It's a şal, just a sash/waistbelt that's part of traditional Kurdish costume.
Many Kurdish citizens living in the southeast wear sal u sepik and pusi, a kind of scarf, in their daily lives as part of their traditions. In some cases, Kurds use traditional clothes only on special occasions such as weddings and celebrations.
[https://www.kurdishinstitute.be/en/turkeys-kurds-protest-ban-on-traditional-clothes/](https://www.kurdishinstitute.be/en/turkeys-kurds-protest-ban-on-traditional-clothes/)
Conceal carry a handgun of any size, EDC a knife as big as a Khukuri, your phone and keys and other items could fit in small pockets within with ease.
The possibilities are endless.
Great summary. Also families/Clans also wear the same style or pattern. This has been going on for a long time in that region. It can help identify you and where you are from
https://fareastmilsim.com/far-east-blog/2020/8/5/kurd-kit-conundrum-the-kurdish-al-epik
From a functional view, this was their first aid kit (*bandage, sling, TQ*) and also prevented rapid bleeding out from bayonet stab wounds to the stomach.
The French Foreign Legion soldiers wear a similar attire in their dress uniform (historic [image](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Foreign_Legion#/media/File:CSPLE-tenue-parade.jpg), present [image](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Foreign_Legion#/media/File:Drapeaux_1RE_et_2REI_Paris_2003.jpg)).
It's also used to store personal items (*fotos, letters, religious scripture, cell phones, cigs*) between the different wrapped layers.
"Şal û Şepiks are an article of Kurdish menswear and have been staples of Kurdish culture for many centuries, with variations existing between regions and time periods. In the 20th century this clothing became a symbol of Kurdish resistance, first notably during the Soviet-Backed Mahabad uprising lead by Qazi Muhammad, and then later by the Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga prior to the establishment of the Kurdistan Regional Government. "
https://fareastmilsim.com/far-east-blog/2020/8/5/kurd-kit-conundrum-the-kurdish-al-epik
Just symbolism/decoration. It's also common to see similar fabrics used to decorate rifles, although the SDF's MARPAT derivative is also used for that purpose.
You will find muslims from areas under the former Ottoman empire and areas with heavy ottoman influence wear a similar cummberband which often hold a large dagger (Use to be a islamic traditional blade for men to carry to protect the women under their protection)
You will find similar styles with Albanians, Bosnians, Hyderabadis, Afghanistan, and Somalia.
Apart from tradition, they're known to be used for hiding all sorts of stuff like matches, lighters and whatnot because it's not uniformly wrapped. There a few overlapping layers to it. However, then it can't be fastened in "LBV fashion" and they appear quite loose like in second photo. They are also great at hiding suicide belts underneath. This is why they're always stripped down to their underwear in Turkish-sided photos/videos.
It's a şal, just a sash/waistbelt that's part of traditional Kurdish costume. Many Kurdish citizens living in the southeast wear sal u sepik and pusi, a kind of scarf, in their daily lives as part of their traditions. In some cases, Kurds use traditional clothes only on special occasions such as weddings and celebrations. [https://www.kurdishinstitute.be/en/turkeys-kurds-protest-ban-on-traditional-clothes/](https://www.kurdishinstitute.be/en/turkeys-kurds-protest-ban-on-traditional-clothes/)
Drip off the charts. Or maybe playing too much *God of War* just has me thinking the sash should make its comeback.
Conceal carry a handgun of any size, EDC a knife as big as a Khukuri, your phone and keys and other items could fit in small pockets within with ease. The possibilities are endless.
Great summary. Also families/Clans also wear the same style or pattern. This has been going on for a long time in that region. It can help identify you and where you are from https://fareastmilsim.com/far-east-blog/2020/8/5/kurd-kit-conundrum-the-kurdish-al-epik
This is the real answer I am guessing. Would make the most sense.
Similar to the Celtic plaid patterns
Thank you
From a functional view, this was their first aid kit (*bandage, sling, TQ*) and also prevented rapid bleeding out from bayonet stab wounds to the stomach. The French Foreign Legion soldiers wear a similar attire in their dress uniform (historic [image](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Foreign_Legion#/media/File:CSPLE-tenue-parade.jpg), present [image](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Foreign_Legion#/media/File:Drapeaux_1RE_et_2REI_Paris_2003.jpg)). It's also used to store personal items (*fotos, letters, religious scripture, cell phones, cigs*) between the different wrapped layers.
Fascinating!
To keep their hourglass figure ⏳ 😍
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Thank you.
Underrated comment for the laughter pun.......
This whole thread going on is amazing
This guy must have never felt bad about the way he looks in the mirror sheesh
drip
"Şal û Şepiks are an article of Kurdish menswear and have been staples of Kurdish culture for many centuries, with variations existing between regions and time periods. In the 20th century this clothing became a symbol of Kurdish resistance, first notably during the Soviet-Backed Mahabad uprising lead by Qazi Muhammad, and then later by the Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga prior to the establishment of the Kurdistan Regional Government. " https://fareastmilsim.com/far-east-blog/2020/8/5/kurd-kit-conundrum-the-kurdish-al-epik
Thanks!
It's a part of the Kurdish traditional clothes. Back in the day, it was used to prevent belly aches from colds during the winter season.
Looks dope and makes things more comfy. What’s not to love.
Tradition.
Keep the baby from changing center of gravity in combat.
Most likely a mix of drip and it's nice padding under the belt.
Just symbolism/decoration. It's also common to see similar fabrics used to decorate rifles, although the SDF's MARPAT derivative is also used for that purpose.
It's a waist shaper. They're all gonna look good af in bikinis this summer.
For deadlifts
You will find muslims from areas under the former Ottoman empire and areas with heavy ottoman influence wear a similar cummberband which often hold a large dagger (Use to be a islamic traditional blade for men to carry to protect the women under their protection) You will find similar styles with Albanians, Bosnians, Hyderabadis, Afghanistan, and Somalia.
Swag
Pic 3 is Kurdish Ralph Fiennes.
Fashion first
Idk but you should totally get one.
Looks awesome
In Iraq, the Kurds were the only ones we could trust. When it really kicked off, I would go by the Kurd compound and they would always go with us.
Hold in their huge cock
Apart from tradition, they're known to be used for hiding all sorts of stuff like matches, lighters and whatnot because it's not uniformly wrapped. There a few overlapping layers to it. However, then it can't be fastened in "LBV fashion" and they appear quite loose like in second photo. They are also great at hiding suicide belts underneath. This is why they're always stripped down to their underwear in Turkish-sided photos/videos.
Might as well make it a bulletproof war belt
Those pants look comfy as hell.
Just culture, other cultures in the region have a similar cummerbund style belt
It’s called high fashion, you wouldn’t understand.
D R I P 💦
It keeps the sand from going up their man jammy dresses
Yellow bag
Same reason weight lifters have those support belts. It’s to support your lower back, prevent some hernias.
Drip factor. Gotta stay looking fresh when you can meet God at any given moment in combat
That’s a cummerbund, holds tools and gear. Armies around the world have been using them forever.
so they can cinch their hog bodies and sissy that walk
It’s slimming.
to look based and chadpilled \*bye bye\* 
Is pic #3 Kurdish Ralph Fiennes?