Venetian masks not only for carnival
Even though the Carnival in Venice has fascinated visitors for centuries, Venetian masks were also worn in Venice outside of the carnival season. For example, from the time before Pentecost until mid-June and from October 5th to December 16th, it was permitted to appear in public with a mask in Venice. A Venetian mask and cape were worn to all important events such as banquets or other celebrations of the Serenissima . Of course, gamblers also wore masks to protect themselves from creditors, and impoverished nobles also wore masks to protect themselves from public view. At set times outside of the Carnival in Venice, both men and women wore a Bautta. This was a black cape with a hood open at the front. Over the hood, a black or white mask was worn that covered the face up to the mouth. A popular Carnival mask for women is the Moretta. This mask was originally made of black velvet and was held with the mouth. For this reason, women were unable to speak while wearing the masks.
Venetian costumes are perfected by the mask
Many of the Venetian costumes are only perfected by a mask. It makes no difference whether you choose a Venetian plague mask or a lavishly decorated fan mask . The plague mask gives men in Venetian costumes something sinister. Doctors originally wore these masks in times of plague. The symbol of the mask here is the long nose, which does not protect against the disease, but which was filled with herbs to distract doctors from the stench of the plague. The fan mask, on the other hand, is more commonly found on women, who want to use the mask to give their look a mysterious look. With masks, it can be said without exaggeration that seeing is not the same as being seen.
Masks and more at Kostümpalast
Not only at carnival time, but also at various theme parties, there are always opportunities to create a mysterious look with a mask. The right Venetian masks can be found in a large selection in the online shop of Kostümpalast . With such accessories, you can really spice up any costume. If you are going to the next theme party as a Gothic bride , you should definitely add another highlight to your costume with an eye mask. The richly decorated feather masks, on the other hand, are just the right eye-catcher if you choose one of the Rococo dresses to stand out at the next party.