Fashion Look of the Day Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Trick for a Hassle-Free Face Mask Is Actually So Adorable Welcome to the new Look of the Day, where we comb through every celebrity outfit from the past 24 hours and feature the single most conversation-worthy ensemble. Love it, leave it, or shop the whole thing below. By Laura Reilly Laura Reilly Laura Reilly is a writer and editor with over six years of experience covering fashion and beauty shopping news. She has written for InStyle, Real Simple, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, People, Thrillist, Nylon, and more. She also publishes a weekly shopping newsletter, Magasin, which highlights the top news, sales, and goings-on when it comes to buying clothes online. InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on January 4, 2021 @ 01:28PM Pin Share Tweet Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Getty Images Yesterday's Congressional swearing-in ceremony was (mostly) quite a day for mask fashion. The newly expanded "Squad," which has welcomed progressive Democratic representatives Cori Bush and Jamaal Bowman to its ranks, showed off a wide variety of mask styles that included KN95s, kitenge fabric, graphic prints, and neutral shades — proof that there's plenty of options no matter your personal style. One particular mask (or mask accessory, rather) we couldn't help but notice was worn by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, whose pale pink cloth mask was accompanied by an elegant chain strapped to both sides. Mask chains are a helpful and hands-free tool for keeping ear-loop masks on your person when moving in and out of spaces that require face coverings. This simple solution keeps your mask close by but also out of your pocket or purse, where it could become dirty or contaminated. Face mask chains may be an entirely new COVID-era accessory category, but AOC proves they can also be surprisingly stylish. Her chunky chain perfectly matches the soft tone of her mask and dress while adding a pop of texture. Better yet, mask chains are so affordable, with options on Amazon starting at just $9. Shop the best AOC-inspired mask chains below. Get the look: KAI Top Retro Tortoise Shell Mask Chain Shop now: $12 (Originally $13), amazon.com Covanlumci Face Mask Lanyards Chain Shop now: $9; amazon.com Crimmy Store Mask Holder Chain Shop now: $10 (Originally $11); amazon.com Fullgren Eyeglass and Mask Chains Shop now: $11; amazon.com 17 Mile 6 PCS Face Mask Chain Holder Shop now: $13 (Originally $14); amazon.com Leystare Face Mask Holder Shop now: $14; amazon.com Lace Inn Beaded Mask Lanyard Shop now: $10; amazon.com BeadChica Pearl Mask Lanyards Shop now: $11; amazon.com