Confi-defense

A line of jewelry to promote the feeling of safety in physical and mental aspects.

Women much more likely to experience sexual violence. These issues will take time be resolved in society but a this jewelry line can help to address the way one feels and give them a better chance to defend one self if need be. Making sure the user is prepared mentally and physically if need be.

Research

Women Experience Crime Disproportionately than Men

with women experiencing a higher level of sexual violence

Types of Defense

Preventative Defense

threat not realized but done in order to reduce fear or reduce possibility of crime

Deterent Defense

threat realized but meant to discourage someone from doing something

Self-Defense

threat is realized and the use of tools or defending one self it necisary to evade the threat

Concept Sketch Models

since an essencial part of the design is about physical soothing techniques I found the best way to explore the form was through clay sketch models

Finalizing Form

Based off of forms that represented power and strength while providing comfort

Bracelet Design

To follow the similar design langauge as the necklace

Con-defense Line

2 pieces that help the individual defend themselves in all ways: Preventative; Deterrent; and Self Defense

Preventative

To improve the ability to act accordingly and without, fear the person can sooth themselves using the necklace. By using this technique it keeps them focused the present, making them less likely to freeze instead of acting in a stressful situation.

Detterent

The whistle is used to deter the aggressor from harming the user. It will be more instinctual since the user might already have their hands on the necklace to calm down and relieve anxiety.

Self-Defense

Without proper training it can put someone in harms way to defend oneself without maintaining distance. The goal of the bracelet is to spray the offender with pepper spray so that the user can get away limiting further damage.

Con-defense Line

Whistle, Worry Necklace, and Pepper Spray Bracelet

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