Abstract: A hang-on eyeglasses includes a mounting structure formed of a first positioning member and a second positioning member for fastening to the top and bottom walls of the brim of a covering for the head of a person, and an eyeglasses, which has an eyeglass frame pivotally connected to a pivot holder at the second positioning member and two eyeglasses fastened to the eyeglass frame.

Abstract: The head cooling apparatus is housed in a case removably fitted within an existing hat crown of a hat, without structural modification to the hat. The case has a plurality of air vents including an intake and a trio of vents which direct air across a hat wearer's head. The fan within the case is adjacent to the intake. The non-evaporative refreezable cooling cartridge is removably fitted within the case. The switched power source within the case is in communication with the fan and a power source. The fan forces air into the intake, across the cooling cartridge and out the vents toward a wearer's head.

Abstract: A helmet-attachable communication device includes a communication unit wirelessly connected to a mobile communication device and having a case externally provided with a plurality of keys and an expansion slot; a fixing unit externally arranged on the case for attaching the communication device to an outer side of a helmet; a microphone/speaker unit externally connected to internal circuits of the communication unit and mounted in the helmet; and an expansion unit inserted in the expansion slot. A motorcycle rider with the communication device attached to the helmet can use the mobile communication device during riding safely without the need of holding the same with one hand. With the expansion slot, other expanded functions can be added to the communication device according to the user's need, giving the communication device enhanced functionality and practicality.

Abstract: Accordingly, a removable and chambered cap bill cover is disclosed. One embodiment comprises a cap bill cover having at least one chamber for storing accessories, wherein the at least one chamber is shaped to contain a specific object between the cap bill cover and a cap bill, and clips to attach the cap bill cover to removably attach the cap bill cover to a cap bill. Another embodiment comprises a cap bill cover having at least one chamber for storing accessories, wherein the at least one chamber is shaped to contain a specific object between the cap bill cover and a cap bill, and tabs to attach the cap bill cover to removably attach the cap bill cover to a cap bill.

Abstract: There is disclosed an improved cap construction formed by a head portion for seatment on a user's head and a brim extending outwardly from the head portion. The brim is provided with an opening having a discrete geometric configuration, and an insert is provided having a geometric configuration with mates with the opening's geometric configuration. The insert may be formed of a plasticized tinted material to filter the sun's rays to the user's eyes. The insert may also be provided with indicia imprinted on the exterior surface thereby to provide a promotional function by the cap.

Abstract: A head gear that provides entertainment and effective advertising with a main body and an attached visor body having an upper portion and a lower portion pivotably connected to each other. The main body fits over or around a wearer's head. The upper portion of the visor body has an area for receiving markings, and along the perimeter of the area is a plurality of light source for illuminating the entire area. A user can make different markings in the area. In an open position, the upper portion is at a substantially right angle relative to the lower portion such that the area with the markings is displayed to a viewer in a forward position. In a closed position, the area is concealed and protected by the lower portion. Use of ultraviolet light emitting diodes and phosphorescent or fluorescent markings provide enhanced entertainment and advertisement value.

Abstract: Stem holders are attached to opposing sides of the headwear crown, each forming an opening extending from its front edge to its back edge. The front and back edges of each stem holder may be partially attached to the crown such that the opening is larger along the front than along the back. At least a portion of the opening may be angled downward from front to back. For brimmed headwear, a raised flair may be positioned on the brim to create a pocket between it and the crown. For brimless headwear, the raised flair may be attached to the front of the crown to form a pocket between it and at least a portion of the crown. In either the brimmed or brimless configuration, the lens portion of the glasses will rest in the pocket when the stems of the glasses are inserted into the stem holders.

Abstract: An article of headwear, having a contact surface which contacts a wearer's head is use. The contact surface comprises a therapeutically active agent, a therapeutic effect of which occurs on contact of the agent with the wearer's skin.

Abstract: A modular head wear system includes a base cap structure defined by seams, an inner head band, a base band, and a front section. The base cap structure is adapted to receive interchangeable panels that fit over the openings.

Abstract: A hat to which an MP3 music player is connectable in the field of daily-used items is provided, which includes a hat body. An earphone is respectively disposed at two sides of the hat body. Connecting joints are disposed at outer sides of positions corresponding to human ears on the hat body. Connecting pieces corresponding to the connecting joints are disposed on the earphones. A connecting wire between the two earphones is disposed within the hat body. A slot for accommodating the MP3 music player is provided on the earphone at either of the two sides. An input plug of the earphones is disposed in the slot. The input plug is electrically connected to the earphone at the corresponding side. When the device is used, the MP3 music player can be connected to the input plug in the slot and no connecting wire is exposed outside. The earphones at the two sides can be pulled out from the connecting joints, so that only the connecting joints are left on the hat body, which is neat and clean.

Abstract: Structures and methods applicable, for example, to apparel and accessories. Such a structure might, for instance, include a layer imparting rigidity. A layer might, for example, be situated above the layer imparting rigidity. Alternately or additionally a layer might, for instance, be situated below the layer imparting rigidity. Situated within one or more discontinuities might, for example, be one or more magnets. One or more platforms might, for instance, be situated above such a layer situated above the layer imparting rigidity. Alternately or additionally one or more platforms might, for example, be situated below such a layer situated below the layer imparting rigidity. One or more items placed on one or more of the platforms might, for instance, be attracted to one or more of the magnets.

Abstract: A article of clothing suitable for providing protection from the elements and wearable on the head having means of securing and directing illuminants whereby providing its user safety in low light. The article of clothing is further configured to be airborne providing its user with entertainment such as a light show and exercise both day and night.

Abstract: A pair of eyeglass holders is designed to engage over the lower rims of respective opposite side portions of a hat, visor, or other headwear. Each eyeglass holder has a spring clip for gripping the respective hat side portion and a retainer or gripper secured to an outer leg of the spring clip. The grippers are designed to engage and releasably retain the respective arms of a pair of glasses with the glasses in an inverted orientation. Each gripper is secured to the outer leg of the associated clip to extend upwardly from a location closer to the lower end than the upper end of the clip so as to hold the respective arm of the glasses at a location relatively close to the lower rim of the hat.

Abstract: An embodiment of a baseball style cap and stereo combination having a crown, a brim/bill, a sweatband, and two amplified stereo speakers concealed within the brim/bill is disclosed. The baseball-style cap combination further includes a battery holder/forehead cushion housing a battery holder concealed within an inner surface of the baseball-style cap combination by a flap. Also included are wires connecting the battery holder to an amplifier concealed within the sweatband and wires connecting the amplifier to the speakers. A stereophonic music generator sends a music signal which is provided to the amplifier by any suitable means of communication, like an audio cord or wireless by means of infrared or Bluetooth wireless technology.

Abstract: A golf ball aligning device (GBAD) (10) that is disclosed as a golf visor (12) and as a golf cap (80). Both the visor (12) and the cap (80) feature a bill (40) that has a front square edge (44), an upper surface (50) and a lower surface (52). To the lower surface (52) and adjacent to the front square edge (44) of the bill (40) is applied a dark non-glare finish (60). Alternatively, to the square front edge (44) of the bill (40) can be attached by means of a living hinge (58) a square movable tab (48) also having a dark non-glare finish (60). The dark non-glare finish (60) when viewed by a golfer, aids in aligning a straight ball trajectory along a golf course. The GBAD (10) can also be designed to include a bill adjusting assembly (114) that interfaces with the right and left head bands (26),(32) and the respective right and left hand bands (26, 32).

Abstract: An audio source device may be used with a garment such as a hooded garment by passing the audio wires into a channel in the hood and having them exit the hood inside hollow lanyards with earbuds at the ends. A means to fix the wires and the lanyards to each other inside the hood is shown; and a means is shown to prevent lateral movement inside the hood.

Abstract: An ornamentation device is preferably a jewelry device for temporary attachment to headwear or clothing. The device has two superimposed sides joined at a portion of their periphery and spaced apart from each other at an opposite portion of their periphery to create an opening into which the headwear/clothing would be inserted. A retaining member, such as a spring bar, on the inner surface of one side firmly holds the device to the headwear/clothing until the retaining member is manipulated to release the headwear/clothing.

Abstract: A cap for providing a distinctive appearance for a person includes a head cover being positionable over a portion of a head of a person. A bill is coupled to the head cover and extends outwardly from the head cover to shade eyes of the person. A band is removably positioned on an exterior surface of the head cover. The band is positioned adjacent and coextensive with a bottom edge of the head cover. The band includes a loop portion and a single raised section spaced from the exterior surface. The band extends upwardly from the bottom edge of the head cover and above the bill. The raised portion is adjustable to adjust a length of the loop portion to frictionally engage the head cover. At least one decorative item is insertable through the raised section.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for decreasing breath condensation on a facial garment or covering. In one aspect, for example, a system for creating a breathing space between a facial covering and a subject's mouth and nose can include a facial covering operable to at least partially encircle at least a portion of a subject's head and/or neck and a facial spacer operable to be removably positioned between the facial covering and the subject adjacent the subject's mouth and nose. The facial spacer is free to move relative to the facial covering when the facial covering is in position adjacent the subject's mouth and nose.

Abstract: There is provided headgear having a variety of components. In one form, the headgear includes a camera mounted to a brim thereof. Camera accessories that can be mounted to the headgear can include a switch, a control panel, a view finder, one or more lights. In another form, the headgear includes a heat sink mounted to the brim to dissipate heat generated by powered components of the headgear, such as the camera, a circuit board, one or more lights, or the like. In yet another form, the headgear includes a rotary switch for energizing the one or more lights and/or operating the camera.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide a wearable hat to which is attached a video display 14. A central processing unit 16 within the device controls the images which are visible on display 14. The user may select digital representations of images, drawings, motion pictures or text and place these digital representations into digital data storage media accessible to central processing unit 16. The user may select the order and duration of the images to be shown on display 14, and the image display sequence is executed by 16 during the operation of the invention. Electrical energy is supplied by electrical power source 18. While the device is in operation, the user may wear this device on top of their scalp in a manner customary for the wearing of hats.

Abstract: A sports visor having attachment points by which to affix and remove from a sweatshirt or jacket hood. The visor is comprised of a top face and a bottom face and may be secured to the hoot with a securing means located on the back of the visor.

Abstract: The present invention is a cap with a standard camera or camcorder mounting system. In some embodiments the cap includes a washer, nut and 0.25 inch diameter 20 thread count per inch bolt or screw. In some other embodiments the ¼? diameter, 20 threads per inch bolt or screw is integrated into the brim of the cap. That is the material of the brim, preferable a plastic, is constructed with the screw so that the brim and screw are one piece.

Abstract: The present invention is a cap with a standard camera or camcorder mounting system. In some embodiments the cap includes a washer, nut and 0.25 inch diameter 20 thread count per inch bolt or screw. In some other embodiments the ¼? diameter, 20 threads per inch bolt is attached to the brim by means of a custom assembly.

Abstract: A magnetic fastening device with discrete slidable adjustments, comprising first and second sheets, each having a plurality of magnetic section elements with first and second poles disposed in alternating groups defining predetermined abutting patterns. The magnetic section elements are abuttingly disposed in two groups. In one group, the elements' magnetic field is disposed in one direction perpendicular to the sheets. In the other group, the elements' field is disposed in the opposite direction. The groups repeat themselves in an alternating pattern. The movement of the first and second sheets is constrained to keep them in an abutting relationship with respect to each other over a predetermined path over the first and second sheets, thereby permitting the sheets to be slidably movable along a predetermined distance relative to each other in discrete steps that overcome the attraction and repulsion forces of the magnetic section elements upon the application of a pulling force of a predetermined magnitude.

Abstract: An attaching apparatus and method that is adaptable to a pre-existing hat for holding the cannula of an oxygen user while he or she is mobile, and a hat that is capable of easily and removably attaching a cannula and can be desirably worn in public.

Abstract: Stem holders are attached to opposing sides of the headwear crown, each forming an opening extending from its front edge to its back edge. The front and back edges of each stem holder may be partially attached to the crown such that the opening is larger along the front than along the back. At least a portion of the opening may be angled downward from front to back. For brimmed headwear, a raised flair may be positioned on the brim to create a pocket between it and the crown. For brimless headwear, the raised flair may be attached to the front of the crown to form a pocket between it and at least a portion of the crown. In either the brimmed or brimless configuration, the lens portion of the glasses will rest in the pocket when the stems of the glasses are inserted into the stem holders.

Abstract: A sports-type cap comprises a crown structure and a bill attached at its first edge portion to a crown structure's lower edge portion. A fabric strap is secured at its first end portion within an interface between the crown structure and the bill, and extends outwardly from the interface over the bill's upper surface. A first magnet is attached to a second end portion of the fabric strap. A second magnet is attached to the bill adjacent its second edge portion. A third magnet is attached to the crown structure at a location above the interface. The magnets are jointly positioned and configured to allow the first magnet to be selectively engaged with/disengaged from the second magnet for securing the fabric strap in a stowed orientation and to allow the first magnet to be selectively engaged with/disengaged from the third magnet for securing the fabric strap in an eyeglass-securing orientation.

Abstract: There is provided hands-free lighting, components thereof, and other accessories combined with the hands-free lighting. The hands-free lighting is preferably lighted headgear including hats and includes various accessories for use therewith, such as a protective switch guard associated with hat packaging surrounding an activation switch to prevent inadvertent activation while still allowing intentional actuation thereof.

Abstract: Variously configured brackets, for displaying a flag and mountable to or integrally formed with a support member such as a helmet, are disclosed. One bracket includes an elongated cantilevered mast and a retention lip, the beam angled upwardly from the bracket and adapted to receive a sleeve formed along one edge of the flag inserted thereover and having a deflectable free end that is forced downwardly into captivated relation with the lip. Other brackets have a chamber and passage arrangement, respectively, for mounting a pole provided along one edge of the flag and passing the flag through the bracket. In one, the pole is parallel with and moved into a chamber at the rearward side of the bracket and the flag passed through a passage. In another, a chamber extends between the opposite lateral sides, the chamber and pole are coaxially aligned, the pole is inserted into the chamber, and the flag passed through the passage.

Abstract: An illuminated cap in one embodiment includes a crown comprising a visor and a nonrigid arc member around a bottom edge of an inner surface of the crown; a light source assembly comprising a circuit board, light emitting members connected to the circuit board, a switch connected to the circuit board, and at least one cell on the circuit board; a transparent member on a rear strap of the crown and comprising a groove with the light emitting members mounted therein wherein the transparent member is lit when the light emitting members are activated; and a translucent member on an outer surface of the transparent member and comprising openings arranged as a predetermined shape wherein emitted light is adapted to pass through the transparent member and further pass through the openings to show the predetermined shape as a warning to the rear incoming vehicles in the night.

Abstract: A removable washable liner system for headgear. The system may be used to line headgear of different materials, sizes and/or geometries. An embodiment of the system generally includes a liner body with a base layer and a moisture layer that is attached to the inner surface thereof. A means for releasably securing may attach the liner body to a portion of headgear. In some embodiments, the system includes at least one deodorizing substance.

Abstract: A pencil cap is described, as a lightweight baseball style cap having a crown and a bill and a 2-inch by 4-inch strip of reclosable fastener hook material attached to the side of the crown and a separate 1-inch by 0.75 elastic style reclosable fastener loop material sleeve. The positioning of the reclosable fastener hook material strip is 1.5 inches above the bottom ridgeline and located on either the left or right side of the crown to accommodate left hand or right hand use. The reclosable fastener hook material strip is used as a contact point to attach the reclosable fastener elastic style loop material sleeve. The sleeve is affixed around a standard carpenter pencil. The pencil cap with the reclosable fastener strip and reclosable fastener sleeve is used for convenient external storage and location of the carpenter pencil for use by carpenters, painters, plumbers, construction workers, draftsmen and the like.

Abstract: Customizable sports hat side clips and connecting coverlets that can provide easily mounted promotional and/or decorative materials as well as very functional accessories that can easily be added to the hat.

Abstract: A peripheral vision safety system and device expands peripheral vision of an individual without impeding forward vision. The expanded zone of peripheral vision provides a new level of safety for flaggers and other construction site members by reducing the risk of injury or death from passing vehicles, heavy equipment, and other hazards not in their direct line of sight. A peripheral vision safety device includes a detachable mounting clip for removably securing it to the brim of a safety helmet or cap or other type of head covering. A peripheral vision safety device includes multiple adjustable couplings configured for optimal positioning of the reflector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clip type light emitter, and in particular to a clip type light emitter capable of enhancing a visual field at night by detachably engaging a clip type light emitter to a leisure cap (including hat) generally used for a mountain climbing or fishing or travel or various sports. The clip type light emitter comprises a casing forming a body; a plurality of lamps provided at a front side of the casing at regular intervals; a switch part provided in one side of the casing; a battery provided in the interior of the casing; and a clip provided in an upper side of the casing and having one side end integrally engaged with the casing and having a certain elastic force, wherein the clip type light emitter is detachably engaged to a leisure cap (including hat) used for a mounting climbing, a fishing or various outdoor leisure and sports.

Abstract: A hat with a solar system comprises: a body, a power supply device, a lighting device, and a solar panel, wherein the power supply device is disposed on the body and has a control unit and a battery, the control unit has a charging circuit and at least one external charging connector that is electrically connected to an electronic device, the battery is able to charge the electronic device; the lighting device has a switch and at least one LED lighter and is electrically connected to the battery of the power supply device and turns on or shuts down the LED lighter; and the solar panel is electrically connected to the battery and transforms absorbed light into electric power, which is stored in the battery. Therefore, the present invention continuously provides power, lighting and safety reminder while the present invention is being applied in an outdoors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flexible plated cooling pack for headwear and a method for making the same that is capable of providing a sufficient cooling effect with a small amount of coolant, not causing worry about leakage of the coolant, and providing a cushion effect without a volume variance regardless of many uses, as well as the cooling effect. The flexible plated cooling pack has an inner and outer synthetic resin film sheet bonded each other and a coolant filled therein, wherein the outer synthetic resin film sheet has a shape respectively corresponding to a piece of the crown portion and a sweatband and the coolant is always maintained in at least a gel state. The flexible plated cooling pack may be disposed in an inner portion of the crown portion and the sweatband of the headwear or may be inserted in a pocket formed at an inner portion of the crown portion and the sweatband of the headwear.

Abstract: A hard hat with radio frequency communication includes a hat body and a vibrator carried by the hat body. A transceiver for receiving and transmitting radio frequency signals is connected to a processor. The transceiver and the processor are carried by the hat body. The processor is programmed to activate the vibrator to notify a wearer of a radio frequency signal received by the transceiver and to transmit an acknowledgement signal via the transceiver. A power source is carried by the hard hat for powering the vibrator, the transceiver and the processor.

Abstract: A hat member has a lower rim with a scarf attached thereto which extends between the temple areas around the back of the head. The scarf has an eye edge proximate the lower part of the eye sockets and extends from there to an area proximate the juncture of the neck with the torso or trunk. The scarf is loose and has folds under the chin so that a coat or other outer garment can be positioned and closed there over without restricting movement of the user. The scarf extends from the rim down proximate the nape of the neck to protect the back of the head and the rear of the neck. The hat member has a crown into which the scarf member can be positioned and stored while the hat is being worn. In turn the scarf may be moved between a stored position in the crown of the hat member and a deployed position removed from the crown and deployed over and about the head of the user.

Abstract: This present invention is for cooling the forehead, face and armpit of a person or imparting cool feeling. The cooling member comprises a water-absorbing material sheet sandwiched between a flexible planar material provided with a ventilation means, having an adequate hardness, and capable of holding its shape, capable of being bent in a predetermined direction and in the reverse direction a plurality of times, and having a curvature in the predetermined direction and backing cloth having a similar area and a means for dividing the water-absorbing material sheet into parts each having an adequate area corresponding to a vent in such a way that water absorbed in the water absorbing material sheet does not flow out easily into adjacent parts and is used for cooling by allowing the water absorbing material sheet to absorb water and by using its heat of evaporation to cool the surroundings.

Abstract: A sports cap in which a visor has an intermediate support layer bonded with a bottom lining layer and sandwiched between a top layer and a bottom layer, and a positioning block with a center insertion hole selectively fastened to one of recesses on the top side of the intermediate support layer for securing a decorative item by means of fitting a stem of the decorative item into the center insertion hole and magnetic attraction, and jointing the top layer and the bottom layer to the intermediate support layer.

Abstract: A cap in combination with spectacles that are removably coupled to the underside of the cap's visor. The spectacles are pivotally movable from a first deployed position, where the lenses are disposed in front of a user's face to a second stowed position, where the spectacles underlie the visor. The pivoting mechanism is axially biased to provide constant pressure to hold the spectacles in substantially any position.

Abstract: A cleaning cloth apparatus and method therefore capable of being coupled to an article of clothing, such as a hat, necktie, jacket lab coat or the like at one end so that the other end can be used to clean a pair of glasses or other glass-type surface.

Abstract: Adjustable headwear with an integrated flexible cord coupled to the lower crown portion of the headwear. The flexible cord is used to adjust the size of the headwear, and is also used to secure a wearer's hair when the wearer forms their hair into a ponytail. A fastening device clamped to the flexible cord is used to tighten the headwear on the wearer's head.

Abstract: A hat having exterior and interior layers connected to each other only along the periphery of the hat creating an unobstructed interlayer space for insertion of a thermally retentive pack(s) providing for the application of heat or cold to any specific area or all of a user's head, ears, and forehead. The layers and space sized and shaped to fit about the contours of a user's entire scalp, ear, and forehead area. The interlayer space is bounded by the inner exterior and inner interior layer surfaces and a seam (forms??) from the layer's connection, and has no seams creating barriers to the exact positioning of a hot or cold pack where it is required. There is a slit throughout the interior and/or exterior layer through which a specific spot-sized or whole head-sized hot or cold pack is inserted. There is an optional strap for securing the hat about a head.

Abstract: An article of accentuated headwear includes an attire portion configured for attachment to a wearer's head. An electronic visual display and an audio output device are operatively coupled to the attire portion. The headwear includes an electronic memory. A processor is in data communication with the electronic visual display, the audio output device, and the electronic memory. The processor includes programming to actuate the electronic visual display and the audio output device. The headwear includes a user interface for controlling the processor. The headwear includes a power source for powering the processor, the electronic visual display, the audio output device, and the electronic memory.

Abstract: A hat cover protects the face and neck of a wearer. The cover can be designed to fit almost any type or style of hat. The cover is adapted to slip over the outer area of the hat and to be easily attached and detached. The cover includes rear and side wing portions that drape below the rim of the hat to cover the neck and face of the wearer. The hat may be provided with a pouch for containing a cooling medium (ice), if desired. The hat cover may include frames specially designed for use with the cover if no hat is worn.

Abstract: A combined headwear and cooling system preferably includes a headwear, a mechanism for introducing and circulating external ambient air, and a mechanism for selectively discharging the external ambient air from the inner surface area in such a manner that a discharge rate of the external ambient air is regulated along a plurality of separate target zones defined along the curvilinear region. The present invention allows the user to control the air flow along different portions of the curvilinear region and thereby focus the cooling process on regions that are prone to overheat more quickly than others.

Abstract: A sports cap in which a visor has an intermediate support layer bonded with a bottom lining layer and sandwiched between a top layer and a bottom layer, and a positioning block with a center insertion hole selectively fastened to one of recesses on the top side of the intermediate support layer for securing a stem of a decorative item for enabling a golf counter to be detachably fastened to the decorative item by means of magnetic attraction.