Turban: what is it and how to wear it?

Among all headdresses, those that are part of some national costume stand out. Turban just belongs to the list of such.

A turban is a headdress made from a very long rectangular piece of fabric. In order to get a turban, this piece of matter must be very tightly and consistently wrapped around the head. The turban has an oblique lower edge, which distinguishes it from a turban. But this is not the only difference.

The turban can be worn by both women and men... In addition, it is much larger than a turban. So, for the manufacture of some of them, more than 20 meters of fabric will be required, while only 3-4 meters of fabric will be enough for a turban. In addition, only the most expensive raw materials are used to create a turban, for example, velvet or brocade, and pearls and brooches are used to decorate it.

The turban is traditionally a man's headdress. It is popular with Indian, Arabian, Asian, African men. However, over time, women also began to wear it. The turban perfectly complements many images, so it can be worn not only by those who profess Islam.

Modern women are different from their predecessors. They don't want to waste their time wrapping cloth around their heads for a long time. Therefore, fashion designers have come up with a turban hat for them. In its shape, it completely repeats the usual turban. but if necessary, it can be easily removed or quickly put on.

Its varieties should include bandage, which repeats only the lower part of the given headdress. Its main difference is that it does not completely cover the entire head. This bandage can be worn with any clothing.It can be the outer elements of the wardrobe, and an elegant dress, and a formal suit. With the help of a turban-hat, you can perfectly emphasize your sophistication.

The first mention of this headdress dates back to the 7th century. Muslims wore a turban because the prophet Muhammad so bequeathed. Looking at a person who professes Islam (by the way his turban looks), it was already possible to determine his status, because the larger it is, the more money the man who wears it has. Another interesting fact: in some cases, when a person was dying, a turban was used to wrap the body of the deceased with it.

Many believe that Hindus should wear a turban. However, this judgment is completely wrong. In India, as in other countries, not everyone wore it and are wearing it. First of all, they are really Muslims. Moreover, they were supposed to belong only to the upper class. Also, the man had to have a mustache, beard, and long hair.

The role and color of this headdress played a role. White turban intended only for members of the namdhari caste. Pink hats worn only for a wedding. Turban black color worn only by Indian warriors. Multicolored headdress intended for daily use.

The largest turban in the 15th century could only be worn by the sultan... Its height was equal to 70-80 centimeters. If a person wore a turban, the height of which did not correspond to his status, then he was beaten with sticks.

The turban can be either male or female. In part, both its size and its shape depend on this. So, for girls and women, they create stylish headdresses in the form of a bandage. with a nicely done stylized overlap.

Indian and African headdresses, as a rule, are sewn from variegated cotton fabrics, while the Arab ones are from plain ones. Today the turban is quite popular in Europe as well. That's why many designers pay attention to it, including in their collections. Of course, modern hats are not as bulky and heavy as they used to be - they are lighter, brighter and more attractive. Some models can even be used to create a beach look.

This interesting headdress is made from a variety of materials. As a rule, the fabric is selected depending on the season or event for which the turban is sewn.

There are several options for making such hats.

• The silk turban is especially graceful.... This material allows the skin to breathe.

• No less attractive are viscose or satin hats... The smooth, shimmery fabric immediately catches the eye. In addition, both materials are durable and breathable.

• Heavy velvet turban looks luxurious, no doubt about that. However, putting on such a headdress, a person should know that this material does not tolerate competition. Therefore, the rest of the clothing must be simple and comfortable.

• A turban made of linen or cotton is quite soft and pleasant to the touch, because these materials can easily take the desired shape. In addition, such a headdress looks very democratic.

• Warm jerseys can be worn on cold winter days.

A do-it-yourself turban hat looks especially beautiful. It's easy to put on and just as easy to take off. Moreover, such a headdress retains heat well, because it fits very tightly to the head.

You can knit a warm turban both woolen and cotton threads... However, it will be better if you add a little acrylic to them. In this case, the turban will be more elastic and will be able to keep its shape for a long time.

There are several knitting options that will help make the hat more beautiful. A headdress with an elastic band made according to the technology of English knitting is considered ideal. Such a turban is decorated with knitted braids or a pearl pattern.

But original knitting is far from the only way to make a turban more stylish and extraordinary. For this purpose, you can use almost any decorative little things. A turban can be supplemented with an elegant white or blue brooch, sewn on it with several beads or large rhinestones.

To create a strict and simple look, you can place a beautiful stone or a regular feather in the center of the turban. Another decoration option is a tourniquet made of contrasting threads. A fine veil is suitable for creating a mysterious retro look.

There are several ways to wind a turban without ruining your hair. Even an ordinary scarf or shawl, which always remain in trend, is suitable for this.

For girls with rather long hair, this method of tying is best suited such as interlacing the hair with a scarf. First you need to divide the curls into two parts, and twist the scarf, making a tourniquet. Then it must be transferred to the neck, and then twist its ends with separated hair. Ultimately, the ends need to be crossed over the forehead and then pulled back. After that, everything must be secured with a thin elastic band and fixed under a turban.

There is another option. To implement it, it is necessary to twist two scarves together into a tight bundle. Further, it is worth repeating everything as in the previous example. In this case, the turban will turn out to be more voluminous. If desired, it can be additionally fixed with some kind of decoration.

You can also make a turban from a scarf, which has a triangular shape. To do this, it must be positioned so that the ends are at the bottom. Then you need to tilt your head forward and wrap it crosswise with a scarf. After that, its ends must be tied at the back, and then tucked under the turban.

Very quickly and easily you can make such a headdress from a scarf made of either chiffon or silk. To do this, the middle of the scarf must be placed directly on the back of the head, and its ends must be connected on the forehead and twisted several times. The fabric that remains should be wound around the head, and the ends should be hidden under the resulting turban. If this is not enough, then you can additionally secure the turban with hairpins or invisible hairpins.

The turban can be combined with almost any clothing. The choice is really big. But, thinking over the image, you still need to be careful, because a turban is a very striking detail that attracts attention.

The combination rules are pretty simple. First of all, brightly colored headdresses with prints are best combined with solid-colored outfits. If the image is bright, then it is better to choose a turban of one tone. A harmonious color combination is also worth considering. Do not combine too many shades in one look.

The turban can be safely worn during the hot season. In many countries it is worn not only because of religion, but also because it saves from the scorching sun. Therefore, such a headdress perfect for a summer dress and a beach outfit.

In winter, this detail can be combined with a coat or fur coat. For this, it is worth using a headdress made of a denser fabric. In this case, the turban, on the contrary, protects the person from the cold.

Extravagant ladies can wear a similar headdress with luxurious evening dresses, tunics, and even national costumes. A luxurious silk or even satin turban is suitable for creating a bright look. Such a headdress is just the best to complement with graceful ornaments. It also helps to further fix it on the head.

In order to make it easier to create your own image with such an extraordinary headdress, it is worth looking at a few striking examples.

The first example is a completely black look. A dark summer jumpsuit is harmoniously complemented by a massive bag and graceful pumps. The black turban also adds originality alongside. Dark sunglasses complete the picture. In this way, the girl can feel comfortable in any situation.

The second outfit is more delicate. The basis is a black dress with long sleeves and a high neck. Light blue details make this bow less gloomy: a turban, graceful gloves and a coat. It all looks very impressive.

For romantic girls and women, you can create an image in different shades of pink. Such a bow perfectly cheers up all passers-by on cold autumn days. A light pink coat goes well with gloves and a turban of deeper shades. Makeup in similar colors perfectly complements such a delicate look.

Another option is accessories in pink in contrast with a pale blue coat. This option looks no less feminine and beautiful.

Summing up, we can say that a turban is an original headdress that many people like now. And if earlier only Muslims could wear it, now it is the ideal thing for any modern girl or stylish guy.