Structured scarf
A Structured Scarf is a scarf with a sewn in collar and a plurality of pairs of adjustable flexible fasteners attached to the neck and front torso areas. The adjustable fasteners enable the scarf to keep the neck and torso warm and give the appearance of a traditional full sweater without the bulk when worn under outerwear. The fasteners allow you to adjust the scarf for easy comfort in varying temperatures. The dimensions of the scarf can be varied to suit different purposes.
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention
This invention pertains to clothing, and more specifically to clothing for wearing around the neck and front torso areas.
2. Description of the Prior Art
Traditionally scarves have been worn for style and warmth of the neck and front torso areas. They have been secured by knotting, tying or folding the material into a configuration around the neck and chest. This presented the problem of bulk and a lack of adjustment should the need arise in varying temperatures. For the uncreative, scarves are very cumbersome. Additionally, scarves used for promotion of a brand or logo were limited in exact placement of these logos resulting in an inconsistent visual impact.
Examples of scarves that attempted to meet the forgoing requirements may be seen in U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,867,835, 6,145,131, 2,385,791, 2,942,274, 3,080,566, 3,360,802, 3,605,121, 4,277,849, 4,321,709, 4,788,722, 4,870,707, and 4,942,627. While the articles of those patents are satisfactory to a degree, none combines all the features desired in a consistent structured look with the ease of instant adjustability. For example, some of the garments shown in the forgoing patents are not adjustable, and therefore must be removed in varying temperatures. Some garments fail to cover the torso resulting in drafts and infiltration of cold air. Most are too bulky. None provide a consistent visual representation area for logos.
Thus, a need exists for a scarf which combines the features of warmth and comfort with a consistent shape and instantly adjustability.
The present invention improves upon the design of existing scarves by providing a structured collar and front torso panels which are fully adjustable by flexible fasteners for quick adjustment in varying temperatures. Additionally, the structured scarf provides a consistent and exact area for logos and visual promotion ideas. Other possible uses may include an adaptation for utility workers where the scarf is manufactured in reflective material and may include additional safety features such as pockets for holding life-saving equipment. Medical use is also another adaptation where the scarf would hold hot or cold compresses close to the body, or salves kept in an inside pocket to keep clothes or sheets clean. Another adaptation may be sporting activities where a fisherman can keep warm while having all his lures and tackle readily available in enclosed pockets on the elongated panels or collar areas. Hunters as well will find the convenience of having all their tools readily available and in reach. Additionally, new mothers will love the convenience, warmth and protection provided by the Structured Scarf while feeding and holding baby. Applications within the public office environment are extensive. Most offices have extreme temperatures variances in the late Spring, Summer and Fall. The Structured Scarf allows you to easily adapt the environment to your comfort without the need for a jacket, sweater or other bulky outerwear.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONIn accordance with the present invention, the Structured Scarf provides an improved scarf design which creates a structured look for instant style and warmth without the restriction of material bound around the neck. With a collar, this scarf provides a structured appearance and provides comfort by means of the adjustable flexible fasteners at the neck and front torso areas. The fasteners allow the Structured Scarf to be easily adjusted in varying temperatures. Additionally, the structured collar and two elongated front panels allow a precise and consistent visual representation area for logos.
The Structured Scarf may be made of any suitable material. The collar and two elongated panels may be represented in any shape or dimension depending on application and usage. Certain features such as pockets and attached key rings, etc. may be secured anywhere on the Structured scarf depending on application and usage. The adjustable flexible fasteners may be any current or future closing devises depending on application and usage.
Other advantages and features of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the detailed disclosure.
A. Collar
B. Yoke
C. Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
D. Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
E. Right Adjustable Flexible Fasteners
F. Left Adjustable Flexible Fasteners
A1. Top Front Side of Collar
A5. Top Back Side of Collar
A2. Right Front Side of Collar
A6. Right Back Side of Collar
A3. Left Front Side of Collar
A7. Left Back Side of Collar
A4. Bottom Front Side of Collar
A8. Bottom Back Side of Collar
B1. Front Side Edge of Outer Curve of Yoke
B5. Back Side Edge of Outer Curve of Yoke
B2. Front Side of Left Edge of Yoke
B6. Back Side of Left Edge of Yoke
B3. Front Side of Right Edge of Yoke
B7. Back Side of Right Edge of Yoke
B4. Front Side of Inner Curve of Yoke
B8. Back Side of Inner Curve of Yoke.
C1. Front Side Top Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C5. Back Side Top Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C2. Front Side Left Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C6. Back Side Left Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C3. Front Side Right Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C7. Back Side Right Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C4. Front Side Bottom Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
C8. Back Side Bottom Edge of Left Elongated Front Torso Panel
D1. Front Side Top Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D5. Back Side Top Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D2. Front Side Left Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D6. Back Side Left Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D3. Front Side Right Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D7. Back Side Right Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D4. Front Side Bottom Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
D8. Back Side Bottom Edge of Right Elongated Front Torso Panel
E. Right Adjustable Flexible Fasteners
F. Left Adjustable Flexible Fasteners
E and F are used to close and align the two elongated torso panels.
The present invention will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although the disclosure hereof is detailed and exact to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, the physical embodiment herein disclosed merely exemplifies the invention, which may be embodied in other specific structure. The scope of the invention is defined in the claims appended hereto.
Step 1. Refer to page 1/9
This drawing shows a front view of the completed Structured Scarf. Components are labeled A thru F in the drawing.
Step 2. Refer to the pages of drawings:
Page 1/9
Assemble Panel A from Page 2/9,
Sew the edges of A 4,8 and edges B 4,8 together as seen on page 7/9
Step 3. Refer to the pages of drawings:
Page 1/9
Sew the edges B 2,6 and edges C 1,5 together as seen on pages 7/9
This makes the front left side of the Structured Scarf (Page 1/9
Find components B and C for placement on the finished Structured Scarf.
Step 4. Refer to the pages of drawings:
Page 1/9
Sew the edges B 3,7 and the edges D 1,5 together as seen in Page 7/9
Find components B and D for placement on the finished Structured Scarf.
Step 5. Refer to the pages of drawings:
Page 2/9
Edge A 3,7 from Page 2/9
The assembly of A, C, and F are shown on Page 7/9
Step 6. Refer to the pages of drawings:
Page 2/9
Edge A 2,6 from page 2/9
E and F from Page 6/9
Structured Scarf fully closed with adjustable flexible fasteners E and F, Page 8/9
This drawing shows the structured Scarf in a closed position from the top of the collar to the bottom of the two elongated torso panels. When worn under a jacket, coat or other outer garment, the Structured Scarf gives the appearance of a sweater. This differs from a standard scarf which appears bulky and messy. Also note the applications for exact and precise placement of logos on the collar and front panels. Adjustable flexible fasteners allow you to easily place the Structured Scarf around the neck and manipulate the elongated panels and collar area in varying temperatures. This differs greatly from a traditional scarf which needs to be tied or knotted around the neck without any adjustability allowance for varying temperatures.
Step 9. Refer to Page 9/9 FIG. 9 A and FIG. 9 EThe Structured Scarf when worn outside a shirt, jacket, etc. gives the appearance of a traditional scarf. This is achieved by using the adjustable flexible fasteners in the collar area only, leaving the two elongated front panels to be manipulated in various positions as seen in
Claims
1. An article of clothing comprising two elongated panels, a left and a right, adapted to cover a person's front torso;
2. An article of clothing comprising a collar joined to a yoke and to the two elongated panels;
3. An article of clothing comprising a yoke joined to a collar and to the two elongated panels;
4. An article of clothing comprising a plurality of pairs of adjustable flexible fasteners secured to the collar closing the collar around the front of the neck;
5. An article of clothing comprising a plurality of pairs of adjustable flexible fasteners secured to the two elongated panels closing the two panels across the front of the torso.
Type: Application
Filed: Aug 28, 2008
Publication Date: Aug 27, 2009
Applicant: Benamin Robert Pendleton (Spotswood, NJ)
Inventor: Benjamin R. Pendleton (Spotswood, NJ)
Application Number: 12/231,013