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:: is it just me, or have face / surgical masks evolved into proper fashion statements in China? Being sold for 3 RMB at just about any subway stop in Beijing. Snap taken on the Beijing subway, line 1, between Jianguolu and Yonganli stop. // AjS
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January 14th, 2009 at 9:29 am
I remember during SARS my brother told me that these facemasks were becoming more fashion statements, rather than disease deterrents. He said the “Hello Kitty” one was quite popular.
January 14th, 2009 at 10:23 am
Pollution masks as fashion statements are not without precedent. Fashionable masks are hugely popular in Taiwan, primarily for wearing while driving a scooter. Designer helmets (which are required) are as well.