Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Buying a wig can often be confusing and overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. But it doesn’t have to be. SHEVY’s Founder Shevy Emmanuel breaks down everything you need to know when it comes to finding, choosing, and purchasing the right wig for you.

HOW DO I DECIDE WHICH BRAND TO PURCHASE MY WIG FROM?

There are a lot of wig brands in the market, so it’s really important that you go in-depth to research the quality and reputation of the brand before you make a purchase. Social media follower count and pretty Instagram pictures can be quite misleading, so you need to take the time to evaluate the reputation of the person who’s selling the product, they need to know what they’re doing, have experience in the field, really care about their customers and offer after sales service. They need to be there for you if you need to have anything done, long after you have made that purchase, because that shows that they really stand behind their product.

The consultation phase should really give you insight into the kind of service and product that a company offers so pay attention to how they treat you, how much time they give you and ask a lot of questions to find out what’s included in the services and what’s not.

THERE ARE SO MANY DIFFERENT KINDS OF HAIR USED IN WIGS. WHICH IS BEST?

European hair is the best quality hair out there, with Russian hair being the best hair money can buy. Caucasian hair is considered the best for its variety of color, texture, and softness, and it’s known for being the kind of hair that needs the least treatment. Other kinds of hair, such as Indian Remy hair, is always treated which simply doesn’t give the same effect; the longevity and quality of a high-quality European hair wig is simply unmatchable.

But even with European hair, there are different qualities and textures, and the good hairs need to be carefully selected from the bad hairs. People have gotten really good at faking it and treating hair to look the part, which is why I only buy hair for SHEVY wigs from a handful of trusted suppliers, because to make a high-quality wig, you need to make sure that the quality of the hair you work with is uncompromised. That’s why our wigs really stand out, not just for the way they look and feel, but also for how long they last when taken care of.

HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO SPEND WHEN BUYING A HIGH-QUALITY WIG?

The length of a wig, and how it’s been made will impact its price point. But as a ballpark, the starting price for a high-quality European hair wig is somewhere between $4000 - $5000. And this would be for a shorter one. As a rule of thumb, longer wigs are typically more expensive, as are hand-tied ones.

HAND-TIED WIGS VS. WEFTED WIGS, WHICH SHOULD I GO FOR?

Hand-tied wigs are those where the hair is sewn individually by hand throughout the base, where are wefted ones are sewn by machines. Hand-tied wigs are completely handmade, and are usually lighter in weight, more comfortable and more expensive since each hair is individually stitched in by hand. A good quality wefted wig should still have a hand-tied crown area. At SHEVY’s we offer both kinds, catering to different price points without compromising on quality or comfort.

WHEN IT COMES TO TAKING CARE OF MY WIG, WHAT SHOULD I KEEP IN MIND?

You need to treat the wig properly to get the most out of it. If you’re going to wear your wig every day, you need to get it washed it every four weeks. And then, in between, it will need to be regularly brushed and maintained. If you only wear your wig once in a while, then you can go as much as three months between getting it washed. It’s really important that you let a professional wash and care for your wig to get the most out of it, otherwise the lace can fall, the net can stretch or rip, and the color can change. How long your wig stays with you will depend on how well you look after it.

HOW CAN I CHOOSE THE BEST COLOR AND STYLE OF WIG FOR MYSELF?

There are a few factors here to keep in mind. First, the obvious one is aesthetics. You want to work with an expert who can help you find the right color for you, one that not only brings out your personality, but also which accentuates your skin tone and eye color. Next is the fit, which is really important. Your wig should sit comfortably on your head, and you should never worry about it falling off. Lastly, it’s really important to consider your lifestyle. Longer wigs tend to be better suited for less active days and special events as they do require more upkeep just as real hair would, whereas shorter or mid-length wigs are more low maintenance. A lot of people have several wigs they rotate between, depending on when and where they will wear them.

WILL WEARING A WIG EVERYDAY AFFECT THE HEALTH OF MY SCALP?

Not if you choose the right wig and look after your scalp. I have customers who have been wearing SHEVY wigs for 20 to 30 years and they have no scalp damage. There are a few easy pointers that can help make sure your scalp always stays healthy.

1. Make sure your wig is not too heavy and its breathable. All of our wigs, irrespective of how long they are, are lightweight and comfortable.
2. Give your scalp time to breathe. It’s totally fine if you wear your wig all day, but its good practice to take it off once you get home so your natural hair can breathe and have that exposure.
3. Do scalp treatments regularly to keep it healthy and dandruff-free.
4. Look after your natural hair, just like you would if you didn’t wear a wig. Wash and condition it to ensure everything stays in good shape.

CAN I WEAR A WIG WHEN WORKING OUT?

Yes you can but make sure you get a separate wig or piece for that which is super lightweight and can easily be thrown into a ponytail. Given that you will be working out in it, it will need to be washed more often to keep it fresh and sweat-free.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A CUSTOM WIG MADE AT SHEVY?

For a fully custom piece, 8 weeks, but we also have a lot of pieces in stock which can be customized, thus cutting down the amount of time we need to get it ready. We can turn around wigs in as little as 48 hours because of how attentive our stylists tend to be during the consultations.

In line with the low-key wedding trend that has remained strong since the pandemic, this season’s key bridal hairstyles are all about effortless sophistication. From romantic curls to chic buns, SHEVY rounds up the top wedding hair trends for fall 2022…

FOR THE ROMANTIC BRIDE

Soft, flowing waves are the go-to choice for the romantic bride looking to channel a touch fairytale-inspired charm to her big day. Pro tip: lightly brush out the curls with a paddle brush for effortless volume. Looking to wear your hair up? Try a softly structured bun with some face-framing locks for a delicate, elevated look that’s downright breathtaking.

FOR THE CLASSIC BRIDE

The classic bride is all about timeless, understated elegance, making a chic, low bun the must-try style this wedding season. Low-key yet glamourous all at once, the elegant hairstyle provides the ideal canvas for face-framing earrings and delicate jewelry, making it the perfect option for anyone looking to accessorize.

FOR THE BOHO BRIDE

Ideal for any hair length, a half-up, half-down hairstyle with loose waves will leave you feeling floaty, free and feminine this fall. Playing around with twists and plaits, as well as floral accessories can provide additional texture and volume to your look. Pro tip: add in some seasonal foliage to your ‘do, for a an irresistibly rustic and effortless look.

FOR THE CONTEMPORARY BRIDE

A soft, voluminous blowout, lightly pinned back is this ultimate way to channel modern sophistication this season. For those wanting for a sleek updo option, an effortless bun, accentuated with a fashion-forward, statement accessory is a beautiful way to tie in modernity with tradition.

FOR THE VINTAGE BRIDE

Big, screen siren-inspired curls are the perfect way to channel some old Hollywood glamour for a vintage-loving bride. Timeless, nostalgic, with just the right dose of head-turning drama, this look is as easy to wear as it is to style. Alternatively, a voluminous bridal bun inspired by the ‘60s reimagines the classic wedding updo look with a retro twist.

When it comes to curating your dream bridal hairstyle, choosing the right hair piece for your wedding can be a difficult decision to make. With over 30 years of experience, SHEVY’s Founder, Shevy Emanuel, walks us through the ins and outs of choosing, buying and styling a wig (or a topper) for your big day.

WIGS OR TOPPERS, WHICH ARE BEST SUITED FOR WEDDING HAIR?

The question is, what is bride looking to achieve? It really depends on and the kind of hairstyle she is hoping to achieve. We need to first understand these in order to find the best fit for her.

For example, if she’s looking to put hair into a ponytail or updo, then we would recommend a topper that's very lightweight and thin, so everything stays put throughout the event. But, if she’s looking to wear her hair down and have a lot of volume, then we’ll go with a three-quarter or full wig that has more hair and is longer. Typically, unless someone has alopecia, most brides don’t usually wear a full wig; opting instead for a topper, extensions, or maybe a ¾ piece to get that extra volume for an added touch of glamor.

WHAT DOES THE BRIDAL WIG STYLING PROCESS ENCOMPASS AT SHEVY?

Most brides tend to come in with inspiration on the kind of style they would like to wear, but if not, we suggest and advise them as to what could work for them. They usually try on several different types of wigs or toppers as we help them find the perfect piece that will help them achieve the look they are going for.

Once that’s decided, we cut, color and blow-dry the wig for them so that its ready for use on their big day. Brides can come choose to get their hair done here with one of our expert wig stylists on the day of their wedding, or they can have their preferred hairstylist do it for them wherever they are, and we make sure it gets delivered to them as and when needed.

AND HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD A BRIDE-TO-BE LOOK INTO PURCHASING HER PIECE?

I would recommend 8-10 weeks before the wedding.

SHOULD A BRIDE LOOK FOR A SPECIALIZED STYLIST IF SHE IS CHOOSING TO WEAR A PIECE?

Most reputed hairstylists would have experience working with wigs and toppers, especially if they specialize in doing celebrity and bridal hair, but regardless, it is something worth discussing upfront to make sure they are comfortable working with them. It's very common to work with attachments and pieces, so most hairdressers and stylists should be able to work with wigs as well.

ARE THERE ANY STYLING LIMITATIONS WHEN IT COMES TO WIGS IN COMPARISON TO NATURAL HAIR?

No, there are no limitations. You can curl it, you can put it up, you can straighten it, you can create volume…you can do anything that you want with our wigs because they are made of real human hair! Some people don't have enough volume or the right texture to get their dream wedding hairstyle, which is why a lot of women, whether they have alopecia or not, opt to wear some kind of a piece on their wedding day. Wigs can really let you have your dream hair, exactly as you would want it, on your wedding, without you having to worry about how your hair is going to look or behave that day.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST REQUESTED HAIR PIECE AMONGST BRIDES?

It really varies from bride to bride as it all depends on how much hair they have to begin with, and what they are hoping to achieve. So, for any kind of style where they will be wearing their hair down, they usually need a fuller, bigger piece that will give them length, volume and movement. For those looking to wear their hair up in a ponytail or updo, then a lightweight, handmade piece that doesn’t add too much volume around the hairline is a better fit.

WHAT SHOULD BRIDES BEAR IN MIND WHEN CHOOSING A WIG FOR THEIR WEDDING DAY?

One of the key things is that it has to sit well and be comfortable. It's long day, and they should never have to worry about their wig falling off. So, it should be well-fitted and secure. We don't want it to move.

WHAT PRECAUTIONS DURING THE STYLING PROCESS ARE RECOMMENDED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE WIG?

All our wigs are made from the highest quality European human hair, so in terms of the hair itself, it can handle anything that natural hair can. The only real concern you need to worry about is the potential damage to the lace cap. It’s made out of a very delicate material, so it needs to be handled with care, especially when putting in bobby pins which are commonly used to hold up hair, especially in bridal hairstyles. But other than that, you can blow dry it, you can spray it, you can tease it, you can create volume, you can use a curling iron, you can use wands…really the sky’s the limit!

DO YOU HAVE ANY WIG AFTERCARE TIPS ONCE THE BIG DAY IS OVER?

It’s important to take the wig to a professional who knows how to care for it because it would likely need several washings to get the hairspray out. Sometimes we use baking soda and solution with water if it gets very sticky. But don’t do it yourself. Take it out, bring it in, get it washed. It's probably going to be in a bit of a tangle, and will need a little bit more care.

WHAT WEDDING HAIR TRENDS DO YOU THINK WE MIGHT SEE IN THE NEW SEASON?

We’re seeing a lot more low-key weddings post-Covid, so I think more effortless styles like loose, face-framing ponytails and beachy boho waves will continue to be quite popular this season.  

Over 50% of women across America will experience some sort of alopecia in their lifetime. To better understand the condition, SHEVY caught up with one of New York’s leading hair loss experts, Dr. Doris Day, MD, FAAD, MA, Board-Certified Dermatologist & Founder of Day Dermatology & Aesthetics, who tells us about the different kinds of alopecia, their causes and the best treatment options available in the market.

WHAT EXACTLY IS ALOPECIA?

The most common types of alopecia are non-scarring. This means the follicle is still present but the hair is so miniaturized that it is invisible. These include:

• Androgenetic Alopecia (aka hereditary hair loss)

This is the most common type of hair loss. Hereditary hair loss accounts for 95% of all hair loss in both men and women and it can be inherited from either the mother's or father's side. In both men and women, it can start in their early 20’s.

In men, it usually starts as recession in the temples, progresses to the crown, and then meets in the middle with total loss of the frontal scalp leaving a semicircle zone of hair just above the ears going to the back of the scalp. Women have a fear of going bald, but they present in a different pattern than men in that the frontal hairline is usually retained but the part slowly widens and they thin in the crown region. In some cases, this can become severe leading to near total loss, but in most cases the thinning is usually centered over the top of the scalp in the crown.

The reason women often have a milder course than men may be because women have ½ the amount of 5-alpha reductase enzyme that men have and also women have more aromatase enzyme in follicles that aromatizes testosterone to estradiol.

• Telogen Effluvium (aka stress shedding)

This is not true hair loss, but rather a hair shedding process that usually occurs about 3-4 months after a major physiologic stress. The process is self-limited and the hair will grow back on its own in about 3-4 months. Factors such as hormonal shifts from pregnancy along with crash dieting and certain medications have been shown to trigger Telogen Effluvium.

• Alopecia Areata (aka autoimmune hair loss)

Alopecia Areata is a type of hair loss that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, which is where hair growth begins. It usually begins when clumps of hair fall out, resulting in totally smooth, round, hairless patches on the scalp.

It can occur anywhere on the body where hair grows, but is most bothersome when it occurs on the scalp or in the beard area for men. It may also be associated with other autoimmune diseases, but having one or treating one does not affect the other. There is a genetic predisposition with an increased occurrence in 1^st degree relative. The underlying cause remains unclear but it may be triggered by environmental factors.

• Hair loss due to medication

There are many medicines that have hair loss mentioned in the label. This is sometimes confusing because it simply means that people taking the medication also reported hair loss and is not an otherwise absolute known cause. SSRI’s (a class of antidepressants) is one medication that stands out in this category.

Medications known to cause hair loss are chemotherapeutic agents used in the treatment of cancer. This is a temporary hair loss and in the vast majority of cases the hair grows back, often thicker and better than before treatment. There are now caps and other protective measures being used to minimize the hair loss around cancer treatments and it has had a very positive impact on patients.

Scarring alopecia can happen from chronic use of hair extensions, tight ponytails, tight braids or from some medical conditions like lupus or sarcoidosis. In those cases the follicle is scarred or gone and the hair cannot regrow.

IS THERE A CURE FOR ALOPECIA?

Depending on the type of alopecia there are measures we can take to improve or control it but in most cases there is no cure. The goal is to protect against further hair loss and scarring.

CAN ALOPECIA BE REVERSED? 

In many cases, with proper evaluation and treatment, it can be reversed partially or completely.

WHO IS MOST SUSCEPTIBLE TO ALOPECIA?

Those with strong family history, high stress, or who wear extensions regularly or have had tight braids or ponytails over the years.

IS THERE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HAIR LOSS AND ALOPECIA?

No, they are the same. Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALOPECIA PATIENTS?

 - Minoxidil – The FDA approved concentration of 5% minoxidil, available over the counter, is now the same for both men and women with androgenetic alopecia. My version of minoxidil is an upgraded formula with 6% along with niacinamide and caffeine for better penetration and anti-inflammatory benefits. While it is something you will have to use indefinitely, the good news is that as long as you keep using it, it keeps working!

-  Hair Growth Kit -This is a 3 step system for hair re-growth, consisting of a specially formulated shampoo, that removes daily build-up and a conditioner, that adds fullness to thin lifeless hair, which work together to prepare the scalp for the Rapid regrowth serum. Visible results can be seen within 30 days of use. 

- Fotona Dynamis: In office Smoothbeam Erbium in-office laser treatment has had excellent results, alone and in combination with other therapies to help restore hair growth. We do treatments at two week intervals for 12 sessions and then once every three months for maintenance. 

- Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT): There are in-office laser devices as well as at home devices which are FDA cleared for hair growth. They influence hair growth in 3 stages: stopping hair loss, thickening current hair and helping regrowth of new hair.

-  PRP: I spent years researching and reviewing data and devices for PRP (an in-office treatment) for the scalp before deciding to add it to my hair growth program. The hair promoting effects of PRP are supported by studies showing a faster transition to the growing (anagen) phase of hair cycling back from the resting and transitional phases, and also an increase in the number of newly formed follicles and earlier hair formation.

You also have cortisone injections, hair transplantation and prescription medications, but again, it’s about finding out which course of treatment is best suited to your individual needs and your physician can help with that.

Doris Day, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in laser, cosmetic, surgical and aesthetic dermatology. She is a medical educator and a highly respected and sought-after media personality.

To learn more about Dr. Doris Day and her practice, please visit: dorisdaymd.com

On the occasion of International Alopecia Day on August 6^th, SHEVY caught up with Susie Ramirez, a 21-year-old college student with alopecia universalis, to understand her journey, her experience and the resilience she has developed as a result of her life-long relationship with the disease. Here’s her story…

LET’S START AT THE VERY BEGINNING. WHEN DID YOU FIRST START EXPERIENCING HAIR LOSS?

I first started experiencing hair loss when I was four, and my parents took me to a lot of different doctors to try and understand what was going on. At first, the diagnosis was alopecia areata, as I still had patches of hair, but in time, it progressed to alopecia universalis meaning all of my hair, including my eyebrows and eyelashes, fell out.

Looking back, I feel really lucky I was so young when it happened because if I was older, it would have been incredibly tragic. There are a lot of people that deal with hair loss at a later stage of their lives, and that’s pretty devastating because you have had it for so long. Whereas kids are resilient, and they don’t care about the way they, or anyone else, looks so as a 4-year-old, I didn’t really understand it and because I was super active, I didn’t want to wear a wig either so essentially I went through all of elementary school and some of middle school totally bald, and I wasn’t bothered about it in the least.

WHEN DID YOU FIRST CHANGE YOUR MIND ABOUT WEARING A WIG?

I grew up in a really small town in New Jersey where everybody knew me, so I felt really confident in my skin for the longest time. But when I got to 7^th grade, my confidence just took a toll and I became aware that I was different and started worrying about how people reacted to that. And that was the first time I bought a wig from a random brand. It was this cheap, ready-made one, that was totally not my color. I remember being terrified about what people would think if I showed up wearing a wig one day because most of them had known me my entire life, and I had never worn one before. I basically didn’t want to have to answer any questions or talk about it, and just get on with it. 

And then after about a month and half of wearing the wig, I realized I was scared to take it off. I had always loved the freedom of not hiding the way I looked, and was afraid of this happening if I wore a wig. But eventually, I bit the bullet and just took it off and then went through 9^th grade, 10^th grade, 11^th grade, and 12^th grade without ever putting on a wig again.

I was really lucky as everyone was really nice to me, and I never experienced any kind of bullying, but my confidence was tanking with age because no matter where I went, people used to stare. It’s not their fault but it does start to take a toll, you know? And even though I went through most of freshman at college year bald, I told my mom I couldn’t do this anymore. I wanted a new look, I wanted to feel feminine and glamourous and that I was ready to give the wig another shot. And that’s when she booked me for an appointment at SHEVY’s.

I remember that I was so nervous to go in, but really excited at the same time. We went to Brooklyn together and we walked in and there were all these wigs everywhere. Sylvie was the stylist who helped me picked my first wig, and it was such a fun process because I got to try on all of these different wigs and see what I looked like with different kinds of styles, cuts and colors! I loved how honest Sylvie was, because she would tell me if something wasn’t for me. Ultimately, we found a color and cut that I liked, and it has actually changed my life. My general confidence has skyrocketed since.

I’M SO CURIOUS, WHAT DID YOU END UP PICKING FOR YOUR FIRST SHEVY?

Of course, since I never had any hair, I wanted my wig to be as long as it could possibly be! But my mom pointed out that having super long hair is a lot of work, and I would actually need to learn to look after it because I didn’t know how to. So, my original SHEVY was a beautiful deep brown wig that came down past my shoulders. The girls at the salon added some blonde highlights to it to give it more depth and dimension, as well as trendier edge. I still remember wearing it out of the salon, I guess I must have looked a little scared because my mom said, “Why are you holding your head like that? It’s not going to fall off, just relax!”

I’ve gone back and bought two more SHEVYs since; a short blondish-brown one and this really cool dark brown one with violet undertones and bangs that cut right across the forehead. It’s become my favorite because it makes me feel like that girl from Pulp Fiction and I always get so many compliments on it. My dad laughs and says that I don’t really use wigs to hide or cover up, but instead use them like accessories, which is so true!

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE HARDEST PART ABOUT LIVING WITH ALOPECIA?

I think the hardest part about living with alopecia is probably accepting yourself and realizing that, at the moment, there isn't a cure. You have to find that confidence within you to just accept it for what it is; understanding that it doesn't make you less beautiful or less accomplished. It’s important to focus on that fact that you can still live a healthy, normal and healthy life without hair. I remember when I was younger, I was so convinced that I wasn’t able to get married, or that I couldn’t do everything I wanted, or that people wouldn’t want to be friends with me…but then I realized that this was just the fear talking and that none of it was true.

The world is full of good people. And sure, the staring and point is hard, but the working on the stuff within is essential to being able to push past everything, and remain confident. You have to say to yourself, “This is me, and I'm still going to do the things I want to do, and I won’t let this hold me back.” To me, it’s what’s within that matter most, because at the end of the day, I'm with me for the rest of my life. So, I should love me, because I'm not going anywhere.

DO YOU PREFER IF PEOPLE ASK YOU ABOUT YOUR BALDNESS UPFRONT? OR WOULD YOU RATHER THEY KEEP THEIR QUESTIONS TO THEMSELVES?

I prefer it when people ask me about it, because otherwise they are probably wondering if I have cancer, or even asking others about it. And when they don’t know, is when they look and stare. I know they don’t do that out of malice, just pure curiosity, but I like when they ask about it outright because then I have the opportunity to tell them about alopecia because there simply isn’t enough awareness around the disease.

I remember when I was younger, that people used to come up to me all the time and say, “Oh my gosh, sweetie, we are praying for you,” and I would always say, “Thank you for your prayers, but I’m not sick, nor am I battling cancer. I just have alopecia, that’s all.”

THIS IS A SLIGHTLY PERSONAL QUESTION, I HOPE YOU DON’T MIND ME ASKING BUT IT’S ABOUT DATING, WHICH IS CHALLENGING ENOUGH AS IS, BUT HOW DO YOU NAVIGATE THAT WITH ALOPECIA?

I personally don’t enjoy dating but, with alopecia, the good thing is that you get to weed out the shallow people pretty much right away. Because if I meet somebody, and I really hit it off with them, and then tell them, “Hey, I just want you to know I wear a wig because I have alopecia,” and that deters them, then I always say I’ve dodged a bullet. You can’t change people’s preferences, nor can you change what they do or don’t like. But if they place that much energy on the way I look, then if it wasn’t the fact that I didn’t have hair, then they would probably have found something else about me that would have bothered them. It’s always nerve-racking having to tell someone you think you really have a future with about it, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised a lot of times with how awesome people are, and how little it bothers them.

I KNOW YOU STARTED YOUR JOURNEY AT A VERY YOUNG AGE, DUE TO WHICH YOU’VE HAD TO BUILT YOUR IDENTITY WITH ALOPECIA IN YOUR LIFE. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR SOMEONE WHO’S JUST STARTING OUT ON THEIR ALOPECIA JOURNEY?

I think it’s important to know this is not the end of your life, or the end of the world even though it might feel like it. I’m sure it probably feels scary and sad; go ahead, mourn the loss of your hair which might feel like you are saying goodbye to your femininity and beauty. But things will be okay, and you will rediscover yourself. It’s ok to be sad, but you need to be proud of yourself because you’re dealing with something that not a lot of people deal with.

There are days where I wish I had long luscious hair like everyone else, but then there are also those where I feel really beautiful, even without a wig on. Alopecia has built a lot of my personality, and it’s made me stronger than I would have been without it. You can do this, and you will get through this, I promise.

ONE LAST QUESTION, WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU?

Well, I’m currently studying psychology and business and I’ve got one more year of college to go. I’m on the Pre-Law track so I’m currently studying for my LSAT which I’m taking in September because I’m hoping to go to law school next fall!