With face coverings becoming a bigger part of our daily lives around the world amid the coronavirus pandemic, fashion houses are cashing in by churning out ranges of designer masks.
Today the Duchess of Cornwall was spotted in a chic Liberty London silk face mask crafted by London-based couturist Fiona Clare as she visited the National Gallery in central London.
Camilla’s covering, which featured a striking peacock print, was reportedly a birthday gift from a friend when she turned 73 earlier this month.
The accessory cost £38 – more expensive than a regular high street mask, but modest compared to those offered by the likes of Givenchy, Candice Cuoco and Off-White.
Today the Duchess of Cornwall was spotted in a chic Liberty London silk face mask by London-based couturist Fiona Clare as she visited the National Gallery in central London
Givenchy’s covering, currently sold out on Ssense, does come with a nylon-canvas blend cap which it clips onto via a press-stud fastening – which goes some way to justify its £425 price tag.
Meanwhile Jeune Otte has adapted vintage silk Hermes scarves into masks which are on sale for around £75. Here FEMAIL takes a look at some of the most luxurious designer face masks on the market.
Givenchy Black Logo Mask Cap – £425
The most expensive of the lot, this Givenchy face covering is detachable from the nylon-blend canvas cap, which features tonal grained leather on the trim of the brim, via a press-stud fastening. The Givenchy logo is printed in blue on both the cap and the mask, while the covering features a cotton jersey lining and perforated detailing, meaning it’s probably not the best option to actually protect you from Covid-19. It’s currently sold at Ssense and Farfetch, but it’s possible to be notified when the product is back in stock if you visit the Givenchy website direct
Candice Cuoco Floral-print leather face covering – £180
This floral-print leather face covering by American fashion designer Candice Cuoco is on sale at Selfridges for £180 and is the most expensive of the range. Its outer layer is crafted from 100 per cent lamb skin, while the interior is lined with polyester satin
Collina Strada Scribble Braid Face Mask – £154.85
This unusual and elaborate cotton face mask by Collina Strada, a brand created by New York designer Hillary Taymour, features bows and braided hair extensions with flower charms and Swarovski details. The lining allows for filters to be put inside. The mask is a collaboration between Hillary Taymour, Charlie Engman, and Tomihiro Kono, who is using scrap hair in his studio to make the one of a kind masks
Isaac Sellam Experience mesh layered face mask – £140
This black Isaac Sellam Experience mesh layered face mask is on sale at Farfetch. It features elasticated straps and is crafted from black leather and linen lining
Begg and Co Wispy Painted Camo Face Covering – £95
Made in Scotland from 100 per cent cashmere, Begg & Co’s Wispy Printed Camo has been adapted into a luxurious washable printed face mask. The ultra lightweight, breathable face covering is machine washable at 40 degrees and on sale for £95
Mostly Heard Rarely Seen cheetah print face mask – £94
This £94 cheetah print offering from Mostly Heard Rarely Seen claims to be ergonomically designed to fit the contours of the face and secures comfortably around the ears with toggle-ended elasticated straps
Faliero Sarti floral print face mask – £80
This floral covering from Italian brand Faliero Sarti, which specialises in stoles, scarves and foulards, is fashioned from stretch cotton and features a knife-pleat design and elasticated straps
Jeune Otte Vintage Hermès Silk Scarf Face Mask – £73.50
These individual masks are handmade in Chicago from vintage Hermès Della Cavalleria print silk scarves. For each Jeune Otte mask sold, the brand is donating 10 per cent of proceeds to organisations serving at-risk communities during the COVID-19 crisis
Off-White Arrows face mask – £70
Off-White has produced a range of face coverings since the pandemic outbreak, and its Arrow printed face mask, available in a range of colours, has proved popular among men and women
Sarah Chofakian face mask – £66
These off-white face masks from Sarah Chofakian, a Brazilian designer who typically creates handmade leather shoes and accessories for women, feature leather panels, elasticated straps and a gold logo plaque
Slip Reusable Leopard Face Covering – £39
Slipping into the more affordable ranges, this £39 Slip reusable leopard face covering promises to be comfy, as it’s outer layer is crafted from pure mulberry silk. Inside, the mask is lined with breathable cotton and to ensure the perfect fit, the elasticated ear loops and nose wire are fully adjustable to fit the unique contours of your face
Fiona Clare handmade face mask – £38
If you were inspired by Camilla Parker Bowles’ mask game today, you can order your own Fiona Clare creation crafted from Liberty London fabric by messaging them on Instagram. A £32 donation from each mask will go to the Literacy Trust and My Dear New Friend, a new movement, created by Alice Irwin, that encourages children and adults to use the power of letter writing to build new friendships and help members of the community support each other at this difficult time and beyond
The Vampire’s Wife Silk Heidi Face Mask – £35
Hot luxury label of the moment The Vampire’s Wife, recently worn by Kate Middleton and Princess Beatrice, released two versions of the Vampire’s Wife Silk Face Mask, with the stylish face-covering on sale for £35. However the mask sold out in just a day, as conscious fashionistas rushed to snap up the 100 per cent silk covering
Christopher Kane More Joy face mask – £30
Scottish fashion designer Christopher Kane has brought out a stylish face mask, embossed with the slogan ‘More Joy’, which offers more protection against Covid-19 than most. Its fabric has been treated with VIRO FORMULA ™ providing effective protection from viruses and bacteria: H1N1, H5N1, H7N9, Coronavirus (229E) and RSV. Tests show antiviral protection is maintained even after 30 washes at a mild temperature
Wolford Lace Mask – £29.95
Tights brand Wolford has also jumped on the face covering band wagon, releasing a mask crafted from lightweight silk with a printed, floral lace design. This chic mask also features adjustable, elasticated ear loops to fit the mask to your face shape and an aluminium nose wire to ensure a close fit around the nose and cheeks. It’s also reversible with a plain black reverse, so you get two styles in one, and is completed with the Wolford logo in silver on the right cheek