Abstract: A hairstyling implement with detachable decorative piece includes a hairstyling body for substantially binding, tying or holding a user's hair, a hairstyling base firmly connected to the hairstyling body, at least a fastening device each comprising a first fastener and a second fastener integrally affixed to the hairstyling base for detachably connecting with the first fastener, at least a decorative piece having a decorative front side and a connecting back side to which the first fastener is integrally affixed thereon. Therefore, the decorative piece can be firmly attached to the hairstyling base by connecting the first and second fasteners together. Besides, the decorative piece may also be detached from the hairstyling base by separating the first and second fasteners. Whereby, the user is able to selectively mount various decorative pieces on a hairstyling base in order to increase the variety of hairstyling implement.

Abstract: A hairpiece toy which allows children to easily ornament their own hair therewith includes a braid ornament hair portion having a braid of artificial hairs sewn on a surface of a backing cloth with a clip sewn on the reverse face thereof, and a ribbon ornament portion having a ribbon formed in a butterfly-shaped configuration and sewn on the surface of the backing cloth.

Abstract: A device for styling hair is disclosed. The device includes a flexible, elongated body portion having an elongated opening for receiving hair. The main body portion is deformed to create a continuous hair receiving opening. The elongated body portion also has a first female end and a second male end. A hair styling device comprising an elongated body portion with an elongated slot is also described.

Abstract: A hair binder including a cord member, and a quick-release hook for joining the ends of the cord member, the quick-release hook including a male member and a female member injection-molded from plastics and respectively fastened to the ends of the cord member, the male member having two springy hooks, the female member having two coupling portions for engagement with the springy hooks of the male member, and two release control press portions for squeezing by hand to disengage the coupling portions from the spring hooks.

Abstract: A device for producing a "hair wrap". The device includes an elongated open ended tube which has a layer of decorative material on the outside of the tube and an elongated filament loosely positioned within the tube and extending from both ends of the tube. One extending end of the filament has a loop. The device is used by extending a strand of hair through the loop at a first end of the tube and pulling the filament from the opposite end of the tube so that the loop and strand of hair are drawn into the tube. The tube or decorative material at the first end of the tube is secured to the strand of hair near the scalp and the filament is withdrawn from the tube. More specifically, the layer of decorative material are formed by winding a pair of strands of decorative material such as string or yarn about the tube so that an end of each strand of decorative material extends beyond the first end of the tube. The freely extending ends of the strand are used to secure the device to the strand of hair.

Abstract: A hair clip of the present invention has two securing holders deviced to secure a torsion spring therein, having securing trenches to retain two projecting parts of the spring and has two clipping elements each provided with two holded connecting protrusions and holding recesses, a pin being inserted through said connecting protrusions and said securing holders retaining said spring therein so as to enable said clipping elements hingedly open and close by means of resilience of said spring, said holding recesses providing a more secured connection of said securing holders with said clipping elements; said securing trenches retaining said projecting parts of said spring contributing to preventing rusting of the same and scratching and hurting of a user.

Abstract: A new hair curler system for providing a woman a more discreet way of wearing curlers in her hair. The inventive device includes a strip of hair adapted for wrappedly engaging a cylindrical hair roller. The strip of hair has a generally rectangular configuration defined by opposed long side edges and opposed short end edges. A top surface of an upper end edge has a first hook and loop strip disposed thereon. A bottom surface of a lower end edge has a second hook and loop strip disposed thereon. The upper end edge is positionable on the cylindrical hair roller whereby the strip of hair is wrapped around the cylindrical hair roller and the second hook and loop strip is mated with the first hook and loop strip.

Abstract: A barrette includes a frame having a reinforced central portion, a latch member pivotally secured to the frame, and an attachment receiving assembly rigidly secured to the side of the frame opposite from the latch member that structurally reinforces the frame. The attachment receiving assembly includes at least one attachment bracket that is adapted to support a decorative attachment. A plurality of attachment members supporting various decorative attachments can be interchangeably secured to the attachment receiving assembly thus enabling the barrette wearer to create a barrette that matches the barrette wearer's outfit or color scheme. A plurality of attachment members that are interchangeably engageable with the barrette may be provided in a barrette kit.

Abstract: A clasp is affixed to the underside of a barrette body. The barette body supports a reusable adhesive tape on its upper surface. At least one ornamental appendage includes a smooth surface attractive to the adhesive tape, wherein the ornamental appendage is releasably connectable to the barrette body.

Abstract: A hairstyling device includes, according to the invention, two jaws hinged together by hinge means including a hinge pin and a coil spring wound in a spiral around the pin. The spring is contained in an opaque casing attached to the first jaw, and incorporating a slot through which the second end of the spring passes to bear against the second jaw. This facilitates assembly of the hairstyling device, and enhances its esthetic appearance.

Abstract: A new hair fashion accessory for holding hair in place while at the same time enhancing the appearance of the wearer. The inventive device includes an elongated member having a first surface and a second surface, a clip attached to the first surface for securing the elongated member to the hair, and an arcuate fastener attached to the support member for releasably securing a bow to the second surface. The bow can be replaced with a different bow by releasing the arcuate fastener, removing the bow, and inserting the new bow between the fastener and the second surface. The fastener is then reattached so as to secure the new bow.

Abstract: A hair ornament which is made entirely of natural materials.

Abstract: A plurality of interacting hair fashioners are used to style hair. Each interacting hair fashioner comprises a predetermined strap, a predetermined base, and a predetermined opening. At least one end of each strap is releasably or permanently attached to a corresponding base, defining a corresponding opening therebetween. Each interacting hair fashioner can be made of a predetermined material, for example flexible or resilient material; reconfigurable material capable of being bent repeatedly without fracturing; or rigid material; or the like. At least two interacting hair fashioners are used to roll two hair groups in two opposite directions. Then, these two interacting hair fashioners are couple interlock the two hair groups together by being intertwined together or by using coupling device. Further, additional interacting hair fashioners can be used together with these two interacting hair fashioners to style additional hair.

Abstract: A hair clip includes an arcuate main body having a recess defined in a side thereof and an arcuate decorative piece securely mounted in the recess. A bottom wall which defines the recess includes two slots defined in each of two ends thereof. The decorative piece has two hooks respectively formed on two ends of a first side thereof and a pattern formed on a second side thereof. The hooks extend through the associated slots and respectively, securely engage with two ends of the bottom wall defining the recess.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a scented hair accessory preferably comprising a substantially tubular housing having a first and a second terminal end joined together to define an inner circumferential area. The tubular housing is substantially flexible and resiliently expandable about the inner circumferential area. A chamber is located within the tubular housing, into which a scenting material is located. At least a portion of the tubular housing is porous, thereby allowing the scent emanating from the scented material to escape therefrom. Optionally, a pocket is attached to the tubular housing, and the scenting material is located therewithin. The pocket is preferably sealably accessible, thereby allowing a user to remove and/or replace the scenting material therefrom. An elastic material is preferably located within the chamber to allow the tubular housing to be resiliently expandable about the inner circumferential area. Alternatively, the tubular housing can comprise an elastic material.

Abstract: The present invention is a decorative hair retainer for persons having mid-to long hair styles. It consists of an annular decorative fabric tube containing an elastic band in the interior thereof. Two combs are located on the exterior periphery of the annular fabric tube. The combs are positioned 180.degree. apart from each other. In use, the accessory is secured on top of the gathered hair or alternatively the hair is gathered into a bunch and inserted through the center opening of the annular fabric tube member. The combs are then used to further secure the hair retainer to the head by being inserted into the hair between the hair retainer and the scalp of the individual wearing the hair retainer.

Abstract: A strip shaped hair band having on its hair engaging surface a multiplicity of minute fibre retentive members with, in its preferred embodiment, a strip of decorative backing materials to create a pleasing external appearance, and a strip of ductile material intermediate these two strips to provide shape retentive and compressive capabilities.

Abstract: A hair accessory is adapted for being retained in the hair of a wearer to support an ornament therefrom. The hair accessory includes a body and an elongate leg. The leg extends outwardly from the body, and includes a foot defining an insertion site for suspending the ornament therefrom.

Abstract: A hair barrette includes a reversible snap-on connecting device for attaching, replacing and/or adding one or more ornamental appendages to a hair clamp, The novel connecting device is structurally capable of rapidly, repetitively and selectively performing the attaching, replacing and/or adding functions substantially in perpetuity without suffering material fatigue and/or functional failure of the connecting device.

Abstract: A tie fastener having an elastomeric cord formed into a loop by passing the terminal ends of the cord through a compression spring actuated cord lock. A stop bead positioned on the loop prevents the loop end of the elastomeric cord from inadvertently being removed from the cord lock. Pendant beads affixed to the terminal ends of the cord prevent the cord from inadvertently being pulled out of the cord lock.

Abstract: The hairclip has an elongated central body. Adjacent one end, the body has a slot therein. A flexible but non-elastic band has a loop at each end. One loop engages in the slot. The length of the body and band are such that, when the slot end of the band is in position, the opposite end can be pulled over the tip of the body. Then, the slot end can be pulled back to tighten the band. The band and body are preferably ornamentally formed.

Abstract: A hair clip including an upper clip portion and a lower clip portion pivotally connected at a their ends at a suitable position. These clip portions are elongate and curved structures. The upper clip portion is provided with a tongue-like recess at an upper side thereof with a plurality of projections extending downwardly along a center-line of the upper clip portion. The lower clip portion has a downwardly extending projection at a front end such that the hair clip will not scratch or hurt the head of the wearer. The lower clip portion is provided with an array of alternately projecting portions at either lateral side for matching the projections of the upper clip portion. By means of a torsion spring disposed at one end of the hair clip, the upper and lower clip portions may grip the hair of the wearer with a suitable force. The upper and the lower clip portions are pivotally joined by a couple of symmetrical pivotal portions.

Abstract: A hair clip and ornamental plate arrangement including a hair clip, and an ornamental plate fastened to the hair clip, wherein the hair clip has a fixed end provided with an oblong coupling hole, and a free end; the ornamental plate has a T-shaped retainer rod at one end coupled to the oblong coupling hole of the hair clip, and a bridge at an opposite end adapted for holding down the free end of the hair clip.

Abstract: A decorative bobby pin for adorning and securing in the hair, and a method of fabricating the same. A decorative component is adhered to the straight arm of a bobby pin. The decorative component preferably comprises a single section of flexible fabric bunched or gathered at periodic intervals and pinned in this configuration. A bead is secured to the fabric at each fastener securing the bunched or gathered fabric. The fabric is preferably slightly longer and considerably wider than the bobby pin.

Abstract: A hair fastener intended to be used with retaining combs to retain hair in a style as desired by a wearer. The hair fastener includes a fabric tube, a pocket disposed at each end of the tube, and an elastic band running along each edge of the tube. The wearer may easily insert into and remove from each of the pockets a retaining comb. The pockets in combination with retaining combs and the elastic bands of the hair fastener permit the wearer to securely and attractively maintain the desired hair style without breaking or damaging the hair.

Abstract: An optical ornament is provided utilizing optic fibers, which can be attached to clothing, hair, a person's body, an animal, or an object. Light is received and focused onto a plurality of optic fibers which can be extended outwardly, whereby the optic fibers are illuminated in the absence of added electrical energy. Decorations such as gemstones, artificial flowers, and the like are provided to decorate the optical ornament and to color the light transmitted through the fibers.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for braiding hair in which the apparatus substitutes for the third strand, length or section of hair. The apparatus has a flexible resilient member positioned between two fabric covered elastic members, the hair being passed through one of the elastic members and then braided, utilizing two sections or strands of hair and the flexible resilient member, and once braided, the second elastic member is wrapped around the lower portion of the braid to maintain the braid.

Abstract: A hair clip includes a body, a decorative plate changeably fitting in a shallow recess on an upper surface of the body, and a conventional metal clip assembled together. The body has posts to fit in post holes of the metal clip to combine the both together. The decorative plate has projections to engage holes in the body so as to enable the decorative plate easily released for changing it with different colors and designs.

Abstract: An article of manufacture is formed of an elongated wire which is being bendable between a straight shape and an arcuate shape, a length of cord-like material braided circumferentially about the wire. The article of manufacture may be made of different lengths so as to serve different purposed such as a bracelet, a ring, or a hair band.

Abstract: Securing assembly for attaching hair ornaments, hair control devices, and other items to the hair securely and comfortably, in the position on the head the wearer deems flattering. Variably sized mechanisms for holding specific amounts of hair in specific positions on the head (FIGS. 4-A through 4-C), securely attach to the head various hair ornaments, hair control devices, and other items (FIGS. 1-A, 2-A, 3-A, and FIGS. 5 through 12) by the mating of strips of hook-and-loop fastener affixed, respectively, to their top surface and under surface (FIGS. 1-C, 2-C, and 3-C).

Abstract: A fastener part 6 on one end of a base plate 1 includes clip arms 7 having enough length to deform flexibly to release a clip plate 2 from the base plate 1, and extending from the base plate 1 toward an axis part 3 on the other end of the base plate 1, so that the height of the fastener part 6 from the base plate 1 is low to form a thin and attractive hair clip, which fits comfortably. When the base plate 1 and the clip plate 2 engage each other, the clip plate 2, curving to bulge out toward the base plate 1, presses the base plate 1 and the base plate 1 is formed into a bow shape along the clip plate 2 by its flexibility, so that the plates 1 and 2 contact each other broadly and press strongly against each other to hold hair securely between them.

Abstract: The invention consists of a removable flexible material cover for an article of fashion such as, hair barrettes, jewelry, and belt buckles. The cover comprises one or more pieces of said flexible material, with at least one piece of material being a shape similar to the shape of the article to be covered. An elasticized band is sewn or otherwise held along the perimeter of the material piece or pieces. The elasticized band acts to pull the material taut over the fashion accessory base, and thus assists in holding the cover in place. Decorative embellishments may be attached to the cover if desired, for further aesthetic appeal so that different decorations, at the discretion of the wearer, may be removably employed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hair slide assembly for holding together and decorating hair. The assembly is provided with a carrier to which is attached a decorative part, which carrier and decorative part within the assembly, when in use, are positioned at an angle to each other. The decorative part is provided with a clasp for holding the hair.

Abstract: A decorative hair styling and retaining accessory for holding the wearer's hair in place. The accessory includes at least one elastic member concealed within a decorative cover, and a comb attached at each end of the elastic member for attaching the accessory to the wearer's hair. The cover may be provided with a variety of decorative themes, and the combs are readily removable from the elastic member to enable the cover to be cleaned.

Abstract: An article of apparel which includes at least one LED which is intermittently and repetitively turned on. In one form, a hollow ball or shell contains an LED and a digital pulser comprising a battery and a digital oscillator for passing successive pulses of current through the LED. Preferably the shell is made in two separable and halves, to permit easy access to the interior to turn it on or off manually, to repair it, or to replace the battery. In another form, the invention comprises a linear series of LED's on a strip which can be fastened between the laces and tongue of a shoe, the LED's being successively turned on momentarily to produce the appearance of light moving along the strip.

Abstract: Hair pieces and a mounting for a variety of hair pieces is disclosed. The hair piece includes a base with top and bottom sides. Hair strands extend from the top side of the base and an elongate piece of flexible material is attached to the bottom side of the base by parallel lines of stitching to define a conduit open at both ends. The conduit is dimensioned to receive devices such as headbands and other fasteners to secure the hair piece on the head of the wearer and to shape the hair piece. The conduit has a width of between about one-half inch and one-inch to accommodate the fasteners and headband. For a fuller, more natural look to the hair pieces, wefts of hair may also be provided on the bottom side of the base.

Abstract: A hair clip has a base plate (1, 101) having comb-tooth-shaped lugs (4, 104), and also has a hair retainer (2, 102) connected to the base plate. The hair retainer has one end engageable with and disengageable from one end of base plate. The lugs (4, 104) are effective to render the hair clip more retentive on the user's hair. The hair retainer (2, 102) can swing or slide relative to the base plate (1, 101) so as to expose and use the comb-tooth-shaped lugs (4, 104) as a hair brush or as a comb, with the hair retainer then serving as a handgrip.

Abstract: A decorative ornament (10) for displaying a decorative element (12) is provided. Decorative ornament (10) comprises a coupling member (14) for coupling the decorative ornament (10) for display. Decorative ornament (10) further comprises a plurality of holding members (16) having openings (20). Holding members (16) are spaced apart to provide uninterrupted regions (22) between adjacent holding members (16). Decorative element (12) is threaded through openings (20). Decorative element (12) is further drawn through uninterrupted regions (22).

Abstract: A hair clip is made from an elongated metal plate by stamping. The hair clip comprises a base plate section, a clamping plate section, a hinge section connected between the base plate section and the clamping plate section, a retaining section extending from one end of the clamping plate, and a catch plate raised from the base plate section at one end remote from the hinge section. The retaining section has a V-shaped profile with retaining holes and the catch plate has two substantially C-shaped pawls which engage the retaining holes of the retaining section to secure the clamping plate section in the clamping position.

Abstract: An article for holding annular elastic hair ties, hair clips and earrings in a decorative fashion in which the hair ties, hair clips and earrings appear to form the clothing of the article. The article has an elongate body and face. The body has a hair tie receiving portion having a cross sectional dimension larger than the internal diameter of the annular hair ties in their relaxed configurations. The article has a hair clip receiving strip for attaching the hair clips thereto. The article also has an earring holder for receiving earrings. The article has a loop attached to the body for hanging the article in an upright position with the face above the hair tie and hair clip receiving portion of the article.

Abstract: A hair clip which includes a base plate, which has a center opening, two retaining notches at two opposite ends of the center opening, a plurality of downward teeth around the center opening, a pair of first downward lugs, a pair of second downward lugs, and two inward retainer rods raised from one first downward lug at different elevations, an ornament plate covered on the center opening of the base plate and having two downward retainer rods respectively fastened to the retaining notches, and a clamping plate, which has a coupling portion at one end pivoted to the second downward lugs of the base by a pivot, a retaining loop at an opposite end for fastening to one inward retainer rod of the base plate, a raised portion at one side corresponding to the center opening of the base plate, and a plurality of teeth raised from the raised portions for holding down the hair when the clamping plate is closed, or for grooming the hair when the clamping plate is opened.

Abstract: A hair clip includes a base plate having at one end portion a pair of hooking arms, and a hair retainer having one end portion rotatably connected to the other end portion of said base plate. The hair retainer further has at the other end portion thereof an engaging part releasably latched by the pair of hooking arms. A spring board has one end portion connected to one end of said hair retainer and the other end portion of which is a free end. The spring board is positioned between the base plate and the hair retainer and curved in the opposite direction to the curve of the hair retainer.

Abstract: A device for covering the end of a hair braid, having a hollow sleeve, open at its upper end and closed at its lower end, and having a W-shaped insert, which may be used to secure the end of the hair braid by wrapping the braid end around the lower middle portion of the W, and having rounded projections at the upper sides of the W, which spring into longitudinally oriented retaining slots in the upper sides of the sleeve, when the insert is inserted sufficiently into the sleeve. The insert is slightly oversized in comparison to the interior width of the sleeve, and is made of a material having sufficient elasticity to be insertable within the sleeve, and to cause the projections to snap into the retaining slots of the sleeve, when the insert is sufficiently inserted.

Abstract: An ornamental hair barrette provides a mechanism allowing for rapid replacement, removal or addition of alternate ornamental appendages without requiring the wearer to remove the barrette from the wearer's hair each time the ornamental appendages are replaced, removed or supplemented. The mechanism includes ribs and recesses for interlocking a stem to a shaft having at least one slot extending substantially lengthwise along the stem or the shaft which allows the interlocking to take place via spring-like expansion and retraction of the stem or shaft respectively.

Abstract: An optical ornament is provided wherein optic fibers are attached to a fastener for attaching the ornament to a person's hair, clothing or body or to an object. A plurality of optical fibers are extended outwardly from a portion of the ornament adapted to receive and focus light and are illuminated in the absence of added electrical energy. Decorations such as gemstones, artificial flowers, and the like are provided to decorate the fastener and to color the light transmitted through the fibers from the portion of the ornament adapted to receive and focus light.

Abstract: A hair clip combination device including a base, which has an insertion hole at one end and a retainer rod at an opposite end, a holder member shaped like the receptacle of a flower and fastened to the base by a screw, which has a bottom coupling groove, which receives the retainer rod, a bevel opening, which receives a coupling block at one end of the retainer rod, and an insertion hole, a petal-like cover fastened to the base by a screw, a pistil-like extension rod for mounting between the petal-like cover and the base, a metal clip for fastening to the bottom side of the base for securing it to the hair, a pin for insertion through the insertion hole of the base and the insertion hole of the holder member to hold down the hair, and a clamping plate for insertion into the insertion hole of the base to work with the retainer rod in holding down the hair.

Abstract: A hair styling device comprising a resilient member of elongated material, the device having at its upper extremity a pair of juxtaposed apertures joined by a raised hump. The device includes an additional plurality of apertures formed in a lower serpentine shaped extension. Locks of hair are extended through the apertures and held in place while the user is braiding them. Thus, multiple locks can conveniently be braided by the user with two hands only, thus obviating the necessity for assistance from a third party. The invention also includes a method of braiding hair utilizing the foregoing device.

Abstract: A multisensory decorative hair bow, or bow (10), for providing an audible message such as music, spoken words, or sound effects upon the activation of an acoustic element (22). The bow (10) is designed to adorn a wearer by placement in the person's hair. A conventional bow (12) is provided with an acoustic device (22) secured thereto in a conventional manner. A control switch (24) is carried by the acoustic device (22) such that when selectively engaged, the acoustic device (22) produces the audible message. A covering member (30) may be provided to cover the acoustic device (22) to hide the same from sight.

Abstract: A decorative ornament (10) for displaying a decorative element (12) is provided. Decorative ornament (10) comprises a plurality of holding members (14) having openings (18) separated by spacing members (16). Holding members (14) are spaced apart to provide uninterrupted regions (20) between adjacent holding members (14). Decorative ornament (10) also comprises a coupling member (22) for coupling the decorative ornament (10) for display. Decorative element (12) is threaded through openings (18). Decorative element (12) is further drawn through uninterrupted regions (20).

Abstract: A hair piece comprising a switch of hair attached at one end to a clip. The clip comprises a pair of jaws having a mutual pivotal connection. The jaws of the clip are provided which a spring which urges the jaws into engagement.