Elle by Jon Renau

Elle by Jon Renau — SmartLace Synthetic Wig

Overview

Elle by Jon Renau is a chic, sleek long bob that masterfully balances modern style with everyday wearability. Part of Jon Renau's premium SmartLace Collection, Elle features a lace front and single monofilament top for a supremely natural appearance and multidirectional parting freedom — all within an open wefted cap design that prioritizes breathability and lightweight comfort above all else.

At 14 inches at the crown and 10 inches at the sides, Elle occupies the sweet spot between a classic bob and a longer style — long enough to create an elegant, fashion-forward silhouette, short enough at the nape to maintain a clean, contemporary finish. The result is a long bob that is as comfortable to wear all day as it is confident and polished to look at.

For wearers who want a sleek, natural-looking style with maximum airflow and minimum fuss, Elle is one of the most intelligently designed wigs in the Jon Renau SmartLace Collection.

The Open Wefted Cap: Breathability as a Design Priority

One of Elle's most distinctive and practically important features is its open wefted cap construction — a design choice that sets it apart from fully hand-tied or machine-back wigs in the SmartLace lineup.

In an open wefted cap, the hair is sewn onto thin, widely spaced weft tracks with open spaces between them rather than a solid cap base. This construction creates significantly more airflow between the cap and the scalp than a closed or densely constructed cap, producing a wearing experience that is noticeably cooler and more breathable — particularly during extended wear, in warm weather, or during physical activity.

Key Benefits of Elle's Open Wefted Cap:

Maximum Breathability — The open weft construction allows air to circulate freely between the cap and the scalp, reducing heat buildup and keeping the wearer comfortable throughout the day. For wearers who live in warm climates, experience hot flashes, or simply find traditional wig caps too warm, this breathability is a meaningful daily comfort advantage.

Lightweight Feel — Open wefted caps carry less material than solid or densely constructed caps, contributing directly to Elle's light 4 oz weight. This makes Elle one of the most comfortable long bob options in the SmartLace Collection for all-day wear.

Natural Scalp Ventilation — The airflow provided by the open weft helps manage moisture and perspiration at the scalp, keeping the wearing experience fresher and more comfortable over time.

Durability — Weft construction is inherently resilient and holds up well through regular washing and daily wear cycles, contributing to Elle's longevity as an everyday wig.

The open wefted cap is paired with a lace front and monofilament top at the most visible and realism-critical areas of the cap — creating a wig that prioritizes natural appearance where it matters most and maximum comfort everywhere else.

Cap Construction: SmartLace Lace Front and Monofilament Top

While the open wefted back provides breathability and comfort, Elle's front and crown construction delivers the realism and styling versatility that define the SmartLace Collection.

SmartLace Lace Front — Jon Renau's proprietary SmartLace lace panel creates a seamless, skin-blending hairline at the forehead that is virtually undetectable in natural light. The sheer lace eliminates any visible wig edge, giving Elle a natural hairline that looks and behaves like real hair — whether worn with a center part, side part, or swept away from the face. In a long bob where the hairline and front sections are the most prominent visual features of the style, the quality of the lace front directly determines how convincing the overall look is.

Single Monofilament Top — Each hair at the crown is individually hand-sewn onto a transparent monofilament base, allowing the hair to part naturally in multiple directions and creating a scalp-like appearance across the top of the wig. The monofilament top gives Elle its multidirectional parting capability — one of the style's most versatile and frequently appreciated features. Part left, part right, part center, or wear it with no defined part at all — the monofilament top accommodates every preference naturally and convincingly.

Together, the SmartLace lace front and monofilament top create a front and crown experience that matches the most premium wig constructions available, while the open wefted back keeps the overall wearing experience light, cool, and comfortable.

Style: The Long Bob — Chic, Sleek, and Universally Flattering

Elle's style is a long bob — known in fashion and styling circles as the "lob" — one of the most enduringly popular and universally flattering haircut silhouettes of the modern era. The lob has remained a dominant style precisely because it occupies the ideal middle ground: it has the elegance and coverage of longer hair with the cleanliness and manageability of a shorter cut.

Elle's specific proportions are carefully engineered for maximum flattery. At 7.5 inches at the bang, 14 inches at the crown, and 10 inches at the sides, the style creates a dynamic graduation that frames the face generously while maintaining a clean, controlled silhouette. The nape drops to 6.5 inches — shorter than the crown and sides — creating a subtle stacked effect at the back that gives the lob its distinctive shape and prevents the style from looking flat or shapeless from behind.

Chic and Sleek — Elle's styling is smooth and refined, with a straight, polished finish that reads as sophisticated and intentional. This is not a textured or tousled style — it is a clean, graphic lob that rewards good cap construction and quality fiber.

Multidirectional Parting — The monofilament top means Elle can be worn with a center part for a symmetrical, balanced look, a side part for a more casual or romantic feel, or a deep side part for a glamorous, dramatic effect. Each parting creates a distinctly different aesthetic from the same wig.

Off-the-Face Styling — The SmartLace lace front allows Elle to be styled away from the face — tucked behind the ears, swept to one side, or worn with a headband — without revealing a wig edge at the hairline.

Now Available in Catalina Blonde (101/88/27S8)

Elle has expanded its color palette with Catalina Blonde (101/88/27S8), the newest addition to Jon Renau's celebrated California Blonde Collection. This carefully crafted colorway brings a fresh, modern dimension to Elle's sleek lob silhouette:

• Cool, natural blonde tones with a refined, sun-kissed finish that reads as effortlessly modern
• Shaded roots that add dimensional depth and a realistic regrowth effect for a lived-in, natural appearance
• Bold money piece highlights concentrated at the front sections for a bright, face-framing pop of contrast that draws the eye and flatters the complexion

Catalina Blonde was designed to replicate the look of a premium salon balayage — the kind of dimensional, multi-tonal blonde that typically costs hundreds of dollars to achieve and maintain in a salon. In Elle, it arrives ready to wear.

Additional colors shown: S2-103/18RO, FS26/31, 1BRH30

Specifications

Cap Size Guide

Elle is available in an average cap size, designed to comfortably fit the majority of wearers. Jon Renau's average cap accommodates a head circumference of approximately 21.5 inches. Adjustable straps inside the cap allow for a personalized, secure fit within a comfortable range above and below that baseline.

To confirm your cap size, measure your head circumference with a soft tape measure at the natural hairline — across the forehead, around both sides, and at the nape. If you consistently find average caps too snug or too loose, Jon Renau offers petite and large cap sizing across many styles in the SmartLace Collection.

Who Is Elle For?

Elle is an outstanding choice for:

• Long bob lovers who want a sleek, chic lob with natural-looking SmartLace construction and genuine parting versatility
• Warm climate wearers who need maximum breathability in a wig and have found traditional cap constructions too hot for daily comfort
• Active lifestyle wearers for whom airflow and lightweight comfort are essential features in an everyday wig
• Cancer patients and chemotherapy wearers who benefit from the open wefted cap's breathability and the lace front and monofilament top's natural appearance during medical hair loss
• Women with alopecia or hair thinning who want a polished, natural-looking lob with full scalp coverage and flexible parting options
• Low-maintenance wearers who want a wash-and-wear synthetic lob that holds its sleek style without daily effort
• Fashion-forward wearers drawn to the enduring sophistication of the long bob in premium SmartLace construction and an expanding color palette including the exclusive California Blonde Collection

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the open wefted cap differ from a hand-tied cap? A hand-tied cap has individual hairs knotted onto a solid or mesh base throughout the entire cap, creating maximum softness and natural movement but less airflow. Elle's open wefted back uses sewn weft tracks with open spaces between them, allowing significantly more air circulation to the scalp. The lace front and monofilament top in Elle provide natural appearance and parting freedom at the most visible areas, while the open weft back prioritizes breathability and lightweight comfort.

Is Elle heat-styleable? No. Elle is made from standard synthetic fiber and is not compatible with flat irons, curling wands, or blow dryers. The sleek, straight lob style is permanently set into the fiber and self-restores after washing and air drying.

Does Elle work for wearers who experience hot flashes? Yes. Elle's open wefted cap construction is one of the most breathable cap designs available in the SmartLace Collection, making it a popular choice for wearers who experience hot flashes, live in warm climates, or are sensitive to heat buildup under a wig cap.

Is Elle appropriate for medical hair loss? Yes. The SmartLace lace front and monofilament top provide a natural-looking hairline and crown that are well-suited to wearers experiencing chemotherapy-related hair loss or alopecia. The open wefted cap's breathability is particularly beneficial for medical wearers who may have increased scalp sensitivity during treatment.

How do I maintain Elle's sleek straight style? Because Elle is synthetic, the straight style maintains itself through regular wear and washing. Wash with wig-safe shampoo in cool water, rinse thoroughly, and allow to air dry on a wig stand. The straight, sleek finish will restore itself as the wig dries without any additional styling required.

How long will Elle last? With proper care and regular but not daily wear, Elle typically lasts 4–6 months or longer. Gentle cool-water washing, air drying on a wig stand, and avoiding heat exposure will maximize its lifespan.