Detroit, Michigan

Fit & Sizing

How to Measure Your Head for a Wig

A custom unit fits because it was measured, not guessed. Six measurements, taken with a soft tape — that is all it takes to get the perfect fit.

Tresses & Trends wig measurement guide: six head measurements and a cap size chart for small through extra large.

The six measurements

  1. 01

    Circumference

    Measure around the head, just above the ears and across the forehead.

  2. 02

    Front to Nape

    Measure from the front hairline (center of the forehead) to the nape of the neck.

  3. 03

    Ear to Ear Across Forehead

    Measure from the top of one ear, across the forehead, to the top of the other ear.

  4. 04

    Ear to Ear Over Top

    Measure from the top of one ear, over the top of the head, to the top of the other ear.

  5. 05

    Temple to Temple Around Back

    Measure from temple to temple around the back of the head.

  6. 06

    Nape of Neck

    Measure across the nape of the neck, where the hairline ends at the back.

Cap size chart

All measurements in inches, for a full lace or custom wig.

MeasurementSmallMediumLargeX-Large
Circumference2121.5 / 2222.5 / 2323.5
Front to Nape13.514.51515.5
Ear to Ear Across Forehead11.51212.513
Ear to Ear Over Top1212.51313.2
Temple to Temple Around Back1415.315.516
Nape of Neck4.555.55.5

How to use: take your measurements with a soft measuring tape, then match them to the chart above to find your cap size. If you fall between two sizes, or you are measuring for a cranial prosthesis, book a private consultation and we will take the measurements together.

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