5 Pretty Face-Mask Trends to Know Before Your Next Restock
Guess what? We've officially been wearing face masks long enough to witness some specific trends emerge. To be honest, I'm not surprised in the least to discover that designers are taking all sorts of creative liberties to make our everyday face coverings the most stylish they can be. Looking back, I think we've really come a long way from those basic blue surgical masks. There's nothing wrong with them, but I think you've found yourself reading this particular story because you're looking for a prettier option that's still just as protective.
If that's true, you've come to the right place. We kind of make it our duty to report on the latest trends from shoes to clothes, so we'd be remiss not to download you on all the coolest styles in the face-mask category, too. And TBH, they're really good. From pretty floral prints to cool chain embellishments that happen to also be practical mask holders, continue on to see five face-mask trends you're going to want to know about and to find one (or two or three) you love.
1. Dainty Florals
Since I know some of you wear all black all the time, this will go well.
Each of the three masks in this pack are made from repurposed fabrics.
These masks boast adjustable ear straps and a three-layer construction that includes a filter—they're legit.
2. Chains
Not only is this chain a cool embellishment, but it can also be worn around your neck to hold your mask when you're not wearing it on your face, which is genius if you ask me.
A similar idea here, but the chain is detachable, so you can use it on other masks, too.
This doubles as a sunglasses chain for the ultimate grandma-chic vibe.
3. Bow Ties
This just might be the prettiest face mask I've ever seen.
4. Matchy-Matchy
These come in four more color options, and I had a hard time deciding which to choose.
Head-to-toe dressing has never been easier with this matching top and skirt set. Of course, you can always purchase the coordinating face mask separately.
Meet the beautiful mask you've seen all over Instagram.
Wear with the Red Ruffle Skort Set ($200).
Prepare to get so many compliments when you wear this headband-mask set.
I love that this comes with a pouch—so convenient.
5. Satin
This NYC brand has the prettiest satin pieces and plenty of clothes to match its masks.
I'm not normally into pink, but this shade is too stunning to pass up.
Silk looks so luxe, and it will be gentler on your skin. What could be better?
Up next: The Barely-There Sweater Trend That's Moving Me to My Core
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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