Abstract: A partial covering is provided to be received within and protect a collar of an outer garment, as well as then cover the shoulder and back portions thereof, from stains and like damage during hair treatments at beauty salons. Consisting of a triangular piece of fabric, when the central point is inserted within the collar of the outer garment, the edges defining the opposed triangular sides extend across the shoulder, each terminating at an outer triangular point. The triangular base then extends across the back of the outer garment. A rectangular fabric extension is preferably provided and is centrally attached to the triangular base, extending therefrom to provide further protection to the central back portion of the outer garment.

Abstract: A pair of boxer shorts for use by individuals having an ostomy bag. The boxer shorts include a pair of leg openings, a front panel, a rear panel, a waistband and a horizontal opening which is just below and parallel to the waistband and to one side of the fly for allowing passage of an ostomy bag through the opening for easy access and additional comfort for the wearer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward protective garments which include an expandable backpack portion located on the back area of the garment. The backpack portion includes at least one pair of left and right generally vertical pleats. As a result of the incorporation of the pair of left and right generally vertical pleats, the backpack portion has the ability to expand to receive life support or other equipment worn on the back of a wearer of the protective garment.

Abstract: A vision enhancing tear off shield guard system for use with the visor of a racing helmet. One of the shield guard being tinted for vision enhancement under specific lighting conditions and adapted for engaging and fitting over the visor of a helmet. The shield guard also has a mechanism for quick release from the helmet. Several clear shield guards are stacked on the visor with the tinted shield guard in between to allow for changing lighting conditions.

Abstract: A self-adhesive napkin having two parallel side edges, and parallel upper and lower edges. An adhesive material is located along at least the top edge thereof. A cover sheet overlies the adhesive and is adapted to be removed prior to use.

Abstract: A man's shirt is provided which is made of conventional woven non-stretch shirting material but which includes elastic elements woven therein at the shirt sides in the area of the torso. These elastic elements shape and sculpt the shirt in this area and prevent bunching and creasing of the shirt. A related method begins with a bolt of a basic shirting material with discrete sites at which the elastic elements are provided and uses computer-controlled cutting of the shirting material relative to these sites to provide component parts of the shirt which, when assembled together with other component parts, produce a shirt with designed-in shaping.

Abstract: A long-sleeved garment having a sleeve with a cuff attached thereto along an annular seam. A pocket connected to an inner side of the sleeve and cuff along a portion of the annular seam accommodates all fingers of a hand except for the thumb. A thumb compartment extends from the sleeve above the cuff for accommodating the thumb of the hand. Both the pocket and thumb compartment are retractable inside the sleeve such that they are unnoticeable when not in use.

Abstract: A garment for restraining a toddler from climbing out of a crib has a sack-like body with upper neck and arm openings, the neck opening being temporarily enlargeable to enable the toddler to be put in and taken out. The sack-like body is permanently closed except for the neck and arm openings. A crotch portion may be spaced intermediate an elasticated waist portion and the bottom of the sack-like body which may be made of tightly woven fabric. Leg loops may be provided inside the sack-like body.

Abstract: An expandable jacket that both (1) can protect a bag or knapsack worn by a user as well as the user and (2) can simulate a conventional jacket when the user is not wearing a knapsack, comprises a conventional racket and extra material affixed to the conventional jacket. Preferably, the extra material is unnecessary to the jacket's ability to be worn as a conventional jacket protecting a user from the elements, but is used to aid in allowing the expandable jacket to protect the user from the elements as well as a knapsack worn by the user. Preferably, the extra material is affixed to the rear of the jacket so that it can protect the knapsack worn by the user is worn on the user's back. When in an open mode, the extra material allows the rear of the jacket to expand to provide additional volume to the interior of the expandable jacket. When in a closed mode, the expandable jacket can be worn as a conventional jacket by the user.

Abstract: A disposable bib having a first plastic liner layer, a second single ply cotton tissue layer, a third fiber cotton filling layer, a fourth single ply cotton layer and a fifth single ply cotton tissue layer. The bib further includes a convex upper and lower portion and concave middle portions as well as a cross cut neck opening.

Abstract: A multi-component costume for at least partially masking a contoured anterior portion of the body includes a first component consisting of a fabric foundation garment for receiving and substantially fully covering the contoured body portion. The second component consists of at least one molded flexible three-dimensional member configured to at least partially receive and cover or mask an anterior surface of the contoured body portion. The second component defines an external, generally convex surface provided with exterior decoration to simulate a desired appearance and an interior generally concave surface forming a three-dimensional cavity having a configuration substantially corresponding to a portion of the contoured body intended or desired to be covered or masked. At least a portion of the fabric foundation garment normally covering the contoured body portion intended or desired to be covered or masked is attached to the interior generally concave surface, such as with adhesive.

Abstract: A bib having a predisposition for folding or bending to conform to the wearer. The predisposition is provided by slits, notches or other features which selectively reduce the cross sectional area of the bib or otherwise provide a hinge line. Preferably, the slits or notches are symmetric relative to the longitudinal centerline of the bib. The reduced cross section may extend essentially continuously across the lateral width of the bib. If desired, the hinge lines may converge as the bottom edge of the bib is approached. Preferably, the hinge lines converge at a common point which intercepts both the longitudinal centerline and the bottom edge of the bib.

Abstract: This application discloses a bib 10 having a strap 24 for being worn around the neck of an infant 12. The bib 10 has a compartment 18 within it which houses an irregular shaped wedge 20 made of foam-like material. The wedge 20 can be placed in different positions within the bib 10 so as to change the angle of a bottle 14 in communication with the infant's mouth. Multiple releasable straps 16 connected to the bib 10 hold a bottle 14 or sip cup 38 onto the outer surface of the bib 10. Means for connecting the ends of the straps 16 are disclosed, including buttons 32, snaps 34, hooks 36, and hook and loop material 28. Also mating pieces of hook and loop material means 26 are disclosed for connecting the neck strap 24 of the bib 10 to the back of the neck of the infant 12. An alternative embodiment discloses multiple elastic straps extending from one side of the bib 10 to the other for holding the bottle 14 or sip cup 38 to the bib 10.

Abstract: A waterproof outer garment comprises one piece of material wrappable around the wearer between the knees and the back, with edges overlapping and securable to one another by quick locking and quick release fasteners. The edges are securable in varying amounts of overlap to adjust the garment to the size of the wearer, and suspenders prevent the garment slipping down on the wearer. In one embodiment, the entire garment is made from a material impervious to the ingress of water. In another embodiment, portions of the garment which are not subject to contact under pressure with snow and water are made of a lighter weight material which need not be waterproof. Garments according to the present invention which are made partly from non-waterproof material can be made lighter, more comfortable and perhaps more stylish than garments made entirely from waterproof material.

Abstract: A magnetic outfit system is provided including an article of clothing and a magnet situated within the article of clothing for allowing the selective securement of metallic construction and household items thereto.

Abstract: A apparel stain protector for protecting the front of a user's garment from soiling and staining from spilled food and beverages when eating. The apparel stain protector includes a scarf cover having first and second faces, a pair of end edges, and a pair of side edges extending between the end edges of the scarf cover. The faces of the scarf cover each has a plurality of patches coupled thereto. The patches of the scarf cover each have hook portions of a hook and loop fastener provided thereon for detachable attachment to a fabric material garment of a user to attach the scarf cover to the garment of the user.

Abstract: A decorative cast covering for a full leg cast, comprising an elongated, generally cylindrical sleeve having an upper end and a lower end; and a first elastomeric band fixed to the cast covering adjacent the lower end. In this way, the lower end can be securely fastened by the elastomeric band to the bottom of the leg cast. The decorative cast covering further comprises a pocket secured along the generally cylindrical sleeve.

Abstract: A case for a mask includes a first panel secured to a second panel to form a pouch into which the mask may be inserted and removed. The second panel may include a pair of overlapping panel sections defining an opening for insertion of the mask. Apertures on either side of the case accommodate passage of a strap attached to the mask. Alternatively, straps may be permanently secured to the case. Closure elements on either side of the opening maintain the case in a closed position. The case may be positioned behind the user's head when the mask is being used, cushioning the strap, and may be inverted into a storage configuration to cover at least the mask lens. The closure elements are oriented in mutually facing relation in both configurations to maintain the case closed. Panels of the case may be made of floatable synthetic materials or may include light-weight or net materials to promote drying of the case and mask following use.

Abstract: A garment having a cuff construction with an opening for permitting the thumb of the wearer and the fingers to extend outside the sleeve. The cuff is generally integrally attached to an article of clothing, and folds in on itself for storing the cuff permitting the use or non use of the cuff at the user's direction. The cuff is formed at an opening of a sleeve in a garment, and includes a tubular member which is switchable between a first rolled position allowing the hand to pass through and a second unrolled position forming a covering around at least a portion of the hand and/or thumb while leaving the ends of the fingers and thumb exposed.

Abstract: A control panel is included in a pair of trousers in order to support and hold the stomach and abdomen. In particular, the control panel is made of a girdle like fabric and has a greater degree of elasticity in the horizontal direction than in the vertical direction. A front edge of the control panel is attached by a line of stitching on the inside of the pants along the length of the zipper, a rear edge of the control panel is attached along the line of stitching in the vicinity of the inseam and the top edge of the control panel is attached along a line of stitching at the waistband. The bottom edge of the control panel is not attached and hangs free.