Abstract: Holey bag with a detachable decoration includes a bag body provided with a plurality of holes and the decoration provided with a decorative part and an installation part. The decoration is detachably assembled on the bag body through cooperation between the installation part and the holes. The decorative part is fixed in front of one hole. The bag body is provided with a bottom piece, a rear piece and a top cover piece connected to a left piece, a front piece and a right piece through a zipper. The bag has a small weight, is convenient to transport, carry and decorate. When the zipper is unfastened, the bottom piece, the rear piece and the top cover piece are separated from the left piece, the front piece and the right piece, so that the bag is unfolded to be planar, thus, greatly reducing a casing volume and further reducing transportation cost.

Abstract: A carrying bag includes a housing, two attachments attached to two side portions of the housing, a strap device having two engaging members at end portions for engaging with the attachments of the housing, and two retaining devices slidably attached to the strap device, the retaining devices each include a spring biasing member for contacting and engaging with the engaging member of the strap device, and a retainer extended from the spring biasing member for contacting and engaging with the engaging member of the strap device and the attachment of the housing and for anchoring and retaining the engaging member of the strap device and the attachment of the housing together.

Abstract: Provided is a versatile bag, including: a containing portion, one side of which is open, thereby forming a main containing chamber for storing belongings; and a deformable portion, which changes the shape thereof, thereby covering the main containing chamber or covering the outside of the containing portion. Embodiments of the present invention can implement a bag that has various shapes and uses.

Abstract: The invention of the Perfect Bag Plus evolved from a void in the beauty and fashion industries. The Perfect Bag Plus is the fusion of a common accessory, a handbag enclosed with the contents of makeup, cosmetic applicators and a detachable lighted mirror all in one. It creates the perfect portable vanity by providing a detachable lighted mirror that when illuminated with led lights, it produces optimum visibility for clear, accurate and even application or removal of makeup. The Perfect Bag Plus can be made in multiple various handbag styles and is easy to maintain.

Abstract: A bag assembly comprising of any number of detachable and re-attachable, wedge-shaped, independent, bag segments, that when collectively joined together, form a pumpkin-shape. The wedge-shaped, independent bag segments can be joined, at their top ends and their bottom ends, by each attaching to a detachable rings at the top and the bottom. An inner pocket is included within each of the wedge-shaped, independent, bag segments. One or more detachable shoulder or hand straps can be applied and connect at either of the ends of the bag assembly for carrying purposes, or the strap can be attached directly to the bag segment. The detachable rings also serve as quick grab handles. Each of the wedge-shaped, independent bag segments have an exterior access entry.

Abstract: A draw-cord cinching system includes various element. For example, the system generally includes a tube having a tubular wall forming a through-channel between a first end of the tube and a second end of the tube. The tubular wall includes at least a first portion with a first amount of pliability and a second portion with a second amount of pliability, which is less than the first portion. The first and second portions may be arranged or located such that the when the tube is shortened, such as by pulling a draw cord positioned in the through-channel, the tubular wall folds or bends at the first portion having a higher amount of pliability than the second portion.

Abstract: An operating method for controlling a wearable electronic device is provided. The operating method obtains an environmental variable (which is indicative of the current environment) and determines an appearance variable (e.g., a user's favorite color) based on the environment variable, by referring to information about different appearances predetermined to be suitable for different environmental conditions. The operating method also generates a control signal for adjusting the appearance of at least one non-panel region of the wearable electronic device based on the appearance variable. This causes the adjusted appearance of the non-panel region of the wearable electronic device to change based on the current environment.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a reconfigurable bag which can form a variety of bags, handbags and purses. With all of the demands of busy lives, women today need to have a variety of bags and purses. Women need a clutch for evening use, a large purse for taking to work, a smaller purse for daytime outings, and a briefcase or computer bag. A reconfigurable bag as disclosed herein would help to eliminate these issues by providing a bag that can be converted to a variety of bags and purses.

Abstract: A protective bag, such as for a handbag, has configurable dimensions so that the protective bag can be conformed to the shape and size of the handbag. The width, depth, height and silhouette of the protective bag can be separately configured. The protective bag may have a rim that can be independently configured. Accessory pockets and removable carriers such as a shoulder strap or a pair of handles may be part of the protective bag.

Abstract: Disclosed and claimed herein are handbags which combine both security inspection with personal privacy. The handbag consists of at least transparent outer side panels and a collapsible opaque inner lining. The inner lining detaches and collapses to the bottom of the bag to allow security inspection and is pulled back up and reattached to provide privacy.

Abstract: A carrying case that may be configured to include or to receive an attachable panel is described. The attachable panel may be configured to be attached to the carrying case. The attachable panel may have graphical artwork or pictures printed onto its surfaces or otherwise affixed to it. The manufacturer of the attachable panel may not need to carry inventory of printed attachable panels, but instead may produce graphically enhanced attachable panels upon each sales order.

Abstract: The present invention is comprised generally of (i) a main body pouch comprising a front side and back side permanently joined along the right and left perimeter of the front and back side; a top boundary of the front and back side forming an open periphery; and a top boundary of the front and back side forming a closed periphery; (ii) a belt body with terminal ends; (iii) at least one fastening device to secure the belt body to the top boundary of the main body such that the belt body is attachable and detachable from the main body; and (iv) at least one fastening device to secure the belt body around a user's waist such that the handbag is transformable to a beltbag by securing the belt body around a user's waist.

Abstract: A system, method and apparatus for a storage device or bag are disclosed. A portion of the bag is made of transparent material. Further, a shielding device is coupled to the bag and a privacy shield is coupled to the bag using the shielding device such that the privacy shield covers to at least a portion of the transparent material. In addition, a fastening device is coupled to the bag such that the fastening device is used to open and close the bag.

Abstract: A convertible handbag includes a body having front and rear sides and a bottom forming an interior compartment. The body has a bottom portion including the bottom, a top portion, and an intermediate portion connecting the top and bottom portions. The top portion is foldable into and out of the interior compartment to convert the body between a tote and a purse. Each side has a bottom pair of openings in the intermediate portion and a top pair of openings in the top portion. Front and rear continuous-loops of flexible material extend through both the top and bottom openings so that the continuous-loops can be pulled from the top pairs of openings to form loop handles extending from the top openings when the body is a tote and can be pulled from the bottom openings to form loop handles extending from the bottom openings when the body is a purse.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pocketbook system that allows to easily mix and match how many pocketbooks, other carriers, and/or straps will suffice for that day or evenings' use while this pocketbook system is easy to use and inexpensive to manufacture. More particularly, the pocketbook system has a primary pocketbook for carrying contents, one or more removably attached secondary carrier for carrying contents, a device(s) for removably attaching the secondary carrier(s) to the inside or outside of the primary pocketbook, or for attaching the primary pocketbook and secondary carrier together, and preferably has at least one removable flexible strap(s) and a device(s) for removably attaching the strap(s) to the primary pocketbook and/or secondary carrier. The user makes use of the pocketbook system by attaching, detaching, re-attaching, exchanging, and switching different parts and/or elements to form a suitable pocketbook structure for a particular use at a particular time.

Abstract: A sandal can include a sole, one or more straps each having at least one end that is operationally connected to the sole, and a fastening member for releasably receiving an ornament comprising one or more protruding members. The fastening member can be coupled to at least one of the one or more straps and can include an inner cavity and a housing at least partially enclosing the inner cavity. An opening can be disposed in and through an upper portion of the housing in such a way that the opening leads to the inner cavity. One or more projections can be joined with the housing and can extend into the inner cavity. Each of the one or more projection can be situated at a position along a path of motion of at least one of the one or more protruding member from an unfastened position to a fastened position.

Abstract: A purse or bag for carrying accessories and/or personal articles that converts into a pillow is provided. In a first state, the purse or bag includes at least two exterior pockets configured for carrying appropriate sized articles or accessories. In a second state, the purse or bag is turned inside out to expose first and second pillow portions which when zippered, or coupled, together form a single pillow.

Abstract: Embodiments are described of methods and systems for interchangeable personal bags, such as shoulder bags, hand bags, totes, purses, clutches, and the like. Personal bags of the present teachings can be adapted to change their appearance. According to various embodiments, a first personal bag can be placed within a compartment, pocket, etc. of a second personal bag (or receiving bag), with a flap of the first bag covering at least a portion of an exterior side of the second bag, wherein the outward appearance of the flap of the first bag differs from that of the covered portion of the exterior side of the second bag. The exterior appearance of the second bag can thereby be changed.

Abstract: The present invention is a purse that can be converted between a shoulder bag and a clutch purse. It is also reversible, meaning that the fabric on either the interior or the exterior can be exposed. The present invention consists of a lined sack, with grommets or other medium attached to the fabric at the open end of the sack. A second piece to the present invention is a cloth scarf, made of a relatively sturdy fabric that is capable of carrying the weight of the typical contents of the purse. The cloth scarf is woven in and out of the grommets on the top of the purse. The purse can exist in two modes, as a shoulder bag and as a clutch purse. In the shoulder bag mode, the two loose ends of the scarf are tied together in a knot, and the bag is worn with the arm going through the tied scarf. In the second mode, the purse acts as a clutch purse. In this mode, the scarf is tied loosely into a decorative bow, and the bag is folded over with the bow facing the outside.

Abstract: Handbags, including soft handbags, are easily customizable by attaching or changing handbag covers of virtually any design. The handbag covers can include, at least in part, an essentially collapsible material, and are relatively small and easily stored. Accordingly, the aesthetic and design of handbags can be easily altered without requiring the purchase of different handbags of different styles. In at least one implementation of the present invention, the handbag covers essentially envelope the base handbag. Additionally, one or more implementations of the present invention include handbag covers that attach to a base handbag via a plurality of attachment forces.

Abstract: Handbags, including soft handbags, are easily customizable by attaching or changing handbag covers of virtually any design. The handbag covers can include, at least in part, an essentially collapsible material, and are relatively small and easily stored. Accordingly, the aesthetic and design of handbags can be easily altered without requiring the purchase of different handbags of different styles. In at least one implementation of the present invention, the handbag covers essentially envelope the base handbag. Additionally, one or more implementations of the present invention include handbag covers that attach to a base handbag via a plurality of attachment forces.

Abstract: Some implementations of this disclosure provide an electronically customizable article comprising a fashion article selected from the group consisting of a handbag, a shoe, glasses, a tie, and a bowtie wherein the fashion article comprises an electronic visual display, a processor, a communication interface for communication between the fashion article and a network, and a non-transitory computer readable medium containing instructions that, when executed by the processor, causes the fashion article to connect to a server over the network, receive data from the server, and display one or more images associated with the data on the electronic visual display.

Abstract: A protective bag, such as for a handbag, has configurable dimensions so that the protective bag can be conformed to the shape and size of the handbag. The width, depth, height and silhouette of the protective bag can be separately configured. The protective bag may have a rim that can be independently configured. Accessory pockets and removable carriers such as a shoulder strap or a pair of handles may be part of the protective bag.

Abstract: A clutch case comprises a pair of clamshell members hinged together at a bottom edge thereof such that the members, when closed, form an interior chamber for containing objects and, when open, provide access to the interior chamber. Each of the clamshell members has a lumen extending along at least a portion of its perimeter. The lumen is capable of containing a liquid having decorative material entrained therein. In use, tilting the case imparts motion to the entrained decorative material to create a unique visual appearance.

Abstract: An interchangeable handbag system. The system includes a handbag body having an open top and an interchangeable flap. The interchangeable flap may be removeably attached to the handbag body to cover an opening of the handbag body. In other embodiments, the interchangeable flap may be removeably attached to itself to form a separate handbag.

Abstract: A convertible clutch purse is disclosed that converts to a billowy sash and vice versa. The purse is formed of an elongated composite fabric structure having an inner sheet and an outer billowed sheet attached together to form, in one embodiment, a generally oval shaped body. A selectively closable pocket is sandwiched between the inner and outer sheets, wherein the pocket is accessible along one edge joining the inner and outer sheets, and wherein the sash may be folded into the pocket to convert the sash into the clutch purse. An alternative embodiment converts from the purse to a stole or scarf having free ends.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to bags and cases for storage of cameras or other objects. More specifically, the system integrates a waterproof dry bag component optimized for storage of cameras and camera accessories, with a bag component of substantially the same size and shape of the dry bag into a single unit. When separated, the two components can perform as individual units.

Abstract: A reversible handbag capable of taking a variety of different shapes and configurations having a front side, a back side, and a bottom side, two side seams formed by joining the boundaries of the front side with the boundaries of the back side. The bottoms of the front side and back side are joined to the outer perimeter of the bottom side leaving an open periphery at the top of the handbag. The side seams each have an aperture located near their top edges and the front back sides each have two columns of two or more apertures. The open periphery can be folded inward or outward to create several different configurations of the handbag and the apertures on the side seams and front and back sides are capable of receiving clasps or other fasteners from straps in order to provide handles, carrying straps, and the like for the various configurations.

Abstract: The present invention therefore provides a tote bag comprising: a selectively openable and closable bag opening; a plurality of compartments, each having an interior storage area; a first exterior bag surface and a second exterior bag surface; wherein the first or the second exterior surface of each of the plurality of compartments may be selectively displayed by turning the tote bag inside out; means for selectively opening and closing the tote bag opening; and, at least one means for toting the tote bag, wherein the plurality of compartments are attached to each other along a single line such that each compartment may move independently.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to handbags, purses, and similar containers for carrying personal items. More specifically, the invention is a convertible and reversible handbag that can be changed via the use of various magnetic snaps, adjustable leather straps and chain strap to make 14 different styles of handbag all within one bag including a messenger style, drawstring style, tote bag, A-line shape handbag, backpack, clutch, waist bag, etc. Further the handbag can be reversed, thus allowing the wearer to create any of those same styles in an alternate color or fabric.

Abstract: A handbag, a system and a method interchange storage containers which hold personal items and/or professional items. The handbag may have an outer shell that may have walls defining a cavity. The handbag has an insert with portions defining three or more containers. The handbag has a purse insert with sides defining an inner volume of the purse insert. The handbag has a purse shell with sections defining a chamber. The purse insert fits within the insert, and the insert fits within the outer shell. The purse insert may be transferred into an alternate insert, placed in a purse shell or carried independently. The insert is transferrable between the outer shell and an alternate outer shell. Moreover, the purse insert fits within the purse shell and is transferrable from the insert to the purse shell.

Abstract: A carrying bag assembly comprises a bag assembly, a flap, and a first connection system. The bag assembly comprises a front panel, a rear panel, a left side panel, a right side panel, a bottom panel, and a cover panel. The bag assembly defines a bag opening and a connection pocket. The flap defines first and second flap surfaces. The flap may be in one of a first attached configuration, a second attached configuration, and a detached configuration. When in either of the first and second attached configurations, the flap may be moved between a closed configuration and an open configuration. When in one of the attached configurations, either the first or second flap surface is visible when the flap is in the closed configuration. When the flap is in either of the first or the second attached configurations, the first connection system is substantially located within the connection pocket.

Abstract: An interchangeable handbag system includes a stand alone foundation handbag having an inner storage accommodating surface and an outer decorative surface. The foundation handbag may have regions, such as a hollow interior, front panel, a rear panel and a bottom panel connected by at least one edge to form a hollow container open at a top end thereof. Alternately the foundation handbag may be a simple flexible open-top container with a closed bottom, where the hollow interior, front and rear regions are part of the continuous container. The handbag system includes one or more reversible and/or non-reversible outer slip covers that fit over the foundation bag in a nested arrangement. The slip covers may fit over all and/or alternately a portion of the foundation bag and/or another slip cover. The slip covers and foundation bag are connected by one and/or multiple fastening structures.

Abstract: An adaptable bag system for infant care is presented. The infant care system has a primary bag assembly and a plurality of detachable bag holders that are detachably securable to the primary bag assembly. The primary bag assembly includes a diaper bag, multiple storage pockets, multiple clicking posts for attaching accessories, and a foldable flap for overlapping and covering the diaper bag. The plurality of detachable bag holders are for holding various baby articles, and each of the said bag holders have a releasable latch for releasable attachment to the clicking posts. The plurality of detachable bag holders could include bottle holders, feeding accessories holders, pacifier holders, food bags, cosmetics bags, small purses/money holders, waterproof bags, clothes bags, cooler bags, wipes holders, storage bags, changing pads, bag top flap, key chains, credit card holders, mat or blanket holders, and cell phone and/or personal digital assistant (PDA) cases.

Abstract: An expandable bag includes a body having a lower portion defining a closed bottom and a generally upstanding lower sidewall having an upper rim and an upper portion defining an upper sidewall having a lower edge coupled adjacent to the upper rim of the lower portion and having an upper rim defining a top opening. The upper portion is movable between a folded position, in which the upper sidewall is folded within the lower sidewall such that the upper rim of the upper portion and the top opening thereof is disposed generally adjacent to the upper edge of the lower portion to define an interior compartment of a certain size, and an extended position, in which the upper portion is unfolded and extended upwardly, thereby extending the height of the body and creating an interior compartment of greater size.

Abstract: A reversible handbag capable of taking a variety of different shapes and configurations having a front side, a back side, and a bottom side, two side seams formed by joining the boundaries of the front side with the boundaries of the back side. The bottoms of the front side and back side are joined to the outer perimeter of the bottom side leaving an open periphery at the top of the handbag. The side seams each have an aperture located near their top edges and the front back sides each have two columns of two or more apertures. The open periphery can be folded inward or outward to create several different configurations of the handbag and the apertures on the side seams and front and back sides are capable of receiving clasps or other fasteners from straps in order to provide handles, carrying straps, and the like for the various configurations.

Abstract: A reversible tote comprising a reversible body including first and second surfaces having different patterns. A first pair of openings may extend through a first side of the body to receive a first handle and a second pair of openings can extend through a second side of the body to receive a second handle. A interior lining may form a storage compartment and can be fixed proximate to an upper edge of the body. The interior lining may have a zipper to selectively open and close an end of the lining.

Abstract: A reversible carrying bag that includes fabric panels positioned in overlying relation to one another and stitched along opposing side edges. Flaps formed along the opposing top and bottom edges form passages through which carrying straps may extend. The carrying bag may also include fasteners affixed to the edges of the panels for attaching to a handle.

Abstract: An interchangeable handbag system includes a stand alone foundation handbag having an inner storage accommodating surface and an outer decorative surface. The foundation handbag may have regions, such as a hollow interior, front panel, a rear panel and a bottom panel connected by at least one edge to form a hollow container open at a top end thereof. Alternately the foundation handbag may be a simple flexible open-top container with a closed bottom, where the hollow interior, front and rear regions are part of the continuous container. The handbag system includes one or more reversible and/or non-reversible outer slip covers that fit over the foundation bag in a nested arrangement. The slip covers may fit over all and/or alternately a portion of the foundation bag and/or another slip cover. The slip covers and foundation bag are connected by one and/or multiple fastening structures.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article carrier and, more specifically, to a customizable and modifiable article carrier built from a plurality of zipper strips. Each strip includes two bands of flexible material adjoined along an adjacent edge. The opposing edges of the bands have a toothed edge operable to lock to a toothed edge on an adjoining strip via a zipping mechanism. A plurality of strips are combined to form an article carrier compartment with optional closures and carrying straps.

Abstract: This “Interchangeable Scarf Handbag” allows you to change the look of the handbag by threading a scarf of choice through rings on the bag thus creating a unique and individually expressive accessory. An article, specifically a handbag, in patent leather, pvc, pu, canvas or any other material, in which twelve holes are cut into the material on the top rim to create an opening. Twelve openings on the top rim, six on each side, are finished with brass rings. These rings are ½ inch in diameter. These hollow brass rings become the receptacle for items to be threaded around the top rim of the bag. The size of the hole makes it extremely easy to thread the scarf or any other material allowing for individual expression.

Abstract: An interchangeable foundation bag, foundation bag system a method of using the foundation bag system is described. In one embodiment, an interchangeable carrying bag system, is provided which includes a discrete inner foundation bag having an inner surface and an outer surface; at least one outer bag having a top periphery, an inner surface, and an outer surface; a first zipper portion connected to the foundation bag; and a second zipper portion connected to the top periphery of a slipcover. The foundation bag, foundation bag system, and method in various embodiments, may preferably use a reversible/non-reversible liner and a reversible/non-reversible handle.

Abstract: A reversible tote comprising a reversible body including first and second surfaces having different patterns. A first pair of openings may extend through a first side of the body to receive a first handle and a second pair of openings can extend through a second side of the body to receive a second handle. A interior lining may form a storage compartment and can be fixed proximate to an upper edge of the body. The interior lining may have a zipper to selectively open and close an end of the lining.

Abstract: A two-in-one handbag has different color patterns in two different closed positions. The handbag's two connected halves have inner rectangular facades and have outer arcuate façades having multiple horizontal segment, the first and second halves each having a substantially D-shaped cross-section. Flaps alternately cover the contiguous horizontal segments have outer sides of a first color and undersides of a second color so that a different color pattern emerges in the first closed position as compared to the second closed position. After the handbag is opened normally into two halves, it can continue to be opened when the halves continue to be rotated away from each to reach the second closed position by rotating the first outer arcuate façade along an entire surface of the second outer arcuate façade or vice versa. Each half's compartment is covered by a zippered cover to store objects. Reinforcing closure devices include magnets, snaps, Velcro.

Abstract: There is provided a purse with a removable flap and method for using such purse. A receptacle having an opening wherein objects may be placed in and removed from the receptacle is provided. A flap is provided having a portion adapted to cover at least a portion of the receptacle opening. A fastener is provided having a first fastener member and a second fastener member with the first fastener member located on the flap and the second fastener member located on the receptacle. The fastener is constructed so as to permit the flap to be readily detached from the receptacle and readily re-attached to the receptacle.

Abstract: A two-in-one handbag has different color patterns in two different closed positions. The handbag's two connected halves have inner rectangular facades and have outer arcuate façades having multiple horizontal segment, the first and second halves each having a substantially D-shaped cross-section. Flaps alternately cover the contiguous horizontal segments have outer sides of a first color and undersides of a second color so that a different color pattern emerges in the first closed position as compared to the second closed position. After the handbag is opened normally into two halves, it can continue to be opened when the halves continue to be rotated away from each to reach the second closed position by rotating the first outer arcuate façade along an entire surface of the second outer arcuate façade or vice versa. Each half's compartment is covered by a zippered cover to store objects. Reinforcing closure devices include magnets, snaps, Velcro.

Abstract: An improved purse having the capability of easily and quickly being transformed in appearance of color, texture and mood on the surface of its exterior by use of interchangeable panels of selected material (22) being placed inside the purse's exterior pocket (32). An opening and closure means (28) allows access for the panel of selected material (22) to be inserted into the purse's exterior pocket (32) which then is placed in a closed position to hold said panel of selected material (22) securely in position. A cutout opening in the outermost surface of the pocket (30) allows the panel of selected material (22) to be seen, thus transforming the purse's former surface appearance to that of a new and different appearance in mere seconds without having disturbed the contents inside the purse.

Abstract: A transformable purse system that includes a base, multiple purse covers, multiple handle options, and alternatively multiple decorative clip options. The covers wrap around the purse base such that the ends of the base are left exposed and the end of the cover forms a lid. The decorative clips may be attached at the point where the lid fastens to the purse. The covers may be attached with hook-and-loop fasteners such that they are easily interchangeable without removing the contents of the purse. The straps may similarly be attached using hook-and-loop fasteners and rest in grooves in the base ends, and may be further secured in place using rods at the top of the base ends.

Abstract: An expandable bag includes a body having a lower portion defining a closed bottom and a generally upstanding lower sidewall having an upper rim defining an upper opening and an upper portion defining an upper sidewall having a lower edge coupled adjacent to the upper edge of the lower portion and having an upper rim defining a top opening. The upper portion is movable between a folded position, in which the upper sidewall is folded within the lower sidewall such that the upper rim of the upper portion and the top opening thereof is disposed generally adjacent to the upper edge of the lower portion to define an interior compartment of a certain size, and an extended position, in which the upper portion is unfolded and extended upwardly, thereby extending the height of the body and, in turn, the bag creating an interior compartment of greater size.

Abstract: A purse that converts into a doll bed, having an upwardly facing basket; fabric mounted in the basket and which extends upwardly from the basket to form an upwardly facing container that may serve as either a purse or a doll bed; straps secured to the upper end of one of the fabric or the basket so that the combination purse and doll bed may be readily carried; the fabric of the purse extends upwardly sufficiently so that the fabric may form a purse or be folded outwardly to form a doll bed; and a fabric hood secured to the interior of the fabric which may lay concave when the fabric is formed into a purse or be lifted to serve as a toy sunshade for a doll when the fabric is formed into a doll bed.