Wearing an arafatka is becoming increasingly popular. Initially, this accessory was used only in the East, but now it can be seen in many countries around the world. Depending on how you tie the arafatka, you can create an attractive image. It can be a headdress, a mask, a scarf.
Features of the accessory
The Arafatka is a traditional headdress of the Eastern countries. Initially, it was made only of natural fabrics: wool and cotton. This allowed the product to dry quickly, and the owner of the accessory to keep his head warm, protect it from dust and sun. Now high-quality synthetic fibers are added to the product. Arab sheikhs recognize only natural Arafatka. Traditionally, it was called:
- shemakh;
- shemagh;
- keffiyeh.
Until recently, the headdress was exclusively a national scarf, which was tied on a man's head with a ring. Later, fashion designers saw it as an excellent addition to the male and female urban style.
The product is called an arafatka in honor of Yasser Arafat, the Palestinian leader, who always wore it with any suit. At the end of the last century, the scarf was given another informal name - "Palestinian". Yasser Arafat laid it in such a way that the part of the arafatka located on his shoulder resembled the historical territory of Palestine in its outlines.
The characteristic features of the keffiyeh include:
- cotton composition;
- motley ornament;
- subtle matter.
British soldiers called a large scarf made of desert or dark colored cotton a "shemagh". They wore it to protect their head, face, and neck.
After Johnny Depp, playing the role of Jack Sparrow, emphasized his character's appearance with an oriental scarf, the Arafatka confidently entered the wardrobe of famous people.
Popular ways of tying
Depending on how you tie the arafatka, it will perform a certain function: protect from cold or heat, be a modern element of clothing. Everyone chooses the option of wearing it based on the overall image. Today, there are many ways to tie the arafatka.
On the head
Traditionally, the Arab scarf is worn on the head. It is used as a protective covering from heat and dust. There are different ways to tie the arafatka on the head, for example, the Barber or Turkish way. Most often, they are used by men. They wear such scarves when going out into nature. The order of tying:
- Fold the fabric into a triangle.
- Throw it over your head, leaving a straight section at the back.
- Twist the free end into a tourniquet and wrap it around your forehead and neck.
- Secure the twisted end on the opposite side.
- Do the same with the other end of the scarf.
Men's arafatki are tied using the "mask" method. This is a simple way to protect your mouth from dust, for example, while riding quad bikes. Procedure.
- First, you should give the scarf a triangular shape.
- Cover your head with it, the edges of the arafatka should hang down in front.
- Make the right tail of the product shorter than the left.
- Twist the short end of the headdress into a bundle and tuck the edge under the chin.
- Tie the left end around the mouth.
- Fold the edge over to the opposite side.
- Tie a knot at the back.
Men often wear a keffiyeh on their head with a ring. It looks like a twisted silk or wool cord. For weekdays, they use single-color dark rings. For an evening look, colored models are used. The order of tying an arafatka:
- Give the product a triangular shape.
- Place it on your head, with the ends hanging down along your face.
- Pull the hanging tails back.
- Place rings over the keffiyeh.
- Throw one end back, place the other end on top of it and throw it over the opposite shoulder.
- Tuck the corner that lies loosely in front under the collar.
To ensure that the rings hold the fabric better, it is recommended to pull the arafatka over the forehead.
The listed options for face protection are used during travel. This image is complemented by dark glasses.
On the neck
Before tying the arafatka around the neck in the following ways, it should be folded into a triangle:
- Tourniquet. You need to twist the scarf into a tourniquet. Leave a right angle. Wrap it around your neck twice. Tie the ends and hide them under the scarf.
- Extravagant. Place the prepared scarf on your chest. Put its edges behind your back, wrap them or tighten them. Tie the ends of the arafatka into a knot.
- Elegant. Put the prepared keffiyeh on your shoulders in the form of a regular scarf. Tie the loose ends in front using two knots.
Women often tie the product around their neck as a simple scarf. To do this, fold it lengthwise and wrap it around your neck. The free edges need to be threaded through the resulting loop. Depending on your preferences, the scarf can be worn on either side.
What to combine with
The variety of colors of the Arab scarf allows it to be used as a modern accessory in combination with different styles. This element is preferred by representatives of various subcultures.
The keffiyeh goes well with military and casual styles. The following look great with this accessory:
- leather goods;
- classic coats;
- jeans;
- classic trousers;
- T-shirts.
Men like to wear a keffiyeh with sneakers and a leather jacket. If desired, you can complete the look with a cap. Usually, a classic oriental scarf is worn with plain clothes.
If the representatives of the stronger sex are interested in how to wear an Arafatka, they should know that this element goes well with Arabic shoes.
Alternative use
The Arafatka has long been used by the military. It has gained the greatest popularity in hot, dry natural conditions. Soldiers tie the scarf to protect their faces from sand as follows:
- It is necessary to fold the keffiyeh into a triangle.
- Wrap your head.
- Make one end shorter than the other and tuck it under the chin.
- Tie the long end around the mouth.
- Throw the end back.
- Tie a knot.
In addition to its direct purpose, the following alternative uses of the arafatka are widely used in the army:
- umbrella;
- scarf;
- face camouflage;
- foot wraps;
- towel;
- carrying bag;
- short rope.
This universal product is popular among tourists, taiga dwellers, and fishermen.
How women wear
Women prefer to tie the keffiyeh as a headdress, scarf, belt for trousers, skirt. This element, fixed on the neck, is widely used with a black biker jacket, dark classic trousers or jeans. On the feet, sports sneakers or high boots can be worn. In the summer months, an oriental scarf complements bright sundresses, light classic tops, and shorts.
An Arabic scarf tied in a bow on a large leather bag looks great.
Knowing how to tie an arafatka, you can create many unique images. This thing gives individuality, brings zest to the wardrobe. To learn how to create stylish images, you should not be afraid of experiments.
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