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Differences In Tying A Turban

By Cathy Mercer


The design used in tying a turban depends on the taste of the wearer and the culture or community that has inspired the style. Such factors will determine other features like size, color and if other accessories will be added for accompaniment. Fashion designers have infiltrated the industry and added a twist to the traditional designs. This has seen a complete departure from tradition without losing the essence.

Sikhs introduced turbans with a pointed peak at the front. This style has been in use for centuries but has been modified as it spread across continents. There is a religious attachment to the art of wrapping turbans. Young children will be taught from tender age as part of religious rites. The Sikhs required religious adherents to completely cover their hair including the ear lobes.

Muslims in various parts of the world have adopted a different style depending on their location. It is not one of the religious requirements. This has meant that their style has not grown to become significantly unique. Some areas have leaned towards spheres while others adopted a cone shape. There is a lot of cultural influence from one area to the other.

Taliban men adopt different styles depending on the area they come from. This means that the length and size of the cloth will be different as well. They are credited with introducing multiple colors as well as a combination of two cloths. They are intertwined, creating a unique design. Some men and religious leaders in the area use a plain black cloth. Since it is not a requirement, a hat is occasionally used to replace turbans.

The word turban traces its roots to Iran. Their design is a black or white cloth that is wrapped in circular motions around the head. This results in a flat top. The design is referred as dulband in another language. This style allows you to wrap it several times thus changing the shape. The size of the cloth will consequently vary.

Turbans are a symbol of class, caste, profession and religious community in India. This has lead to the emergence of different styles and colors, all of which are elaborate. It has been spiced up by incorporation of bead work to make it appear classy and expensive. Turbans also signify financial status.

The design of the Kaffiyeh is distinct and might not perfectly fit among turbans. It is folded diagonally and is rectangular in shape. Yasser Arafat is the most prominent figure to have popularized the design. It has since spread to Saudi Arabia, Arab Persian Gulf as well as Jordan. There have emerged slight variations in the process.

Designs adopted by desert communities are functional rather than aesthetic. Their aim is to block dust from entering into the eyes and protect the face from the scorching sun. Different communities will be identified by their styles with various colors having distinct meanings.

Tying a turban is both an art and a traditional or religious ritual. The type, length, color and design can be spiced up with an individual taste once the basics have been observed. The internet has DIY videos to guide you through a number of styles.




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