Sunday, 4 August 2013

Many Different Fashion Turban Choices

By Cathy Mercer


Throughout the course of human history, there have been many reasons for which people have chosen to wear hats and other types of head coverings. Some cultures use them for religious beliefs, others because of tradition, or status, protection and the ever popular, style. Women all over the world are now seeing the beauty in fashion turban designs and find them as attractive as they are functional.

Most women choose their head covering to either serve a specific purpose or to accentuate a particular outfit. Since they can be made from a wide variety of fabrics and in many different designs, turbans are often a top choice. A big part of their appeal lies in their flexibility in look and practicality.

There are quite a few different fashionable ways one can use a scarf to make the various styles of wrap. Most techniques begin with an extra long rectangular, triangular or squared scarf. The fabric is completely up to the user, through light, soft materials such as silk, linen, nylon and cotton are both comfortable and easy to work with.

Through the use of specific folds, twists and knots, there are literally hundreds of different stylish ways to wrap one's head. One of the simplest forms of turban is to make the scarf into a triangle and begin by placing the center of the flat side just above one's eyebrows with the point going over towards the back. Twist the two extended ends into ropes and tie them in the rear with the loose tip tucked under the knot in a classic bandanna style.

When folded into a long rectangle of approximately three inches wide, there are several options to be had. A more updated version of the traditional style turban can be achieved through a few well placed wraps, knots, twists, tucks and stretches. A couple of windings in opposite directions can provide a rather unique type of headband.

All the intricate finger work that is required to make the traditional styles of turbans may not be easy for some people to do. Those who prefer, have the option of buying caps that are sewn to look like the complicated folding styles formally used. These ready made caps are designed to stretch easily over the wearer's head and fit as snugly as if professionally wound.

As these types of caps come in a vast range of styles, there is sure to be something to fit the preferences of practically everyone. Many are designed to look just like a professionally wrapped scarf with the added bonus of being stretchable so that they can be easily pulled onto one's head. The models will vary greatly so that there is a wide variety from which users may choose.

Regardless of whether one prefers to do the wrapping themselves or to purchase a designer made cap, there are many fashion turban options to consider. Finding a fabric and pattern that suits one's personal preference is a good place to begin when deciding what style to wear. The headdresses may be further personalized through the addition of embellishments like rosettes, bows, jewels and ribbons.




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