I love Alva on you. Sooo cute. I have 2 Alva’s. One in Choc. Latte & the other is in Moonstone. I love them. I have a big head, 22 1/2 in. Cir. & I can’t wear anything from Noriko but Alva I can. I really like your reviews. Keep up the good work. 💕
Hi Sandra! Thank you so much for visiting! Yes, this is a pretty one for sure. I saw one of the members on our FB page with Alva in Moonstone; it looked gorgeous! I may just have to get it in that color! xoxoxo Marlene
Alva looks so cute on you and I love the color! You rock every wig you wear! Sometimes a style needs permatease but I am not a fan of a lot of permatease either and i think you look cute in those wispy bangs.
You look great in Alva. The color and cut are great. I just watched Mimi's Wig Boutique and Misty was wearing Alva. It looked great on her, too. I'm convinced I need this wig after watching both videos. Thanks for your review.
Hi Cassie! Thank you so much for visiting! I love Kim and Misty but I don't think I've seen this week's video. Misty looks great in all her wigs! This really is a great wig that's a real shake and go! xoxoxo
Hi Eileen! Thank you for visiting! I agree with you 100%. Alva is definitely the most comfortable Noriko I've tried as well. They really should consider making them a bit larger. xoxo Marlene
Sooooo cute on you, Marlene! Love the color and your outside look was really well done. Great camera angles and light to show the color! ~Jill in SoCal
Thanks for showing us a realistic and honest review. You could trim the bang. I wish they would bring the sides further forward for better coverage. That color looks amazing in natural light.
Hi Frances! Thank you so much for visiting! I have Premium by Gabor which is a similar style without the permatease and with a part and lace front. I love it! Yes, this color is just gorgeous! xoxo Marlene
Hi Marlene! How are you? So good to see you. I missed you. Alva looks great on you. But, you already know how I feel. I think that you every one of them shine. Thanks for sharing.
Wow looks as cute on you and I love the colour!! You rock every wig you waer!!! Sometimes a style needs permeatease but i am not a fan of lot of permatease either and I think you look cute in those wispy bangs..Great sister love uuuuuuuuuuu take care
I'm still working on mine that I got from clearance. I had to trim the bangs since my forehead is 2.5", and it's still really too long. I also think I need to add a root and get a headband for this wig.
Hi Kari! Thanks so much for visiting! It really is a cute style. Along with Alva, I also picked up Emery in Chocolate Frost. Have you taken a look at the color? It's similar to this color as far as the colors but the highlights are chunky. xoxo Marlene
Hi Faith! Thank you so much for visiting! I ordered mine in Kandy Brown but by the time I ordered it, Kandy Brown was back ordered till Nov 30th. I wanted to review it since it's a new release, so I opted for this color. I need to find one in Kandy Brown! Let me know what you think of it when yours arrives! xoxo Marlene
I like this one on you too! I'm wondering which one you feel is more realistic or preferred Ryder or Alva? I know: decisions, decisions! I just don't want to base mine on price.
Hi Brenda! Thank you so much for visiting. Alva and Ryder are quite different. If you prefer bangs, a longer bob, and don't mind/like permatease and basic cap, then Alva is the one to go with. If you prefer no permatease, trendy choppy cut and lace front, then go with Ryder. As for realistic, I think they both look pretty realistic. If I'm going to dinner at a nice restaurant, I'd probably opt for Alva. If I'm meeting friends, I'd go with Ryder. When I firs wore Ryder and showed my husband, he said "looks really cute and looks like you're going for a girls night out."... granted I'm 63 and don't do girls night out LOL. I'm not certain if I could say which I preferred. If I had to choose one based on my lifestyle, I'd go with Ryder. xoxo Marlene
Had the powers that be added a mono side part to this wig, I would have definitely bought it. I have tried to wear basic caps, and caps with mono crowns, but I think they look fake. I love this wig style, but it's just another near miss.
Hi Sally! Thanks for visiting! You are so correct! I totally agree this wig would have been perfect with a mono part! One day, those powers will listen to us! xoxo Marlene
I REALLY REALLY like this Alva!!! It looks sooooooo natural. I want one in Creamy Toffee rooted & iced mocha. How much are they? I looked on ebay & couldnt find any
Hi Judy! Thank you so much for visiting. This is a beautiful piece that looks very natural! I have never purchased a wig on ebay for fear that I would not receive an authentic piece. I purchase all my wigs at Wigstudio1.com because they are a reputable wig retailer, offer 30% off on many brands including this one, and they don't have restocking fees if I need to make a return. I don't remember the price, but I always leave links in my description box to any wig I'm reviewing. Here is the link: www.wigstudio1.com/collections/noriko-collection/products/alva-wig-by-rene-of-paris
Hi MK, thank you for visiting. I think you'd need to work with it for it not show: pinching up or not trying to do a part but rather messing the hair a bit. I don't have non-rooted in such light colors and really hate to provide the wrong info, but that's what I've see Taz do in her videos with her light colors and no root. xoxo
Hi Gina! Thanks so much! Yes, I'm doing well; it's just been crazy between driving back from Kansas, stopping in NC for 4 days, then once we arrived in Florida, we turned around 4 days later and went to Fort Lauderdale so I could see my family. Hope all is well with you! xoxo Marlene
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio Yes I am doing okay. Wish I were traveling like you; it would be a good distraction with all of the election nonsense. Hope you enjoy time with your family. Travel safely!💟
Hi Jackie! Thank you so much! I purchased this one thinking it'd be a review & sell (only because I thought the style wouldn't work for me), but I may just keep it. It's really easy to wear. A real shake and go. I hope all is well with you, my friend! xoxo Marlene
Hi Marlene. I love this wig, but I have a 22.50 head. I know Noriko runs small. Do you think I could stretch it to fit? If not, can you recommend one like it? Thanks so much.
Hi Julie, I honestly don't know if it can stretched out to fit 22.50. I also don't know if you'd like Alva due to the permatease and the higher density created at the crown by the permatease. My opinion, based on what I know you like, is to go with Emilia by JR or Premium by Gabor. Both Emilia and Premium are very similar styles but neither one has the density as Alva plus Emilia and Premium both have little to no permatease. xo
Hi Linda! Thank you for visiting. I'm not certain I understand. If you mean the thickness on Alva, there's only one available. I honestly don't know what the thickness is. I'm sorry. xoxo
Hi Marlene! I’m so disappointed! They just called me and said ALVA won’t be in stock until February!!!! UGH! I thought I was getting it in a few days....😩
Oh No!!!!!! I'll tell you what happened to me a couple of weeks ago. I ordered two EW and received an email saying they were out of stock till Nov 30th. I said ok, I'll wait. couple of days later it had been shipped. Hoping the same happens to you. xoxo
Hi Marlene! I really, really love this wig on you. I call it the wild look , which I love. Not flat. It looks so natural. 63? Heck no!!! Love you beautiful! 💜🤗💜
Hi Lela, Thank you so much for visiting. Since this one has bangs, it doesn't have a lace front. There are many Norikos that do have lace such as Taylor (I have two of those); Noriko has many non-lace front because they try to keep the price lower. Rene of Paris and Noriko are under the same parent company so you may want to check them out since most of are lace front. Hope this helps xo
I love Alva on you. Sooo cute. I have 2 Alva’s. One in Choc. Latte & the other is in Moonstone. I love them. I have a big head, 22 1/2 in. Cir. & I can’t wear anything from Noriko but Alva I can. I really like your reviews. Keep up the good work. 💕
Wow, that’s cute! I really like those bangs on you! Basic caps are so easy to shake an go. Great review! 🙌🏻🥰🥰
You look so pretty in that wig! I really like it!
You look awesome! Alva looks completely natural on you.I am buying this,it's on my Christmas list for sure.💕
Hi Sandra! Thank you so much for visiting! Yes, this is a pretty one for sure. I saw one of the members on our FB page with Alva in Moonstone; it looked gorgeous! I may just have to get it in that color! xoxoxo Marlene
Alva looks so cute on you and I love the color! You rock every wig you wear! Sometimes a style needs permatease but I am not a fan of a lot of permatease either and i think you look cute in those wispy bangs.
Thanks so much, Moni! I think this style is really cute. This one definitely needs that permatease. xoxo
I ordered Alva.. can’t wait! Looks very cute on you! 💯👌🥰
You look great in Alva. The color and cut are great. I just watched Mimi's Wig Boutique and Misty was wearing Alva. It looked great on her, too. I'm convinced I need this wig after watching both videos. Thanks for your review.
Hi Cassie! Thank you so much for visiting! I love Kim and Misty but I don't think I've seen this week's video. Misty looks great in all her wigs! This really is a great wig that's a real shake and go! xoxoxo
Really cute! I was going to get Noriko May, but I think I like this one better. Thank you for the great video 😊
Thank you so much for visiting! I think May looks so pretty! let me know which one you decide to get! xoxo
I found Alva to be the most comfortable Noriko wigs I have. Wish they would make all of them like it. It looks great on you.
Hi Eileen! Thank you for visiting! I agree with you 100%. Alva is definitely the most comfortable Noriko I've tried as well. They really should consider making them a bit larger. xoxo Marlene
So happy you did this review - I am dying for mine to arrive!!! Thanks Marlene xx
I know I'm really late responding, but did yours arrive? Do you love it?
Sooooo cute on you, Marlene! Love the color and your outside look was really well done. Great camera angles and light to show the color! ~Jill in SoCal
Hi Jill! Thank you so much for visiting me here and thank you for the sweet compliment! It really is a cute style! xoxo Marlene
Thanks for showing us a realistic and honest review. You could trim the bang. I wish they would bring the sides further forward for better coverage. That color looks amazing in natural light.
Hi Frances! Thank you so much for visiting! I have Premium by Gabor which is a similar style without the permatease and with a part and lace front. I love it! Yes, this color is just gorgeous! xoxo Marlene
Hi Marlene! How are you? So good to see you. I missed you.
Alva looks great on you. But, you already know how I feel. I think that you every one of them shine.
Thanks for sharing.
Hi C! I'm so behind in everything! I'm really trying to catch up! I hope you're doing well, my friend! xoxo Marlene
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio don't worry. Take care. Big hug
I have Alva on order can’t wait to get it
Hi Deidre! How exciting! I hope you love Alva! xoxo
I have Alva in ICED MOCHA R, your Alva has alot more highlights than mine:-( I wish mine had the bold highlights like yours does
Such a gorgeous wig 😍😍 it looks great on you!!
So cute Marlene and love the color!
Thank you so much, Rachel! Yes this color is beautiful and this wig perfect for someone that loves bobs with a bang. Hope all is well with you! xoxo
So glad you shared this. Looks beautiful on you. Thank you.
Thanks so much, Jackie! Yes, Alva is perfect for someone searching for a bob with bangs. xoxo
Love this color!! Such a pretty style too!! xoxo A
Thank you so much for visiting! It really is a pretty style and color! xoxo
Hello from Australia! You look really fabulous in this wig!
Hi there! Thank you so much and thank you for visiting all the way from Australia! xoxo
Can't wait to get mine in Melted Marshmellow. Thanks for the Great Review. Glad to know it's not so tight like a lot of Noriko Wigs.
Hi Connie! I saw your pictures and your Alva looks beautiful on you! xoxo
Thank you. I LOVE her and she is easily rank as one of my Top 3.
Wow looks as cute on you and I love the colour!! You rock every wig you waer!!! Sometimes a style needs permeatease but i am not a fan of lot of permatease either and I think you look cute in those wispy bangs..Great sister love uuuuuuuuuuu take care
Hi! Thank you so much for visiting! LOL, thank you but you say that because you haven't seen me in a pixie! Lots of love back at ya! xoxo
Great review! Thx for sharing this!
Thank you so much for visiting! xoxo💕💜💕
I bought this one a few weeks ago in this color and it totally my favorite!
Hi Thank you so much for visiting! This is a beautiful wig for sure! This is the first time I try this color and just love it! xoxo
I'm still working on mine that I got from clearance. I had to trim the bangs since my forehead is 2.5", and it's still really too long. I also think I need to add a root and get a headband for this wig.
Great review! Love the style. I wish it came in chunkier highlights.
Hi Kari! Thanks so much for visiting! It really is a cute style. Along with Alva, I also picked up Emery in Chocolate Frost. Have you taken a look at the color? It's similar to this color as far as the colors but the highlights are chunky. xoxo Marlene
It’s a beautiful wig! I ordered one too, but back ordered till March!
Hi Amy! Thank you so much for visiting! Wow! I didn't realize Alva is backordered till March! xoxo Marlene
Oh Marlene this is so cute on you!! I have been looking at this one and I might have to try it!! Thanks so much for this review my friend! xoxo eileen
Hello, my friend! This a really cute style for sure especially since many ladies look for a nice easy bob with bangs! xoxo Marlene
Great review! Such a cute style, thinking of trying her out. 🌻
Hi Laurie! Thank you so much for visiting! If you decide to get her, let me know what you think! xoxo Marlene
love this style, it was always what I wanted to achieve with my bio hair. Of course, I ordered it just now.
Hi Paula! Thank you so much for visiting with me! Yes, Alva is a lovely one for sure! xoxo Marlene
Beautiful! I have this wig in Melted Marshmallow ❤️.
Hi! Thank you so much for visiting! Oooh, I bet it looks beautiful in Melted Marshmallow! xoxo.
You look beautiful in Alva (as usual) I have not even received mine yet but I nominate her to wig of the year
Hi Elizabeth! Thank you so much for visiting and the sweet compliment! I think she will be right up there for my favorites of 2020! xoxo Marlene
Love Alva!😍 Waiting to receive mine in Kandy Brown LR!!
Hi Faith! Thank you so much for visiting! I ordered mine in Kandy Brown but by the time I ordered it, Kandy Brown was back ordered till Nov 30th. I wanted to review it since it's a new release, so I opted for this color. I need to find one in Kandy Brown! Let me know what you think of it when yours arrives! xoxo Marlene
I love it.
Thank you, beautiful!!!
I like this one on you too! I'm wondering which one you feel is more realistic or preferred Ryder or Alva? I know: decisions, decisions! I just don't want to base mine on price.
Hi Brenda! Thank you so much for visiting. Alva and Ryder are quite different. If you prefer bangs, a longer bob, and don't mind/like permatease and basic cap, then Alva is the one to go with. If you prefer no permatease, trendy choppy cut and lace front, then go with Ryder. As for realistic, I think they both look pretty realistic. If I'm going to dinner at a nice restaurant, I'd probably opt for Alva. If I'm meeting friends, I'd go with Ryder. When I firs wore Ryder and showed my husband, he said "looks really cute and looks like you're going for a girls night out."... granted I'm 63 and don't do girls night out LOL. I'm not certain if I could say which I preferred. If I had to choose one based on my lifestyle, I'd go with Ryder. xoxo Marlene
Had the powers that be added a mono side part to this wig, I would have definitely bought it. I have tried to wear basic caps, and caps with mono crowns, but I think they look fake. I love this wig style, but it's just another near miss.
Hi Sally! Thanks for visiting! You are so correct! I totally agree this wig would have been perfect with a mono part! One day, those powers will listen to us! xoxo Marlene
Your real hair is beautiful by the way!
Great review.
Thank you so much! xoxo Marlene
I REALLY REALLY like this Alva!!! It looks sooooooo natural. I want one in Creamy Toffee rooted & iced mocha. How much are they? I looked on ebay & couldnt find any
Hi Judy! Thank you so much for visiting. This is a beautiful piece that looks very natural! I have never purchased a wig on ebay for fear that I would not receive an authentic piece. I purchase all my wigs at Wigstudio1.com because they are a reputable wig retailer, offer 30% off on many brands including this one, and they don't have restocking fees if I need to make a return. I don't remember the price, but I always leave links in my description box to any wig I'm reviewing. Here is the link: www.wigstudio1.com/collections/noriko-collection/products/alva-wig-by-rene-of-paris
I really like this style! Do you think the permatease will show in the color Simply-White?
Hi MK, thank you for visiting. I think you'd need to work with it for it not show: pinching up or not trying to do a part but rather messing the hair a bit. I don't have non-rooted in such light colors and really hate to provide the wrong info, but that's what I've see Taz do in her videos with her light colors and no root. xoxo
Adorable cut. Love you Marlene and hope you are doing well🎃
Hi Gina! Thanks so much! Yes, I'm doing well; it's just been crazy between driving back from Kansas, stopping in NC for 4 days, then once we arrived in Florida, we turned around 4 days later and went to Fort Lauderdale so I could see my family. Hope all is well with you! xoxo Marlene
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio Yes I am doing okay. Wish I were traveling like you; it would be a good distraction with all of the election nonsense. Hope you enjoy time with your family. Travel safely!💟
Looks really good, Marlene! Good color on you & I do love the style. Blessings! Jackie in upstate NY
Hi Jackie! Thank you so much! I purchased this one thinking it'd be a review & sell (only because I thought the style wouldn't work for me), but I may just keep it. It's really easy to wear. A real shake and go. I hope all is well with you, my friend! xoxo Marlene
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio And YAY the price is doable!!! Looked at the color options, hehe.
That looks really cute on you.👍
Thank you so much!!! xoxo
I love Alva but I really need something like it that is 1-2 inches longer. Can you give me any ideas? Thank you!
Hi Donna, While Emilia by Jon Renau has a full mono and lace front unlike the basic cap like Alva, it's the same style and a bit longer. xoxo Marlene
Hi Marlene. I love this wig, but I have a 22.50 head. I know Noriko runs small. Do you think I could stretch it to fit? If not, can you recommend one like it? Thanks so much.
Hi Julie, I honestly don't know if it can stretched out to fit 22.50. I also don't know if you'd like Alva due to the permatease and the higher density created at the crown by the permatease. My opinion, based on what I know you like, is to go with Emilia by JR or Premium by Gabor. Both Emilia and Premium are very similar styles but neither one has the density as Alva plus Emilia and Premium both have little to no permatease. xo
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio Thanks Marlene! I appreciate your help.
Did you buy the normal thickness or the 120 or 140?
Hi Linda! Thank you for visiting. I'm not certain I understand. If you mean the thickness on Alva, there's only one available. I honestly don't know what the thickness is. I'm sorry. xoxo
Hi Marlene! I’m so disappointed! They just called me and said ALVA won’t be in stock until February!!!! UGH! I thought I was getting it in a few days....😩
Oh No!!!!!! I'll tell you what happened to me a couple of weeks ago. I ordered two EW and received an email saying they were out of stock till Nov 30th. I said ok, I'll wait. couple of days later it had been shipped. Hoping the same happens to you. xoxo
Hi Marlene! I really, really love this wig on you. I call it the wild look , which I love. Not flat. It looks so natural. 63? Heck no!!! Love you beautiful! 💜🤗💜
Hi there, beautiful! Thank you so much! Nope this is not flat at all! I hope you'r doing well, my friend! Love you! xoxo
Want!
It really is a pretty one! xoxo
Why Noriko don t made wigs with lace front?..
Hi Lela, Thank you so much for visiting. Since this one has bangs, it doesn't have a lace front. There are many Norikos that do have lace such as Taylor (I have two of those); Noriko has many non-lace front because they try to keep the price lower. Rene of Paris and Noriko are under the same parent company so you may want to check them out since most of are lace front. Hope this helps xo
@@MarlenesWigChatStudio 🙂❤
Beautiful
Thank you! xoxo