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Sure, wearing a face mask can reduce the spread of respiratory droplets that contain the virus that causes COVID-19 and protect those around you—but did you know they are also the hottest fashion accessory of 2020? Seriously, I think face masks can be so cool.
Luckily, there are a few great designers that are making them sustainably. They may use natural materials, deadstock textiles, or fabric leftover from their other designs. Any way, they all make wearing a face mask the stylish and considerate thing to do.
Style, safety, and sustainability?! We really can have it all.
NATHALIA JMAG – LARGE BOW MASK
Nathalia is local to me and recently won Boston Magazine’s Best Designer of 2020. The bow mask uses leftover hemp fabric from another of her pieces.
FLY BY NIGHT – QUARANTINE QUEEN SETS
All Fly By Night pieces are handmade in NYC. The designer uses deadstock fabrics, even using textiles from old movie sets—what?! These matching headband-face mask sets are so cute
AN_ERIN – BOW MASK
Another Boston local. Erin actually won season 15 of Project Runway and I’ve been a fan ever since. This mask is absolutely stunning and makes me feel like a video game character that lives in a cottage? Like an Animal Crossing vibe.
SECOND WIND – THE TINA MASK IN OAT
Often imitated, never duplicated. This mask is made of 100% organic lined featuring a stunning gold chain. Works for summer. Classy and perfect for every day.
