Though we have begun gingerly stepping toward controlled normalcy in our everyday lives, we may be wearing protective face coverings for a long time to come. With N95 respirators and surgical masks in short supply, the cloth face mask has been propelled to an unsolicited eminence. These save lives, but they also occupy a prominent place on the face. They may, like any article of clothing, become a symbol of fashion and identity — personalized pieces of art. What we wear is how we wish to be perceived.
Designers must mindfully hesitate before rushing in to redesign this accessory. They must consider the appropriateness of cashing in on a pandemic in order to market essential gear with exploding demand. We wear masks to protect ourselves but more importantly to protect others. The very wearing of a mask reminds us of the unimaginable grief this pandemic has caused for millions of people across the globe.
Masks are a symbol of solidarity in what for many are desperate times. It is a personal artifact that communicates your stance on the crisis and how you engage with the world.
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