About

Heirloom braided wigs, handcrafted in Kenya. Shipped from the US.

Our story

Fancy Wigs was born between two cities — Nairobi and the United States — and built by two sisters who refused to compromise on what a hand-braided wig should be.

One of us works with master braiders in Kenya, where this craft has been passed down through generations. The other handles everything stateside — fulfillment, customer care, and getting these pieces into your hands within days, not weeks.

What makes our wigs different

• Hand-braided, every time. No factory shortcuts, no synthetic stiffness. Every piece is woven by skilled artisans in Nairobi who have been doing this work their whole lives.
• Heirloom quality. With basic care, a Fancy Wigs piece lasts 12 months or more.
• Ready when you are. We keep our most-loved styles in a US warehouse so you can order today and wear it this weekend.

Who we make these for

For the woman who has too much going on to sit in a chair for six hours. For the bride who wants tradition without the time. For the daughter of the diaspora who wants a piece of home, wherever she is. We make these for you.

Have a question? Reach out anytime — we read every message.