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.
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The Best Cyberpunk Clothing, Because It's 2024, Dammit
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