masquerade mask

Fancy party face-cover

A masquerade mask is a decorative face covering worn at masked balls and costume parties, typically covering only the eyes and upper face.

These masks range from simple black domino masks to elaborate Venetian designs with feathers, jewels, and gilding: She held the masquerade mask to her face on a slender stick.

The partial concealment allows wearers to be recognized while maintaining an air of mystery and festivity.

Related

disguise · secret identity · hidden face · mysterious · feathers · sequins · hidden · eyes · elegant · black tie · ornate · velvet · phantom · opera · intrigue · anonymity · gilded · party

Categories
Opposites
concealment vs. exposure

masquerade maskbare face

name tag · ID badge · face reveal

decorative/theatrical vs. functional protection

masquerade masksafety goggles

Eye shields for hazards

welding mask · gas mask · surgical mask · face shield · riot helmet

partial vs. full coverage

masquerade maskbalaclava

Knitted full-head hood

ski mask · motorcycle helmet · burqa · diving helmet · niqab

Family

masquerade, mask, masqueraded, masquerading, masquerader, masqueraders, masquerades, masks, masked

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G