cloth facemasks

Festive colors find a maximum contrast on black, in bright face masks from Mexico. Designed by Eduardo and Manuel, the pair is crafted of cambaya cloth, traditionally woven by hand in Michoacan. The word "Mexico" and geometric motifs are machine embroidered in this modern version of the fabric. Contoured for comfort, the masks are lined in white cotton muslin, are reusable and washable, with elastic to loop over the ears.

Placement of the motifs can vary but the fabric will be the same.

Inspired by the Independence Day celebrations in Mexico, Eduardo and Manuel select a vivid emerald green for this design. It is one of the colors of the Mexican flag. This pair of original face masks is crafted of cambaya cloth, traditionally woven by hand in Michoacan. Abstract motifs are machine embroidered in this modern version of the fabric. Contoured for comfort, the masks are lined in cotton muslin, are reusable and washable, with elastic to loop over the ears.

Placement of the motifs can vary but the fabric will be the same.

Balinese textile artisans, Hari and Arthur, present this trio of durable, protective, double-layer 100% cotton face masks. Each handcrafted mask features a distinctive traditional batik design in shades of indigo and sepia, and flat elastic ear loops for comfort.

Note: Wash in hot water with detergent before using for the first time.

Identified by ritual scarring on the face, this handsome youth is a member of the Mossi people who live in Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire. Applications of white clay create an aged, antique effect while a cap of Ghanaian kente cloth adds color. Winfred Korley carves this elegant African mask by hand.