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The evolution of mask trends at WJ

Maeve Sanford-Kelly and Nour Faragallah • Sep 20, 2021

  • “It’s a rendition of my coat of arms that someone made for me, and I thought it was cool so I had it printed on a mask.” -Ziyi Liu, 11

    Photo by Ellie Montemayor
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  • “I like my mask because it’s my favorite color. It’s also homemade; my cousin made it.” Eli Herman, 11

    Photo by Maeve Sanford-Kelly
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  • “I choose a mask that’s comfortable to be in during the day. I like colorful masks, and I try to match them with my outfits.” -Ciella Koe Bi, 10

    Photo by Nour Faragallah
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  • “I wear [my mask] because it’s cute and because I lost my other one.” -Allyson Walker, 12

    Photo by Stella Hadamer
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  • “My mask gives me enough space to breathe and not fog up my glasses.” -Ariana Hodjatzadeh, 11

    Photo by Maeve Sanford-Kelly
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  • “I like my masks because they lower the probability that I spread a deadly virus.” -Julian Pavone, 12

    Photo by Maeve Sanford-Kelly
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  • “I like my black disposable mask because it’s light, it fits my face and it goes well with everything.” -Marissa Krantz, 12

    Photo by Maeve Sanford-Kelly
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Nour Faragallah is very enthusiastic for her third year on The Pitch. She is a senior who loves reading, keeping up with trends and bashing politicians.
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