The phrase “old lady hairdo” isn’t the most sensitive thing one can say. But some of us can still picture specific hairstyles when we hear it — and it isn’t used in a flattering way most of the time.

Cosmopolitan UK delves into the world of Chrissy Bales. Here, Iman Leila finds out how the wigmaker has become synonymous with Black girl luxury I’ll never forget the thrill of buying my first wig ...