Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana by Teodora Szabo Tonki

Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana by Teodora Szabo Tonki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Varahina in Famolavolana Firavaka Competition Category.

VarahinaFiravaka· 2026

Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana

by Teodora Szabo Tonki

Client: Viverté Jewellery

A' Design Award Varahina Winner in Firavaka Category

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The Design

About Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana

Ny Alilea Alba dia peratra fifamofoana nahazo aingam-panahy avy amin'ny dihy fikorohana ataon'ny voron'ny paradisa. Ny firafitra roa miendrika andohalambo dia mampahatsiahy ny fihetsiky ny elatra mivelatra ary manodidina ny vatosoa afovoany amin'ny endrika misokatra. Ny peratra dia vita amin'ny volamena fotsy 14k ary asiana morganite miendrika poara milanja 3,00 karata sy diamondra mitotaly 0,76 karata. Ny diamondra apetraka amin'ny fomba pavé dia manaraka ny tsipika miolikolika amin'ny endriny. Ny bika dia novolavolaina tamin'ny alalan'ny famolavolana sy fanontana 3D mba hahazoana fifanandrifiana marina, narahin'ny fanamboarana amin'ny tanana amim-pitandremana. Ny vatosoa rehetra dia napetraka teo ambany mikraoskaopy mba hahazoana fahamarinana.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Varahina

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ny famolavolana Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana, fankasitrahana malaza be omena ny famolavolana miavaka izay mampiavaka ny fahaiza-mamorona, ny fahazotoana ary ny fahamaotinan-tsaina. Ny mpandresy Varahina dia zavatra vita tanana mahay dia mahay ary mamorona mivantana izay manamafy ny traikefa be dia be, ny sarintsaina ary ny fahaizan-kafoy an'ny mpamolavola azy. Andrasana ho zavatra ankasitrahana be, ankafizina ary tiana, mahay amin'ny asa sady vaovao ny famolavolana Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana. Ity famolavolana nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ity dia mitahiry ny fomba fanao tsara indrindra amin'ny zavakanto, ny siansa, ny famolavolana ary ny teknolojia, ary tsara indrindra amin'ny fitandremana ny antsipirihany. Ny famolavolana Alilea Alba Peratra Fifamofoana dia mahafa-po ny filana tsara, mikasika ny faniriana, mahasarika ny fihetseham-po ary misarika ny fahalianana.

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