Why People Wear Head Turbans

By Jennie Sandoval


Head turbans can be seen all over the world and worn by people that vary in age, race, religion, and location. Here is a quick overview of different types of turbans that people are wearing, and what they mean.

The Sikhs are known for their turbans. It is a part of their religion, which sees body hair as a gift from God and should stay in the natural unaltered state. In order for this to be done, they wear these which are put on daily. The women may wear a headscarf and/or a turban as well. These will vary in length and styles depending on the occasion. There are also different lightweight fabrics that are used.

There are Muslim elders that have these as part of their attire. They have these go around the kalansuwa, but are not as common today as they have been in the past. The Afghans also wear these, but how one wears it depends on who they are. For example, there are some that combine 2 scarves with one of them hung over the shoulder, while another may only wear one that is tied above the forehead, and another may only be wearing the Afghan hat. These may also be all different colors as well.

Heading over to Central Asia, there are the Indians. These head coverings symbolize caste, wealth, profession, and even religious affiliation. For those that have money, they decorate them and show off their wealth and status a bit more. This type of style is also in Turkey.

While religion has been a major reason for wearing them, it has also been a tradition and necessity for others. Take for instance those that live in the desert in parts of Africa. They wear these in order to keep the sand from getting in their faces. But they can also be used to disguise themselves as well as show which tribe they are affiliated with.

Back over in the western world, these wrappings are used for an entirely different reason. Unfortunately there are many women that suffer from various forms of cancer each year, and one of the side effects is the loss of hair. Some find that wearing a wig or a hat is the way to temporarily cover it up, while others go for the scarves. It really depends on what feels right and most comfortable.

Then there are those that wear them to make a fashion statement. It is a trend that has come and gone a few times already, and it seems to be back once again. Some of the Hollywood stars are pulling it off, and many others are trying to follow. With so many different ways to wear these, it seems that everyone can find a style that seems right for them. This can be a great way to make a new statement and spice up the old clothes in the closet. It can be worn throughout the year, which is also a plus.

Head turbans have been around for centuries and are seen in various cultures from around the world. While some wear it for religious reasons, others wear it for personal reasons. They all say something different and are unique from one another, but can all be in important in their own way.




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