A former paratrooper turned award-winning jewelry designer, Udi Behr is a native of Israel who lived through three wars determined to create things of beauty and promote peace. After learning his trade in the Tel Aviv diamond industry, Udi’s fame as an original designer took off upon his arrival in New York City in 1983.

Udi has won acclaim everywhere from The New York Times to People Magazine for his iconic Love and Pride jewelry, including Designer of the Year honors from Luxury Magazine. His jewelry collections have been showcased in leading retail stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Fortunoff’s and Macy’s, and worn by celebrities including Ludacris, Cyndi Lauper, Angela Bassett and Sharon Stone.

9/11 was a turning point in Udi’s life (he and his family still live in lower Manhattan), inspiring him to create the Love, Peace and Hope collection. This became a precursor to all of his exclusive creations under the Love and Pride brand. Seamlessly integrating spirituality with glamour and emotion, they are the finest articulation yet of his extraordinary vision and commitment, reflecting his passion through jewelry design.