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Ochre Turban
Ochre Turban
Ochre Turban
Ochre Turban

Ochre Turban

Date1940 - 1950
Object NameHat
Mediummanmade stretch fabric
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS030121
About MeYellow ochre turban style hat.

The turban was a popular style of hat. It was first adopted by female factory workers to keep their hair out of machines. Turbans were a quick way of disguising a less than perfect hairdo and were soon worn by many women.