Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais by Teodora Szabo Tonki

Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais by Teodora Szabo Tonki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award in Dearadh Seodra Competition Category.

Cré-umhaSeodra· 2026

Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais

by Teodora Szabo Tonki

Client: Viverté Jewellery

Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award Winner in Seodra Category

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The Design

About Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais

Is fáinne gealltanais é Alilea Alba a fuair inspioráid ó dhamhsaí suirí na n-éan parthais. Cuireann an struchtúr dé-stuach gluaiseachtaí scuabacha sciathán i gcuimhne agus frámaíonn sé an seod lárnach i scáthchruth oscailte. Tá an fáinne déanta d'ór bán 14k agus tá morgainít de ghearradh piorra 3.00 carat agus diamaint 0.76 carat san iomlán suite ann. Leanann na diamaint pavé línte cuartha na foirme. Forbraíodh an cruth trí dhearadh agus phriontáil 3T chun siméadracht bheacht a bhaint amach, agus bailchríoch chúramach láimhe ina dhiaidh sin. Suíodh na clocha go léir faoi mhicreascóp ar mhaithe le cruinneas.

The Recognition

About the Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award, aitheantas an-ghradamach a bhronntar ar dhearaí sármhaithe a mbíonn cruthaitheacht, aireagacht agus géarchúis mar shaintréithe acu. Is déantúsáin ghlic agus chruthaitheacha go suntasach iad buaiteoirí Cré-umha a dhearbhaíonn taithí fhairsing, samhlaíocht agus acmhainneacht a ndearthóirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais ina rud a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear, atá thar a bheith gairmiúil agus nuálach. Ionchorpraíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr san ealaín, san eolaíocht, sa dearadh agus sa teicneolaíocht, agus tá sé sármhaith as a aird ar mhionsonraí. Sásaíonn an dearadh Alilea Alba Fáinne Gealltanais riachtanais go hálainn, bainíonn sé le mianta, cuireann sé draíocht ar mhothúcháin agus tarraingíonn sé fiosracht.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The rings structure echoes the sweeping wing gestures of birds of paradise, framing the morganite in a dynamic, open silhouette that suggests both movement and balance. Its dual arc form highlights the gemstone as the heart of the composition, while the pavé set diamonds enhance the sense of radiant motion. The design stands out through its sculptural elegance and symbolic expression of feminine grace.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 22 mm x Depth 18,5 mm x Height 28 mm
Tags: biomimicry jewelry design, organic form ring, 3D jewelry design, micro-casting, hand stone setting, morganite engagement ring, contemporary high jewelry, bespoke fine jewelry
Production Technology: Crafted in 14k white gold, the ring features a pear cut 3,00 ct morganite and 0,76 ct of diamonds. The form was developed through 3D design and printing to achieve precise symmetry, followed by meticulous hand finishing. All stones were set under a microscope to ensure accuracy and refinement, merging traditional goldsmithing heritage with contemporary technical precision.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge was distilling the fluid, expressive wing movements of birds-of-paradise into a refined, wearable form. Balancing the emotional intensity of courtship with the traditional expectations of an engagement ring required careful restraint. Technical limits of micro-casting and setting stones on curved, flowing shapes demanded multiple prototypes before achieving a form that felt both alive and enduring.
Research: This project is based on qualitative design research exploring how the courtship movements of South American birds-of-paradise could be translated into jewelry. Observation, sketches and 3D modeling were used to study motion and form, supported by videos and scientific sources. Several prototypes tested proportions and wearability. The final design captures the energy of a wingbeat, showing how natural gestures can inspire emotionally resonant, contemporary jewelry with real value for both design practice and client experience.
Inspiration: This design is inspired by the elegant courtship dances of birds of paradise, whose expressive wing movements mirror the rhythm and emotional intensity of passionate relationships. Their graceful arcs and unfolding gestures guided the silhouette of the piece, symbolising confidence, allure and the radiant strength of femininity. The result is a jewel that captures both motion and harmony in a contemporary, refined form
Project Duration: The piece for the competition was created in Szeged and took approximately three months to complete.
Operation Flow: The Alilea Alba ring is worn like a flowing sculpture that gently follows the hand’s movement. Its wing-like curves guide the eye toward the central morganite, creating a soft sense of motion without any mechanical parts. Light catches the stones differently with each gesture, making the ring feel alive. The interaction is simple yet expressive: the design enhances emotion through shifting reflections, giving the wearer a quiet, intimate sense of presence.
Team Members: Teodóra Szabó Tönki
Erneszt Szabó Tönki