If two wigs look similar in a photograph, turn them over. The construction can explain why they sit and feel different.
Lace top: a sheer base
A lace top has hair hand-tied into a sheer lace base. It allows movement in the part and can sit flatter at the front. Knots may be visible on close inspection, depending on the piece and how it is worn.
Lace is delicate. Avoid pulling the wig on by its lace edge, dragging a brush across the top, or pushing pins through it.
Silk French top: concealed knots
A silk French top conceals the knots beneath an upper silk layer, with the hair brought through that layer. It creates the appearance of hair emerging from the scalp and allows the part to move.
This construction has more layers than a lace top and may have a little natural lift at the front. The look and feel should be assessed on the actual piece.
A top description is not the entire cap
Lace top does not automatically mean full lace. The rest of the cap may be wefted. Check the product description and inside-cap photos for the exact construction you are considering.
Choose by how you wear your hair
- If you wear the front away from your face, compare the hairline closely.
- If the appearance of your part matters most, examine it in natural light.
- If comfort is the priority, assess fit and the materials that touch your scalp.
- If you change the part, ask for a demonstration that protects the base.
Neither construction is the right answer for every woman. Tell us how you want to wear your piece, and we can help compare your options.
