ARRAN FRANCES Brand Book | Collection

Conceived in London.Crafted in luxurious cruelty-free leather. Handmade in Europe. Designed for life.

Brand Values2 Handbags thoughtfully designed for a conscious lifestyle.

We create cruelty-free products that celebrate 3material and structural honesty. Since 2016 we havebeen crafting handbags to blend functionality andaesthetics by choosing the highest quality materialsto complement the lifestyle of our customer. Ourproducts are manufactured by small artisanal factoriesin Europe who employ qualified, skilled craftspeople,and have the highest respect for working conditionsand the environment.We believe in challenging the status-quo. Havingworked with leather for the past 2 years, we havebecome conscious of the cruelty towards animals andits impact on the planet. In 2018 we fully committedourselves to using cruelty-free materials and to usingthe most luxurious and sustainable leather-alternativeson the market that can match or exceed the durabilityof natural leather. We invest hugely in research anddevelopment to find new and innovative materials toremain kind towards animals, people and the planet.

Design Process Coming from a product design background, Creative Director Arran Frances Evans approaches fashion differently by reimagining traditional construction methods, exploring new material possibilities and using them to their strengths. Often beginning a new design with a 3D mockup rather than a sketch, Arran takes inspiration from how materials interact with one another and can be formed around one another.4

5Launched in October 2016, Arran Frances’ designs aredefined by their use of structural forms, bold colourcombinations and innovative materials. Each productfeatures their unique combination of bespoke gold-plated hardware and rubber cord, which allow theirproducts to stand out and be recognised at first glance.

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Press Release AW|18 Arran Frances. The latest travel companions to get carried away with. Classic in style, progressive in mind, Iona embodies elegance and timeless beauty while fully embracing modernity. Every facet of her identity is designed to echo dauntless confidence and effortless charm. Her flexibility and versatility matches the endless spontaneity that lives within each of us. Dublin born, London- based designer Arran Frances Evans grew up always fascinated by materials, how things work and how they are put together. After completing an art foundation course in Parsons Paris, part of The New School, she went on to study product design at Kingston8 University, London. On graduating, she worked as a product designer for independent design studios, as well as internationally acclaimed names such as Barber & Osgerby. Coming from a product design background, Arran approaches fashion differently by reimagining traditional construction methods, exploring new material possibilities and using them to their strengths. Respect is one of the founding principles of Arran Frances - Respect for the inspired craftsmanship that goes into each and every one of our products, Respect for the carefully-selected materials, Respect for our diverse range of suppliers and collaborators, and most of all, Respect for our treasured customers. Working with true artisans from diverse geographies, including second- generation leather connoisseurs from central Italy, Arran Frances is intensely committed to our customer’s satisfaction. Resistant to the allure of transient fashion trends, our ethos centres on making products that are a timeless, yet functional, extension of our own personalities. Taking inspiration from materials, structures, and people, our raison d’etre is to create pieces that reflect the spirit and timeless energy of our customers.

Arran Frances treasures Accomplishment. Our brand recognises 9and celebrates the journey and sacrifices required in its verypursuit, not just those of our customers, manufacturers andpartners, but also of ourselves. As with our customers, weapproach every day, every next step of our journey, with honestyand enthusiasm, and our very inspiration is drawn from theexperiences, journeys, and accomplishments of remarkablepeople from all walks of life in all parts of the world. All honestendeavours, be they small or large, personal or public efforts,create a sense of fulfilment and immense personal satisfactionin our customers as it does in us. This is the very source ofour inspiration and it is through you and your own stories ofaccomplishments, that we are moved to design and create.

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11“My main influences for design are materials andmanufacturing methods. I love experimenting withmaterials. I don’t come up with a design and thenforce the materials to adapt to it - I design around thematerials.” - Arran Frances Evans

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Helena Christensen & Jordan Hewson Meghan, Duchess of SussexEllise Chappell Helena Christensen 15

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