Venetian masks

The beginning of the year is the carnival season, a time for intense fun and costumes. So allow yourself a bit of madness and change your current identity with original Venetian masks. During the carnival, they will provide you with a unique disguise, and afterward, they will beautifully decorate your living room.

Venetian masks are the perfect accessory for a successful carnival

Venetian masks have always allowed for anonymity. Thanks to them, regardless of origin and social status, one could explore the unknown corners of the Italian city every year, and during the carnival in Venice, participate in exclusive balls and masquerades. Nowadays, it has become a tradition that anyone who wishes to take part in the Venetian carnival wears impressive masks to become, even for one night, a mysterious stranger and allure others with their charm and mysticism.

You will find a wide selection of Venetian carnival masks in our Luxury Products store. They will cover the entire face or just the eyes of women and men, depending on how much of your mysterious character you wish to reveal to other participants of the carnival party. Additionally, you can choose themed costumes, outfits, and hats from us that will perfectly complement the elegant Venetian masks.

The magical history of Venetian masks

The history of Venetian masks is not as straightforward as it might seem. The first Venetian masks, which were created in the 12th century, had nothing to do with carnival parties. Why were they created? This mystery has not been solved to this day. There are, of course, some speculations. Some historians believe it was a fashion that came to Venice from Muslim countries, others that it was a way to eliminate the division between the rich and poor society. After all, no one knew who the disguised person was. There is also the view that masks were meant to protect society from infectious diseases. Today, walking the streets of Venice daily, it is impossible to see people in decorative masks. That was the domain of the Renaissance era. With the growing popularity of hiding one's identity behind masks over the centuries, in the 16th century, the possibilities of wearing them were severely restricted, both in time and place. It was also specified how one should not dress up. This was to limit the rise in crime. At the end of the 18th century, wearing Venetian masks was banned until the late 1970s.

Do Venetian carnival masks bring bad luck?

Decorative masks are shrouded in many legends and myths. One of them claims that they bring bad luck. Well, fortunately, this is just a superstition, probably stemming from the fact that golden Venetian masks with long noses used to frighten, especially when worn by a striking yet mysterious man strolling through the alleys of Venetian canals.

In our offer, you will find masks imported directly from Italy, created by renowned Venetian manufacturers, such as Linea Argenti. We assure you that none of them will disrupt your stable life, but rather continue to inspire it. Moreover, it will become quite an attraction for all your guests. Furthermore, you can also freely give a Venetian mask as a gift to a loved one. It will certainly be an exclusive and unique decoration for any luxurious living room.

Is a carnival mask a good costume?

Carnival is a great opportunity to cover up and show your so-called second face. The more hidden, mysterious one that no one has yet known. With a mask, you can conceal your everyday self and become one of the actors in the Venetian theater. It is from there that the most attractive exhibits originate.

Luxury Products online store offers you the latest discovery: custom Venetian carnival masks by Import Włochy. These are classic masks adorned with pearls, originating from 1904. In our online store, you can order 24/7, and delivery occurs promptly after the payment for the ordered goods is processed, depending on stock availability. You can be sure that your mask will arrive on time. You can wear it to the most famous European carnival, Il Carnevale di Venezia, or a corporate party, such as during Halloween.

Lace, silver sequins, feathers, gold—how are they decorated?

Original Venetian masks are not made from plaster. They are bronzed statuettes made of resin, fired clay, ceramics, or porcelain. They are coated with silver and gold. Artists and craftsmen who create them additionally embellish them with pearls, sequins, and gemstones. Upon customer request, they also engrave them. Leather Venetian masks with feathers are also very popular. They usually do not cover the entire face, only the eyes. They fit the face perfectly and, thanks to being lined with satin, velvet, silk, and lace, they are pleasant to the touch. Interestingly, on the Murano Islands, you can also find both men's and women's masks made from extraordinary, colorful glass.

What do they signify?

Venetian masks made of gold are called Colombina. This is a theatrical character, the beloved of Harlequin. It forms the so-called "serious mask." It covers only the eyes and nose. Besides gold, it is also adorned with feathers. It is one of the most mysterious Venetian masks, providing full anonymity to the wearer. Furthermore, it is also a symbol of human experience.

What attractive outfit to wear with a Venetian mask with feathers for a carnival ball?

Original Venetian masks require appropriate attire during the carnival. For their golden versions, wear a tuxedo or a long ball gown in an intense fuchsia or Magenta color. Masks with feathers will pair well with a long coat, trench coat, and a suit underneath. For women, they beautifully complement short dresses in the "little black dress" style.

Check out the offer of golden masks straight from Venice by Luxury Products, which will add mystery, and thus courage and confidence. Feel like an Italian theatrical character on the world's largest stage, Il Carnevale di Venezia. Choose masks created by Venetian artists.