Galleries: “Elements with Enid” Exhibits

Galleries of images from eight exhibits in the “Elements with Enid” Floral Art show at Texas A&M, including stunning student work and the vintage Enid Collins bags that inspired it.

News & EventsMichele Van HaeckeMay 1, 2026Special events, Karen AdlerComment

At Texas A&M, the Curriculum Calls for Collins

Nearly 100 pieces from the Finding Enid with LOVE collection traveled to Texas A&M in March to take part in “Elements with Enid,” a floral perspective show using the elements and principles of floral design to take a fresh look at legendary Texas-based mid-century designer Enid Collins.

Looking for “LOVE”? Our AZ Tiki Oasis pop-up shop will offer a rare chance to shop vintage Enid Collins of Texas bags offline, in person

Break out your money trees, Collins friends and fanatics. Finding Enid with LOVE will offer a rare opportunity to shop scores of real, physical Enid Collins of Texas bags at Arizona Tiki Oasis April 29.

Is Enid Collins the Queen of Kitsch? Karen Adler looks at the artistry behind the bling in a special presentation April 28

Beguiling. Bejeweled. Beloved. How do you know when an old handbag is more than just kitsch? When it feels like love at first sight – even 60 years later.