourself and don’t give yourself something to worry about.
Have a great evening!
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Hey Sistah!!! I do luv the wig, you know new beginnings, a night of not thinking about anything else but being with your loving husband and enjoying every moment. And hey if it does get hot do whatever you feel comfortable..you know what!! I would rent a convertable, put the top down whip off the wig after and just go for a ride before you go home!! Hugz Lorie
There’s no doubt you are beautiful with or without hair, but I think the wig makes you look extra sassy :) !
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You look great either way, but the wig brings a nice contrast in color to your eyes. It might be fun to wear for just one night.
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Wow! That wig looks beautiful. But it isn’t you. You earned the real hair that is growing back by enduring a very huge challenge. Although I often look at hair as an accessory, I am voting for al naturale! You are gorgeous either way, so no matter what you choose, you are bound to be a knockout!
I could go either way. But given the late hour, I really want to know what you decided???
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gosh, i remember this same situation like it was yesterday! wig or no wig…..i think your wig looks adorable on you but i also think that bald is the comfortable way to go..i pick bald.
I think you are beautiful either way! Let your mood decide!
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Hope I’m not too late to add a thought…but I agree with your mom. I’ve seen so many pictures of you bald that when I enlarged the bald picture, I thought, “How pretty.” Nothing else. Just pretty.
So bald is my vote!
(The wig picture is very pretty too, but it just doesn’t look like you to me!)
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Wow, You look amazing! My vote would be try the wig for awhile, if you don’t like it, then go back to your bald, beautiful self!! GORGEOUS, either way! HONEST!
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I totally think no wig-maybe i’m used to seeing you that way, but you do bald so well!
You look wonderful bald, however that wig was super cute too. Get dressed up and see what you feel like then. You can’t lose either way - you’re GORGEOUS! Let us know which look you went with….
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Oh My Goodness Heather, You are especially beautiful, More beautiful daily. I love what Easton says , and she knows cool when she sees it.
But my qyestion has to do more with comfort. Isn’t the wig hot? Are you going to be in a hot stuffy filled with people ball room? No need to turn up the heat (well except for Mark).
Have a wonderful time celebrating the gift this man is and have fun.
because of Jesus, Bobbie
Oh My Goodness Heather, You are especially beautiful, More beautiful daily. I love what Easton says , and she knows cool when she sees it.
But my question has to do more with comfort. Isn’t the wig hot? Are you going to be in a hot stuffy filled with people ball room? No need to turn up the heat (well except for Mark).
Have a wonderful time celebrating the gift this man is and have fun.
because of Jesus, Bobbie
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My opinion……You look beautiful either way!
God Bless you!
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When I was bald from chemo, I wore wigs out of the house. I didn’t want people looking at me and thinking, “Ohhh…that woman must have cancer.” But if you’re going to be with people who all know you and have seen you bald already, that won’t be something you even need to consider.
I do remember, though, that when I was wearing a wig, I was constantly adjusting it, which probably drew attention to myself, anyway, lol.
You truly are stunning either way, so just do whatever feels natural to you. :)
Heather you are the most beautiful bald woman I’ve ever seen. I vote go bald :) Have a great time whatever you decide!!
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SOOOOOOO
What did you decide??????
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It’s too late to vote for you, but I think they both look great. That wig looks so natural. That may be a really stupid thing to say (please forgive me if so!). I’ve never looked at wigs before.
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