We are A.K.A Tropicalia
We create Art that you can wear.
Born in Amsterdam, infused with the vibrant spirit of
Rio de Janeiro, A.K.A Tropicalia is where urban energy,
street art, and Latin heritage collide to create something bold
and unforgettable.
We transform artistic expression into hand-assembled,
wearable pieces — designed to bring a splash of creativity
into everyday life.
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Recycled Acrylic Art
Designed by Lua, our signature series gives
new life to recycled acrylic. These unique pieces push
boundaries — merging sustainability, color, and form into
wearable sculptures inspired by contemporary and urban art
movements.âââ
Lua - Creative Director
Lua is a designer whose work spanns continents.
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Originally from Rio de Janeiro, she's collaborated with top artists, from music videos with names like Anitta and Emis Killa to Fashion Rio design shows. As branding co-director of Svetlana, Lua's efforts in sustainability earned her team the Vogue Sustainability "EcoEra" Award in 2016.
After moving to Amsterdam, Lua drew on her grandma's craft legacy, design education, and art history background. Her work has been showcased at events like Dutch Design Week and Rotterdam Art Week, and her pieces are available at the museum stores of the Museum of Latin American Art in Los Angeles, the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam, and the Fundació Joan Miró in Barcelona. She is also a member of PIN – the Portuguese Association for Contemporary Jewellery. Lua’s journey continues to merge tradition and modernity, crafting a distinctive presence in the world of wearable art.