Chignon is a separate strand or hairstyle of hair that is attached to hairpins, ribbons or barrettes.
Hignon story
This accessory began to be used in France in the 19th century. Over time, he only gained popularity. In the fifties and seventies of the last century, one of the most used accessories was a chignon, photos of famous women of that period are excellent evidence of this. Like a wig, it has always been a constant attribute of ladies from high society. But it was in the nineteenth century, when hairstyles were in fashion that required a huge amount of curls and an unthinkable volume of hair, the chignon became a real salvation. A lot of time was needed to create such images, and skilled hairdressers came up with a new way: the hairstyle was literally assembled piece by piece from false hair before the event. Then a chignon appeared, which added volume to the back of the head and lush strands to the temples. Fastenings then were simple, from what was at hand: ribbons and hairpins, which were masked with their own hair.
Our time
Modern women wear hairpieces when they want to create an eveningor a festive hairstyle to give volume to hair or increase its length. A variety of models will allow you to create any image, from a femme fatale with long straight hair to a fantastic fairy with a shock of curls. Chignons are also complex model hairstyles, weaves or simply elements like bangs or braids.
Today, false hair allows you to change the image and appearance in a matter of minutes. They are easy to apply and wear, they do not harm the hair, they do not need to be corrected.
All modern fashionistas and coquettes are well aware of what a chignon is. This is a thing that can be combined with any style of clothing, events and external conditions. It owes its popularity to its beautiful and neat appearance, as well as ease of use.
Varieties
There are many varieties of hairpieces for all occasions. Material - artificial or natural hair, shape - one-piece, individual strands, bangs, hairstyle - ponytail, braid, babette … All this is designed to help carry out the desired transformation. With a chignon, creating a hairstyle in minutes is not difficult.
Chignons are an outlet for women who value their time. Various styling, trips to the hairdresser not only take time, but also do not always successfully change your appearance. It is enough to try on a hairpiece to understand whether it suits you or not. It is important to choose one that matches the color and texture of your hair as best as possible. By the way, there are special workshops where you can place an order specifically for your parameters.
Mounting Methods
Natural and artificial hairpieces differ not only in shape and material. There are also several mounting options. The chignon can be secured with a crab, clips or ribbons. Often it needs additional fixation with hairpins.
The easiest way is to use a hairpiece in the form of a ponytail. As a fastening for it, a crab or a tape can be used. To securely fix the chignon-tail with a tape, you need to make a "tail" hairstyle, and then stretch your collected strands through the false hair. Tighten well and tie with tape, this will be enough for reliable use throughout the day. Get some stilettos just in case.
Don't trust the tape and want to use the crab? Then your hair should be collected at the back of your head in a bun, on which the chignon is attached. Photos from the event will turn out great if you cover the junction with a beautiful voluminous elastic band, bandage and other things. But the braid around the head does not require any additional hassle. It is enough to fix it with hairpins and you're done!
Ladies know how difficult it is sometimes to make a babette, especially those with short or thin hair. But she fits so well with elegant dresses for an evening out … There is a way out! The chignon in the form of a babette can be secured with invisible clip-on hairpins. Their hair is hidden in a recess at the base. Tie them in a ponytail first so they don't fall apart.
If you want to delight the eyes of envious women with thick and lush hair, get a chignon ribbon. Secure it with clipsone ear to the other and spread evenly over the entire head. Similarly, you need to fix the false bangs-chignon. This is a strand of hair that is pinned to the front of the head.
Additional advantages and disadvantages
One of the main advantages of the hairpiece can be considered the possibility of its modeling. A chignon from straight hair can be curled, a ponytail can be braided, a bun can be made and so on. Instead of one hairstyle idea, you have several in your kit.
Please note that wearing a hairpiece every day is harmful. Your hair can be pretty damaged from long-term use of false strands and hairstyles. Synthetic hair extensions are worn three days a week maximum.
