I’m gathering quite a collection of masks, and a friend suggested I start posting pictures of them as a fashion statement … to show it’s not such a big deal in the grand scheme of things. Dale and I went to the grocery store today, so I thought I’d make an effort to look stylish.
That’s my hair up in a big sock bun, along with the gorgeous turquoise earrings I bought in Texas. Back when I had cash flow. My sister made the mask. There’s a pocket for a coffee filter. I added a rouge glow to the photo for artistic effect.
It is weird to capture an image of the face without seeing the mouth. Eyes alone can look quite menacing. I tried smiling underneath, but it didn’t seem to make a difference.
It’s funny. I spent years trying to figure out how to smile for the camera, and now I guess I’ll have to figure out how to make expressions with my eyes. My glasses look almost boring, but maybe a minimalist canvas is a good place to start.
Those who wear contact lenses could have fun with decorative eyewear. Perhaps a contrasting scarf tied around the neck almost like a choker? So many things to think about!
I’m prepared to wear a mask in public as long as necessary. I understand fashion designers are getting on board, and there will be lots of choices! I actually enjoyed trying to accessorize with the mask in mind and am looking forward to my next photo shoot.
I love that you put effort into looking nice for the grocery store. I’ve been taking the alternate path – I’ve been wearing sweats when I go out into the world. No earrings. I’m going to make a point of being inspired by this, and maybe do some photo shoots myself, as further incentive. Thanks for the alternate viewpoint!
Some days I can barely brush my teeth. It does help to actually get dressed. The photo shoot selfies are kind of fun — I hope you give it a try.
Your mask is pretty and I like your style. I haven’t been in a store since this mess started, going on 2 months. I do wear masks when I walk my dog twice a day and like you I have quite an assortment of them. I put on lipstick and have nail polish on each day even at home; I am maintaining some sort of standard!
You win in the category of having standards — lipstick and nail polish is more can I can handle on the best day ever! I’m glad you wear a mask when you walk the dog. Where I live, some people do and some don’t. I cross the street to avoid those who don’t.
You look very fashion forward. Thanks for the mask-as-style shout out.
It was a great idea. Thank you for thinking of it!
Very stylish, and I love those earrings.
Bring on the fashion show!
Deb
I could see you in these earrings.
I wish I looked that good in a mask!
Thank you. I hope you’ll give it a try.