Cap Construction Explained

'Cap construction' means how the wig is built underneath the hair — and it decides how the wig looks at the hairline, where you can part it, how breathable it is, and how it feels on your scalp. If hair loss makes your scalp sensitive, the cap matters as much as the fibre. Here are the types you'll see.

The main cap types

Basic / wefted (capless / open cap). Hair is sewn in rows called wefts onto thin strips of material by machine. This is the most affordable and breathable construction, but the parting is limited and the hairline looks less natural (Breastcancer.org, Headcovers).

Lace front. A sheer lace panel runs along the front hairline, with each hair hand-tied into it. This creates a natural-looking hairline and lets you style hair off your face. It costs more than a basic cap because the front is hand-tied (Breastcancer.org, The Wig Company).

Monofilament (mono) top / crown / part. A section of fine mesh (usually at the crown or part line) where each hair is hand-tied individually. Your scalp shows through the mesh, so the part looks natural and you can change the part direction. It's more premium and more expensive (Headcovers, Simply Wigs).

Hand-tied. Every hair on the cap is tied by hand to a soft mesh, so the hair moves naturally and the cap is soft and comfortable — a construction many find preferable for sensitive scalps. It's the most expensive and most delicate construction (Breastcancer.org, Elegant Wigs).

Full lace. The entire cap is hand-tied lace, giving the most natural look from every angle and full styling freedom (updos, pulled back). Highest cost and more delicate (WigTryAI, The Wig Company).

360 lace. Lace around the full perimeter with a wefted centre — good for ponytails and styles pulled up, with a natural edge. More lace to maintain than a lace front (WigTryAI).

What to look for with hair loss

• Sensitive scalp? Prioritise a soft, fully hand-tied or double-monofilament cap — fewer seams and less friction (Elegant Wigs).
• Want a natural hairline? Look for a lace front — it's the construction that lets hair sit naturally off the face (Breastcancer.org).
• Want a natural part you can move? Choose a monofilament top — the scalp shows through and you can part it in any direction (Headcovers).
• Want to avoid glue? A glueless cap (like our Curly Headband Wig — No Lace, No Glue) is gentler and easier on a sensitive scalp.
• Budget vs realism? A basic wefted cap is most affordable; lace front + monofilament gives the most natural result at a higher price.

Many of our wigs combine features — for example, a lace front with a hand-tied front and a wefted back gives you a natural hairline, comfortable movement, and a breathable, affordable back.

Where to start in our store

• Lace front styles: Straight Lace Front, Body Wave Human Hair Lace Front, Kinky Curly Human Hair Lace Front
• Hand-tied front: our Body Wave Human Hair Lace Front features a hand-tied lace front for natural movement
• Glueless / sensitive-scalp friendly: Curly Headband Wig — No Lace, No Glue
• Every product page lists the cap construction and the fibre, and how to care for it — so you know exactly what you're getting before you buy. If you're looking specifically for a monofilament or 100% hand-tied cap, check the cap construction field on the product page or reach out and we'll point you to it.

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Sources: Breastcancer.org – cap types, Headcovers – types of wigs, The Wig Company – cap construction, Simply Wigs – cap construction explained, Elegant Wigs – cap constructions, WigTryAI – cap types.

This article is general information and is not medical advice. Talk with your healthcare team about what's right for your situation.