This mask from Leatherhead Originals is called the ‘Gothic Bat Wing Leather Plague’ Mask, but it reminds me of ALF. This supple black leather mask features 100 nickel-plate studs, a hollow beak and quilted ears that can be snapped to the top of the mask. There’s even a third eye for added flair.
With the rise of subcultures like punks, cyberpunks, Goths, and hipsters, we’re seeing more curious handcrafted helmets. Check out more images of this Leatherhead Originals mask above, and keep clicking for more unusual masks.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Handcrafted Helmets
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the handcrafted helmet market.
- Subculture-inspired Masks
- Potential for disruptive innovation in creating unique masks inspired by subcultures.
- Unusual Masks
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing unconventional masks.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fashion Accessories
- Disruptive innovation possibilities in the fashion accessory industry, specifically in handcrafted helmets and unique masks.
- Gothic Subculture
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in catering to the Gothic subculture with specialized masks and handcrafted helmets.
- Cosplay and Costume
- Potential for disruptive innovation in the cosplay and costume industry by creating unique and unusual masks and handcrafted helmets.
