Abstract: The present disclosure provides a bib, comprising a front portion coupled to a collar and two sleeves; a cup portion coupled to the front portion; and a fastener disposed on at least one of a first shoulder extension and a second shoulder extension, the fastener configured to couple at least one of a first shoulder extension and a second shoulder extension to a portion of the bib.

Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for producing a pocket square. The pocket square may include a single layer or may include multiple layers. In some embodiments, the pocket square may include a first layer having a length and width. The first layer may be attached to a second layer configured to have the same length and width as the first layer. Disposed between the first layer and the second layer there may be a third layer configured to maintain a desired shape of the pocket square. In some embodiments, the third layer comprises at least one of: a polymeric material, a non-polymeric material, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, a woven fabric, a non-woven fabric, and/or a fabric infiltrated with a polymer.

Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, an undergarment that includes a pant body having an anterior knit region having a first knitting pattern, a posterior knit region having the first knitting pattern, a first lateral knit region having a second knitting pattern different from the first knitting pattern, extending between the anterior knit region and the posterior knit region, and a second lateral knit region having the second knitting pattern, extending between the anterior knit region and the posterior knit region, and a gusset panel having the second knitting pattern, extending between an entirety of the anterior knit region and the posterior knit region.

Abstract: An aspect of the present invention provides a garment capable of improving a fit of cups for a wearer. A brassiere 1 includes a pair of cups 10, 11 covering breasts of a wearer and back parts 12, 13 extended on the outer sides of the respective cups 10. 11, the back parts 12, 13 covering underarms and a back of the wearer. An angle ? formed by a first imaginary line L1 connecting tops S1, S2 of the right and left cups 10, 11 and a second imaginary line L2 connecting the top S1, S2 of each cup 10, 11 and the center S3, S4 of an outer end of each back part 12, 13, is within the range of ±5°, as viewed from the front side of the cups 10, 11.

Abstract: A composite material for garments, such as shapewear and sportswear garments, is formed of an outer layer that is highly elastic with high compression and an inner layer provided on the outer layer and made of a material that is elastic, waterproof and oil proof. The outer layer is a fabric base fabricated from a blend of polyester and spandex. The inner layer comprises a coating of polyurethane (PU) containing nano-titanium dioxide (nano-TiO2). When used to fabricate a garment, the inner layer of the composite material is adjacent to the body of the wearer when the garment is worn such that perspiration from the wearer's skin and/or skin contact products, such as oil/water based body creams and gels, applied to the wearer's skin are not absorbed by the inner layer and are thereby prevented by the inner layer from being transmitted to the fabric base.

Abstract: A shower garment for providing scrubbing and privacy while showering includes a shell that is meshed so that the shell is configured to allow water to enter and to exit. The shell is flexible and has a bottom that is open. A pair of first holes is positioned in the shell proximate to a top of the shell. A second hole is positioned in the top of the shell between the first holes. The shell is configured to position a body of a user with a head and arms extending through the second hole and first holes, respectively. The shell covers a torso and a pelvic region of the user. A plurality of scrubbers that is selectively couplable to an inner surface of the shell is configured to scrub the user and to screen the user's breasts, genitals, and buttocks from viewing by persons proximate to the user.

Abstract: The glove signalling accessory is a contribution to the safety of people who do any activity at night or in dark environments. It allows any glove or hand to have a piece of reflective or backlit material adapted to it that does not interfere with the functionality of the glove and that adds visibility to a part of the human body, allowing indication or signalling by means of gestures, so that the material that is visible in the dark will increase the safety and the possibilities of non-verbal communication. The originality and functionality of the design of this accessory will make it possible to improve the safety of users of public roads at a very reasonable cost. It also allows participants in sports events to be identified by their hands and can be used as a support for advertising material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a garment (10) comprising an inflatable protective device (11). The inflatable protective device (11) comprises: at least one inflatable bag (12) suitable for moving between a rest condition, wherein it is deflated, and an operating condition, wherein it is inflated; an inflator unit (14) designed for inflating the at least one inflatable bag (12); sensors (17, 18) designed for monitoring the user's body for shocks or unexpected movements; a control unit (19) designed for processing the data provided by the sensors (17, 18) and for activating the inflator unit (14) if, on the basis of the data received by the sensors (17, 18), a danger situation is identified. According to the invention the garment (10) is provided with a display unit (22) which comprises an alphanumeric and/or graphical visual display (24) for providing the user with messages and/or symbols about the internal status of the inflatable protective device (11).

Abstract: A flotation and insulated outerwear garment includes an outer shell portion, a flotation and insulation portion, and an inner liner portion, with the outer shell portion further including material that is at least water resistant, the flotation and insulation portion further including primary areas defined by a plurality of layers of material that provide flotation and insulation, with the plurality of layers of material that provide flotation and insulation being connected to each other by parallel lines of stitching that form channels that facilitate gravity-based drainage of moisture from between the layers, the flotation and insulation portion further including at least one secondary area defined by at least one layer of a different material that is more breathable than each of the plurality of layers of flotation and insulation material, and wherein the flotation and insulation portion and the inner liner portion are connected to the outer shell portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a gripping glove with a gripping attachment disposed on the palm of the glove. To provide flexibility and friction enhancement, the gripping attachment can be a natural or synthetic polymer having elastic properties, such as rubber. The gripping attachment is structured and arranged to wrap at least partly around an elongated object when the elongated object is grasped. The elongated object can be a piece of sports equipment, such as a golf club or a handle of a racquet or a paddle, a handle of a tool such as a hammer, a chisel, or a file, etc.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided to smooth the skin of the wearer of a garment that otherwise presents as excess skin. Generally, an item of clothing interfaces with a resistive structure, such that when the skin has been pulled taut, the restorative force of the skin is at least counterbalanced by force in the opposite direction. The interfacing structure provides sufficient adherence, adhesion and/or friction to the user's skin such that the interface structure remains in place. The formerly loose skin is then held taut. In one preferred embodiment, the first resistive member comprises left directed chevron shaped resistive member and the second resistive member is a right directed chevron shaped resistive member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a functional uniform for preventing foreign matters from being introduced therein, while a wearer is playing sports, and the uniform, which is separated into a top and a bottom, includes: the top having a non-exposed lower part having side slits and an exposed upper part having no side slits, the non-exposed part having a back surface portion located on the back side thereof with respect to the side slits in such a manner as to be inserted into the bottom at the time when the uniform is worn and a front surface portion located on the front side thereof with respect to the side slits in such a manner as to be disposed on the outside of the bottom at the time when the uniform is worn, the front surface portion having at least two or more pulling slots formed long in up and down directions on the upper side thereof in such a manner as to pull out belt loops disposed on the bottom toward the outside of the top and first fixing members disposed on the lower side thereof under the p

Abstract: A belt winch may be formed from stretchy fabric, includes a front panel joined to a rear panel. Flaps may be provided to form interior pockets, which are further formed by stitching or other joining techniques. Internal stiffening and resilient members may be incorporated between the panels at each end, aiding in the structure of the opposing ends of the belt which tie together.

Abstract: A rope belt for securing a garment on the body of a wearer and optionally, for providing a utility to the wearer of always having a rope and buckle for various applications, may have a buckle having a plurality of holes for receiving a rope, and at least one rope having, at least, a first end of the rope passing through at least one of the plurality of holes on the buckle and further forming loop for hooking onto the buckle.

Abstract: A hair bundle apparatus is provided. The hair bundle apparatus includes: a first section comprising a loop member, a first end and a second end, wherein the first section is constructed of a first material comprising one of synthetic hair, an elastic band, wire, and thread; a second section comprising a locking member; and a third section comprising a third end and a fourth end, wherein the third section is constructed of a second material comprising human hair.

Abstract: A head covering garment sheathing the hair. The head covering consists of a cap, two sleeves, a latch and an ornamental object. The cap portion is fitted, and the two attached sleeves are elongated and one and a half inch apart, allowing the user to wrap the sleeves in a crisscross pattern around the perimeter of the head. An ornamental object, which is optionally removable and interchangeable, is located at the end of one of the two sleeves. A “U” shaped latch is located at the end of the other sleeve and is an adjustable and retractable opening, allowing for the ornamental object to pass through, which secures the sleeves in place.

Abstract: A headset for a hydration system is disclosed. The headset includes a fluid conduit adapted to connect to a distal end of a hydration system supply tube, and a magnetic quick connect having an upstream and a downstream coupling member with a common mating axis and which together define a portion of the fluid conduit. The upstream member also includes an off-axis arm that may be rotated about the mating axis without decoupling the coupling members. A headgear mount for use in the disclosed headset is also provided.

Abstract: Remote monitoring of a subject wearing a sports helmet is enabled. In one aspect, an example system includes a safety helmet and a sensor integrated with the helmet for continuously gathering head acceleration force data, the head acceleration force data associated with the head movements of a subject. The system can also include a wireless transceiver coupled to the sensor for transmitting the head acceleration force data and a mobile device for receiving the head acceleration force data from the wireless transceiver. The system can further include a database engine for displaying the head acceleration force data to a user.

Abstract: A plastic football helmet has a shell with a left earflap in a left side region and a right earflap in a right side region, each ear flap having a non-circular ear hole, and an offset area defined on a top edge by a top banked portion and on a bottom edge by a bottom banked portion, the offset area extending continuously from the right ear flap, across the rear region, to the left ear flap. The non-circular ear holes are in the offset area. Both the top edge and the bottom edge of the offset area curve upward from the right ear flap to the rear region and curve upward from the left ear flap to the rear region. The top edge and bottom edge do not meet at any point such that offset area begins at an open right end in the right earflap and ends at an open left end in the left earflap. Cheek support are attached to the earflaps to improve retention of the helmet and provide protection to the cheek area against blows.

Abstract: Visor for a protective helmet, having two retaining arms and two bearing devices for the retaining arms which are attached to a helmet shell of a helmet in order to pivot the visor between two end positions corresponding to an operational position and a parked position in which the visor is folded up and is disposed on the outer surface of the helmet shell. The visor is provided with a soft lip, preferably made from TPU or TPE, at the location where it comes into contact with the helmet shell in the end positions. When the visor is manually activated to pivot out of an end position, the visor is accelerated by resilient pretensioning in the direction of the other end position until the lip is in contact with the helmet shell substantially without recoil. The lip damps the movement momentum of the visor and additionally has a sealing function.

Abstract: An infant hat with magnets and a detachable strap with magnets are described. The magnets in the hat are opposite in polarity to those in the detachable strap. The detachable strap secures the infant hat under the chin of the infant. Alternatively, hook and loop type fastening materials are used with magnets or instead of magnets.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole attached to the upper, and an outsole. The midsole has a footbed and a bottom surface disposed on an opposite side of the midsole than the footbed. The outsole has a ground-engaging surface, an inner surface disposed on an opposite side of the outsole than the ground-engaging surface, and a wall extending from the ground-engaging surface and surrounding the outsole. The article of footwear also includes at least two casings each containing particulate matter and having a thickness extending substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the outsole. The at least two casings are arranged in a layered configuration and received within a cavity bounded by the wall of the outsole and between the bottom surface and the inner surface.

Abstract: Articles of footwear may include a knitted component defining at least part of a void and joined with a sole structure. The knitted component may include an interior knit layer, an exterior knit layer, and a plurality of inlaid courses of a high tenacity yarn between the interior and exterior knit layers. The plurality of inlaid courses of high tenacity yarn may include at least three courses of the high tenacity yarn, each of which may be separated from an adjacent course of the plurality by no more than five courses.

Abstract: A knit component may include a knit-in tensile area, which may include an opening at least partially bounded by a first intersecting portion and a second intersecting portion. A course of tensile material that is integrally knitted with the first intersecting portion via a knit stitch may include a float extending from the first intersecting portion, across the opening, to the second intersecting portion.

Abstract: An article of apparel, a system, and methods include a structural material configured to enable the article of footwear to the worn on a body. A wireless transmission circuit is included and a piezo-electric generator is positioned with respect to the structural material in a configuration to be flexed to induce a voltage signal output. A voltage sensor is configured to sense the voltage profile and output a sensor signal indicative of the voltage profile. An electronic data storage, coupled to the voltage sensor, is configured to store voltage profile information based on the sensor data. A comparator, coupled to the electronic data storage, is configured to identify a change in the voltage profile information overtime. The wireless transmission circuit is configured to transmit data indicative of a physical status of the article of footwear based on the change in the voltage profile information over time.

Abstract: Described are shoes having an upper, and at least one of an outer sole and a midsole connected to the upper. At least one of the outer sole and the midsole is formed of knitwear.

Abstract: A circulation therapy assembly includes a pair of boots that is each of the boots worn on one of a pair of legs. Each of the boots is comprised of a thermally insulating material and each of the boots has a height of at least 55.0 cm. Thus, each of the boots extends above a knee on the legs when the boots are worn. A pair of inserts is provided and each of the inserts is removably positioned within an associated one of the boots. Each of the inserts surrounds the associated leg and a corresponding foot when the boots are worn. Moreover, each of the inserts is comprised of a thermally conductive material. A pair of heating units is each coupled to an associated one of the inserts and each of the heating units heats the associated insert when the heating units is turned on. In this way each of the heating units heats the associated leg when the boots are worn thereby enhancing blood circulation in the associated leg.

Abstract: A method of making a moisture-permeable waterproof shoe includes: cutting a substrate to form a cut piece having a main body and two wing portions; ultrasonically welding rear mating edges of the main body, wing lateral edges of the wing portions, front and rear curved edges of each wing portion respectively to a front convex portion and a lateral connecting edge of the main body to form a shoe-like inner sleeve: sleeving the inner sleeve on a shoe last; coating an adhesive on an inner surface of an upper; sleeving the upper on the shoe last and heating the assembly to form a moisture-permeable waterproof foot cover; and fixing a bottom portion of the moisture-permeable waterproof foot cover to a sole.

Abstract: A stitched article includes a substrate and a first strand portion formed from a bundle of fibers. The substrate has a first region and a second region. The first strand portion is attached to the substrate in the first region and in the second region via a series of stitches formed with a thread and forms a first layer on the substrate. The article has a first concentration of the stitches in the first region along a first length of the strand portion and a second concentration of the stitches different than the first concentration in the second region along a second length of the first strand portion.

Abstract: A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Abstract: A sole for an article of footwear includes an outsole that has longitudinal ribs and a midsole that is disposed above the outsole and that defines notches. The longitudinal ribs are disposed in the notches.

Abstract: An article of footwear may include an upper configured to receive a foot and a sole component fixedly attached to a bottom portion of the upper. The sole component may include a baseplate having a bottom surface. The sole component may also include an arrangement of ground engaging members extending downward from the bottom surface of the baseplate. The baseplate may further include a reinforcing shank arrangement including a plurality of reinforcing strips formed of a different material than portions of the baseplate adjacent the reinforcing strips, wherein at least one of the reinforcing strips forms at least a portion of a base platform from which at least one of the ground engaging members extends.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, an outsole attached to the upper, and a midsole. The outsole is attached to the upper and includes a ground-engaging surface and an inner surface disposed on an opposite side of the outsole than the ground-engaging surface. The midsole includes a footbed and a bottom surface disposed on an opposite side of the midsole than the footbed and opposing the inner surface of the outsole to define a cavity therebetween. The article of footwear also includes a casing received within the casing and defining an interior void. The interior void contains a first quantity of particulate matter movable relative to the casing and a second quantity of particulate matter attached to the casing.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole attached to the upper, and an outsole. The midsole has a footbed and a bottom surface disposed on an opposite side of the midsole than the footbed. The outsole has a ground-engaging surface, an inner surface disposed on an opposite side of the outsole than the ground-engaging surface, and a wall extending from the ground-engaging surface and surrounding the outsole. The article of footwear also includes a casing containing particulate matter and having a length that is greater than a length of the outsole. The casing includes a first fold at a predetermined location along its length. The casing is received within a cavity bounded by the wall of the outsole and between the bottom surface and the inner surface.

Abstract: A sole structure includes a main body formed of a first material and at least one insert formed of a second material. The main body defines first portion of a ground-engaging surface including a first channel defined by a first segment extending along a first axis and a second segment extending along a second axis transverse to the first axis. The one or more inserts are received in sockets formed in the main body. The at least one insert defines a second portion of the ground-engaging surface and has a second channel including a third segment extending along a third axis parallel to the first axis and a fourth segment extending along a fourth axis transverse to the third axis and substantially parallel to the second axis. One of the first channel and the second channel defines an interface between the main body and the insert.

Abstract: A sole for an article of footwear includes an outsole that has longitudinal ribs and a midsole that is disposed above the outsole and that defines notches. The longitudinal ribs are disposed in the notches.

Abstract: Footwear with interchangeable or removable components comprised of an outsole unit, a midsole unit, a flexible material (also known as an upper unit), and a rigid pin-like device that may be placed inside an opening or series of openings, which are formed through the combination of said midsole unit and said outsole unit. Once assembled, the embodiment forms a unified shoe.

Abstract: Footwear is provided and comprises a bottom part comprising a sole and an integral rear upper section, and a separate top part comprising a front upper section. The parts are releasably connected to each other by a releasable fastener. Each part provides a fastener half and each fastener half has a start and an end. The rear upper section of the bottom part includes a heel cap portion. The top part comprises two ends at a rear part thereof and the ends are connected by a strap positioned between the start and end of the top half fastener, and a movable flap is provided and extends over the inside surface of at least part of the heel cap portion. The releasable fastener is a zipper fastener, in which each fastener half has a zipper track with a plurality of teeth, and the number of teeth on the halves is exactly the same.

Abstract: A knitted component may include a course of a first yarn type and a course of a second yarn type, a first surface at least partially formed by the course of the first yarn type, and a cavity formed within the knitted component that is recessed relative to the first surface. A first float formed by the course of the second yarn type may extend across the cavity and may be exposed, and the course of the second yarn type may include a stitch that is knitted into the knitted component adjacent the float.

Abstract: A tensioning system, method, and article of footwear includes a motor, a reel, and a transmission configured to transmit torque from the motor shaft to the reel shaft along a torque path to drive and rotate the reel shaft. The transmission has a compound gear. The compound gear includes a shaft gear, comprising an elongate shaft substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and offset with respect to the motor shaft along the lateral axis, the shaft gear configured to rotate independent of a fixed reference, and operatively coupled the reel and a ring gear, fixedly coupled to a first end of the shaft gear and operatively coupled to the motor.

Abstract: A cufflink with interchangeable setting that allows for an ornamental element to be inserted, removed, and replaced is provided. The cufflink with interchangeable setting comprises a plurality of elongated shafts, a plurality of holding arms, and a securing mechanism. When the interchangeable setting is in its secured position, the ornamental element is immobilized by the holding arms and cannot be removed. The ornamental element may be removed and replaced when the interchangeable setting is in an open position.

Abstract: A belt buckle, including: a belt buckle head and tail clamp. The first connection part is set on the end of the mentioned buckle head that is close to the tail clamp and the second connection part that matches with the first connection part is set on the end of the mentioned tail clamp that is close to the belt buckle head. The other end of the mentioned tail clamp is connected with the two-color belt body. The mentioned first and second connection parts are clamped in a removable way. In this way, the belt buckle head and the tail clamp can be connected in a removable way without using any spring and screw under any force and thus prolonging the service life of the belt buckle head and the tail clamp.

Abstract: The present invention provides an invisible zipper head assembly structure, including a sliding member and a pull member. The sliding member includes a base portion, a first lateral wall portion, a second lateral wall portion, a base seat, and a movable retaining element. The pull member can be movably cooperated with the movable retaining element. The first lateral wall portion and the second lateral wall portion extend upward from opposite side ends of the base portion, respectively. The movable retaining element can be movably placed on the base seat.

Abstract: A slider includes a slider body and a pull. The slider body includes an upper blade and a lower blade arranged to be spaced from each other in an up-down direction and to be parallel to each other, a guide post connecting the upper blade and the lower blade, and a pull attachment portion provided on an upper surface of the upper blade. The pull is attached to the pull attachment portion. A cut-out portion is formed on a front end portion of the upper blade at one of left and right sides with respect to the guide post. The cut-out portion is formed to be positioned at a rear side than a front end portion of the upper blade at the other of the left and right sides with respect to the guide post and than a front end portion of the lower blade.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for operably mounting a slider onto a recloseable plastic zipper closure includes a rotor having at least one slider-engaging shoulder; an insertion wedge adjacent to the rotor and sized to slidably accommodate the slider for mounting onto a zipper closure; and a zipper guide member adjacent to the rotor and adjacent to the insertion wedge for guiding and holding a zipper closure while the slider is mounted thereon. The insertion wedge will have a leading edge and a trailing edge and increase in thickness from the leading edge to the trailing edge. The apparatus can be vertically oriented or horizontally oriented.

Abstract: A watch includes a case having a dial, a first strap attached to a first end of the case, the first strap having a plurality of adjustment holes, a second strap attached to a second end of the case, the second strap having a buckle for mating with at least one of the adjustment holes, an adjustable loop disposed over the second strap and having a base portion and a top plate coupled to the base portion and defining a gap therebetween, the adjustable loop being transitionable between a first condition where the base portion and the top plate are relatively far from one another and the gap has a first length, and a second condition where the base portion and the top plate are relatively close to one another and the gap has a second length, the second length being less than the first length.

Abstract: Disclosed is a gemstone (1), comprising: a crown region (20) having flat octagonal surface (30) at top; a pavilion region (40) having conical shape; a culet region (50) being provided at the tip of conical pavilion region; and a girdle region (10) being positioned between the crown region (20) and pavilion region (40), the girdle region (10) consists of upper girdle portion (11) connected to the crown region and lower girdle portion (12) connected to the pavilion region. The crown region (20) comprises: single table facet (30) having octagonal shape forming the top of crown region; sixteen kite facets (32) being positioned between the table facet and upper girdle portion, eight triangular shaped star facets (31) extending from the table facet to kite facets, sixteen upper girdle facets (33) being situated closest to the upper girdle portion.

Abstract: Provided is a gemstone treated with a cut expressing a reflected image pattern not recognized before, wherein the gemstone includes the crown 100 having the table 110 and plural bezel facets 130, and the pavilion 200 having the culet 210 and plural main facets 220; the girdle 300 is formed between the crown 100 and the pavilion 200; a direction of a horizontal component of an inclination direction of the bezel facet 130 from the table 110 to the girdle 300 is set to be different from a direction of a horizontal component of an inclination direction of the main facet 220 from the culet 210 to the girdle 300; and inclination angles of the bezel facet 130 and the main facet 220 are set so that a light that enters the table 110 is reflected by two of the main facets 220 and emitted from the bezel facet 130.

Abstract: Some umbrellas include a support assembly, canopy assembly, and a toroidal air bladder. The support assembly includes a pump and a handle. The canopy assembly includes a plurality of support ribs attached to the handle, and a sheet attached to each of the support ribs. The toroidal air bladder is coupled to the air pump, and the air bladder disposed about the handle and engages the support ribs.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying foldable footwear that comprises a drawstring pouch having a side pocket that reversibly adjusts between undrawn and drawn states. When undrawn, the pouch is characterized by an opening at the top of the pouch that is dimensioned and configured for receiving a pair of foldable shoes in an interior of the pouch. When drawn, the pouch is characterized by a drawstring arranged on the upper portion sealing off the opening, thereby concealing the interior of the pouch. The apparatus further comprises a collapsible tote bag removably inserted in the side pocket, where the tote bag is configured to reversibly convert between unfolded and folded states. When unfolded, the tote bag is characterized by an interior portion that receives a pair of unfolded shoes, where the interior portion further includes a storage pocket. When folded, the tote bag is completely contained within the second pocket.