Wigging Out: Fake Hair That Made Real History

This book is a comprehensive visual history of wigs and hairpieces that spans thousands of years, from Cleopatra and Louis XIV to Naomi Campbell and Lady Gaga. From ancient Egypt to the Met Gala, the book features key fashion moments alongside images of real and synthetic wigs worn by historical figures and contemporary icons. Interviews with modern wigmakers, stylists, and braiders offer a joyful journey through fake-hair history.