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- - - - Customisable
      - Sustainable
      - Can conceal magnets
    - - Not very intricate
      - Can be less durable under repeated stress
    - - Strong contendor for attatching to magents but not by itself, too weak
  - - - Very to hard to manufacture properly
      - Not durable
      - Might not have high-quality finish
    - - Could be worth trying out, but will not be main idea as too many variable could go wrong
    - - Sustainable
      - Cost-efffective
  - - - Can be expensive
      - Hard to source
      - Need reinforcement
    - - Lightweight, if small
      - Accessible
      - Strong hold
      - Easy to use
    - - Strong contendor but need to make space in budget and add an additive for reinforcement
  - - - Readily available
      - Strong and durable
      - Cost-effective
      - Corrosion resistant
      - Minimal manufacturing skill
    - - Not adhering to traditional methods
      - May catch on costumes/hair if exposed
      - Less secure than magnetic etc clasp when used alone
      - Can add weight if not chosen properly
    - - Should be used as a secondary mechanism aiding the main claps but must look for less heavy alternatives
- - - - Less durable than alternatives
      - Can be brittle under heat
    - - Highly suitable for aesthetics and key aspects of Criteria for Sucess such as Cost and Ergonomics but durability is lacking so must be used as a last resort
    - - Lightweight
      - Allows for modular design
      - Low cost
      - Customisation
  - - - Durable when cured
      - Retains traditional designs and aesthetuc
      - High quality detailed finish
    - - Heavier than alternatives
      - Requires high skill
    - - Suitable aesthetic elements but must ensure ergonomics is not sacrificed and extensive testing must be conducted before final MDP
  - - - Not 3D
      - Cannot retain traditional motifs
      - Can crack under high impact
    - - Although strong option for side pendant due to functional and ergonomic features it does not fit the aesthetic criteria of being culutrally aligned
    - - Lightweight
      - Easy to cut and shape
      - Durable
      - Comfort with use of Illustrator and lasercutter
  - - - Not 3D
      - Cannot retain traditional motifs
      - Absorbs moisture so not durabl
    - - Similar to the issues encountered with the acrylic the plywood is although strong option for side pendant due to functional and ergonomic features it does not fit the aesthetic criteria of being culutrally aligned
    - - Sustainable and easy
      - Proficiency with laser cutter and comfort with Adobe Illustrator
      - Lightweight
- - - - Good light reflection
      - Traditional appearance
      - High-quality finish
    - - High weight
      - Susceptible to breakage
    - - Good for authenticity and aestehtics but can be hard to use for long periods of time
  - - - Lightweight
      - Cost-effective
      - Easy to manipulate (colour, finish etc)
    - - Does not have high-quality finish
      - Susceptible to scratching and breakage
    - - Although good for reducing weight, does not align with high quality look of product
  - - - Lightweight
      - Durable
      - Sustainable
    - - Can look cheap if not chosen right
      - Less traditional appearance
      - Can absorb moisture
    - - Most likely contender, can be easily manipulated, cost effective and easy to source
- - - - Strong and durable
      - Lightweight
      - Comfortable
      - Resistant to moisture
      - Easy to use and manipulate for jewellery
    - - Can fray over time
      - Less culutrally authentic
      - Might look cheap or like a knock-off
    - - Strong balance between cost and ability but can be uncomfortable to dancers and might make jewellery not retain authenticity
  - - - Lightwieght
      - Cost-effective
      - Environmentally friendly
      - Strong culutral authenticity
      - Easy to work with
    - - Not as durable as alternatives
        
        Weakens due to moisture from sweat
      - More frequent replacement might be needed
    - - Strongest contendor as most comfortable and cost friendly in addition to supporting environmentally friendly ethos, however, must ensure it is covered up sufficiently to ensure durability
  - - - Can be uncomfortable to dancers
      - Not traditional
    - - Can be used as a last resort but not strong contendor as comfort will be impaired quite significantly
    - - Durable
      - Strong
      - Retains shape satisfactorily
- - - - Not as durable as alternatives
      - May require reapplication so not as sustainable
    - - As cost is one of the deciding factors, I must ensure that its cost is less than 150 dollars, it might be a strong contender but need to ensure that it is more sustainable
    - - Lightweight
      - Prevents tarnishing, durable
      - Does not change material look
      - Low cost
      - Easy to apply
  - - - Not as durable
      - Not as realistic so diminished cultural authenticity
    - - If cost contraints exceed, will be best contendor but due to diminished cultural authenticy will not be main choice
    - - Lightweight
      - Replicates 'gold' metal look successfully
      - Low cost
      - Easy to apply
  - - - Can increase weight
      - High level of skill to suceed
      - Can be expensive
      - May ruin traditional aesthetic with 'plasticy' look
    - - Highly effective in terms of function but might be challenging to ensure traditional look and must be finalised after careful consideration of budget
    - - Durable protection layer
      - Resistant to sweat and moisture
      - Enhance surface finish so high quality MDP
      - Structural protection
- - - - Not as durable so need strong glue
      - Less traditional appearance if not concealed well
    - - It is the strongest contendor as it can be easily integrated into the design but I must ensure that it is durable and can be concealed properly to ensure a traditional outlook
    - - Extremely customisa
      - Lightweight
      - Modular design support so more sustainable
  - - - Could add weight if not carefully selected
      - May cause discomfort if not properly finished
      - Can catch on fabric
    - - It is not a strong contendor as it is nor ergonomic and there is too much of likelihood that it will be ergonomically friendly
    - - Easy to source
      - Low cost if sourced properly
      - Strong and durable
- - - - More expensive
      - Difficult for beginners
      - Not biodegradeable, unsustaibale
    - - Primarily for the cost, I will opt out of silicon, however I must keep it in my mind due to the functional, ergonomic and aesthetic benefits of the product
    - - Very flexible
      - Easy removal of coast
      - Durable and reusable
      - Resistant to tearing and moisture
      - Intricate so suitable for cultural motifs
  - - - Easily accessible
      - Reasinable detail
      - Low cost
      - Sets quickly
    - - Prone to cracking and chipping
      - Not suitable for longterm moulds
      - Not very durable as it absorbs moisture
    - - The Plaster of Paris is a stronger contendor soley for the lower cost and easy accesibility as I am at risk of going over budget by a lot and I need to compromise on certain aspects to ensure my final MDP has some leeway with budget