Hong Kong designer Marie France Van Damme has launched a new online lifestyle and e-commerce platform Curated by MF.
The site is designed to support the designer’s personal network of boutique designers, businesses and craftspeople, listing globally sourced curated products and exclusive private label pieces.
“In a time of health crisis and economic uncertainty, as small business owners, we have to support one another to weather the current downturn,” said Van Damme
“I have been traveling the world for the past 40 years. On my journey, I have developed relationships with craftspeople from the Souks of Marrakesh, with traders in the bustling streets of Hong Kong and Bangkok, and with small business owners from around the globe. Let me introduce you to my very talented friends who share my passions. They work with the finest artisans, their creations are limited, beautiful, and are ethically sourced.”
Curated by MF features pieces from L’Objet to Jay Ahr’s limited-edition collection of vintage hand-embroidered Vuitton and Hermes Birkin, Kelly and Constance handbags, among many other boutique items. Van Damme introduces a new designer, featuring a curated selection of their artisanal items, on a fortnightly basis. The snake at the top of this story is a US$10,000 necklace from Lotus Arts de Vivre.
The designer is known for her globally influenced line of luxury resort, ready-to-wear, and swim garments.