Melanie Schlossberg Smith

Dirigible Designs explores the intersection of tradition and modernism through hand-fabricated silver jewelry. Each piece reflects a commitment to craftsmanship, intentional design, and material integrity. Their work balances clean, architectural forms with organic textures to create expressive pieces meant to be worn and treasured. Every piece of jewelry is built using traditional metalsmithing and lapidary techniques, with all silver hand-fabricated and most stones cut in-house. The process includes applying matte black patinas, 24k gold gilding, and casting recycled silver to minimize waste. The result is small-batch and one-of-a-kind jewelry, defined by architectural lines, rich textures, and asymmetry.