Sunday 16 June 2013

Yellow Turbans And Their Colorful History And Uses

By Margarita Joseph


It is normal for a lot of individuals who experiment on many fashion accessories that they can find although some of them can be old fashioned. You can cite a few examples and one of which are head pieces. They are popularly known as yellow turbans and they have existed for many years and used by many kinds kind of people.

Those people who know a lot about fashion has stated that they are pieces that were liked many years before. It also has the ability to create a more distinct and unique look for its wearer. However, there can be a slight different between its use before and as of to this date.

It is best to know something about its history so that you can fully appreciate these pieces. For those who do not know, the first turban was worn in an Asian country. One was quite helpful for those people who were living in hot places and in desserts as well. Furthermore, many of them wear such piece because it is an important part of their religion.

It is typically worn so that the forehead will be the only part that is going to be exposed. This allows the wearer to bow down his or her head while they pray. They are pretty much available in several colors, shapes, designs and fabrics. The things mentioned may differ due to some factors.

These things include the occasion, religion, education and class. A good example is a pink turban that is worn by a woman. The color stands for spring as well as renewal. As a result, it is often used in a lot of wedding ceremonies on the Northern part of India. Meanwhile, black and white are worn by those with high education.

Records in history can claim that the accessories started to be popular in the middle of the 18th and 19th century. By that time, there were many traders from India who traveled to the West. Marie Antoinette was the one responsible for starting the trend of having a turban in both France and in England.

After a few years if enjoying its fame, the turban lost its spark and became unpopular. However, its revival was born due to the efforts made by well known designer, Paul Poiret. He made it look better and wearable by everyone. Once he made the changes, the turban eventually turned out to be a must have piece.

Additionally, a lot of people wore them as they attended elite and socialite parties. Actresses also took advantage of them as they shot their movies. There is no doubt that the transition of such item has really sky rocketed from the past. It is indeed the all time favorite of a lot of women around the world.

There is no doubt that these yellow turbans are still going to sell like hotcakes even if time will pass. There are a wide variety of designs that women of today can select from. Aside from that, they may also try out different ways when it comes to tying them around their heads. Furthermore, there are also ones that have been innovated.




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