How does it feel to be broken? For me, wearing a brace for two years felt deeply insecure. Inspired by the Japanese Kintsukuroi philosophy, where broken pottery is repaired with gold, making it more precious than before. I reimagined and rebranded the experience of wearing body braces, adding both fashion and emotional value.
I created a series of brace accessories designed to enhance the experience of wearing a brace. These pieces symbolize strength and reshape how we perceive braces. Over time, they become a part of you, and you might realize you no longer need to be “mended.”
