Suzanne Belperron

Jewelry designer and luxury creator

Suzanne Belperron - Jewelry designer and luxury creator
Born

September 26th, 1900
124 years ago

Died

1983
42 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A French jewelry designer, recognized for creating distinctive and innovative pieces. Belperron developed a signature style characterized by bold designs and artistic craftsmanship. She worked for prominent clients and became a favorite among celebrities and aristocrats. Her approach blended gemstones and metals in unique ways, contributing to her reputation in the luxury jewelry market. Throughout her career, she created iconic designs that were synonymous with elegance and sophistication, establishing a lasting influence in the field.

Developed a signature style in jewelry design

Created pieces for notable clients

Pioneered the use of unconventional materials

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