Group of Mary Frances embellished handbags, 2000's, (4) incl. (1) "Fairy Dance", olive and red silk dupioni in floral petal design, magnetic closure, chain and beaded strap, approx. 7.5"w, 5"h, (1) western influenced shoulder bag, faux brown leather with stone and bead design, chain and beaded strap, approx. 8.5"w, 4.75"h, (1) bead and quilted shoulder bag, pinks, greens and mixed fabrics, magnetic closure, beaded strap, approx. 8.5"w, 4.75"h, (1) single handle bejeweled evening bag in blue and gold silk, approx. 7"h, 8"w, all Made in Phillipines

Provenance: From a Scarsdale, NY private collection

Notes/Literature: Mary Frances artful handbags and accessories are characterized by fun and luxurious fabrics, beadwork, trims and stones. The unique and bold look of a Mary Frances bag design has inspired many to collect these radiant pieces. Each bag is designed by Mary using the finest fabrics, semi-precious beads, stones, and crystals.
Fans of the Mary Frances collections are as varies as her handbags. These treasures are showing up on the arms of entertainers, artists, fashionistas, and renowned celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Kate Hudson, Jennifer Aniston... and the list goes on. Mary Frances' whimsical designs famed for their collaboration between fabric, texture, unique materials, and colors have fueled her soaring popularity. "Life's too short to not be inspired by your own look!!" Mary Frances exclaims with a big smile! Mary Frances' passion is to provide objects of artistic beauty at accessible prices. Each design is unique and as full of life as she is.
Mary Frances was acknowledged as "star of the show" during Paris fashion week for two consecutive years, and has received the prestigious Best Design award in Milan.

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