Usagi Hime Stole My Heart
So today I would like to direct your attention to an amazing source for BJD wigs: Usagi Hime. About 6 weeks ago I discovered this fantastic site while on what has seemed like my never-ending quest to find some boyish wigs for my 1/3 AOD boy, Balthus. I will have owned him for a year at the end of November, and yet in that time the poor thing has only had two wigs: one of which the previous owner sent him with, and the other I bought on a lark because I am in desperate need of some variety for him. I do love his new Monstro Designs wig, but I simply cannot rest until he has a fun and suitable Kanekalon type wig (instead of fur like his new one).
At Usagi Hime I found this. And it was love at first sight.
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Out of respect for the wishes of the artist I have not posted the image, only the product link.
And of course, it was out of stock.
So here is a little FAQ of my experience with ordering from Usagi Hime, website currently located here: bjdwig.com
At Usagi Hime you will find wigs unlike any others on the web. In fact, as I have read, if you DO find other locations with remarkably similar looking styles, they have been pirated from the designer for Usagi Hime. Though this does happen in the world of art and design I have to say that it remains no less unfortunate and despicable to see. When one can avoid it, it is always best to get your goods from the legitimate source and not encourage the theft of intellectual property.
Usagi Hime carries wigs in mostly unnatural / fantasy color schemes; you will find plenty of designs in blues, violets, reds, and silvers, with other colors interspersed. So if you are looking for something daring, or whimsical this should be your go-to shop! However this is not the place to find everyday hair for your doll. Even in Usagi Hime’s most run-of-the-mill styles, dark grey or gold are about the closest to natural colors that will be offered. Nevertheless, I don’t think this detracts from the brand’s appeal. The craftsmanship on these wigs seems superb, and I have read reviews exalting exactly that. The attention to detail is remarkable when you examine these wigs’ variety of wispy, spiky, and layered locks.
So the wigs are amazing. . . what’s the problem? The problem is that Usagi Hime seems to currently be a brand that has trouble meeting the demand for their products. Popular wigs sell out fast on the site, and won’t be restocked for a month, two months — the wait is indefinite. And we know how this story goes, by the time you get your product you’ve waited long enough that you sure better hope it wasn’t a purchase you’ll regret. 
And I certainly hope I don’t regret the purchase I made yesterday from Usagi Hime, because by the time shipping costs were totaled up, the wigs cost me more than I would have liked. Don’t be fooled: the wigs are slightly cheaper than other BJD wigs of similar aesthetic, but shipping sure is hefty from the site. No matter the size of your order you will pay a pretty penny to get it in the mail!
I am super excited to get my hands on these wigs though! I am very curious about the quality, though I am confident it will be fantastic, and my boy sure would love me if he could have some new silky hair. So this is where I will end for today, I will be sure to make a review of the rest of my Usagi Hime experience when the time has come.
