Mask Envy

Taylor Jay’s Face Masks Are Both Understated and Elevated

Not only beautiful and comfortable, these masks are also ethical, sustainable, and inclusive

Photos courtesy of Taylor Jay

This story is part of our series “Mask Envy,” where we showcase San Franciscans’ creativity and take a look at some of the coolest masks spotted around the city. Have a look you want to submit? Email us.

Remember back in March when people were cutting up old T-shirts to fashion makeshift masks? We’ve come a long way. These days there are masks for every type of person, from bold and flamboyant to understated, sophisticated, crafty, or tailored.

Taylor Jay’s mask designs fall right at the intersection of cozy, minimalist, and quality, elevated design. In short, these masks are basics for non-basic people.

Jay studied fashion merchandising in L.A., but was left frustrated by an industry that didn’t cater to her body type, so she set out to found her own inclusive line. Her eponymous brand is founded first and foremost on inclusivity and the concept of elevated comfort.