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CrazyWigLady Blog Amore Codi XO Honey Wheat
Welcome to the Wigstudio1 blog, I'm Eileen, the CrazyWigLady. Sometimes I think the best styles are the ones that have been around awhile and continue to be best sellers. Codi XO by Amore (part of the Amore XO collection) is one of those tried and true styles! This chin length angled bob is right on trend and works on so many face shapes. The longer front is 5.7 inches so hits the face in a flattering spot (my face is 9 inches from hairline to chin). The crown is 7.9 and the nape is 1.6 inches, making it short enough that you don't have to worry about the ends fraying from friction on your clothes. Its short nape is one reason this is a pick for fall weather, you can wear this with turtlenecks, high collars and jackets and the fibers will stay nice for a very long time.
Let's take a moment to talk about this dynamic color, honey wheat. I was hesitant at first as I usually gravitate toward blonde and grey, however, I am so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried honey wheat. First, this is a non rooted shade that consists of a light brown base with honey blonde highlights. I love how bold and chunky the highlights are in this color! The contrast between the darker brown and the honey blonde is so striking and well done, it has a "just walked out of the salon" vibe. Also, Amore concentrated the highlights around the face which is always a flattering look.
The cap for Codi Xo is gorgeous. Look how large that double mono top is! Of course this features not only allows you to part it anywhere within that region it also provides a very natural look, just like hair is growing right out of your scalp. The cap has silicone on the ear tabs and along the front hairline; this is wonderful if you do not have any hair as they will help keep the wig in place. Codi XO does not have a lace front, that is totally fine for this wig as you don't need it, the bang falls in a way that a lace front isn't necessary. The ear tabs are closed lace and have stays, be sure to make sure your ear tabs are always flat against your head. The density of this wig is very low, I really could not detect any permatease at all, making this a very sleek look. I don't think you could get much lift in this style, it is meant to wear straight and sleek. The cap is wefted, however, there is a soft mesh fabric that covers the wefts, again this is great for someone with no hair or a sensitive scalp, this cover is super soft and comfortable. Also, I found this style to have a good bit of stretch so if you have a larger head circumference this style might work for you.
Above is another look at this beautiful shade, honey wheat, and a look at the back of this wig.
As I said earlier, Codi XO does not have a lace front but that doesn't mean you can't style it in different ways! This head band looks adorable on this style as well as a simple clip to pull it off your face. Codi XO is also eye glass approved, I have no issue wearing my glasses with wigs. To wrap this up, Codi XO is a sleek, low density bob that works, it just works!! Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today, please go to Wigstudio1.com for all the Amore styles. Also, don't forget to join us on Instagram where we post at least twice daily. I will insert the full video review of this style below if you want to have a look at it. Thanks again, I'll see ya next time and remember, "we're all in this together"!
xoxo
CrazyWigLady
CrazyWigLady's Blog Raquel Welch In Charge RL14/22 Pale Gold Wheat
Welcome back to our blog here at Wigstudio1. Today let's take an in depth look at Raquel Welch In Charge in Pale Gold Wheat, RL14/22. In Charge is part of the new Fall 2020 collection. This color is really nice, if you don't care for rooted styles you might give this one a try. Pale Gold Wheat is a dark blonde evenly blended with a champagne blonde (the manufacturer says it is blended with platinum, but in my opinion it is more of a champagne blonde, either way it is beautiful. I will insert some photos of this color in outdoor and indoor lighting. It's no secret that Raquel Welch Upstage is my favorite wig (as of today anyway) and In Charge reminds me so much of that style, it is like the little sister of Upstage with a bit of wave.
Keep in mind that indoor lighting shows the blondes brighter than in person, this is due to the lights we have to use in order to create videos for YouTube. That is why I think it is important to show the colors in indoor and outdoor lighting in an attempt to give you an accurate picture of the color. I mostly wear rooted colors, however in this case I have really enjoyed the non rooting on this style. I think that is because how the highlighting is placed on this style. You can see that the highlight goes all the way to the base of the wig, giving it that "just out of the salon" look, it is beautiful! I have already worn this to work and had so many compliments on the style and color. If you have watched my reviews of Raquel Welch styles you know I love her lace front and highlights, especially how they concentrate the lighter shades around the face.
The back of In Charge is slightly stacked giving it a very nice neckline that sits snug to the neck. The specs for In Charge are front 7 3/4, crown 7, sides 6 1/2, back 6 1/2, nape 3 and it weighs 4.1 oz.
Cap construction for In Charge consists of a gorgeous lace front, a monofilament part and the memory cap III, this wig is also made of heat friendly fibers.The cap is open wefted and has closed ear tabs with stays. I have finally begun to really enjoy heat friendly fibers. In the beginning of my wig journey I was so unsure of how to deal with them or care for them, but as time has gone by I have learned so much about them and the advantages of heat friendly fibers. I love that they are not shiny (although that can be taken care of with washing and dry shampoo) and that you can change the style by adding curls, straightening, etc. When the ends start to get tangled, I spray them with a detangle spray and gently comb them out (using a wide tooth comb) and I will use my heat brush to run through the ends to keep them looking good.
In Charge has enough length to easily add some hair accessories to change up the look. I think that I will add some more loose curls to mine and then wear it in a half up and half down style for a dressy occasion.
If you have wanted to try Upstage but thought it was too long, you should give In Charge a try, I think you will love it as much as I do! Be sure to see all the Raquel Welch styles at Wigstudio1.com. If you would like to see the full video review of this style I will attach it below. Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today, be sure to follow us on Instagram where we post twice everyday! I'll see you on the next blog and remember, "we're all in this together"!
xoxo
CrazyWigLady