Golden Heel – A fashion-first prosthetic leg

ROLE

Individual project

Art Gallery project @ “Society.Exclusive

DURATION

2 months (8 weeks)

TOOLS

Fusion 360 l Keyshot l Photoshop l Illustrator

OVERVIEW

Golden Heel is a prosthetic leg concept designed for the Met Gala, rethinking prosthetics as objects of fashion rather than solely medical devices. I identified three essential challenges in prosthetic design: limited aesthetic choice, the dominance of function over personal expression, and social stigma surrounding disability. Inspired by high-fashion footwear, I developed the Golden Heel to celebrate individuality and style, turning the prosthetic into a statement piece. The design highlights how prosthetics can move beyond functionality to become empowering symbols of identity, creativity, and cultural participation.

GOLDEN MET GALA

This project explores prosthetics as both fashion and identity. Inspired by sculpture, gold, and bold form, it challenges the idea that assistive devices should blend in. It’s about confidence, expression, and celebrating what makes us different — not hiding it.

I created this piece for a company, Society, as a personal passion project. It sparked amazing conversations around disability, visibility, and self-image — showing how design can shift not just perception, but attitude.