Jude Frances

Although they are as different as white and yellow gold, when Jude Steele and Frances Gadbois met at a charity dinner in 2002, they instantly knew they would make ideal business partners. Seven years later, not only have they become best friends, but together, they have turned JudeFrances Jewelry into a multi-million dollar brand retailed in Neiman Marcus and luxury boutiques across the country.

Frances, a mother of two who ran an interior design firm prior to launching JudeFrances, oversees design and operations for the company. She was born in the English countryside and favors more romantic, classic styles. Inspired by architecture, she created the Limited Edition Collection, inspired by a trip she and Jude took to Italy for Frances’ 40th birthday. “The iron grill work I saw in Venice inspired our new diamond overlay designs.”

Jude, mother of three, leads sales and marketing. This Texas native inspires the edgier side of the line. Her favorite piece in the line is a white gold cuff bracelet with a diamond cross that Frances gave her as a birthday gift. Jude is inspired by fashion and style and has a knack for staying ahead of the trends.

Starting with their now-famous signature interchangeable hoop and charm earrings concept, JudeFrances has evolved into a comprehensive line featuring beautiful necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings across several collections, including the limited edition and bridal collections, as well as their core and seasonal offerings. Each delectable piece perfectly reflects what today’s classic, smart, sexy, luxe sophisticate adores: a unique aesthetic, uncompromising quality, and 18K gold jewelry designed with diamonds and luxurious semi-precious gemstones.

Headquartered in Southern California, JudeFrances is coveted by the media, consumers and celebs alike – from Oprah Winfrey (who recently purchased a JudeFrances piece from Neiman Marcus) to Kristen Chenoweth, who was the face of JudeFrance’s advertising campaign.