Staying Sheek In 2020 - 12 Sustainable Face Masks That Are A Breath Of Fresh Air
Fashion is in a weird place these days, with people leaving their homes less than ever, and many designers still in flux, but there is one way we can still make a huge fashion statement, and do a bit of good with it: a mask!
Soo many amazing brands are coming out with super cute masks these days that it is actually hard to decide which to go with! So, we tried to make your job a little easier. We found 12 great designers who are producing not only fashionable masks, but they are sustainable/give back in some away.
As always, it is important that we look amazing while we save the world. Remember, not all superheroes wear capes, but they do all wear masks!
1. Amour Vert
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? Some of them have a filter pocket.
Why do we love it? Amour Vert has fashionable face masks with various deadstock fabrics. They are non-toxic and sustainably-made. Also, each purchase ensures an essential worker in the City of San Francisco will receive a non-medical grade mask. We love them because even their packaging is made from recycled materials and printed with soy-based inks!
2. Artaya Loka
How is it worn? Over the head.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? Has a filter pocket.
Why do we love it? This black owned business is known for its multi-culti gender-bending style. These handmade 100% woven cotton masks range from fun to beautiful and are washable, even in hot water!
3. Avocado
How is it worn? Over the head.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? Has a filter pocket.
Why do we love it? Avocado is an environmentally-conscious, ethical, and sustainable business. They made this face mask with two layers of organic cotton canvas. Also, their 100% GOTS organic certified face mask is well-suited for anyone with asthma, and this simple design can be loved by everyone!
4. AqC Clothing
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? AqC Clothing has a variety of face masks for everyone. Their washable silk face masks are unique because they are cut from hand-picked vintage scarves. Also, 100% of profits will be donated to Feeding America!
5. Camp Collection
How is it worn? Over the head and ear.
Nose wire? Yes.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? Camp Collection has fashionable and fun face masks. Our favorite ones feature screenprinted artwork by different designers. Each mask is washable, and there are four layers of 100% cotton for additional protection. There are masks for kids in different sizes and colors. Also, they donate masks to essential workers!
6. Christy Dawn
How is it worn? Over the head and ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? Christy Dawn's main aim is honoring mother earth, so they give importance to sustainability. Their reusable face masks are non-medical grade, 100% doubled deadstock silk. Face masks feature beautiful assorted colors and floral prints, made by their talented dressmaker team.
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? We love our deaf community, and have been concerned for them during this pandemic. Domdrich Studio has colorful transparent reusable face masks with a two-layered cotton frame. These transparent masks make lip reading possible when needed.
8. EcoVibe
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? Yes.
Comes with a filter? Has a filter pocket.
Why do we love it? These masks are washable and reusable handstitched cloth face masks, with four-layer protection. They are 100% cotton. Some of them have a beautiful watercolor leafy print from artist, Jenny Kiker. Also, for every face mask purchased, they will donate an additional mask to frontline workers.
9. Eva Franco
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? This woman-owned business has many fashionable face masks with different prints ranging from animal to floral. Their masks are 100% cotton and reusable. They are donating one mask to hospitals in need for each one sold!
10. Hedley&Bennett
How is it worn? Over the head.
Nose wire? Yes.
Comes with a filter? Has an inner pocket for filters.
Why do we love it? Hedley&Bennett collaborated with Rifle Paper Co. and created this beautiful limited edition collection. These washable face masks were developed in concert with Dr. Robert Cho, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at a local children’s hospital. Also, they are donating 25k masks to Baby2Baby’s Covid relief efforts.
11. One❤️Malibu
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? No.
Why do we love it? These masks are made with 100% cotton with two-layer fabric. All masks are reversible, and they have different prints, so you can use both sides of masks. Also, One Love Malibu will donate a percentage of your purchase to No Kid Hungry.
How is it worn? Over the ear.
Nose wire? No.
Comes with a filter? Has a filter pocket.
Why do we love it? Threads 4 Thought is known for sustainably made fabrics and their face masks are lined with Organic Cotton. These face masks are both comfortable and fashionable with their patterns.
