Inspiration

One of the things I love most about Reconstruction is that every project begins with a conversation. Before we ever talk about design details, stone layouts, or metal choices, we usually spend time talking about people: parents, grandparents, marriages, children. The memories [...]

A man who wears what he wants without explanation? To me, that’s wildly attractive. Sexy, even. Long before modern American menswear decided men were only allowed to wear a plain wedding band and maybe a watch, men across cultures wore rings, chains, signets, adornment, heirlooms and [...]

The truth is, many people are sitting on their next favorite heirloom piece without even realizing it. And often, those pieces are tucked away because people don’t know what’s possible. At CMD, we frequently reuse original stones from heirloom and sentimental pieces while [...]

Some clients walk through the door and you just kinda know. Carol was one of them. I caught a glimpse of her and felt it immediately. I've always had a strong intuition about people — it's something I've learned to trust completely over the years. And the moment I saw Carol, I could feel the weight she was [...]

We love jewelry that holds a story but doesn’t need to shout about it. The initials sit subtly at the ends of the cuff — visible enough for you to see, but understated enough that the meaning remains personal. The new Chosen Family Cuff and Wide Chosen Family Cuff are the kinds of pieces that quietly become part of [...]

It’s easy to say “woman-owned.” It’s more meaningful to pause and remember that every woman-owned business begins with a little girl who had the curiosity, creativity, stubbornness, and imagination to make her dreams come true. Probably a little bit of fearless chaos, too. International Women’s Day is about honoring the journey — the girlhood, the awkward [...]

This one goes out to all the people who show up and to the ones who stay steady. Extra love to those who listen, who guide, who make space, who remind us of our own brilliance when we lose sight of our own direction. These six new designs celebrate connection and the bonds [...]

We’re not saving this magic for Metal Madness anymore — you’ll want to keep an eye on our drops year-round. (Trust us.) Unexpected shapes. Limited metals. Approachable pricing. And that same OOAK energy we all love. In my experience, I find that during [...]

As we approach International Women's Day, I want to introduce you to the remarkable women who bring CMD to life and share some of the inspiring stories that have shaped my journey. Please join me in celebration of strong female role models everywhere this Sat, 3/8 at The CMD Shop from 11am to 4pm [...]

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 [...]