Abstract: A reinforcement structure is disposed on a midsole of a shoe. A first bar extends from a first point in a medial side of the midsole to a second point in the medial side of the midsole. The second point is closer to a toe of the shoe than the first point. A second bar extends from a third point in the medial side of the midsole to a fourth point in a lateral side of the midsole. The fourth point being closer to the toe of the shoe than the third point. A third bar extending from a fifth point in the medial side of the midsole to a sixth point in the lateral side of the midsole. The sixth point being closer to the toe of the shoe than the fifth point. The third bar extending further toward the toe of the shoe than the second bar.

Abstract: A shoe includes a sole, an upper, and a welt. The sole and upper define a seam. The welt overlies the seam. The sole includes flex grooves. The upper includes perforations. The welt includes flex slits.

Abstract: A shoe sole comprises a first array of interconnected void cells that is oriented adjacent to a second opposing array of interconnected void cells, wherein the second opposing array of interconnected void cells is geometrically different from the first array of void cells and includes at least one void cell with an asymmetrical perimeter.

Abstract: A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe.

Abstract: A moisture-permeable waterproof shoe includes an upper defining an interior space, an inner sleeve inserted into the interior space and having a sleeve body made from a cut piece, and a sole fixed to a bottom portion of the upper. The cut piece includes an upright velvet layer having a plurality of pile yarns woven between a lining layer and an outer fabric layer of the cut piece, and has a main body with a front convex portion, and two wing portions each including a wing lateral edge connected to the wing lateral edge of the other wing portion, a front curved edge connected to a periphery of the front convex portion, and a rear mating edge connected to the rear mating edge of the other wing portion.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes a sole and an upper. The upper includes a leno woven fabric having a continuous leno weave pattern of a plurality of warp yarns extending in a longitudinal direction and a plurality of weft yarns extending in a transverse direction. The leno woven fabric includes zones having different stretch characteristics.

Abstract: Systems and apparatus related to footwear including a modular lacing engine are discussed. In this example, the lace guide is deformable to assist in facilitating automated lace tightening. The lace guide can include a middle section, a first extension and a second extension. In this example, the lace guide can be configured to define a first route for a lace cable, the first route including receiving the lace cable along the first incoming lace axis and expelling the lace cable along the first outgoing lace axis. In this example, the lace guide can also deflect, in response to tension on the lace cable, resulting in defining a second route for the lace cable, the second route including receiving the lace cable along a second incoming lace axis and expelling the lace cable along a second outgoing lace axis.

Abstract: The utility model relates to the elements for footwear decoration. A detachable shoe adornment comprises a decorative element (1) and an attachment element in the form of at least one flexible tongue (2) which is either an immediate extension of the decorative element or is connected with the decorative element at one end. Flexible tongue or tongues are affixed securely onto the inner surface of the shoe in a manner that the tongue is hidden inside the shoe while the decorative element remains outside. Flexible tongues are made of thin fabric, natural or artificial leather or silicone. A securing element in the form of a layer of adhesive material, a magnet, or a hook is arranged at the surface of the tongue directly in contact with the shoe surface. The tongue can also be in the form of a loop made of a thin elastic ribbon, which is put around the metatarsophalangeal area or the toes of the user's foot before the shoes are put on.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a footwear accessory comprising a pad and sleeve that extends from sides of the pad. The pad having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the pad is wider at the proximal end in comparison to the distal end. The left and right sides of the pad tapers slightly inwards from the proximal end towards the distal end. The sleeve of the pad is configured to be snugly worn in the foot, such that when the foot accessory is worn, the pad is positioned over the bridge of the foot.

Abstract: The invention relates to a quick lacing system (10) for releasably fixing at least one shoelace (20) to a housing (30), which has a channel (40) for feeding through at least one shoelace (20), wherein the channel (40) is at least partly made of a movably mounted rocker (50) with a substantially concave interior (60), which is oriented in the direction of the channel (40), on a first side and at least partly of an eccentric jaw (70), which interacts with the rocker (50) at least in a closed position of the quick lacing system (10), on a second side substantially opposite the rocker. The invention also relates to a shoe equipped with such a quick lacing system (10).

Abstract: Web adjusters for use with occupant restraint systems are described herein. In some embodiments, a web adjuster includes a cross bar operably coupled to a frame, and a release member that is pivotally coupled to the frame and configured to cooperate with the cross bar. In use, a web can be routed through the adjuster so that it passes around the cross bar and between the cross bar and a locking surface of the release member. A user can increase tension in the web by pulling a free end portion of the web through the adjuster. When the free end portion is released, the tension in the web drives the cross bar toward the locking surface to fixedly clamp the web therebetween and maintain the tension in the web. To release the tension in the web, the user can rotate the release member away from the frame, thereby moving the locking surface away from the cross bar and permitting the web to pass through the adjuster.

Abstract: A snap-type fastener arrangement includes various elements. For example, the snap-type fastener arrangement includes a socket component and a stud component. The stud component is insertable into the socket component to releasably couple two items together. The snap-type fastener includes a construction having a relatively low profile that does not extensively protrude outward from the underlying article to which the snap-type fastener is attached. The socket component includes a portion for securing the socket component to a textile layer and a central portion that extends through the textile layer. The stud component may be inserted into a socket aperture in the central portion of the socket in order to mate the two components.

Abstract: A slidable closure includes a first fastener tape and a second fastener tape and a stabilizing fin. A first row of fastener elements extends along a first fastener tape longitudinal edge. A retainer box is positioned near first fastener tape bottom edge and adjacent a bottom fastener element of the first row of fastener elements. A second row of fastener elements extends along a second fastener tape longitudinal edge and is configured to selectively interlock with the first row of fastener elements. An insertion pin is positioned near the second fastener tape bottom edge. The stabilizing fin is more rigid than the first fastener tape and is substantially planar. The stabilizing fin is coupled with the first fastener tape to extend upwardly from a first fastener tape bottom edge and defines a first edge closest to the first row of fastener elements.

Abstract: A fastening element may comprise a first panel and the second panel. The first panel may have a first longitudinal edge and the second panel may have a second longitudinal edge. The second longitudinal edge may be spaced from the first longitudinal edge to form a curvilinear gap. The fastening element may comprise a fastening mechanism coupled to the first longitudinal edge using an adhesive. The fastening mechanism may comprise a zipper tape and a plurality of teeth. The zipper tape may be configured by applying the adhesive on at least a portion of the zipper tape and cutting through the adhesive and zipper tape to define a plurality of cut-outs in the zipper tape.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a clasp with a mechanism to lock one or more keys. The key can be affixed to an end of an ornamental item such as a chain, pendant, or charm. The clasp can include an inlet port for inserting a key and one or more channels for guiding the key towards one or more locking pockets. A compressible material can resist movement of the key along the channel and can prevent unwanted removal of the key at the locking pocket.

Abstract: An earring system including a needle-shaft member having a proximal end and a distal end; a first plate member optionally slidably along or secured to the proximal end of the needle member; and a second plate member including a through hole and being slidably disposed along a length of the rod, the first plate member and the second plate member being magnetically attracted to one another, the through hole including a frictional lining, whereby said first and said second plate members support a decorative jewelry element in an earring system. Alternatively, an earring system kit includes the first and second plate members each with a through hole and magnetically attracted therebetween, for use with conventionally provided earring elements.

Abstract: A convertible pendant is disclosed in which a link connects to a first ornament. The pendant may have a first configuration in which a second ornament is housed within the first ornament and a second configuration in which the second ornament is deployed from the first ornament. In either configuration, the second ornament may be connected to the first ornament so that the second ornament is not easily lost. In a third configuration, the first and second ornaments may be detached from the link. The different configurations provide a pendant that may be adapted to suit different occasions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a gemstone comprising a girdle dividing the gemstone into a pavilion and a crown having a table surface; a tier of facets cut into the pavilion at a position immediately below the girdle; and a continuous groove. The groove facilitates mounting to a collet having a mounting rim. The continuous groove is located in the tier of the facets cut into the pavilion. The placement of the tier of facets and continuous groove does not obstruct light return.

Abstract: A suitcase having a base and a lid where the lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies is disclosed. The lid may comprise an upper shell, and the base may comprise a lower shell. The upper shell and the lower shell may be seamlessly formed to create a water resistant and/or waterproof suitcase. The suitcase may have an extendable trolley handle assembly that is externally attached to the base of the suitcase. The trolley handle assembly may comprise a pair of extrusion assemblies that are connected to the base of the suitcase and connected to each other by a grip. The suitcase may also have a removably secured interior liner.

Abstract: A terminal holder and a terminal case are disclosed. A terminal holder according to an embodiment may comprise: a holding plate which can be attached to a terminal; a fixing part which is disposed in the holding plate; and a support plate which is selectively connected to the fixing part and supports the holding plate on the ground in a state where the support plate is connected to the fixing part.

Abstract: The invention provides a cover for a tablet computer having a decorative frame suitable for being arranged on a front side of the tablet computer wherein the decorative frame forms a plurality of connectors for receiving one or more replaceable decorative elements; and one or more replaceable decorative elements each having at least one corresponding connector.

Abstract: A wallet kit including a wallet with a housing that has a front wallet wall, a rear wallet wall opposite to the front wallet wall, an upper wallet wall, a lower wallet wall opposite to the upper wallet wall, a first wallet side wall between the upper wallet wall and the lower wallet wall, and a second wallet side wall, opposite to the first wallet side wall and between the upper wallet wall and the lower wallet wall. A wallet pocket configured to hold a card is formed by the front wallet wall, the rear wallet wall, the upper wallet wall, the lower wallet wall, and the second wallet side wall. A first wallet opening is formed in the first wallet side wall, and is configured to accept insertion of the card into the wallet pocket. An elastomeric wheel is arranged inside the wallet pocket.

Abstract: A wallet kit for a mobile electronic device or a mobile electronic device case. The wallet kit includes a wallet with a housing defined by walls of the housing. A wallet pocket configured to hold a card is formed by the walls. A wallet opening is formed in one of the walls and is configured to accept insertion of the card into the wallet pocket. An elastomeric bumper is arranged inside the wallet pocket.

Abstract: A compact, portable art case is contemplated with (1) an area within the case to store blank sheets for artwork, (2) an exterior surface of the case with a mechanism for holding the artwork in place and serving as a backdrop while coloring, drawing or painting, and (3) a tray interlocking with the case to hold colored pencils or other art supplies necessary to create the art.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bag for packaging luggage, which has one or two openings for introducing the item of luggage into the bag, each opening comprising tamper-proof adhesive tape for closing same. The bag can also comprise holes for the handle and the wheels of the item of luggage. The bag is made of pliable, flexible plastic.

Abstract: A holster with adaptable pockets for hands-free use and carrying of electronic devices. The pocket configuration may be adapted according to need. A first pocket is “sleeve like” and is defined by a front and back panel, a tongue on the bottom, and may include an elastic restraining cord on top. The tongue is pendant from the front wall and is looped as a “stirrup” under the pocket space and brought up inside the pocket, where it is adjustably attached to an inside surface of the back wall. To mount a second pocket on front of the first pocket, the tongue is reversibly disengaged from the back wall of the holster, the coverflap of the second pocket is inserted upside down and backwards into the first pocket, and the tongue is inserted through a slit from front to back of the second pocket coverflap before being returned to its attachment on the back wall of the first pocket. The second pocket is then folded forward over the front upper lip of the first pocket and rests at the front.

Abstract: A container with an integrated security slot includes a device for securing an electronic device, which includes a container having an opening with a closable access flap; and an integrated security slot in the container, wherein the closable access flap includes a hole for accessing the integrated security slot.

Abstract: A stowable work surface for use with luggage or any wheeled container with an upright, vertically extendable handle portion. The device is configured to attach to the vertically extending supports for the extendable handle. The construction of the device may be modified depending upon the number and spacing of the vertical supports. The device is of unitary construction and includes no moving parts. More importantly, the device can be stored within the luggage as it requires very minimal space and does not need to be collapsed for storage.

Abstract: The present invention relates a hair iron having a dual lever structure. More particularly, a clip is axially coupled to an upper portion of a cylindrical iron body, and a lever extending upward from a rear of the clip is pressed or released so that hairs are elastically pressed to be set variously. In addition, left and right extensions protruding downward from the rear of the clip are inserted and assembled into an auxiliary lever, and a pressing force of the clip is adjusted by additionally pulling the auxiliary lever after elastically pressing the hairs using the clip, so that hairstyles such as straight, wave or curl are set more effectively.

Abstract: A method for hair straightening comprising the steps of heating a hair plate (20) at a working temperature (T), applying to the hair a gas flow that changes the gas environment around the hair, and simultaneously passing the plate (20) slowly over one lock at a time carrying out a plurality of passages. In particular, the gas environment around the hair is composed of air wherein the chemical components have been varied (for example, it is hydrogen enriched), or the oxygen percentage has been varied, or a gas compound normally not present has been added. The relative straightening device comprises a gas flow generator (10) connected, through a conduit (14), to a dispensing plate (20) heated by heating means (21); the generator (10) comprises a hydrogen generator (11) connected to dispensing means (24) provided on the dispensing plate (20) at the heating means (41).

Abstract: A removable hair dryer sleeve accessory to surround the barrel or blowing nozzle of a hair dryer to protect they user from extremely high temperatures. The sleeve portion fits snugly to the barrel or blowing nozzle of a hair dryer. The sleeve is made from a single material and the material is a heat resistant material. The sleeve is flexible.

Abstract: A scraping device has a scissor-like construction with two blades. Each blade can extend in a same plane as handle of the device. One of the blades is more dull than the other, the dull blade adapted to abut a part of the human body without causing any permanent physical change thereto, and the other being sharper than the dull blade which is designed to cut or remove part of the body. In some embodiments, one or both blades are rotatable in a plane which is normal to the direction of rotation of the handles relative to each other. In other embodiments, the blades are fixed at an angle relative to the handles and/or direction of movement of the handles. The dull blade may be inline with the handles while the sharp blade and/or cutting edge of the sharp blade is out of line therewith.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for dispensing and applying a liquid, semi-fluid or pasty cosmetic or care product, having an elongate and hollow rotary body (3) and an elongate and hollow outer shaft (2) that are butted together and are rotatable with respect to one another, an applicator end piece (4) being secured to the end of the rotary body (3), said rotary body (3) and outer shaft (2) forming an interior volume in which there are formed a pierced cylinder (5) having a longitudinal duct (51), and an inner shaft (1) having an open end through which the pierced cylinder (5) is introduced and a closed end so as to form a reservoir for the cosmetic or care product (P). The pierced cylinder is fixed in translation with respect to the rotary body.

Abstract: [Problem to be Solved] To provide a cosmetics container gasket and a cosmetics container that can be comfortably used by a user.

Abstract: A hand-held applicator includes a first applicator layer adjacent a first reservoir and a finger-receiving space for securely holding the applicator. When the first applicator layer is external facing, the fill material is dispensed outside the applicator and when the first applicator layer faces into the finger receiving space the fill material is dispensed into the finger-receiving space and applied to the finger or fingers in the finger-receiving space. The applicator may further include a second applicator layer adjacent a second reservoir and opposite the first applicator layer and first reservoir to securely store and dispense a second amount of the fill material. Reservoir access layers separate the first applicator layer and first reservoir, and the second applicator layer and second reservoir and transform between a first, closed position where the fill material is securely stored in a reservoir and a second, open position where fill material is dispensed from a reservoir through an applicator layer.

Abstract: A container for carrying cosmetic product comprises a central container with first and second openings, the first opening configured to accept a first vial and the second opening configured to accept a second vial wherein the first opening and the second opening are substantially the same size, and wherein the first vial and the second vial are substantially the same size; and two caps, each cap having an open end and a closed end, the cap designed to accept a cap insert into the open end, wherein the cap insert comprises a rod, wherein the rod is configured to accept an applicator tip, and wherein the rod is configured to be inserted into the vial when the cap is placed over the first opening or the second opening of the central container.

Abstract: An applicator device or dispenser includes an applicator tip assembly and a housing which may, in some examples, have a reservoir for containing a product, such as a cosmetics product or a medicinal product. The applicator tip assembly may be coupled to the housing and may comprise a thermal storage applicator portion having an application face for applying the product to a surface, the thermal storage applicator portion being made from a material that is capable of storing and retaining and/or transferring thermal energy during application of the product. The applicator tip assembly may further comprise a main body portion having a product delivery passageway extending through the main body portion for dispensing a product to the application face of the thermal storage applicator portion, the main body portion configured to at least partially enclose the thermal storage applicator portion at a periphery of the thermal storage applicator portion.

Abstract: Methods and an apparatus for providing a portable beauty tool assembly is described. The assembly includes multiple accessories, such as a mirror, tray, and container that may be useful as beauty tools. Further, the assembly has a unique structure that allows the apparatus to be adjusted into several different functional positions. Each position configures the assembly for hands-free use of the multiple accessories. The assembly can be placed into a vertical hanging position, a neck position, a leg position, or a tabletop position. The assembly includes a plurality of adjustable arms that provide the adjustable movement, such as extending, collapsing, and rotating, that is necessary for configuring the assembly into the various functional positions. Additionally, the assembly includes a hook arm, which can be used for attaching, securing, or stabilizing the various functional positions. The assembly can include additionally accessories, such as lights, tray inserts and mirrors having different magnifications.

Abstract: A terminal images first and second images respectively indicating facial images of a user before and after makeup, acquires information on a type or region of the makeup performed by the user, and transmits the first and second images and the information on the type or region of the makeup in association with each other to a server. The server deduces a makeup color of the makeup performed by the user based on the first and second images and the information on the type or region of the makeup performed by the user, and extracts at least one similar makeup item having the makeup color based on information on the makeup color and a makeup item database, and transmits information on at least one similar makeup item to the terminal. A terminal displays information on at least one similar makeup item transmitted from the server to a display unit.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and system for guiding users to use an applicator such as applicators for facial skin, the method and the system including: a step/unit of displaying an application surface and a graphic to point out the target area, to a user in real-time; a step/unit of detecting the location of an applicator, to confirm alignment of the applicator to the target area; a step/unit of detecting the action of the applicator on the target area; and a step/unit of notifying a progress and/or a completion of the applicator action, for example, by the color change of the graphic to point out the target area. The method and system improve user's compliance with use instruction, and/or efficacy of the applicator.

Abstract: A backpack may comprise a main body defining a first compartment, a first shoulder strap extending from the main body, a second shoulder strap extending from the main body, a cinching layer disposed adjacent an exterior surface of the main body, a first cinching cord coupled to the first shoulder strap and the second shoulder strap, and a second cinching cord coupled to the main body and extending through at least a portion of the cinching layer, wherein the second cinching cord is slideably coupled to the first cinching cord such that a tension applied to the first cinching cord causes the cinching layer to apply a compression force from the cinching layer toward the front exterior surface of the main body.

Abstract: An outer garment carrier including an attachment mechanism and a shoulder harness adapted to mount at least a portion of the attachment mechanism at or above the superior angles of the wearer's scapulae.

Abstract: A hammock made of a fabric is cut into a four-sided shape having curved end edges and straight side edges. The curved end edges each define a pair of convex curves surrounding a concave curve. The hammock allows for a flat lay experience that permits a user to lay in any direction.

Abstract: A modular attachment aperture array having an aperture array layer, wherein the aperture array layer comprises a plurality of spaced apart array apertures, wherein each array aperture is formed of two substantially equal length, substantially parallel sides and an arcuate side joining respective upper terminal ends and respective lower terminal ends of each of the arcuate sides, wherein each of the array apertures is formed through the aperture array layer, and wherein the array apertures are arranged in a repeating sequence of spaced rows and spaced columns, and wherein the aperture array layer is at least partially attached or coupled to at least a portion of the carrier material.

Abstract: An support structure of an article that has a tamper deterrent structure. The support structure, such as a handle, includes segments that are connected by a series of connectors. Both the segments and the connectors, on their own, are designed to prevent their use as a weapon. The connectors provide structure to the segments when the support structure is used as intended but are positioned so the support structure will fail upon intentional manipulation. This manipulation causes the support structure to break into smaller pieces in the event the support structure is attempted to be fashioned into or used as a weapon.

Abstract: A washing brush to wash a container having a long length. The washing brush includes a handle part, a shaft part connected to the handle part, a sliding part configured to slide along the shaft part, a strip part coupled to the lower end part of the shaft part and lower part of the sliding part, a brush part attached to the outside of the strip part; and a position adjusting part configured to adjust a relative position of the shaft part. The sliding part is pressed to spread the strip part and the spread can be varied by the position adjusting part by adjusting the relative position of the sliding part with respect to the shaft part. A washing brush is provided that can simply and quickly wash a cylindrical container by allowing a washing part to be spread according to the shape of a container.

Abstract: An applicator for applying a cosmetic composition to the eyelashes or eyebrows, including a core, at least one element attached to the core, each element comprising a central part fitted onto the core and at least one application member carried by the central part, this application member having a proximal half attached to the central part and a distal half extending outward from the proximal half, a composition collection surface being formed by a relief on the distal half that defines a concavity that is open radially toward the outside.

Abstract: A cleaning brush for cleaning laps of siding featuring a brush base with brush elements attached to the back and top surfaces of the brush base formed to compliment a lap of siding. The cleaning brush further comprises a four direction swivel mean attached to the brush base for engaging a handle wherein the cleaning brush can be extended to various heights to engage laps of siding. When in use, the cleaning brush comes in contact with a lap of siding and is slid laterally across a lap of siding removing debris from the siding.

Abstract: A cleaning roller is mountable to a cleaning robot. The cleaning roller includes a sheath comprising a shell, an outer diameter of the shell tapering from a first end portion of the sheath and a second end portion of the sheath toward a center of the roller. The cleaning roller further includes a core including a central portion interlocked with the sheath to rotationally couple the core to the sheath and inhibit relative translation of the sheath and the core along an axis of rotation. An inner surface of the sheath and an outer surface of the core define an air gap therebetween, the air gap extending from the central portion of the core longitudinally along the axis of rotation toward the first end portion or the second end portion.

Abstract: A support surface assembly includes a housing including a chamber and an opening. The support surface assembly also includes a support surface retractably coupled to the housing between a deployed position and a stored position. The support surface includes a plurality of slats pivotally coupled together, wherein each slat comprises a first end opening and an opposing second end opening. The support surface assembly also includes a plurality of rods associated with a corresponding slat of the plurality of slats. Each rod is positioned entirely within the first end opening of a first slat in the stored position and each rod is positioned partially within the second end opening of an adjacent second slat in the deployed position.