Welcome to The Ring Bar at CMD, where we embrace the art of mixing metals, shapes, and finishes to create stunning and unique stack sets. Today, we’re diving into the world of mixed-shape stacks — a ring aesthetic that really brings [...]
When I was 25, I embarked on a 6 month backpacking trip that seriously changed my life. It was the catalyst that gave me the guts to start CMD. Here I am 20 years later, I’ve been hustling ever since to build and grow a sustainable company. It’s been thrilling, exhausting, defeating and empowering… all in one and [...]
I’ve been really inspired lately by the tactile and interactive nature when I touch some of my designs and how they feel when I wear them. Introducing Object, I invite you to wear, engage and start a conversation about these very unique pieces. I’m so excited to share this brand new capsule collection with you. [...]
New year, new bling! Use code TWENTYFOUR when you shop online this month for $24 toward any purchase valued at $100 or more. It's the perfect time to treat yourself! In other news… Our extended winter break was a blast, but it’s time to get back to business. We're back in the studio, crafting and creating! [...]
I’ll never forget the first time I learned about Burning Man. It was 2001, I had just moved West and was working in an Oakland warehouse at a furniture design company. There were some people building these large sculptures for the event. When I asked what they were [...]
Each and every morning, I stack up on both hands, donning at least six of my ten fingers in my CMD rings. I like to think of it as my daily armor, helping me to walk through the world feeling fierce and confident. There are MANY ways to stack, but let me share three tried and true methods for building a killer set [...]
Introducing Marilyn Schlossbach - serial entrepreneur, restauranteur, mover and shaker who is always on-the-go and looking to fullfill her creativity. She’s the owner of Langosta Lounge, Pops Garage, Asbury Park Yacht Club (my fave!), Salt Water Market, The Whitechapel Projects, and most recently, Oshin Oil [...]
Introducing Tina Kerekes, a completely bad ass and RAD force in our little city of Asbury Park. When I first met Tina, I was struck by her style - she wore a patterned vintage suit with rocker tee and Bowie inspired boots paired with her funky hair and damn cool vibe. Tina’s a self-proclaimed tri-state gypsy. Jersey is home but Tina moved around with [...]
Introducing Alexander Samuel Hudson AKA Hudson who is a very dear friend of mine. We met in the literal dust at @burningman back in 2007, and I was delighted when he agreed to be part of the Hand Project. Born and raised [...]
Meet Asbury Park’s local pop star, Blaise Anthony Lucarelli. When I first met him I was struck by his exuberant energy and his authentic spirit. You’ll find Blaise performing at music venues like the iconic Georgies, The Saint and House of [...]
2020 was quite a year, I think we can all agree. It was challenging for everyone and forced us to think of new ways of working, socializing and living our lives. As a small business owner in a pandemic, I had to completely shift the way we were doing things to stay afloat. By the beginning of April 2020, my Valencia retail shop was boarded up, I had to furlough my SF team and part of my NY Team. [...]
Mother's Day is almost here, and I'm all about celebrating the irreplaceable mom-figures in our lives. The word "Mom" can mean a lot of things and elicit all kinds of memories and emotions. They could be a grandmother, an aunt, a sister, a cousin, a furmom, a dad who fills the role of mom, or a friend who doles out the best maternal advice. I honor each and every one of those selfless people [...]
