# Glamorously Charitable Animal Masks These Designer-Created Masks for London's Animal Ball Sparkle By | Published 2013-06-21 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-ball References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/other_stuff/faberge-cartier-christian-lacroix-and-dita-von-tesse-design-masks-for-the-animal-ball-london.php) & [faberge](http://www.faberge.com/news/125-theanimalball.aspx) London's [Animal Ball](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-mara-fashion-group) is an annual event hosted by The Elephant Family, a "small, but ambitious charity" that aims to preserve wildlife by preventing the poaching and hunting of endangered species. To honor its cause, The Elephant Family challenged several high fashion designers to create [animal masks for guests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1) of the Animal Ball, in keeping with the event's theme. Everyone from Christian Lacroix to Dita Von Teese to Mario Testino put forth a glitzy and glamorous animal mask that is sure to rock the ball, which occurs on July 9th. Several masks portray glorious birds of paradise, with colorful feathers emerging from the masks' tops and glittering jewels embedded around the eye holes. Another popular mask design is that of a jungle cat; either a lion or a tiger. These silver masks were created by Johnny Rocket with jewels by [Swarovski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper) Elements and show a sleek jungle cat with black whisker and narrowed eyes; both elegant and fierce. By encouraging designers to support the event through their creations, the Animal Ball will hopefully gain more supporters, bringing the world one step closer to saving those animals that are killed unfairly every single day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Designer Animal Masks:** The popularity of designer-created animal masks could create a new market for high-end costume accessories. - **Glitter and Jewels:** The use of glitter and jewels in animal masks could expand into other fashion accessories and lead to an increase in demand for high-end costume jewelry. - **Charitable Fashion:** More fashion brands and designers could be inspired to create products and experiences that promote charitable causes and sustainability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry could tap into the demand for high-end animal masks and other accessories featuring glitter and jewels. - **Charities:** Charities can leverage creative collaborations with fashion designers to fundraise and promote their causes in new and innovative ways. - **Luxury Goods:** The use of Swarovski elements in animal masks could expand into other luxury goods and lead to an increase in demand for high-end jewelry and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elephant-Inspired Charitable Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elephant-family-usa.md) - [Animal-Inspired Habitat Lip Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endangered-animal-lip-balm.md) - [Brand-Led Endangered Animal Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endangered-animal-program.md) - [Rainforest-Focused Fundraising Galas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/save-the-rainforest-2025.md) - [Animal-Shaped Luxury Beanbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ark-collection.md) - [Wildlife-Inspired Charitable Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-aspen.md) - [Block Puzzle Carnival Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1.md) - [Wildlife Awareness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-cards.md) - [Endangered Animal-Saving Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-oka-earth-day-pack.md)