The ski mask came about during the Crimean War of 1854, when Great Britain, Turkey, and Sardinia fought against Russia, and British soldiers wore knit head coverings to protect them from the cold.

Included in the newly released capsule are outdoor-ready pieces including helmets, body armor, and ski masks. Contributing to the design process behind this facet of the capsule is POC, a top ...

Key Background. The Philadelphia bill—which awaits the approval of Democratic Mayor Jim Kenney—bans the use of ski masks, also called balaclavas, on public transportation, in schools, daycares ...