Trimmings Patents (Class 2/244)
  • Patent number: 11931994
    Abstract: A composite image heat transfer is disclosed for use on specific merchandising articles, sports jerseys, or other apparel for a specific sport. A scannable mark would be embedded in a heat transfer positioned on a sports jersey, such as a jersey number or a club crest. The scannable mark would be scanned by a user to provide stats, personal information, or other information about the corresponding sports team/club and/or individual athlete. The user can also register the scannable mark and follow the sports team/club and/or athlete on social media. Thus, the composite image heat transfer with embedded scannable mark would link each jersey number with information related to the corresponding player/athlete, and each club crest would be linked to information related to the corresponding club/team. This would enable a strong interaction through social media and other web tools between athletes and/or clubs and fans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: Avery Dennison Retail Information Services LLC
    Inventor: Paulo J. De Castro
  • Patent number: 11819067
    Abstract: The embodiments disclose a multi-team sports jersey including a first sports jersey pattern section displaying a first insignia of a first sports team, wherein the first insignia includes the first sports team colors and a first sports team player number, and wherein the first section is located on a front section panel and a right sleeve section of the sports jersey, a second sports jersey pattern section displaying a second insignia of a second sports team, wherein the second insignia includes second sports team colors and a second sports team player number, and wherein the second section is located on a back section panel and a left sleeve section of the sports jersey, a stitched seam separating the first section from the second section, and wherein the first team colors of the first sports team are different from the second team colors of the second sports team.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Inventor: Glenn Robell
  • Patent number: 11740845
    Abstract: A RIP simulation device that enables a rapid grasp of a part having a problem in RIP speed and a specific detail of the problem is achieved. While the RIP prediction screen is displayed on a display unit, the result display control unit causes the display unit to display a sheet number corresponding to a position that is on a line graph representing a predicted RIP time for each sheet and is being designated by an input operation unit. When a sheet number displayed on the display unit is selected by the input operation unit, the result display control unit causes the display unit to display an analysis result screen indicating an analysis result related to the page corresponding to the sheet number on the basis of the correspondence relationship between sheets and pages when print output is actually executed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignee: SCREEN HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Sho Tomioka, Hiroyuki Segawa, Yohei Onuki
  • Patent number: 11720946
    Abstract: A product or article of manufacture using a method of attaching a digitally printed attaching member to a material so that it can be customized with at least one add-on feature. The method uses 3D printing to produce attaching members with advanced features, providing unique customization capabilities. The method allows products to change their appearance or functionality and offers a new business model that uses the advantages of digital printing technology to enable advanced do it yourself customization of products. The method discloses how to integrate digital images with physical products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2023
    Inventor: George Gabriel Arenas
  • Patent number: 11664991
    Abstract: Methods and systems enabling tracking and managing apparel items are described. The apparel item (e.g. clothing item, shoes, accessories, jewelry and other type of wearables) is tagged and tracked using an inimitable identification tag that is at least partially invisible to the naked human eye, and generating a record of the apparel item in a distributed ledger using the tag data of the inimitable identification tag. The record is associated with a non-fungible token (NFT) on the ledger that allows for tracking the item throughout its life. For example, it is possible to locate and authenticate the apparel item by using the private key associated with the NFT of the token. The apparel item may be tracked starting from a manufacturing phase of the apparel and extending throughout the lifespan of the apparel item. The authenticity of the apparel item can be shown throughout the manufacturing, distribution and ownership stages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2023
    Assignee: CreateMe Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Thomas C. K. Myers, Lawrence Charles Hume, Eduardo Barrón
  • Patent number: 11560301
    Abstract: A saddle pad display system, especially for equine use wherein a strap loop is mounted on the pad horizontally and the display is mounted via a pair of vertical loops. This system makes it easier to add and remove the display quickly and efficiently, ensuring repetitive results. This is especially useful for a competitor or exhibitor display number.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: Partrade Trading Company LLC
    Inventor: Tsou Meng Hao
  • Patent number: 11400253
    Abstract: The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip is a mechanical structure. The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip is configured for use with a patient. The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip is a relaxation inducing device. The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip is rubbed by the patient to induce relaxation. The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip comprises a sheeting structure and a grommet. The grommet mounts on the sheeting structure. The pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip forms the structure that generates that induced the relaxation response for the patient. The grommet forms an anchor point that allows the pressure-relieving finger-manipulated strip to clip to an externally provided structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2022
    Inventor: Earle Hines
  • Patent number: 11374756
    Abstract: Methods and systems enabling tracking and managing apparel items are described. The apparel item (e.g. clothing item, shoes, accessories, jewelry and other type of wearables) is tagged and tracked using an inimitable identification tag that is at least partially invisible to the naked human eye, and generating a record of the apparel item in a distributed ledger using the tag data of the inimitable identification tag. The record is associated with a non-fungible token (NFT) on the ledger that allows for tracking the item throughout its life. For example, it is possible to locate and authenticate the apparel item by using the private key associated with the NFT of the token. The apparel item may be tracked starting from a manufacturing phase of the apparel and extending throughout the lifespan of the apparel item. The authenticity of the apparel item can be shown throughout the manufacturing, distribution and ownership stages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Assignee: CreateMe Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Thomas C. K. Myers, Lawrence Charles Hume, Eduardo Barrón
  • Patent number: 10994375
    Abstract: A galvanometric laser for cutting and/or etching textile embellishments such as transfers or applique's and a method of operation thereof that is capable of visually capturing an incoming graphic image and referencing a cut pattern to the captured image and dynamically adjusting the cut pattern during cutting, etching and/or application of energy from the laser to thereby compensate for distortions in the fabric. The device includes a conveyor with an imaging station at which the graphic product is indexed under a high-resolution static camera with color recognition capability for the purposes of image capture. A high intensity bottoms-up light source resident at the imaging station provides ample illumination regardless of whether the design elements are face up toward the camera or face down toward the light source, or a combination of both.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Inventor: Paul Weedlun
  • Patent number: 10261220
    Abstract: An improved under-eye strip that reduces low-angle reflected light compared to the prior art through the use of a fuzzy material on the exposed surface of the strip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2019
    Assignee: Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc.
    Inventor: Brett Mueller
  • Patent number: 9932471
    Abstract: The present invention provides a crosslinking resin composition comprising an ethylene copolymer and a crosslinking aid, in which the crosslinked product of the resin composition has excellent insulation properties (volume resistivity value). The present invention provides a heat-crosslinking resin composition comprising an ethylene copolymer, a crosslinking agent and a urethane poly(meth)acrylate as a crosslinking aid, and (2) a radiation-crosslinking resin composition comprising an ethylene copolymer and a urethane poly(meth)acrylate as a crosslinking aid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2018
    Assignee: NIPPON KASEI CHEMICAL COMPANY LIMITED
    Inventors: Mabuko Yamaura, Yukio Orikasa, Kazuya Senzaki
  • Patent number: 9566530
    Abstract: The attachment between a puppeteer and a puppet is often ridged and fixed. The result is a puppet that does not look natural in some positions and movements and does not allow the puppeteer the flexibility to change articles, such as costumes or clothing, which are attached to the puppet. Methods and articles are described for creating natural looking puppet devices. These methods and devices allow illusion articles, such as a fake arm, to slide so as to have natural looking contact between the puppeteer and the puppet. The methods and articles also include means for reversible attachment of the puppet from the rest of the puppet device. The result is a puppet that has natural looking positions and movements and allows puppeteer the flexibility to make changes to the articles attached to the puppet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Inventor: Todd C. Sheets
  • Patent number: 9516931
    Abstract: The present invention concerns the field of jewelry and costume jewelry, and in particular its object is a customizable ornament that is suitable for forming, or for being incorporated in, a product such as a bracelet, a necklace, a ring, earrings, a pendant or any other similar personal accessory item.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: EFFE EFFE IMMOBILIARE S.R.L.
    Inventors: Elena Mencagli, Gerard Martin Poubel
  • Publication number: 20150128330
    Abstract: A wrap for covering a protective helmet having an exterior shell that allows for personalization of the helmet in an effective and cost-efficient manner. The wrap has a flexible layer removably disposed around at least a portion of the exterior shell of the protective helmet such that said flexible layer is substantially flush with the exterior shell of the protective helmet. The flexible layer of the wrap may be made of a vinyl material. The wrap may have an additional layer positioned directly over the flexible layer, wherein the additional layer is made of a plastic material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Hal Clay Mumme
  • Publication number: 20150113708
    Abstract: A brim cover is provided. The brim cover may adapt the appearance of a hat as well as protects a brim of the hat. The brim cover may include a top surface and a bottom surface that connect along a closed portion of a first edge to form an opening to a cavity between the top surface and the bottom surface, wherein the cavity is shaped to receive a brim of a hat. The top surface and the bottom surface may include a graphic area and a lighting component. The graphic area may include a design and/or message. A user may then place the brim cover on the brim so as to adapt the appearance of the hat as well as protect the brim. The user may then remove the brim cover and place the brim cover on a different hat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Benjamin L. HILL
  • Publication number: 20150106995
    Abstract: Interchangeable component(s) can be paired with an existing garment to create the illusion of multiple fashion ensembles without bearing the prohibitive cost or discomfort of such clothing to the user. The interchangeable components can be lengths of garment coverings, collars, cuffs, or any combination thereof. These interchangeable components can be removably affixed to a garment via any number and type of fastening mechanisms. This enables a wearer to create many different styles of patterns and colors without the purchase of a completely new garment. Additionally, an illusion of a wearer wearing certain styles of clothing can be achieved while removing uncomfortable fabrics and items often necessitated by such styles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventors: Andrew Ampofo, Joana Ampofo
  • Publication number: 20150101106
    Abstract: In a brassiere hook cover, a small pocket is sewn or otherwise affixed to the interior surface of the brassiere, adjacent to the hook section of a hook and eye closure. When the user is ready to launder the brassiere, the user opens the pocket flap and turns the pocket inside out, such that the hook section of the hook and eye closure is contained within the pocket. This prevents the hook section from becoming entangled with other items. The pocket and pocket flap feature a smooth, low-profile construction to remain invisible under the user's dress, blouse, or other outer garments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventor: Charmaine Anderson
  • Publication number: 20150096109
    Abstract: An accessorizing article for accessorizing footwear is provided wherein the footwear includes a footwear base and a footwear containment strap having a strap first end, a strap second end and a strap middle portion. The accessorizing article includes a first article band, wherein the first article band includes a first article band first end and a first article band second end, a second article band, wherein the second article band includes a second article band first end and a second article band second end and a band connection device, wherein the band connection device is securely associated with the footwear containment strap and configured to associate with the first article band and second article band such that the first article band and second article band is located proximate the strap middle portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2014
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventor: Kortney Nackowski
  • Publication number: 20150096108
    Abstract: An interactive garment system provides a garment with strategically and aesthetically positioned indicia. The indicia display a themed design. The garment also includes a machine-readable code that operatively joins with a network for providing tactile, visual, and auditory education and/or entertainment. The machine-readable code is configured to link to a media that is related to the indicia on the garment, thereby making the themed design more dynamic. In this manner, tactile learning and entertainment is achieved by linking a themed design on the garment with a media on a network, such as a video on the internet. An electronic device, such as a smart phone scans the machine-readable code to access and display a media. The media could be a website that is related to the themed design of the indicia on the garment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventor: Ernesto Almeda, JR.
  • Publication number: 20150089717
    Abstract: An interchangable fashion accessory is disclosed that may be used with different articles of clothing. In a first configuration, the fashion accessory may be worn around a user's waist to provide a different appearance for a dress. In a second configuration, the fashion accessory may be secured around a hat or other article of headwear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Inventor: Nichole Turner
  • Publication number: 20150082667
    Abstract: A decorative and/or promotional accessory to be secured to a lace such as a shoe lace includes a molded plastic body having a passage longitudinally extending therethrough from a first opening to a second opening. The passage is sized and shaped to receive the lace therethrough and to frictionally secure the body in a desired position along the lace. The accessory also includes indicia provided on an exterior surface of the accessory which can be in the form of any desired message, name, number, logo, graphic, or the like. An alternative embodiment of the accessory is disclosed which is to be secured to a cap bill. This embodiment includes a slot radially extending to the passage which is sized and shaped to receive the cap brim therein and to resiliently grip the bill and removably secure the accessory in a desired position along the bill.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Thomas R. Augustine, Douglas Frank Stitt, Randy James, Poormehr Honarmand
  • Publication number: 20150082832
    Abstract: The present invention concerns the field of jewelry and costume jewelry, and in particular its object is a customizable ornament that is suitable for forming, or for being incorporated in, a product such as a bracelet, a necklace, a ring, earrings, a pendant or any other similar personal accessory item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Elena Mencagli, Gerard Martin Poubel
  • Publication number: 20150074873
    Abstract: A bra-strap concealing device comprising a fastening means adapted to secure a bra-strap to a garment such that the bra-strap is held in place behind the garment. The fastening means may comprise a pin or a clip adapted to achieve this purpose. The present invention further comprises a decorative element having an ornamental design, shape, or pattern disposed thereon. The decorative element is removable so that the user may interchange decorative elements as desired. The present invention provides an ornamental and functional device that allows a user to conceal a bra-strap behind an article of clothing such as a tank-top or dress, while providing an aesthetically pleasing design on the exterior surface thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Kathleen Carleton, Donald Kersting
  • Patent number: 8978165
    Abstract: A replaceable helmet protective skin, which is adapted for covering an outer surface of a helmet, includes a skin body configured to attach and detach while in use fittingly cover the outer surface of the helmet as if part of the outer surface thereof in an edge-to-edge manner, wherein the skin body is formed a receiving cavity therewithin for fittingly receiving the helmet to cover the outer surface thereof. At least one adjustable fastener is preferably provided along an elongated opening of the skin body, so that the size of the receiving cavity of the skin body is able to be increased via opening the adjustable fastener for conveniently attaching and detaching when covering or removing the replaceable helmet protective skin. The adjustable fastener is able to be adjustably closed for securely fitting the skin body on the outer surface of the helmet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Inventors: Jorge L. Franco, Averill Henry
  • Publication number: 20150059061
    Abstract: An accessory is provided. The accessory is for use with a necktie. The necktie includes a knot and an elongated portion extending from the knot downwardly. The accessory includes a helical body. The body includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion includes a tab extending therefrom. The tab is operative to secure onto the knot via tucking behind the knot such that the body at least partially overlays the knot frontally and extends from the tab helically around the elongated portion at least once and the second end portion is visible below the knot frontally.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventor: Christopher Lambert
  • Patent number: 8968050
    Abstract: A bra saver device made for underwire and non-underwire bras to provide protection to the wearer from sudden exposure to underwires and to provide comfort between the wearer of a bra from friction caused by movement of a bra during normal use. The present invention easily attaches to the edge of a bra by opening the clip to the present invention and placing it over the bra where ever an underwire has become exposed and then closing the clip to securely attach the present invention to a bra. The present invention can also be attached to any section of the bra at the edge along the bra at the top or the bottom, front or back where the wearer of the bra experiences discomfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Inventor: Beverly A Riley
  • Publication number: 20150052664
    Abstract: An ornamental sequin system including a selected visual adaptation provided in a visual plane of at least one sequin to form an ornamental sequin system surface of interlaced colors or images is set forth. A novel method is also set forth. The method includes the following steps: forming a sequin base material; and punching the sequin base material to form a plurality of sequins, the plurality of sequins containing both information required to form an ornamental arrangement and positional information, thereby adapting the plurality of sequins for application to a surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2013
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Inventor: Martin Frank Friedberg
  • Publication number: 20150052667
    Abstract: A marking material for an industrial helmet includes a body formed of a plurality of layers. The body supports an adhesive arranged to secure the body to a bottom surface of a brim of the industrial helmet. Two or more of the layers include one or more polymeric materials. The polymeric materials may have reflective properties, heat and fire resistant properties, or combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2014
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Inventors: Stephen Wittemann, Brenden Semigran
  • Patent number: 8959725
    Abstract: A fashion accessory tool that can transform a piece of fabric. The fashion accessory tool allows a piece of fabric to be secured to a garment and adjusted after it has been secured to the garment. The piece of fabric can be woven through the fashion accessory tool and then secured in the tool with deformable features. The fashion accessory tool can be pinned to a garment and the fabric can be adjusted and styled after the fashion accessory tool is pinned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Inventors: Hannah Josephine Tam, David Shui-Sang Tam, Maria Victoria O. Perez
  • Patent number: 8950016
    Abstract: An accessory-retaining neck scarf that includes: a scarf, one or more reinforced apertures and an accessory strand. The scarf is formed as an elongate web for wrapping around a wearer and has a length between first and second ends and a width between first and second sides. The reinforced apertures form openings from one exterior surface of the scarf to the opposing exterior surface. The accessory strand extends along at least a portion of the lengthwise extent of the scarf and weaves continuously through one or more of the apertures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Inventor: Karen A. Depplito
  • Publication number: 20150033452
    Abstract: This invention relates to the method, apparatus and garment technique for attaching neckwear apparel together with magnets at the collar area while leaving the top shirt button unbuttoned. The invention will feature pieces of fabric portions to make up a whole garment. There are many origami folding techniques and shown will not be limited to the single example illustrated but encompass all origami sculptural combinations of fabrics and other materials that are made from both natural and synthetic fibers. For purposes of this invention, shown will be a typical garment made from fabric and will be cut into 8?×8? portioned squares or 13?×13? squares for the larger garment styles. The portions will be bound together, and have between a 5 to 15 folding step processes to make the ornamental garment piece. All the sculptural forms and magnetic attachments created are the invention as a whole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2014
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Inventor: GABRIELLE ROECKELEIN
  • Publication number: 20150007381
    Abstract: A unique method of divulging and fashioning one's astrological or zodiac sign; as well as one's related symbols & associated traits. To provide a profile image with greater social definition, class and style; to include an exhilarated depiction of the astrological or zodiac symbols with each individual sign having its own powerful, descriptive and sophisticated title and/or a unique delineation and layout of one's positive traits. This classy methodology is fashionable, impressive and at the same time, reflects positively the personality, romanticism and habitual tendencies of the sexes. This fashionable methodology and its functionality are structured in a woven label applique format with a heat sealed backing {The word applique? or appliques? when used, shall also be construed to mean “Astro-Patch” or “Astro-Patches” when referred to in the singular or plural context as appropriate}. These heat-activated appliques are created in variable sizes, colors, and shapes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2014
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Wallace Burke, Emma B. Burke
  • Publication number: 20140366249
    Abstract: An elasticized styled cover sleeve covers and transforms any of a variety of personal emergency help buttons into a clothing accessory. Interchangeable differently styled cover sleeves enable matching the style of the transformed clothing accessory to a style of clothing worn by a user. An emergency button pressing portion of the cover sleeve positioned over a personal help button flexes to allow pressing the help button through the cover sleeve. Distinguishable decorative elements on the emergency button pressing portion reveal the location of the emergency button pressing portion and the personal help button beneath, when pressed, will summon help.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: Lisa Marie West
  • Publication number: 20140359919
    Abstract: Interchangeable accessory for removable attachment to garments including attachment and interchangeable sections. The attachment section formed by an inner peripheral ring with interspersed inner and outer ridges, an outer peripheral ring with concavity at an inner-edge surface, and a gap between the outer peripheral ring and the inner peripheral ring for interference fitting. The interchangeable section being a plug with inside and outside peripheral edges which form a cylindrical extension from the plug surface, the inside peripheral edge configured to snap-fit onto the inner ridges, and a cap including an inner circumferential tab having an inner periphery dimensioned smaller than the outer peripheral edge of the plug such that the cap is connectable to the plug in a removable manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Brennan John O'Leary
  • Publication number: 20140352033
    Abstract: A headgear accessory attachment apparatus includes a band having an adjustable size for fitting about a circumference of various outdoor sports helmets such as bicycle, skateboarding, snow sport, mountaineering, equestrian helmets, military helmets, and hard hats used in material moving, dock loading, and airport baggage handling. The accessory attachment apparatus provides the wearer an easy means to attach headgear accessories such as headlamps, helmet cameras, rear lights, goggles, visors, brims, and decorative embellishments to the helmet. The accessories may be permanently or temporarily secured to the accessory apparatus. In one headgear accessory attachment apparatus, the band includes a stop surface that opposes a bottom surface of the headgear when the apparatus is affixed to the headgear such that the apparatus is prevented from becoming dislodged during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2012
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Inventors: Teresa A. Bryan, John E. Bryan
  • Publication number: 20140350491
    Abstract: Toe JEMs is a decorative callous (corn) cover for toes compromised with rhinestones, gems, or other similar material and applied with a non-toxic skin adhesive. My invention addresses the issue of the unattractive appearance of a toe callous (corn) many women struggle with today. It gives women and or men a cosmetic option for their blemished toes. Instead of hiding their feet during the warm seasons of the year, Toe JEMs gives people the confidence to wear thong sandals, flip-flops, and open toe shoes or to just walk barefooted in public. Toe JEMs are a cosmetic answer to toe jams.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventor: Angela Lynnette Bryant-Brown
  • Patent number: 8893418
    Abstract: A fashion memorabilia includes a garment and an artistic design attached to or incorporated in the garment. The design is comprised of multiple common and uncommon elements relevant to an individual. The common elements are selected from known visual items associated with or anecdotal of the individual and the uncommon elements are created based upon the individual's personal history, accomplishments and interests, among others. A swatch of material from clothing worn by the individual can be incorporated with the design. Methods for preparing a fashion memorabilia having attributes of an individual are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Inventor: David Joseph Yochum
  • Publication number: 20140338103
    Abstract: A device to bind the edge of a hat brim that is easily applied to a hat and can be reformed and removed as desired. A malleable forming member, enveloped by a covering material, allows the device to be folded over the edge of a hat brim and the brim formed to the desired curvature. The covering material that envelops the forming member provides a finished appearance to the device and may be comprised of textiles in any color or texture, so it may be interchanged with other devices to suit the appearance of the hat or its wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2013
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Inventor: Kingto TSAI
  • Publication number: 20140331380
    Abstract: A fashion clothing accessory is adjustable, and may be removable or permanent. Two ornamental members have fastening mechanisms for attachment to the clothing at discrete areas thereon, and are attached or attachable to two flexible elongate members that can be secured together at different possible intermediate points therealong using an adjustment mechanism. With the accessory attached to the clothing, the mechanism provides adjustments to both the accessory and clothing by changing its position on the flexible members in order to pull the ornamental members closer together or allow them to drift further apart. The adjustment mechanism may also feature ornamental elements. In addition to this function of changing the appearance and fit of clothing, the ornamental elements provide additional style.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2014
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Inventors: Tracy Lynn Brown, Scott Alan Shields
  • Publication number: 20140331388
    Abstract: A magnetic hat clip device may include a hat clip having a first side having a hat clip brim bracket and a second side having at least two hat clip arms. A magnet may have a first side and a second side. The first side of the magnet may attach to the second side of the hat clip. A writing utensil clip may have a longitudinally split hollow body having at least one arm. The writing utensil clip may have an outside surface. The outside surface of the writing utensil clip may attach to the second side of the magnet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2014
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Inventor: Peter Ross Nunan
  • Patent number: 8883293
    Abstract: A process for applying digitally printed applique” indicia which results in decorative and identification elements for decoration and identification when applied to uniforms, fashion, “basic” and performance apparel, swimwear and intimate apparel as well as other textile products, the elements being an alternative to direct embroidery, embroidered emblems, thermo-transfer films, silk screen or sublimated printing. The production process includes the following phases (FIGS. 3A-C): a design phase (1); a separation phase (2); a printing phase (3); an optional traditional embroidery phase (4); and an etching/cutting phase (5). The process can incorporate embroidered elements but has the benefit of reducing or eliminating portions of stitching and or extra applique layers in the emblem. The resulting product has superior care and durability characteristics to screen printing and heat transfers as the image is more wash fast and can be ironed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Inventors: Paul Weedlun, Susan Ganz
  • Patent number: 8869314
    Abstract: A covering device for attachment around a bra-strap having three panels, wherein the panels are substantially the same length as the strap length and at least as wide as the strap width, and wherein the two side panels having complementary pairs of fastening devices to secure the side panels around the bra-strap, thereby securing the bra-strap between the panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Perteh
    Inventors: Beverly Diana Peper, Vicki Lynn Conteh
  • Patent number: 8832868
    Abstract: Among other things, there is disclosed embodiments of garments usable when riding open vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles or mopeds. One or more pockets are provided in the garment, with a flag attached in each respective pocket. When the user is riding, the flag(s) can be extended from the pocket(s) to wave behind the rider. When the rider desires, the flag(s) can be folded, rolled or otherwise stored or protected within the pocket(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Doug Owen
  • Patent number: 8819970
    Abstract: A multi-layered-outfit 60 having one or more multi-layered-images 70 thereon consists of a base garment 20 having one or more base images 30 thereon and one or more complementary garments 40 having one or more enhancement-images 50 thereon. The base garment 20 may be made from any suitable clothing material. The complementary garment 40 must be made from a translucent or transparent clothing material in order to allow the base image 30 to be visible. Both the base garment 20 and the complementary garment 40 may be adapted to a variety of needs, such as lightweight fabric for warmer climates or a thicker fabric for colder climates. The base image 30 and the enhancement-image 50 are preferrably complementary images which combine when overlapped to form a more complete multi-layered-image 70.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Diana Foster
  • Publication number: 20140237711
    Abstract: A system for providing any plurality of exchangeable (typically thin-walled and lightweight) outer skins in combination with a wearable base garment, the base garment selected from as at least one of a one-piece suit, pants or a jacket and exhibiting a plurality of fasteners. A first selected outer skin is configured for positioning in overlaying fashion relative to any of the pants or jacket of the base garment. The outer skin exhibits a further plurality of fasteners which inter-engage with the first plurality of fasteners. The first skin exhibits a first decorative pattern and, upon being detached from the base garment, can be substituted by a second identically constructed skin exhibiting a second decorative pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Inventor: Paul Pirone
  • Publication number: 20140215680
    Abstract: A bikini swimwear suit including: a first leaf covering; a second leaf covering, where the first leaf and second leaf cover a user's breasts; and a third leaf covering, where the third leaf provides a panty for the user. The bikini swimwear suit may include string support for the third leaf covering and in one particular embodiment, the string support may include a top string set and a bottom string set. Another aspect of the present invention relates to a trouser hem design including: a forward cut, where the forward cut has a first length; and a rear cut, where the rear cut has a second length, and the first length is less than the second length.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: Henry Yan
  • Publication number: 20140215691
    Abstract: A fashion accessory that is adjustable and removable or permanent. Attach the accessory to clothing using the fastener(s) and the adjustable mechanism provides adjustments to the accessory and clothing. The fastener(s) and adjustment mechanism are comprised with ornamental elements. The ornamental elements also provide additional style. Change the appearance and fit of clothing. Some elements include elastic cording which provides flexibility allowing for movement within the clothing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventors: Tracy Lynn Brown, Scott Alan Shields
  • Publication number: 20140189935
    Abstract: A sleeve accessory having an elongate band and a display element is configured for connection with the band forming a closed loop. The band and display element are configured to generally encircle a garment sleeve on a wearer's arm such that the display element is partially covered by opposed edge portions of a sleeve end portion that is folded over the band. The display element has a concavity for receiving and holding the opposed edge portions of the sleeve end portion so as to retain a portion of the display element in a visible position between the opposed edge portions. This accessory holds a shirt cuff in a desired position on the forearm and also provides a fashionable appearance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Inventor: Micah Tucker
  • Patent number: 8769725
    Abstract: An article is formed of one or more Lacrosse netting materials. In the case of two nettings, one is placed behind the other in a staggered arrangement. A Lacrosse shooting string is interwoven between the openings of the netting material to from an article as a sports memorabilia item to be worn. The shooting string can be pulled together and tied at its end in order to adjustably fit the wearer's neck, waist, and wrist, depending on whether the article is, for example, a necklace, belt or bracelet. A metal or plastic or other suitable material plate with a name, design, logo on it to promote and advertise a product or for any other purposes or to enhance decorative appearance of the article. This plate can be affixed at preferably the center of the front surface of the article by adhesive material or by any other known affixation technique.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Inventor: Nicholas Doran
  • Publication number: 20140157493
    Abstract: A method, system, and kit for securing an undergarment strap to an outer garment with a decorative article. The decorative article includes an ornament and first and second stud members extending generally in first and second directions from the ornament and terminating in first and second stud ends. The method includes moving the decorative article in first and second directions to penetrate the surface of the outer garment with the first and second stud members, and continuing to move the decorative article generally in the first and second directions to penetrate the surface of the undergarment strap with the first and second stud members, thereby securing the undergarment strap to the outer garment by the decorative article. The kit includes a container including at least one article of jewelry including first and second stud members, an elongated base member including first and second apertures, and a plurality of protective covers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventor: Judith Ann Slusher