Brooke Garber for Sidney Garber: A Modern Heirloom

As Sidney Garber marks 80 years, its owner and creative director reflects on family, fine jewelry, and the enduring appeal of a legacy built on quality and craftsmanship.

Headshot of Brooke Garber wearing jewelry by Sidney Garber

Brooke Garber grew up in her father Sidney’s fine jewelry store where she developed a keen appreciation for luxury craftsmanship and elegant design. Today, as owner and creative director of Sidney Garber — the original location on East Delaware in Chicago and a second on Madison Avenue in New York — she carries that legacy forward with her own modern eye and effortless sense of style.

In the conversation that follows, Garber talks about growing up in jewelry, carrying her father’s legacy forward, and the ideas of style, creativity, and purpose that continue to shape her work and philanthropic efforts.

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