Dear Frances
Balla Mesh Strap
$750.00 AUD
Crafted from sheer Italian mesh, the Balla is every bit as flattering as the classic ballerina but with a subtly seductive twist. Its near-white composition and glove-like fit will lend sleekness and simplicity to wardrobes for work or for pleasure.
Made by hand in Italy.
Runs true to size, select your normal size. If between sizes, select the size down for this style.
Composition: Italian mesh upper with soft leather edges. Leather insole, sock and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Balla Mesh Strap
$750.00 AUD
Crafted from sheer Italian mesh, the Balla is every bit as flattering as the classic ballerina but with a subtly seductive twist. Its near-nude composition and glove-like fit will lend sleekness and simplicity to wardrobes for work or for pleasure.
Runs true to size, select your normal size. If between sizes, select the size down for this style.
Made by hand in Italy.
Composition: Italian mesh upper with soft leather edges. Leather insole, sock and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Balla Weave Strap
$970.00 AUD
A directional ballet flat, hand woven in nappa leather. Detailed with a patent strap and fastened with a lacquered resin buckle. Leather wrapped and padded insole, buffed leather outsole and low stacked cuoio heel.
Made by hand in Italy.
One size down than usual, as material it is more stretchy due to a handcrafted finish.
Composition: Leather weave, hand woven in one piece. Patent leather strap. Leather insole and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Bella Crystals Large
$1,180.00 AUD
A party silhouette for understated souls. Balla, our seductive take on the ballerina, arrives for the holidays covered in large rock crystals. Its glove-like fit is crafted in sheer Italian mesh and finished with leather trim. Wear to bring a subtle party to your look, whatever the occasion.
Made by hand in Italy.
Runs true to size, select your normal size. If between sizes, select the size up for this style.
Composition: Italian mesh upper with different size crystals. Metallic leather border, leather insole wrap and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Bella Crystals Large
$1,180.00 AUD
A party silhouette for understated souls. Balla, our seductive take on the ballerina, arrives for the holidays covered in large rock crystals. Its glove-like fit is crafted in sheer Italian mesh and finished with leather trim. Wear to bring a subtle party to your look, whatever the occasion.
Runs true to size, select your normal size. If between sizes, select the size up for this style.
Made by hand in Italy.
Composition: Italian mesh upper with different size crystals. Metallic leather border, leather insole wrap and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Cade Short Boot
$1,190.00 AUD
Cade is our cool-girl spin on the everyday boot cut generously through the ankle with a utilitarian spirit. Crafted by hand in Italy in soft pebble grain leather, it features a flattering slim fit through the foot and is grounded in a comfortable stacked heel for ultimate pull-on-and-go.
Made by hand in Italy.
Fits true to size, select your normal size. If you are between sizes, select the next size up. Heel height: 4cm (1.5 inches).
Composition: 100% Italian leather upper. Leather insole, lining and sock.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Cigar Flats
$1,050.00 AUD
Cigar is designed to endure in your wardrobe for seasons to come. Made in italy with a round toe and gentle curving form.
Runs true to size. If between sizes, select the size up fot this style
Hell height: 7mm (0.3 inches)
Easy slip on style and wide rounded toe
Made by hand in Italy.
Dear Frances
Tia Flat
$999.00 AUD
A sharp square-toe slingback crafted in Italy of nappa leather with a directional crystal toe-cap, placed by hand. Adjustable, lacquered resin buckle at the backstrap. A hint of a heel for comfort and stability.
Made by hand in Italy.
Runs true to size, select your normal size. If between sizes, select the size up for this style.
Composition: Italian nappa upper and lining. Black suede + crystal toe cap. Leather insole and outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director
Dear Frances
Weston Boot
$1,390.00 AUD
A minimalist's Western silhouette, handcrafted in Italy of tactile suede, refined with tonal topstitching. Free of closures, with stitched welt and smooth leather lining. Stacked cuoio heel for extended wear.
Made by hand in Italy.
Its true to size, select your normal size. Heel height: 6cm (2.4 inches).
Composition: Espresso suede leather Upper. Leather insole and lining. Stacked cuoio heel. Leather outsole.
A sustainable approach for a conscious wardrobe
“The essence of our sustainable approach is our desire to slow fashion down, by focusing on investment pieces that can be worn time and again, season after season. We strongly believe in reverting back to quality, long-lasting styles, with ethical material choices.”
Jane Frances, Founder & Creative Director