GIA Cert Fred of Paris 7.89 Ruby, Emerald, Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Fred Paris’s fine jewelry sparkles with joyful exuberance. Although it was founded almost a century ago, the brand has long been considered a leader in modern and contemporary jewelry design. Each bold cocktail ring, elegant pair of drop earrings and glamorous necklace is imbued with a vibrant personality. 

Fred Paris was the vision of master jeweler Fred Samuel. The son of a French jeweler, Samuel was born in Argentina in 1908. As a young man, he moved to Paris for an apprenticeship and opened his own jewelry shop there in 1936. Samuel was known for his casual yet sophisticated style, working with diamonds, pearls and colored gemstones to create smart jewelry for all occasions. 

Some of Samuel’s most high-profile clients included Princess Grace of Monaco and the King and Queen of Nepal. The sign above his storefront on the Rue Royale initially was branded with the founder’s full name, but during the 1940s, the “Samuel” part came down. Today jewelry lovers commonly know the company as Fred, a brand operated by Fred Paris.

Samuel created his famous Force 10 bracelet collection in 1966, and it became one of the brand's signature pieces. Inspired by its creator’s love for the sea, the Force 10 bracelet features a braided steel sailing cable and a gold buckle. The simple but versatile design is endlessly customizable to go with any wardrobe.

In 1996, Fred Paris was acquired by luxury holding company LVMH (which went on to purchase Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari). Fred Samuel passed away in 2006, but Fred Paris continued his legacy in jewelry. The brand's next significant collection was the 2016 Chance Infinie line, which paid homage to the creativity and playfulness of the company's founder.

Today, Fred Paris is a key component of LVMH’s luxury ambitions. The brand has continued to enjoy significant growth since 2020, contributing to its popularity and esteem.

In 2021, Fred Paris launched the Pretty Woman collection, named for the iconic ruby and diamond heart necklace Julia Roberts wore in the 1990 film, which producers had found at the Fred Paris boutique on Rodeo Drive. The company’s artistic director is Samuel’s granddaughter, Valérie Samuel, who has also worked with Swarovski and Lalique over the years.

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Care and consideration for others has guided Kiersten Elizabeth in her designs. It’s what motivates her as an artist. Every magnificent one-of-a-kind piece she creates is carefully considered for the feelings it will provoke, for the memories it will encapsulate, for the love and joy it will signify. It is particular. It is meant for you. It sings a personal song and radiates a specific light. It tells your story. Like all art, this precious jewelry is informed by its maker’s experiences and personality. It references work that has come before, yet it finds new expression. Kiersten apprenticed with a large international jeweler, learned secrets of the trade, and earned certifications in diamonds and colored gems. The creative impulse was strong, along with her sense of adventure. She began to travel far and wide in search of pristine gems for the stories they can tell. While Kiersten’s knowledge of fine gems and designs has evolved, she’s always maintained a strong belief that jewelry is always about the person who wears it. Each gem is meant to contain meaning, each wearer is meant to look upon her jewelry and appreciate more than its intense color or sparkle. She is meant to feel good while holding memories close. She is meant to channel and to receive love. She is meant to embrace life and those who give it substance. This is what Kiersten Elizabeth contemplates with each precious one-of-a-kind piece of fine jewelry she creates.