Hair Length Chart: How Long Is 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26&28 Inch Hair?

The wig length is an important element that you should take into consideration before purchasing a human hair wig. You may want to buy a wig, but don’t know how to choose the suitable length. 

Don’t worry. The following blog will explain the lengths of different inches and textures to you in detail.

After reading this blog, you can also learn how to measure and choose a human hair wig.

1. Hair length guide: the hair length categories you need to know.

The hair wig lengths usually can be divided into four main categories: Short length, medium length, long length, and extra length.

Then you may wonder about this question: How long is a wig from 14 inches to 28 inches?

The following part will explain the lengths of different inch wigs carefully and accurately to you.

(1)Short wig lengths

Short wig lengths are inches below 10 inches long.

①8 inch wig：

The length of an 8 inch wig is about 20cm, and it can reach the part below your chin and above your collarbone when the hair is straight.

②10 inch wig:

The length of a 10 inch wig is about 25cm, which can fall near your collarbone if it is straight.

(2)Medium wig lengths 

Medium wig lengths are from 12 inches to 16 inches long.

①12 inch wig:

The length of a 12 inch wig is about 30cm, and it will fall near your collarbone if it is straight.

If it is wavy or curly, it can reach around your neck or above.

②14 inch wig:

The length of a 14 inch hair wig is about 35cm, and the length of the reaching parts varies according to the different textures.

A 14 inch straight hair wig can reach the upper back of your body, while a 14 inch wave hair wig can only reach your shoulders.

The length of a 14 inch curly hair looks shortest, and it can only reach your chin.

③16 inch wig:

The length of a 16 inch hair wig is about 40cm, and it can reach your bra strap if it is straight.

A 16 inch wave hair wig can only reach your upper back, just like a 14 inch straight hair wig, while a 16 inch curly hair wig can only reach your shoulders.

(3)Long wig lengths

Long wig lengths are from 18 inches to 24 inches long.

①18 inch wig：

The length of an 18 inch hair wig is about 45cm, and it can reach around your shoulder blade, which is neither too long nor too short, and it can perfectly meet most people’s demands for its natural length and characteristics.

②20 inch wig:

The length of a 20 inch hair wig is about 50cm, which means it can reach your mid-back if it is straight.

A 20 inch wave hair wig can reach your shoulder blades, while a 20 inch curly hair wig can only reach your bra strap.

③22 inch wig:

The length of a 22 inch hair wig is about 55cm, and it can reach your mid-back easily, whether it is straight or wavy.

A 22 inch curly hair wig can only reach your shoulder blades.

④24 inch wig:

The length of a 24 inch hair wig is about 60cm, which means it can reach your lower back easily if it is straight.

Both a 24 inch wave hair wig and a 24 inch curly hair wig can reach your mid-back easily.

(4)Extra long wig lengths

Extra wig lengths are equal to or above 26 inches long, which are rarely seen in the wig market.

①26 inch wig:

The length of a 26 inch hair wig is about 65cm, and it can reach your waist effortlessly if it is straight.

Both a 26 inch wave hair wig and a 26 inch curly wig can reach your lower back.

②28 inch wig:

The length of a 28 inch wig is about 70cm, and it can reach or pass your hips easily without considering too much about its texture.

③30 inch wig:

The length of a 30 inch wig is about 75cm, and it can fall near your tailbone, which means you need to pay much attention to maintaining it.

④32 inch wig:

The length of a 32 inch wig is about 80cm, which is rare in the market.

2. What do hair wigs of different lengths look like?

(1)Straight wig length chart

(2)Wave wig length chart

(3)Curly wig length chart

(4)Bob wig length chart

3. How to measure the lengths of wigs correctly?

The measuring methods are different according to the different textures of human hair wigs.

Of course, the length of a straight hair wig is the easiest to measure.

There are a total of 3 steps for you to follow in order to measure its length.

(1)Step 1:

First of all, you can put the straight hair wig on a wig stand or a mannequin head.

If you don’t have these two things, you can also put the wig on a flat surface. 

What’s more, you can also use some clips to secure the straight human hair wig.

Then you should adjust the hairline of this wig to ensure it is in the right position.

(2)Step 2:

You can use a measuring tape to finish this measurement and put its end to the crown area of your wig.

(3)Step 3:

You should measure the longest part of the straight wig and record the number you have measured.

If you want to measure the length of a wavy wig or a curly wig, there is another step you need to take.

Don’t be worried about this step, and it is not difficult at all.

When measuring a wavy wig or a curly wig, you should stretch the wavy strands or the curly strands as straight as possible to get the accurate number.

There is also a picture to help you better measure the length of a human hair wig correctly.

4. Wig lengths of different hair textures:

As we all know, different hair textures have different appearances, which will have influences on how long they look like.

(1)Straight hair length: 

Usually, the length of a straight hair wig is accurate and correct, for its strands don’t have any curls or waves.

(2)Curly hair length:

A curly hair wig will look shorter than you think with its curls and twists.

As a result, if you want to achieve an ideal and beautiful appearance, you’d better buy a curly hair wig that is 2-3 inches longer than planned.

(3)Wavy hair length:

Just like a curly human hair wig, a wavy hair wig still looks shorter than it should be, for it has loose curls.

So when purchasing a wavy human hair wig, you should still choose a wig that is 2-3 inches longer than planned.

5. Things you need to consider before choosing a hair length.

If you are going to buy a human hair wig, there are five factors you should take into consideration before making your choice.

(1)Hair material.

First and foremost, the hair material is the primary and essential element to consider. 

There are two main materials for wigs: synthetic hair and human hair. Human hair is the best material without any doubt for its natural appearance and long lifespan.

If you want to purchase a human hair wig, the 100% human hair wig is the best and perfect choice for you.

[Link: If you want to learn more about the material of human hair wigs, you can read the following blog: What Is Virgin Hair and Why Is It So Popular?]

(2)Hair textures.

Hair texture is another important factor that you should take into consideration. You should choose the hair texture according to your face shape in order to get a face-framing effect.

(3)Lace size.

There are many different kinds of lace sizes in the wig industry, from lace front wigs to 360 wigs. 

You should choose the right lace size you want according to your demands and budget.

The more area of lace is used, the higher the price of the wig will be. If you want to wear the wig comfortably, maybe a 360 wig is a suitable choice for you.

[Link: If you are looking for the differences between a lace frontal and a lace closure, you can read this blog: What are the differences between Lace Frontal and Lace Closure?]

(4)Hair color.

Hair color is also a vital factor that you should consider. You should choose the right hair color according to your personal preferences and your skin tone.

[Link: If you want to learn more about hair color, you can read this blog: 1 vs 1B vs 2 hair color: What are the differences among them?]

(5)Your lifestyle.

If you really love to do exercises, then you should choose a shorter human hair wig, which doesn’t need you to maintain it too carefully.

The longer the hair is, the more time it takes to maintain it.

So, before purchasing a human hair wig, you should really think carefully about whether you have enough time to maintain your wig.

[Link: If you want to learn more about how to maintain a human hair wig, you can read this blog: How to maintain a human hair wig?]

Conclusion:

After reading this blog, you must have a clearer and more comprehensive understanding of the lengths of different inches and textures.

If you are going to buy a human hair wig, you should also take your personal demands and individual preferences into account, except for the factors above.

Please remember that the most expensive is not necessarily the best, and the one that suits us most is the best.

It’s my pleasure if this blog can really help you.

If you have any questions about human hair wigs, please feel free to email me, and I will always be here to help you.