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0 Culture Gender/Identity

A new documentary challenges stereotypes about Orthodox Jewish women — and their wigs

Simi Horwitz in Forward · 29 Apr

"Sheitel: Beauty in the Hidden," is a documentary by Lynda Medjuck-Suissa that delves into the cultural, religious, and personal significance of hair coverings among Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish women worldwide.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Wigs biggest Secret 🤫

Sonya's Prep · 3 Feb

The practice of adding baby hair to wigs marks a significant innovation in wig design, bringing wigs closer in appearance to natural hair.

0 Culture Communities

Family Living: Beat the Shivers

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 28 Jan 2025

As winter brings colder temperatures, dry air, and the inclination to stay indoors, experts share invaluable tips to address common seasonal challenges.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Meet The Sheitel Fairy Godmother, Providing Wigs To Needy Orthodox Women

Forward · 18 Jul 2018

Staci Segal has launched "The Sheitel Shuffle," a transformative initiative offering free sheitels to Orthodox women who cannot afford them.

0 Gender/Identity Culture

Covering My Black, Jewish Hair

Malynnda Littky in Tablet · 9 Mar 2015

The writer reflects on her complex relationship with her hair as a black woman, influenced by societal norms, family perspectives, and religious practices.

0 Holidays Communities

Holiday Haircuts Give Hope

Allison Hoffman in Tablet · 26 Apr 2013

Observant Jews celebrating Lag b'Omer traditionally mark the day with haircuts, symbolizing hope and an end to a period of mourning after Passover.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Modesty and the Sexy Sheitel

Marilyn Henry in Forward · 9 Sep 2009

On the streets of Teaneck, NJ, glamorous wigs displayed in Orthodox neighborhoods challenge traditional notions of modesty.