is your Covid face-mask "girly"?

[jacques]

hello,
Some of us are enjoying wearing Covid face coverings because it hides our lipstick.
I was wondering how many of us are choosing feminine masks rather than bland medical type masks?
My wife made us face masks from old dress material and we share them.
Occasionally strangers have commented "nice mask" (the paisley patterned one seems to be most popular!) .
Stay healthy!
luv J

[joank]

My SO and I wear the same brand of mask. Just take one from the generic pack of 10. The mask has encouraged me to wear make up and lipstick more regularly when out.

[MsEva]

Most of my masks are Disney related...go figure

[Jenn A116]

Another Disney related mask wearer!

[Cheryl T]

No, not at all.
It's function, not form and I can't wait til all this is over...if ever.

[bridget thronton]

I have cotton masks embroidered with birds or flowers

[Stephanie47]

My wife has made masks for our entire family, friends and veterans. All her masks are made with tightly woven quilting fabric (hold up to light and no light passes through) with a layer of filtering material sandwiches in between. My personal favorite is a mask with U S Army logos. She has made masks for Marines, Army, Navy and Coast Guard. Locally, there was a shortage of Air Force logo quilting material. She has made several hundred for local veterans groups that were a special order. Also, special order for various animals; usually dogs and cats. Seasonal masks for holidays; Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Patriotic (July 4th, Flag Day, etc). Local sports teams; Mariners, Seahawks, Yankees (not local, but, hey that's where I'm from). All made and distributed for no charge to all corners of the USA. When she started mask making she consulted other mask makers for the proper construction and style; hence, the triple layer.

There was absolutely no reason not to wear a mask. As to wearing a mask when Covid is over,; consider the fact the seasonal flu hospitalizations are down 98%. Many countries is Asian wear masks during the flu season. I see that in my local area with elderly Korean immigrants who always wear masks during the flu season.

[Pumped]

We just bought a couple 100 packs of the typical blue disposable masks. I wear one for a few days then toss it. My wife's employer supplies them with the same masks. I never felt like making a fashion statement over COVID!

[Geena75]

At work I have to wear company masks. Otherwise, I have a couple I made out of a green bandana for going to the store and such. For Geena time I have the mask with the lips painted on. I'm personally dubious of the effectiveness of a mask, but I wear them whenever asked as a matter of decency.

[docrobbysherry]

I think so, what do u think?:daydreaming:

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[Micki_Finn]

I’ve made a couple to go with my drag outfits, but I’ve got basic ones for every day wear.

[Teresa]

Jacgues,
Not in the least , I wear them for the intended function and remove them as soon as it's safe to do so , I've no reason to hide as i still wear full makeup , I look forward to the day when we can bin them .

[Wen4cd]

I think these masks are going to be around for a long time, and I refuse to go out looking like a dental assistant, so yeah.

I've been here and there in Asia where this has been the norm for a while, and it's just another fashion accessory there.

@ Sherry, how about these? Made 'em myself! :D
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[VivianNewkirk]

I've wound up with a collection of masks in various styles, colors and fabrics. I match them to my outfit. My favorites are one with a floral pattern on a black field and another with a pattern of little bicycles (it has a matching purse).

[candykowal]

I have about a dozen pastel colored non-medical looking masks that the wife bought for us.
Nothing ultra femme....but how feminine can you be? ...in a mask.

[Sometimes Steffi]

I like this style

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[Aunt Kelly]

One of them is. It's this one... 319004

[Alexis00]

Most of my masks are Disney related...go figure

Your “soccer mom in training” tag line is great!

[GracieRose]

My wife made masks for us. She used a flowered print for me to use when I go out dressed (at my request).

[kayegirl]

I have various coloured masks, some plain, some patterned. One of my favourites has Volkswagen Beetle cars.

[fireandlace]

Add me to the Disney related mask list. I do have some my daughter in law made that any Disney Cruisers will appreciate. If you have been you know you get a Pirates of the Caribbean bandana on Pirate Night. Having been on many of them I had a large collection. My daughter in law made some of them into masks.

Lately I have been double masking with the cloth over a surgical mask.

[GretchenM]

I have a Wedding Star face mask with a replaceable 3 layer filter insert than gives it 5 layers. The pattern is watercolor spring flowers in very feminine colors and I wear it no matter what else I am wearing. Women love it and some men think it is pretty. If any negative comments are made and there have been few I answer, "Hey, I am a botanist" followed by an eye smile. It is the truth and in part it is why I wear it. Only once did I get some flak from a stranger and they did not accept my explanation. So, I gave them a serious eye look and said, "The fact is I am a botanist, but to validate your suspicions it is also a fact that my other name is Gretchen." Or something to that effect. I gave them an eye smile and walked away. Never saw them again.

[BTWimRobin]

A friend's daughter mada us some very pretty masks. Unfortunately, they were too small for us. She made them kid size. I did end up buying several unisex masks that cover your face well. I double them up with a disposable surgical mask under it.

[docrobbysherry]

Well done, Wen! Where/when do u wear them?:battingeyelashes:

[JenniferMBlack]

I have several in girly patterns and other patterns. Also have one with purple sequins. I also keep disposables in the cars in case I forget to bring one. Also have provided those to others.

[Beverley Sims]

I have a couple of girly masks, any mask hides a lot of sins for me.

I can even skip shaving if necessary. :-)

[Blonde617]

The masks I have are plain black and gray Costco. Where can you buy pretty ones?

[Stephanie47]

Especially with the new mutations it has been recommended to double up on the masks. Bill Nye the Science Guy was on Dr. Oz the other day. He demonstrated the efficiency of masks using a test using on a candle flame. It's simple. Light the candle and attempt to make the flame waiver/flicker. The more it waivers when blowing on it the worse the mask is. Bill Nye tried it with manufactured and home made masks. The recommendation was to have two layers of tightly woven material. I mentioned on this site the type my wife has made; two layers of tightly woven quilting fabric with a layer of "Wonder Under" sandwiched in between. The purpose of "Wonder Under" is to insure the two layers of fabric are bound together. It is commonly used by people who make clothes. I tried her masks and the flame did not flicker at all. Give it a try with the masks you have. I have seen some face coverings that are totally worthless.

PS: Blondie, just about any retail store carries masks. Check the construction before buying or you may be buying a false sense of security.

[Julie Slowinski]

In boy mode I have one mask - completely utilitarian and boring. However, Julie has at least a dozen masks, and its always a question about which mask will match the outfit.

[Sometimes Steffi]

The masks I have are straight black and gray Costco. Where can you buy pretty ones?

Wow! I didn't know that they had different masks for straight and gay people. LOL

[Crissy 107]

In boy mode I have one mask - completely utilitarian and boring. However, Julie has at least a dozen masks, and its always a question about which mask will match the outfit.

Are masks the new panties?

[Blonde617]

Purchased a hand made colorful print mask on eBay as the sewing machine is bring difficult.

[Davina2833]

Crissy,

NO! Panties are always first. Except for my SOMA mask...

Davina

[terry45]

Here is mine 319160

[Lacey Peters]

Nothing special that I use. I have two or three that don't lean either way. I am just ready to quit wearing these things.

[Denice]

I have a bright pink one somewhere, just can't find it. I miss it so much.

[Teri Ray]

I do not have a feminine mask. All drab

[alwayshave]

jacques, my face masks all have patterns on them. Perhaps not plain like most men wear, but I'm not sure they are girly?

[Blonde617]

I guess!

[Edelia]

I refuse to admit these masks as part of my fashion sense

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[Stiletto Gurl]

Not on the outside it?s a plain light gray, almost white.... however the inside is stained with my lipsticks that I?ve been wearing publicly while in male mode just get away with it! ☺️

[CayleeMarie]

When at work, I wear the company provided mask that is the corporate colors with the company logo. It’s not too bad really, and my customers find it amusing. When I am in man mode or out with my wife In man mode, I have a generic mask that is a neutral blue gray. As masks go it is by far the most comfortable and fits well enough. So, it really doesn’t matter what it looks like... function over aesthetics. However, on a recent solo shopping excursion, I did borrow one of my wife’s Vera Bradley masks. It was nice going out for a change having a mask that nicely completed the ensemble.

[UsuallyRick]

Hot pink neck gaitor at work! I also have a pink tie dye one as well... forced to wear one at ski lift I operate, I may as well have fun!! Goes great with my brown mid back hair!! And whilst skiing, my hot pink ski pants😁...

[Maria in heels]

I think so, what do u think?:daydreaming:

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Hey Sherry! your missing one for Sunday? lol