About Us

Francis, originally from the Northeast and now based in Greenville, SC, is a skilled fashion designer and lifelong artist crafting exclusive, limited-edition bags, handbags, and wallets under his prestigious brand, Francis Borsa. Using premium leather, mohair, canvas, linen, and the finest hardware, he blends timeless elegance with minimalist sophistication. With a background in engineering, physics, and art, Francis designs with meticulous precision, balancing weight loads and material dynamics to create pieces as enduring as they are visually captivating. His work embodies the art of form meeting function, enchanting discerning clients worldwide with clean lines and unparalleled craftsmanship.Inspired by 30 years of global travel with expensive bags that fell short—lacking style, too heavy, impractical, or unreliable—Francis created exquisite, functional designs that transform everyday essentials into heirloom-quality treasures that age with grace. Each piece is handcrafted in a master artisan’s atelier in Greenville, using time-honored techniques to ensure uncompromising quality for a select global clientele, with only a few commissions accepted annually. From his elegant corporate office and design consultation salon on Main Street, overlooking Greenville’s vibrant Falls Park, Francis shapes the future of luxury fashion. When not sketching collections or sourcing rare materials, he pursues his bucket list, traveling to capture landscapes through photographs and referencing them to paint in oil.