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Getting a wig fitted

20094 minPGnews

Phil Hilton, former editor of Nuts, tests a new wig on the streets of London, receiving mixed reactions about its realistic appearance and style.

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Channel: The Guardian

Getting a wig fitted

2009• 4 minPG

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Phil Hilton, former editor of Nuts, tests a new wig on the streets of London, receiving mixed reactions about its realistic appearance and style.

Synopsis

Phil Hilton, former editor of Nuts magazine, tests a full head of hair in the streets of London. The video captures public reactions to his new wig, which features a distinctive undercut style. Feedback from passersby reveals a mix of opinions, with some praising the wig's realistic appearance while others suggest that a more even hairstyle with layers would have been preferable. Hilton's experience highlights the intersection of hair fashion and personal style within the dynamic urban landscape of London.

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