Ever since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that we start wearing protective face coverings in public, face masks have become a part of everyday life for most of us. And something that takes up that much space on your face should ideally reflect a little bit of your personality, right?
It’s fairly easy to make your own mask, but if that’s not your jam, there’s no dearth of homemade and retailer-produced cloth face masks to buy right now. And thankfully, they’re not all somber and monotone. They can come covered in flowers, sequins or pretty much any print you can imagine.
Disney has its own line, higher-end fashion brands are making them and Etsy offers countless options too. Which to choose? We rounded up some of our favorites for every imaginable personality to help you find the right one for you. And if none of these strike your fancy, check out our guides on face masks that give back, face masks for kids and how to clean your face mask too.
For the utilitarian
The 100% Human Face Mask, 5-Pack ($25; everlane.com)
Wear-with-anything mainstays. These masks are reusable, plus Everlane is donating 10% of all face mask sales to the ACLU. We also love the tie-dye style of these masks.
Kishubaby 100% Organic Cotton Muslin Face Mask With Pocket for Filter ($18; etsy.com)
Available in a wide variety of lovely colors like rust, olive, mustard and more, these masks are constructed with six layers of fabric and come with a pocket to hold a filter.
Baggu Fabric Mask Set ($32; baggu.com)
Get a set of three gorgeous and super-colorful masks that feature a nose wire and tie back for a perfect fit. For every mask sold, the brand is donating a pack of surgical masks to health care workers through Masks4Medicine.
Etee 2 Organic Cotton Face Masks ($31.72; etsy.com)
In addition to having two layers and a pocket for a filter, for every order placed, Etee is donating a mask to a community in need.
Goodboy x Sock Fancy ($33; trygoodboy.com)
Have a furry best friend you love to match with? Check out this high-quality mask and dog bandana set, which is available in sweet print options like peaches and a dark green chevron.
For the plant-flora-inspired
Cecelia Rosslee Rose Gold Floral Face Mask ($12.60, originally $14; etsy.com)
A spring botanical garden in protective covering form.
Pumpkin Print Handmade Face Mask (starting at $4.95; etsy.com)
With designs from leopard print to pumpkin patch, these masks will keep you protected in style and are made in the USA.
For the whimsical
Sanctuary Organic Cotton Ear Loop Reusable Face Masks, Set of 4 ($34; anthropologie.com)
You’ll have plenty of options to stay stylish and new with this four pack of organic cotton masks.
For the animal lover
Maine Coon Cat Washable Face Mask (starting at $15.98; etsy.com)
The Maine coon is the largest domesticated cat breed and the official state cat of Maine — and also very cute.
Animal Adult Face Masks ($11.55; etsy.com)
Live on the wild side with these jungle-inspired masks.
For the art aficionado
Lunar Cycle Face Mask by Maggie Stephenson ($11.89, originally $16.99; society6.com)
Society6 recently launched its own face masks, with over 1,000 styles to choose from, all of which come with artwork from independent artists. The masks feature a pocket for a filter (not included) and elastic ear loops. A portion of all proceeds go to World Central Kitchen’s coronavirus relief efforts.
Face Cover Mask With Cute Lips Graphic ($6.39, originally $7.99; etsy.com)
The cute lips on this one pop out from the black background, making a fun and stylish mask.
For the kid at heart
Uncommon Goods Set of 2 Rainbow Face Coverings ($25; uncommongoods.com)
Uncommon Goods is donating 100% of profits from these adorable masks, designed by kids, to NYC Health + Hospitals, an acute care hospital network. There are even masks for kids.
‘Star Wars’ Cloth Face Masks, 4-Pack Set ($19.99; shopdisney.com)
Disney’s got a whole slew of great face masks to choose from, but we simply cannot resist the Baby Yoda one.
For the fashionista
ZainabuTurbans Stretchy Reversible Face Mask ($25; etsy.com)
We’re in love with these reversible face masks, which are molded and come in six different varieties of gorgeous African prints.
Berek Metallic Face Mask ($12.95; etsy.com)
Pick from loads of colors, then make a sequin statement.
Grlfrnd Gold Chain Mail Face Mask ($65; revolve.com)
Make a bold statement with this gold chain mail face mask. Just make sure to only wash the mask lining and wipe down the outer chain mail.
Alice and Olivia Staceface Protective Face Mask ($10; aliceandolivia.com)
This sweet print is very Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” For every mask sold, the brand is donating one to communities in need.
Bunglo Zanzibar Reusable Ear Loop Face Mask ($22; anthropologie.com)
A 400-thread-count cotton option with a lovely print created by an Austin-based home designer, inspired by her travels around the world.
Vera Bradley Cotton Face Mask (Nonmedical) With Adjusters ($8; verabradley.com)
These cotton masks from Vera Bradley come in tons of beautiful designs such as plaid, floral and even this one with a cute deer wearing a sweater.
For the classic prepster
Summersalt Face Coverings, 3-Pack ($32; summersalt.com)
These masks, which come in black and two different preppy patterns, are made of 100% cotton and recycled materials.
Madewell Nonmedical Face Masks, 3-Pack ($20; madewell.com)
Available in classic prints like a cute nautical stripe and business-casual plaid, this 100% cotton three-pack is on final sale right now, so it cannot be returned or exchanged.
For the music lover
Music Mask ($12.99; etsy.com)
During a down moment, you could try to decipher the composition.
Hard Rock Metal Bands Face Mask (starting at $19.99; etsy.com)
Hard rock, dad rock — whatever you want to call it, rep your favorite bands with this rock ’n’ roll mask.
For those who heart New York
New York Yankees Cotton Masks (starting at $9.99; etsy.com)
Until we meet again, in Yankee Stadium…
New York City Cotton Face Mask With Filter Pocket (starting at $14; etsy.com)
You can get prints of the city, skyline and even the subway map.
For those desperately trying to maintain a sense of humor
EvercoverHelmetCover Smiling Woman Face Mask (starting at $6.93, originally starting at $7.70; etsy.com)
Because it’s hard to read facial expressions under a mask.