Curvy and sinuous, the Aldora collection by Cristina Celestino shows off the designer’s gifts with rounded forms. A lover of circular and oval shapes, Celestino is the perfect person to reinvent the tete-a-tete sofa. Her Aldora Vis a Vis includes a graceful backrest “inspired by Milanese decadence and graceful calla lilies.”

Created for Dutch brand Moooi, Aldora Vis a Vis reclaims the tete-a-tete. It’s no longer about hiding whatever two lovers may or may not be doing; it’s about ensconcing yourself in opposition to the world around you.

Lean back, hide yourself just enough, and recline in all your glory. Aldora is made for reading Rebecca, eating bon bons, and ignoring everything but your own desires.

Aldora, in fact, is so sumptuous that Celestina and Moooi offer new configurations celebrating leisure: Aldora Sofa and Aldora Chaise Longue. And a leather version of Aldora Vis a Vis has been added to the repertoire.

For more on Cristina Celestino, read her Designer Profile on 3rings.