Fred Brooches
Fred’s fine jewelry sparkles with joyful exuberance. Although it was founded almost a century ago as Fred Paris, 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.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Fred rings, earrings, bracelets and more.
20th Century French Fred Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Fred Brooches
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Fred Brooches
Onyx, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Fred Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Fred Brooches
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Gold
1970s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Fred Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Fred Brooches
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Fred Brooches
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Lapis Lazuli, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s Modern Fred Brooches
Yellow Gold
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Fred Brooches
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Contemporary Fred Brooches
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1960s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Fred Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Fred Brooches
1950s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Absolutely Adorable! 1960's Puppy Dog by that iconic designer, Fred Paris is realis...
1960s French Vintage Fred Brooches
Turquoise, 18k Gold
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of the Fred brand begins in 1936. That year, a young jeweler named Fred Samuel founded a shop in Paris, France.
Samuel was known for his casual yet sophisticated style, working with diamonds, pearls and colored gemstones to create smart jewelry for all occasions. The sign above his storefront on rue Royale initially was branded with the founder's full name, but during the 1940s, the "Samuel" part came down. Samuel created his famous Force 10 bracelet 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.
In 1996, Fred Paris was acquired by the luxury holding company LVMH. Fred Samuel passed away in 2006, but Fred Paris continued his legacy in jewelry. The 2016 Chance Infinie line paid homage to the creativity and playfulness of the company's founder.
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