Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
Senior Affiliate Writer
maryfrances.knapp@vice.comMary Frances “Francky” Knapp is a writer, translator, and researcher based in New York City. Her work has appeared in King Kong Magazine, Barneys New York, Refinery29, VICE, and others. Her favorite color is Baja Blast.
shopping-home
The Best Bedside Lamps (for Better Sleep, Sex, and Ambiance)
Sex, reading, snoozing—everything is better by the glow of the best bedside lamps, from Japanese lanterns to glass mushrooms.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.22.24
shopping-style
Ferragamo's New Collection Is Ready for Your 'White Lotus' Vacation
Alert your Palermo-based sugar daddies: Ferragamo’s SS24 collection is here, and full of luxurious, sculptural pieces that deserve to be on a yacht.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.22.24
shopping-style
I Tried Koss' Internet-Famous Cult-Fave Porta Pro Headphones
With bright sound and an 80s Linda Hamilton aesthetic, the retro Koss Porta Pros have made fans of TikTokers, Caroline Polachek, and now me.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.21.24
The Best VICE Gift Guide Ever
The Best Gifts for Pisces, Other Than a Hall Pass
This emotional Pisces zodiac sign deserves comfy earbuds, sentimental jewelry (that’s not corny), and a rhinestone tissue holder.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.20.24
shopping-sex
Love IPAs? Now You Can Bone a Beer Can With This Novelty Male Stroker
Talk about getting some frothy head.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.20.24
shopping-deals
The Best Mattresses on Sale for Presidents Day for Better Sleep (and Sex)
“If my house was burning down, and I could only grab one thing, I’d happily die trying to grab the mattress.”
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.16.24
shopping-wellness
This Spray Is Designed to Make Your Cooch and Gooch Smell Like Roses
Need to freshen up after the club? Have a long-haul flight coming up? Right this way.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.16.24
shopping-deals
Need a Phone Detox? The Loftie Alarm Clock Is 20% Off for Presidents Day
The Loftie alarm clock is an aesthetic white noise machine, an ASMR podcast hub, and a great way to help you stop doomscrolling.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.16.24
shopping-sex
The Best Anal Sex Toys for Butt Beginners
Curious about the best anal sex toys? We’re sphincter over heels for these butt plugs, lubes, and bottom-notch accessories.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.14.24
shopping-sex
Give Your SO a Happy Ending Massage With Foria's New, Horny Body Oil
Foria just added another horny product to its VICE editor-loved lineup, and it's a botanical body massage oil worthy of the gods.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.14.24
The Best VICE Gift Guide Ever
Our Favorite Black-Owned Brands, From Streetwear Labels to Matcha Makers
Scoop rad items from these Black-owned gift shops and brands online making everything from personalized jewelry to designer hoodies.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
Nicolette Accardi
2.13.24
shopping-sex
Hold My Lube: These Best-Selling Sex Toys Are on Sale for Valentine’s Day
These to-die-for dildos, our all-time fave air-pressure clit-sucker, and rumbly vibrators are sure to make this Valentine’s Day one to remember.
Mary Frances "Francky" Knapp
2.13.24
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