In its newest High Jewelry chapter, Maison FRED invites us to bask in the glow of heritage and innovation with “First Light”, a 2025 collection that celebrates nearly 90 years of luminous artistry. Titled in two captivating acts – “1936” and “Soleil d’Or Sunrise” – the collection honors founder Fred Samuel’s eternal muse: light.
The “1936” chapter is a glittering tribute to the Maison’s Parisian origins. Echoing Art Deco motifs and Fred Samuel’s passion for cultured pearls and vibrant stones, each of the 10 creations reinterprets the iconic arch – a symbol rooted in the Mediterranean charm and Rue Royale architecture that shaped his vision. The result: dramatic necklaces, rings and earrings that marry Colombian emeralds, Sri Lankan sapphires and Mozambique rubies with diamonds and Akoya pearls in cascading geometries.
Meanwhile, “Soleil d’Or Sunrise” brings the sun’s golden hues to life through nine dazzling designs. Inspired by the Maison’s famed 100-carat yellow diamond, the chapter captures the magic of sunlight at dawn and noon. Transformable necklaces, rings and earrings shimmer with Fancy Intense Yellow and radiant white diamonds, evoking the sun’s evolving brilliance. Sculptural yet fluid, these pieces embody FRED’s mastery of movement and versatility, turning high jewelry into everyday elegance.
From a discreet boutique beneath Parisian arches to a global emblem of joie de vivre, FRED remains the ultimate Sunshine Jeweler. With “First Light”, the Maison doesn’t just reflect the sun – it channels its essence into wearable works of light. As Fred Samuel once envisioned, these jewels don’t merely adorn; they illuminate.
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