Is it permissible for a woman to wipe over a turban?

Chapter on Wiping over the Khuffayn (Leather Socks)

Al-Mughni

Book of Purification

Book 2 · Issue 2 · Bab 11

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It is not permissible for a woman to wipe over a turban. This is because it constitutes imitating men (Tashabbuh bi al-Rijāl), rendering the garment forbidden for her. Although exceptional circumstances involving a valid excuse might exist, such instances are rare and do not form the basis of the established legal ruling.