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Variations When Tying A Turban

By Cathy Mercer


Inspiration for the design used in tying a turban depends on your needs and background. Similar factors will be considered when one is selecting the color, accessories to add and the size of cloth. The basics of tying turbans are maintained despite the inclusion of some fashion elements. There is a religious or cultural perspective to these basics.

Sikhs are said to have defined the art of tying turbans through religious principles. Turbans then spread to other communities and cultures, each giving the cloth a different meaning and purpose. Religion defines how the Sikh should have the cloth wrapped on the head. It is tradition to teach the children how to tie turbans at an early age. The original design was to ensure that the ear lobes and the hair were completely covered.

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.

The styles adopted by Taliban men vary depending on the part of the country they come from. The turbans come in different lengths and sizes. The colors are different as well with a predominantly multicolored colored cloth. Another style involves the combination of two pieces of cloths in one design. It is common to see religious leaders using a plain black cloth. Hats have replaced turbans in some areas.

History has it that Iran gifted this attire the name turban. Its design is different in a way and offers freedom to the wearer to determine how many times it should be wrapped on the head. The common colors are a plain black or white cloth. The length depends on how many times you wish to wrap it around the head.

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.

Kaffiyeh is common in the Middle East in such countries as Saudi Arabia, Arab Persian Gulf and Jordan. It has struggled to fit within the strict meaning of turbans because of the way it is tied. It is rectangular and tied in a diagonal manner instead of wrapping it on the head. This design was popularized by Yasser Arafat.

Desert populations use turbans to protect their faces from the sun and prevent dust from getting to their eyes. This is a functional rather than a religious use. It also serves as a symbol of identity meaning that each community has a unique style.

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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