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Mo Yun Zhuang Ge

Entrant: Huang Xiaomin, Hu Weibin

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2026

Silver

CategoryFashion & Lifestyle
Class / SubcategoryJewelry
Jewelry Collections
Country / RegionChina

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Sun Ode Jewelry Set reinterprets the cultural heritage of the Zhuang ethnic group through a contemporary minimalist design language. Inspired by the iconic bronze drum and traditional sun motifs, the collection transforms ethnic symbols into refined modern jewelry, creating a harmonious balance between cultural depth and everyday wearability. The set includes a necklace, earrings, brooch, and ring, all unified through a clean and restrained visual language that conveys both sophistication and strong cultural identity.

Departing from the ornate and heavy aesthetics commonly associated with traditional ethnic jewelry, the design reconstructs the sun motif with sharp geometric lines and minimalist forms. This approach preserves the symbolic essence of Zhuang culture while achieving a lighter and more versatile appearance suitable for commuting, social occasions, and modern daily styling. Crafted in white gold and set with black diamonds, white diamonds, black agate, and luminous white mother-of-pearl, the collection creates a striking black-and-white contrast that enhances visual tension and material layering. The interplay between hard gemstones and soft organic textures gives the pieces a bold yet understated contemporary character.

The brooch features a hidden one-click convertible mechanism that allows seamless transformation between a brooch and a hair accessory without the need for tools or disassembly. The mechanism is intuitive, durable, and comfortable to wear, enabling users of different age groups to easily adapt the piece to various styling scenarios. This multifunctional approach breaks away from the single-purpose limitations of conventional ethnic jewelry and significantly enhances both practicality and user interaction.

In terms of craftsmanship, the collection employs high-precision cutting and micro-pavé setting techniques to achieve seamless integration of multiple materials on a white-gold base. The refined detailing and controlled composition avoid the visual heaviness often seen in traditional ethnic accessories, while maintaining strong cultural recognition.

“Mo Yun Zhuang Ge” represents an exploration of how traditional ethnic culture can be revitalized through modern design. By translating ancient totems into a contemporary aesthetic language, the project brings ethnic artistry from ceremonial contexts into daily life, establishing a more natural, youthful, and globally relevant connection between cultural heritage and modern aesthetics.

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