Despite attempts to politicise them , face coverings are here for the long haul. They play a key role in mitigating the spread of the coronavirus even President Donald Trump finally wore one .

Looking forward to a future in which face masks are a more permanent fixture in our wardrobes, brands including the Black-owned businesses below have graduated from basic styles to more fashionable and personalized looks.

Whether youre looking to add to your collection or transition to a fancier face covering for the first time, there are plenty of options to make your mask part of your look.

Below, eight beautiful masks to buy from Black-owned businesses.