Many used to associate turbans with African or Muslim culture and they were mostly worn by men. However in the 20th Century, a new type of headwear came out that was inspired by other cultures. For many, the fashion turban was a classic style that was also a lifesaver of sorts when it came to maintaining hair around the 1960s.
Though not worn as frequently by men outside of certain parts of Africa, women in the States and other places in the world have found a multitude of uses for this style of headdress and this is more than a trend. Back in the 1960s, these were made of a synthetic material like polyester or cotton blend that automatically slid on top of the head. Sometimes there was a rhinestone or brooch in front when wearing for formal occasions.
Other fashion turbans were designed for other uses besides elegant occasions. These also did not need to be wrapped and one size fit most since the material was stretchy. This was great for those who have limited time to spend on hair as more women worked outside the home or wanted a break from styling.
Turbans were also practical for maintaining hairstyles. Instead of the sleep caps that offered little support without the additional use of pins and other metal objects that could easily disturb a peaceful night sleep, the elastic fabric was great for holding rollers and pins in place. Even the hardest sleeper would wake up to find their hairdo intact.
As the years passed, permanent hairstyles that did not require roller setting became popular. The few women that still rolled or pin curled their hair at night may have still used the turban but these were becoming harder to find. However, things were about the change for the better.
Small time designers that worked independently would create a hat that would somewhat resemble the turban. It was unofficially called the donut because of the round shape and hollowed out top. This unusual head gear began to have a cult following over time as they found these hats to be rather quirky.
However, the donut was not practical for wearing to the office as the days of wearing hats inside was a thing of the past. These donut style hats sometimes only looked great with certain outfits. So they could mostly be seen inside clubs, fashion shows and maybe churches that had a liberal dress code.
This was not of much help to women that found themselves extremely busy with household obligations that may have included a full time job or school. Hair issues were temporarily a thing of the past as a new donut would come along. This was slightly thinner, came in braided styles and was designed to be worn with most active wear as it was made of the same jersey fabric.
In the new century, fashions for men and women tend to include bits and pieces from previous decades. Since the beginning of the new millennium, some people pride themselves on wearing three to four decades of fashion as part of one outfit. Along with poodle skirts and mock turtlenecks, the fashion turban has returned and designers are making them better than ever.
Though not worn as frequently by men outside of certain parts of Africa, women in the States and other places in the world have found a multitude of uses for this style of headdress and this is more than a trend. Back in the 1960s, these were made of a synthetic material like polyester or cotton blend that automatically slid on top of the head. Sometimes there was a rhinestone or brooch in front when wearing for formal occasions.
Other fashion turbans were designed for other uses besides elegant occasions. These also did not need to be wrapped and one size fit most since the material was stretchy. This was great for those who have limited time to spend on hair as more women worked outside the home or wanted a break from styling.
Turbans were also practical for maintaining hairstyles. Instead of the sleep caps that offered little support without the additional use of pins and other metal objects that could easily disturb a peaceful night sleep, the elastic fabric was great for holding rollers and pins in place. Even the hardest sleeper would wake up to find their hairdo intact.
As the years passed, permanent hairstyles that did not require roller setting became popular. The few women that still rolled or pin curled their hair at night may have still used the turban but these were becoming harder to find. However, things were about the change for the better.
Small time designers that worked independently would create a hat that would somewhat resemble the turban. It was unofficially called the donut because of the round shape and hollowed out top. This unusual head gear began to have a cult following over time as they found these hats to be rather quirky.
However, the donut was not practical for wearing to the office as the days of wearing hats inside was a thing of the past. These donut style hats sometimes only looked great with certain outfits. So they could mostly be seen inside clubs, fashion shows and maybe churches that had a liberal dress code.
This was not of much help to women that found themselves extremely busy with household obligations that may have included a full time job or school. Hair issues were temporarily a thing of the past as a new donut would come along. This was slightly thinner, came in braided styles and was designed to be worn with most active wear as it was made of the same jersey fabric.
In the new century, fashions for men and women tend to include bits and pieces from previous decades. Since the beginning of the new millennium, some people pride themselves on wearing three to four decades of fashion as part of one outfit. Along with poodle skirts and mock turtlenecks, the fashion turban has returned and designers are making them better than ever.
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