Marquis mask on a stick

The marquise mask on a stick is a white Venetian face mask in the shape of a crescent moon, with red glitter accents and a golden handle. The mask evokes the image of a marquise from the Venetian carnival, walking through a ballroom with her face half hidden. It is intended for women dressing up for carnival or a masquerade ball.

What does the marquise mask look like?

• The face is white with a fine crackle pattern and covers the eyes, nose, and mouth.
• There is red glitter around the eyes, with the right eye opening framed by a larger red area in the shape of a heart.
• The lips are finished in a red and shimmering style, and golden glitter curls with thin black lines run across the face.
• A golden, curled border runs along the entire edge, following the crescent shape.
• Under the mask is a twisted golden handle with black rings, so you hold the mask in front of your face instead of putting it on.
• The material is 90% PVC and 10% polyethylene.
• The colors are white, red, and gold.

The Venetian mask of the marquise

Masks have been part of the carnival of Venice for centuries, where nobility and ordinary citizens hid behind them during the festive weeks. A mask on a handle was particularly popular at balls: you hold it in front of your face whenever you like, and lower it to talk or drink. The white face with red lips fits the image of a refined lady-in-waiting from that era.

Styling tips for a masquerade ball

At a masquerade ball, the marquise mask stands out best with a red or gold ball gown, so that the colors of the mask are reflected in your clothing. A high, blonde curly wig and pearls complete the image of the marquise. Hold the mask in one hand and leave the other free for a glass or a fan, then you can effortlessly alternate between hidden and revealed all evening.

Order the marquise mask on a stick and step inside during carnival or at the masquerade ball as a Venetian marquise.