topic Re: Designer Masks in Fashion

Designer Masks

tototwo — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 15:35:15 GMT

Will face masks become a fashion statement? Will we buy different shapes and patterns to match our outfits?

I went online to buy a couple washable face masks yesterday and was surprised how many shapes, styles, and patterns there are for homemade face masks. These aren't medical grade masks, just the masks you wear to keep your germs from spraying out when you sneeze, cough, breathe, etc. I thought the only choices I would have would be plain black or white. But noooo..... there were so many, it took me hours to decide whether I wanted elastic straps, or ties - or tight with a bump at the nose or pleated - with or without a pocket for a filter. And that was before I got to colors and patterns.

I was laughing at myself because I was wondering which pattern would go best with which spring shirt. I had to buy for hubby and father too, so then there was the difficulty of finding plain dark colors.

So, when will QVC be selling face masks made by D&Co, Lisa Rinna, Isaac, etc. When you buy a pima cotton t-shirt, will it come with a matching face mask?

Re: Designer Masks

MarnieRez3 — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 15:50:32 GMT

@tototwo

I was thinking the same thing - I would LOVE if The Q's vendors would offer FACE MASKS! My family needs them! They all probably have huge fabric supplies available. Get sewing, vendors!

Think of the possibilities: faux fur masks from Dennis Basso; masks with chiffon and lace and tulle trim from Lori Goldstein; stretch Flexabelle denim masks from Kim Gravel...well, you get the idea.

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stuyvesant — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 17:13:18 GMT

I want a mask that gives me cheekbones.

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knittykitty — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 22:14:57 GMT

I bought masks yesteday on Etsy and was surprised at all the options. yup, I do think this become 'a thing' for some time. bought plain gray and plain blue for now, but surely would love some fun ones as 'jewelry for the face' and to match my outfits once we can go outside more.

will wear these for my daily walks. if Q vendors start selling, as long as they are good quality layered cotton with filter pockets, yes, I would buy.

meantime, everyone please stay home; if you must be out for essentials, leave plenty of room and space for others. wash hands!!

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twinny70 — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 22:44:32 GMT

Last night, I had a brainstorm. It was to go online and find a pattern for cloth masks. There were a lot of choices. I found one that said "10 minutes.". I made one in about 30 minutes. It's got elastic ear straps and pleats so it can be adjusted. My only cotton fabric was a white background with a very tiny blue floral print & chocolate brown dinner napkins. I made 2 Brown ones for my DH and I of each color for myself. They will be perfect. We don't go out unless necessary, but I am going to wear one of them next Monday morning when I have to go get my next infusion.

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depglass — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 23:01:07 GMT

DD, also a football fan like I am, suggested a complete run of teams in N95 masks.

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ECBG — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 00:17:24 GMT

@MarnieRez3 wrote:
@tototwo
I was thinking the same thing - I would LOVE if The Q's vendors would offer FACE MASKS! My family needs them! They all probably have huge fabric supplies available. Get sewing, vendors!

Think of the possibilities: faux fur masks from Dennis Basso; masks with chiffon and lace and tulle trim from Lori Goldstein; stretch Flexabelle denim masks from Kim Gravel...well, you get the idea.

@MarnieRez3 You don't have to order face masks. Just make your own with a piece of cloth or the back cut out of an old shirt!

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jpie — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 00:21:13 GMT

And perhaps Isaac will create a mask with a peplum overlay and lace?

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lOVETOSHOP — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 03:38:12 GMT

Or Susan Graver could do a liquid knit one?

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tototwo — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:58:44 GMT

That's the spirit! As long as we need to wear them, masks should be fashionable. Right?

I did buy a couple cheap, colorful ones on Etsy. Then saw the Surgeon General's video on how to make a mask out of a cloth napkin and 2 rubber bands. It works!

Then, my big epithany... I remembered I had a package of N95 masks I had bought at the hardware store last year when I was sanding and spray painting our deck furniture. I sure didn't realize how useful they would be.

Stay safe!

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wagirl — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:41:47 GMT

@lOVETOSHOP---with polka dots too---

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wagirl — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:44:59 GMT

Well I want one---that will CHANGE my life-----banish wrinkles, grow hair and do the laundry for me!!!!

Now you know they will cost a fortune and be on 6 easy pay---someone always there to cash in on misfortune!!!

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tends2dogs — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:04:42 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@MarnieRez3 wrote:
@tototwo
I was thinking the same thing - I would LOVE if The Q's vendors would offer FACE MASKS! My family needs them! They all probably have huge fabric supplies available. Get sewing, vendors!

Think of the possibilities: faux fur masks from Dennis Basso; masks with chiffon and lace and tulle trim from Lori Goldstein; stretch Flexabelle denim masks from Kim Gravel...well, you get the idea.
@MarnieRez3 You don't have to order face masks. Just make your own with a piece of cloth or the back cut out of an old shirt!

Show us how, @ECBG , pretty please!!! And make it easy....really!

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ECBG — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:07:38 GMT

@tends2dogs Sweetie, I already did!

Here ya go!

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Community-Chat/Make-Your-Own-Mask/td-p/6151423/page/2

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tends2dogs — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:45:43 GMT

Thank you, @ECBG . I think I can do this.

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willdob3 — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:58:03 GMT

@tototwo

Sadly, I think they will become fashion items and we’ll shop for ones to coordinate with our outfits and to make statements. There will be tops and dresses sold with matching masks. Quacked Factory ones will sparkle. Lol

For me, that isn’t likely to happen until it is safe enough to go back to the office, stores are open along with everything else. Right now, while I find masks worn in public a good and necessary thing, that need also bothers me. I have one mask in a neutral color meant to blend in and not be too noticeable to the casual passerby. I’m isolating myself physically as much as possible. I don’t expect to go into any store for a long, long time.

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willdob3 — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:01:37 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@MarnieRez3 wrote:
@tototwo
I was thinking the same thing - I would LOVE if The Q's vendors would offer FACE MASKS! My family needs them! They all probably have huge fabric supplies available. Get sewing, vendors!

Think of the possibilities: faux fur masks from Dennis Basso; masks with chiffon and lace and tulle trim from Lori Goldstein; stretch Flexabelle denim masks from Kim Gravel...well, you get the idea.
@MarnieRez3 You don't have to order face masks. Just make your own with a piece of cloth or the back cut out of an old shirt!

@ECBG

That will work for a lot of people but I, for one, don’t have fabric sitting around and I wear my old t-shirts! Lol

I ordered mine from Etsy.

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willdob3 — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:05:16 GMT

@jpie wrote:
And perhaps Isaac will create a mask with a peplum overlay and lace?

@jpie

And he’ll surely make lots with floral prints!

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ECBG — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 19:04:58 GMT

@willdob3 wrote:
@jpie wrote:
And perhaps Isaac will create a mask with a peplum overlay and lace?
@jpie

And he’ll surely make lots with floral prints!

@willdob3 @jpie He may ladies, the problem is, the need in most communities is now. Please be safe, or you can follow the directions in community chat and even use an old scarf.

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willdob3 — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 19:17:41 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@willdob3 wrote:
@jpie wrote:
And perhaps Isaac will create a mask with a peplum overlay and lace?
@jpie

And he’ll surely make lots with floral prints!
@willdob3 @jpie He may ladies, the problem is, the need in most communities is now. Please be safe, or you can follow the directions in community chat and even use an old scarf.

@ECBG

Yes, I think a long scarf folded and tied behind one’s head may be the best solution when waiting for something ordered to arrive if you don’t have supplies on hand to make a mask. Lol I don’t even have rubber bands here.