mardi 6 août 2013

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 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.



Among the Muslim community the style adopted was a cap. It is not a requirement for Muslims to have the cloth wrapped on their heads at all times. This means that their designs are not as elaborate or advanced as one would expect. Some have adopted a sphere or a con depending on their religious community.



Taliban men have different styles depending on their region of origin. This demands cloths of different sizes and lengths. It is common to see a combination of two colors that are twisted and then wrapped around the head. Their turbans are multi-colored though some of their leaders use a plain white or black turban. Other areas have replaced turbans with hats.



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.



India has an old tradition when it comes to the use of turbans. This cloth has acquired more meanings including a social status symbol and an identifier of profession, religion and caste. One is allowed to decorate the turban using beads. The resulting appearance is stylish and expensive, raising the profile of the wearer. A fancy headgear indicates a wealthy man or woman.



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.



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.



The design used in tying a turban will largely influence the type and length of the cloth. Fashion designers have incorporated variations to spice up the tradition. These designs are displayed online where DIY videos have also been attached. Once you get the basic, you can add your own twist.









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