I found myself having to use the Adult Costume Wig when I awoke one morning in a European hostel and my head was shaved.  Normally I would not mind but since I was leaving on a Russian tanker (tickets sold for passenger on Tankers and Passenger Ships) it would be offensive to have a bald head.  Some of the tough sailors would take it as an offense so I steered clear and bought this at a costume shop.  Suffice it to say it was not a pleasant experience.  I awoke with fleas, lice and ticks.