Sabre Paris

Overview

Sabre Paris is a French premium tableware brand specializing in cutlery and flatware, known for colorful, customizable designs that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. It positions itself in accessible luxury through direct-to-consumer sales and a growing retail network, offering seasonal collections with thousands of model, color, and pattern combinations for personalized table settings.¹³⁴

History

Founded in 1993 by Francis Gelb, son of goldsmiths, after designing the initial 'Sabre' knife collection with a square ferrule.¹⁴ The Gelb family developed the brand in their Parisian apartment, focusing on playful, offbeat tableware that modernizes traditional designs for special occasions.⁴ FrenchFood Capital acquired a majority stake, with the Gelb family reinvesting and retaining a significant share to maintain continuity.³

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Manufacturing

Based in Île-de-France, France, with operations in Aigremont, Yvelines, emphasizing regional production.⁵⁸ Products combine traditional French tableware craftsmanship with in-house design processes.³⁴

Notable Products

• Sabre Knife - Original 1993 design featuring square ferrule and complex form that named the brand.
• Colorful Flatware Sets - Customizable cutlery in various hues for seasonal table settings.
• Patterned Couverts - Decorative flatware with motifs treated as tabletop objects.
• Offbeat Collections - Playful designs shaking up traditional luxury tableware.

Reputation

Sabre Paris is recognized by design enthusiasts for its innovative, colorful take on premium cutlery, bridging classic French savoir-faire with modern personalization.³⁴ Professionals note its strong digital presence and accessible luxury positioning.³ Employee counts vary across sources (15-44), indicating a small-scale operation.¹⁵