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All through the recorded history of fashion, women have had always had some form of head wear trending. The addition of this accessory to an outfit can take it from making a good impression to being truly remarkable. Whether she prefers a yellow sunhat, a blue pillbox or a purple turban, a woman's choice of covering should serve its purpose while suiting her personality.

Turbans are among the most easily adaptable styles of head covering around. The description covers a large variety of designs with multiple variations of each. Though once associated exclusively with some cultures and religious groups of the Eastern world, it has now become a popular fashion choice.

By original description, the turban is a headpiece formed by wrapping several layers of a long piece of fabric around the head in a fashion that fits snugly and covers the hair completely. The modern definition is much more generic and means virtually anything that has a resemblance to the traditional idea. Some styles are still fashioned by scarves though others are fabricated as a type of hat.

Those purchased ready made are snug fitting caps that look as if they have been wound in place and can vary in appearance depending on fabric choice and embellishments. Some are clearly meant to be worn in public and to make a statement, while others are intended for more practical applications. One such style is the terry cloth turban that dries the hair while the wearer continues doing other things.

Creating a personalized design begins with finding the perfect scarf in one's favorite fabric or print that is long enough to go around the head at least twice. Folding it into a three inch strip lengthwise or rolling it into a rope is the first step for many styles. Placing the center at the nape of the neck, wrapping around to the front, crossing the ends and reversing direction to tie in the rear will result in a beautiful headband.

Pleating the scarf will be the starting point to creating a design that gives the illusion of a complicated wrap. Starting behind the head, bring the ends to the front and tie them one time before returning to the nape and forming a formal knot and tucking the ends in the band. Complete the look by gently and loosely spreading the folds until the entire crown is covered, and use pins or clips to hold in place.

Another widely used design for scarves is to fold the fabric into a triangle and utilize it as a bandanna. Though very simple in its concept, it can be easily adapted depending on whether the ends are tied in a knot or a bow, and whether it is placed in the front, back or on the side of the head. Adding personal touches such as brooches, flowered bobby pins or rhinestones can also give the piece a whole new appeal.

Those who enjoy being able to design their own head coverings have lots of options with scarf tying. Any who prefer to purchase ready made caps are graced with still more alternative styles. A purple turban can serve as a practical covering to keep one's head warm or as an elegant topping to the perfect outfit.