Get the latest news all over the world in just one place. Be it entertainment, music, movies, it's all here!

Basics To Know On Head Turbans

By Cathy Mercer


Head turbans is the name used to describe a certain kind of headwear. These pieces might also be referred to as bulle or dastar, depending on location. This is worn in many cultures and regions around the world. The turban is generally made from a piece of cloth that has been wrapped around the head. Women and men wear these pieces, although it is most common for males, especially in Jamaica, Afghanistan, India, North Africa and the Middle East. In both Nepal and Pakistan, such wraps are known as Pagri, a word that directly translates to headdress.

Those who identify with the Sikhs people, and come from the regions of Punjab, are known to wear dastars for religious purposes. Similarly, Akurinu people are known to wear the wraps as a form of religious observance. These people are part of a Christian denomination based out of the land of Kenya.

Wraps of this kind have been worn for hundreds and hundreds of years. Even the Byzantine Army of soldiers wore a certain style of turban. It was then known as phakeolis. In modern times, these have become a popular accessory in fashion, particularly among females. However, this new trend may be regarded as offensive to some people who choose to wear the headpieces for a special purpose of meaning.

The contemporary versions of these pieces come in numerous colors, sizes and shapes. Wearers who are Middle Eastern South Asian, Sikh, and Central Asian tend to rewrap these with every new use. Typically the turbans are made of a long strip of fabric, but usually this cloth is not more than five meters in length. The South Asian styles are usually elaborate and maybe be permanently shaped or sewn to the foundation.

When it comes to the size, these pieces may be small or large. Typically it is dependent on the culture, religion or region of the wearer. In the Western societies, a lot of women have started wearing these. Usually they are sewn to a foundation to make for easier removal and application. Women in some areas of Africa or West Indies wear scarves that are wound intricately around the head. These are called head wraps, turbans or simply scarves.

The Kurdish refer to these pieces as Jamadani. These will be worn differently based on the style of the locals. Most wraps feature a piece of cloth that is tied around a conical hat. There are usually tassels bordering the cloth that fall down on the face. Many people wear these wraps in Pakistan. This is especially true in rural areas. The style and color will depend on the location, but most Pakistanis wear white and crestless types.

This headwear is known as national dress in Afghanistan. There is no other place in the Muslim world where these are more popular. In the southeastern area, these are big and worn loosely. Kabul turbans are the opposite: tight and small. Wraps can be used as water carriers, seating, animal ties, wraps for cold places and more. Greeks calls these sariki, and many older men, or those in remote places wear these head pieces.

Head turbans are wraps that have been worn around the world for years. Both men and women wear the pieces. Turbans vary in color, wrapping style, shape, size and purpose.




About the Author:



  © Blogger template 'Ultimatum' by Ourblogtemplates.com 2008

Back to TOP