By Mara Boone


Turbans are worn all around the world, from parts of Asia, to Africa and the Middle East. Turbans are typically long pieces of cloth, wound around the hair. They are generally worn by men, but women in all parts of the world wear this type of head covering as well. The orange turban is the most popular of colors, although there are many different colors available for wear.

There are a multitude of reasons people wear turbans. Some wear them for religious or cultural reasons, while others just want to be fashionable. It is very common for people of the Sikh faith to wear this type of head-wear. Various colors have different meanings; however, the reason a Sikh chooses to wear a specific turban color is usually personal choice.

People of the Sikh faith must follow a specific code of conduct. Sikhs are never to cut their hair, as this honors their creator. In order to maintain clean and untangled hair, Sikhs wear turbans. Male Sikhs must wear a turban; however, female members may instead use a traditional headscarf. There is nothing in the religion that dictates a certain color has to be worn, and Sikhs may choose any color of their liking.

Turbans are generally only removed at bath and bedtime. When removed, it is done so carefully so that it does not touch the floor. It is then cleaned and folded neatly to prepare it for the next use. The daily routine of a Sikh includes the keeping the hair neat and clean (either rinsing the hair with water or shampooing it). Many Sikhs wash their hair before morning meditation.

Both men and women may choose to coordinate their hair coverings with whatever they are wearing for that day. For women, headscarves may be a single solid color or have several different colors. Many are embellished with embroidered decor.

While there is no rule that Sikhs must have a solid color of head-wear, most do choose the same color on a daily basis out of ease and personal preference. Blue and black are common colors as they are easier to match with daily wear.

Sikhs who are more traditional may prefer to wear colors that have cultural significance. Older generations, as well as those who have been brought up in a traditional manner often wear these significant colors. What these colors signify can vary.

The color orange is representative of wisdom and courage, and royal blue is usually worn by those who are learned in the Sikh religion. Orange and blue are traditional colors of the Sikh religion. Some Sikhs generally wear only these two colors for their turbans and clothes. Red is commonly worn at weddings and other celebratory events. Two other commonly worn colors are white, which represents purity, and black, representing humility.

The orange turban is perhaps the most common of all colors because this color signifies both courage and knowledge. These are two very special qualities among those practicing Sikhism. For this reason, the color orange is quite common in the wardrobe of many Sikh men and women.




About the Author:



0 comments

Web site development, PHP programming's Fan Box