Larchmont, CA – Catbird Jewelry, the esteemed New York-based brand, has opened its doors to the vibrant community of Larchmont at 124 1/2 N. Larchmont Blvd, marking its second establishment in Los Angeles. Founded by Rony Vardi and Leigh Plessner in 2004 within a modest 225-square-foot retail space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, the brand recently commemorated its 20th anniversary with the launch of this new location.
Reflecting on the expansion, Sriya Karumanchi, the Marketing and Communications representative for Catbird, expressed delight, stating, “The Larchmont store exudes a neighborhood charm reminiscent of our original Williamsburg shop. We take pleasure in witnessing familiar faces grace our store each day.”
According to the staff, the reception from Larchmont shoppers has been overwhelmingly warm and hospitable, fostering a sense of camaraderie within the community.
Catbird Jewelry has garnered widespread recognition for its iconic Forever Bracelet, a trademarked piece that is custom-fitted and welded onto the customer’s wrist by a skilled Catbird jeweler, affectionately referred to as a “zapper.
“We are the pioneers in this craft, having introduced zapping in 2017! Since then, we have honed our skills and seamlessly welded over 150,000 Forever Bracelets,” states the Catbird website.
Customers are afforded the opportunity to personalize their bracelets with an array of charms, initials, and diamonds, all of which are conveniently available in-store and crafted to complement the shop’s signature delicate style.
In addition to Catbird’s renowned collection of handcrafted pieces, many of which boast recycled or ethically sourced materials, the Larchmont boutique offers an eclectic selection of items including caviar spoons, hand mirrors, decorative brushes, and more, alongside the brand’s distinctive range of wedding rings.