Abstract: A slipcover combination for covering a movable item of furniture having an upright and a lounging position is described. The slipcover combination has a main body panel having a substantially rectangular shape with first and second adjacent corners being notched to form a pair of substantially V-cut slits defining a panel portion therebetween for covering the pivotable foot rest of the recliner. First and second skirts are also provided, one for covering the seat main body and the other for individually covering the movable foot rest portion. The skirt for the main body is preferably in the form of a longitudinal piece of material, while the other skirt is desirably formed as a ring which fits the foot rest in the manner of a sleeve. A plurality of stay puts and spiral fasteners may also be provided.

Abstract: A semi-fitted, unitary slipcover for covering items of furniture have a base, back, arms, and a cushioned seat portion is described. The slipcover has a seat cushion covering portion which is surrounded by a cinching element for reducing its effective peripheral dimension, and specifically, for individually covering the seat portion of an item of furniture and defining the juncture between a lower edge of the seat portion and the furniture base. A main body portion of the slipcover is attached to the seat cushion covering portion along a first lengthwise side and includes first and second arm covering portions. The main body portion has a second lengthwise side which forms an open pouch; the main body portion is also surrounded by a cinching element for reducing its effective peripheral dimension, preferably along the same plane as that of the seat cushion covering portion.