LOW CUT SOCK WITH DECORATIVE STRAP AS ANKLE AND CALF WRAP

Abstract

A sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap is provided. The sock comprises a low-cut satin sock with edges below malleolus levels of a user and two vertical straps, one each attached at lower ends to sock edges at one of inside and outside areas of user ankle at attachment points forward of each malleolus. The sock also comprises binding fold-over elastic (FOE) covering the edges. The straps extend upward and wrap about a lower leg and tie in a bow at upper ends. The straps wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner up the lower leg. Lower strap ends tuck inside the edges and inside the binding FOE. Lower ends tucking inside the binding FOE promote the lower ends not making contact with the user's skin. The system further comprises gel anti-slip features on a sole area. The straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

The present non-provisional patent application is related to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/722,256 filed Nov. 19, 2024, the contents of which are incorporated herein in their entirety.

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE

The present disclosure is in the field of leisure footwear. More particularly, the present disclosure provides a low-cut satin sock with straps attached at the sides that wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner up the user's lower leg and tie in a bow at the top.

BACKGROUND

People like to feel attractive to their partners. In addition to enhancing warmth and comfort during intimate moments, people want garments that are designed for lounging, self-care rituals, burlesque performance, and sensual play environments such as private parties or themed events.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3a is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3b is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3c is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4 is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5 is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Systems and methods provide a low-cut satin sock with straps or ribbons on both sides that wrap spirally up the user's ankle and calf in a crisscross manner and tie in a bow about halfway up the user's lower leg. The sock does not resemble a traditional sock that reaches up to cover the user's ankle.

The sock instead resembles ballerina footwear that is low cut below the beginning of the ankle. The edge of the sock is below the bump on the outside of the ankle, called the lateral malleolus. On the other side of the foot the edge of the sock is below the smaller bump on the inside of the ankle, called the medial malleolus.

Bottom ends of the straps are hidden by attaching them inside the binding along the right and left edges of the sock. The bottom ends of the ribbons should not protrude or stick out from the edges and touch the user's skin. The material along the edges of the sock is made with shiny fold-over elastic and not opaque material.

The socks provided herein are aesthetically attractive and may be viewed as “lingerie for the feet”. They are fuzzy socks that have satin ribbons attached to look like ballet slippers.

In addition to enhancing warmth and comfort during intimate moments, these socks are designed for lounging, self-care rituals, burlesque performance, and sensual play environments such as private parties or themed events.

They are also ideal for relaxation, connection, and comfort-focused sensory experiences, appealing to both solo users and partners who value tactile stimulation and elevated ambiance.

The primary users are adults seeking sensual comfort and elevated intimacy, including:

• • Individuals and couples exploring erotic and sensual experiences in a safe, playful way.
  • Performers and enthusiasts in burlesque and artistic expression spaces.
  • Sensory-oriented individuals, including members of the autistic and neurodivergent communities, who value the calming and grounding effects of soft, textured fabrics.
  • Anyone who enjoys luxury loungewear and prioritizes both comfort and connection.

Through iterative testing and user feedback, the design evolved to include optional gel anti-slip features on the sole. This structural improvement provided:

• • Enhanced tactile sensation and grip during movement.
  • A safer, more grounded feel for users engaging in playful or sensual activity.
  • A more versatile use case beyond the bedroom—comfortable for walking, lounging, or performing.

The material composition—ultra-soft fuzzy polyester with spandex and satin ribbon detailing—was refined for maximum sensory pleasure and a lingerie-like aesthetic that sets it apart from standard socks.

Unlike typical socks marketed for warmth, athletics, or novelty, this product:

• • Prioritizes sensual texture, softness, and emotional connection over performance.
  • Integrates luxury materials and aesthetic appeal suitable for intimate, artistic, and expressive environments.
  • Incorporates intentional design choices—like satin ribbon wraps and the sensory-responsive anti-slip soles—that create a distinct fusion of lingerie and loungewear.
  • Has been positively received by testers across diverse user groups for its comfort, confidence-boosting design, and enhanced sensory experience.

FIG. 1 is a diagram of a low-cut sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 1 illustrates a system 100 of the sock in a front view including the sock itself 102, an edge 104, a binding fold-over elastic 106 or FOE 106, an inside strap 108, an outside strap 110, and a bow 112.

The edge 104 is the upper edge of the sock 102 and does not reach the lower end of the user's ankle. The edge 104 does not reach either malleolus of the user. The FOE 106 folds over the edge 104. In an embodiment, the FOE 106 may be made of shiny material instead of opaque material.

The straps 108, 110 may be made of satin and resemble ribbons and be about twenty-six inches in length. The lower ends of the straps 108, 110 may tuck into the FOE 106 such that the lower ends are not exposed and do not make contact with the user's skin and potentially cause irritation.

The lower ends of the straps 108, 110 may tuck into the FOE 106 at the interior portions of the FOE 106. As is visible in the figures, the lower ends of the straps 108, 110 may tuck into the FOE 106 at areas of the edge 104 just slightly forward of the malleolus area of the user's leg.

The straps 108, 110 extend upward and wrap upward and around the user's ankle and calf in a crisscross and spiraling manner. The straps 108, 110 may then tie in a bow 112 at the top. Components depicted in FIGS. 2, 3, and 5 are indexed to the components of the system 100 depicted in FIG. 1.

FIG. 2 is a side view of a system 200 with components indexed to those of the system 100. FIG. 3a, FIG. 3b, and FIG. 3c show several views of the system 100 and system 200 as depicted in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2. To not crowd the drawings, component numbering is not provided in FIG. 3a, FIG. 3b, and FIG. 3c but the components conform to those depicted in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2.

FIG. 4 is a diagram of the sock according to an embodiment of the present disclosure presenting sample dimensions of the sock. Component A is heel height which is six centimeters. Component B is foot length which is 21 centimeters, a normal length for female users. Component C is length of straps which is 65 centimeters. Component D is width of strap which is two centimeters. The distance from the back of the sock to the lace is six centimeters and is represented by component E. Toe seam to edge is component F and is 2.5 centimeters.

FIG. 5 is a diagram of the sock identified as a system 500. Of note in FIG. 5 is how the inside strap 508 is shown tucking inside the sock 502 and underneath the FOE 506. As noted above, this structure prevents the bottom end of the strap 508 from making contact with the user's skin.

In an embodiment, the straps may be wrapped around the ankle and calf in a variety of ways. Wrapping of the straps is not limited to what appears in the figures provided herein. In embodiments, the bow may be tied on the back of the ankle or calf, on the side of the ankle or calf, or in another manner.

In an embodiment, a sock with decorative strap as an ankle and a calf wrap is provided. The sock comprises a low-cut satin sock with edges below malleolus levels of a user and two vertical straps, one each attached at lower ends to sock edges at one of inside and outside areas of user ankle at attachment points forward of each malleolus. The sock also comprises binding fold-over elastic (FOE) that covers the edges. The straps extend upward and wrap about a lower leg of the user and tie in a bow at upper ends.

The straps wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner up the lower leg. The lower ends tuck inside the edges and inside the binding FOE.

The lower ends tucking inside the binding FOE promotes the lower ends not making contact with the user's skin. The system further comprises gel anti-slip features on a sole area. The straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

In another embodiment, a low-cut sock with ribbons wrapping upward about a user's lower leg is provided. The sock comprises a ballerina sock with edges below a bottom area of a user ankle, the edges of the sock covered with binding fold-over elastic (FOE). The sock also comprises a first vertical ribbon extending upward from an edge of the sock proximate an inside area of the user foot and a second vertical ribbon extending upward from an edge of the sock proximate an outside area of the user foot. The ribbons wrap upward and around the ankle and calf of the user and tie in a bow.

The straps wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner around the ankle and calf. The first strap attaches to the edge forward of the medial malleolus.

The second strap attaches to the edge forward of the lateral malleolus. Bottom ends of the straps attach inside the FOE such that the bottom ends do not contact the user foot.

The system further comprises gel anti-slip material on a sole area of the sock. The straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

In yet another embodiment, a system of a low-cut sock with straps that wrap up the lower leg and tie in a bow is provided comprising a low-cut ballerina-like sock with edges below ankle level and binding fold-over elastic (FOE) that covers the edges. The system also comprises two vertical ribbons with bottom ends attached to the sock, a first ribbon extending upward from an inside area of a user foot and a second ribbon extending upward from an outside area of the user foot, the ribbons thereafter wrapping around a lower leg of a user and tying in a bow at top ends of the ribbons.

The ribbons attach to edges of the sock forward of the malleolus areas. The ends attach inside the binding FOE.

By attaching inside the binding FOE, the ends are prevented from contacting skin of the user. The ribbons wrap around the lower leg in a crisscross and spiraling manner.

The system further comprises gel anti-slip material on a sole area. The straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

Claims

1. A sock with decorative strap as ankle and calf wrap, comprising: wherein the straps extend upward and wrap about a lower leg of the user and tie in a bow at upper ends.

a low-cut satin sock with edges below malleolus levels of a user;

two vertical straps, one each attached at lower ends to sock edges at one of inside and outside areas of user ankle at attachment points forward of each malleolus; and

binding fold-over elastic (FOE) that covers the edges,

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the straps wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner up the lower leg.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein the lower ends tuck inside the edges and inside the binding FOE.

4. The system of claim 3, wherein the lower ends tucking inside the binding FOE promotes the lower ends not making contact with the user's skin.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein the system further comprises gel anti-slip features on a sole area.

6. The system of claim 1, wherein the straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

7. A low-cut sock with ribbons wrapping upward about a user's lower leg, comprising: wherein the ribbons wrap upward and around the ankle and calf of the user and tie in a bow.

a ballerina sock with edges below a bottom area of a user ankle;

the edges of the sock covered with binding fold-over elastic (FOE);

a first vertical ribbon extending upward from an edge of the sock proximate an inside area of the user foot; and

a second vertical ribbon extending upward from an edge of the sock proximate an outside area of the user foot,

8. The system of claim 7, wherein the straps wrap in a crisscross and spiraling manner around the ankle and calf.

9. The system of claim 7, wherein the first strap attaches to the edge forward of the medial malleolus.

10. The system of claim 7, wherein the second strap attaches to the edge forward of the lateral malleolus.

11. The system of claim 7, wherein bottom ends of the straps attach inside the FOE such that the bottom ends do not contact the user foot.

12. The system of claim 7, wherein the system further comprises gel anti-slip material on a sole area of the sock.

13. The system of claim 7, wherein the straps are of length of about 26 inches each.

14. A system of a low-cut sock with straps that wrap up the lower leg and tie in a bow, comprising:

a low-cut ballerina-like sock with edges below ankle level;

binding fold-over elastic (FOE) that covers the edges; and

two vertical ribbons with bottom ends attached to the sock, a first ribbon extending upward from an inside area of a user foot and a second ribbon extending upward from an outside area of the user foot, the ribbons thereafter wrapping around a lower leg of a user and tying in a bow at top ends of the ribbons.

15. The system of claim 14, wherein the ribbons attach to edges of the sock forward of the malleolus areas.

16. The system of claim 14, wherein the ends attach inside the binding FOE.

17. The system of claim 16, wherein by attaching inside the binding FOE, the ends are prevented from contacting skin of the user.

18. The system of claim 14, wherein the ribbons wrap around the lower leg in a crisscross and spiraling manner.

19. The system of claim 14, wherein the system further comprises gel anti-slip material on a sole area.

20. The system of claim 14, wherein the straps are of length of about 26 inches each.