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Going about town fashionably

Barbara Cosgrave
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WOMAN ABOUT TOWN……

From 24th July we all have to wear face masks when we go out to the supermarket and other stores.  You may well have been already doing so but if not what masks have you tried?

Surgical, homemade, bought online?  How do they fit how do they feel?  I have tried various makes and styles.  Some, like the surgical mask really irritated my skin, others were hard to breathe through, some uncomfortable and some, downright ugly!

I know!  I can hear you saying the point is to stay safe and I totally agree but can’t we have both safety and style?

British Designer Emily Carter is doing a range of beautiful upcycled silk face masks in a variety of colours and designs.  A percentage of all profits going to the NHS for COVID relief efforts. Reusable and washable.


Here are a few of my favourites from @emilycarterlondon.  Available on her website www.emily-carter.co.uk.

So what about the……

MAN ABOUT TOWN…..

Bespoke Tailor and Stylist, Scott Souster of sousterandhicks.com, are making face masks for men which can also match your next tailored shirt.  They come in a range of fabrics and are also reusable and washable.  Donations also being made to charity for everyone sold, @sousterandhicks. www.sousterandhicks.com

Stay safe, obey the rules and be stylish!



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