Abstract: An improved hair fashion accessory is disclosed. The invention consists of two long strips of material being formed into hollow tubes. The tubes are interlaced with one another. The ends of the tubes are attached to form a ring. An elastic band is disposed within the internal circumference thereby forming a hair twistee. Alternate embodiments of the invention, including a puffy hair attachment accessory, a dual color hair comb, and a twistee with an inner circumference free of material, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A hair drying turban made from a single piece of absorbent cloth and having a cap portion and, extending forwardly, a hair basket portion. In use, the wearer places the cap portion on his or her hair with the hair extending forwardly over the forehead and face (the wearer bending at the waist). Then, with the hair placed neatly within the hair basket portion, the hair basket is twisted about the longitudinal axis of the hair. The hair basket portion is then folded backwardly along the center line of the cap portion and secured to the back of the cap portion. A loop is provided for allowing the turban to be easily hung on a door peg and/or, alternatively, to facilitate the tucking in of the hair basket portion beneath the cap portion.

Abstract: For an improved fastening of a sleeping mask (1) to the head and for providing a certain noise protection, a holding device is formed by side parts (4,4') which are extended into a region adjacent to a wearer's ears and pertain to eye mask (2) and comprise receiving pockets (7,7') for the outer ears on the inner side facing the head. A drawstring has one end secured to the eye mask and a free end projecting out of a recess in a lower edge of the eye mask. The drawstring is pulled to secure the outer rend of the wearer in a receiving pocket.

Abstract: A multi-use hair piece kit is disclosed. The kit includes a support to be worn across the head of a wearer from near one ear to near the other ear, said support being generally conformable to the shape of the head of the wearer. The kit also includes a hair piece for covering a portion of the head of the wearer. The hair piece includes a flexible base, and hair strands attached to and extending outwardly from one side of the base. The hair piece is removably attached to the support and conforms to the shape of the support.

Abstract: A flat elongate sweat band having end portions releasably and adjustably fastenable to each other to form an annular configuration for use. The sweat band provides a thin tubular cover defining an internal chamber carrying a perspiration absorbing pad. The cover is compound with an annularly interior portion that is perspiration permeable and an annularly exterior portion that is perspiration impermeable which may carry patternation for aesthetic purposes or alphanumeric characters for advertising. One side of the cover carries an elongate strip of elastomeric material that shrinks after placement to provide elastic tension to aid positional maintenance of the band during use. The absorbent pad is formed of a mixture of linted fiber and water absorbing polymeres. The band structure particularly adapts the device for formation by continuous manufacturing processes which provide economic parameters allowing single use, throw away type use.

Abstract: A partial wig has a fabric support to which the hairs of the wig are secured, the support being semi-circular with a diametrical straight edge. A barrette anchorage member comprises a folded over fabric defining a conduit extending along the straight edge of and stitched to the wig support. The conduit receives a spring member of a hair barrette having a base plate to which an ornamental bow is secured and a hair retainer which rotatably latches to the base plate with the spring and anchorage members sandwiched therebetween. The spring member resiliently engages a slot of the retainer, locking the hair of a wearer and the anchorage member in place. Different barrettes may be used with the same wig and anchorage member assembly or different wigs or head covers such as veils with their attached anchorage members may be used with the same or different barrettes in interchangeable relation.

Abstract: A decorative pony tail holder for securely holding the hair of a user includes a band of elastic material with fabric surrounding the band and forming a plurality of radial projections extending circumferentially around a portion of the band. The pony tail holder may thus be secured to the hair by twisting the elastic band into a generally figure-eight configuration and folding it over itself to provide a tight band securing the hair with the radial projections extending circumferentially around the held hair of the user.

Abstract: A multi-layer moisture management elastic fabric including a moisture transport fabric layer constructed of hydrophobic yarns and defining a first fabric face for residing in skin contact during garment wear and for wicking moisture away from the skin. A moisture dispersal fabric layer is constructed of hydrophilic yarns and defines a second fabric face for residing in spaced-apart relation from the skin during garment wear and for receiving moisture from the hydrophobic moisture transport layer. Elastic yarns are integrated with the yarns of the moisture transport fabric layer and the yarns of the moisture dispersal fabric layer to form a single, integrated fabric which is highly elastic. The fabric is useful as waistband material and as athletic headbands, wristbands and as medical bandages and braces.

Abstract: A protective garment consists ofa planar fabric material section having a central area, inner an outer surfaces, top and bottom opposed ends, first and second opposed sides. A first and second independent elongated strips are partially separated from the remaining fabric and extending correspondingly along the first and second opposed sides from the bottom end in the direction of the top end. Each independent strip has a free end. The planar fabric material section further includes first, second and third securing units. The first securing unit removably secures the free end of the first independent strip to the central area of the fabric during formation of a first sleeve. The second securing means removably secures the free end of the second independent strip to the central area of the fabric during formation of a second sleeve. The third securing unit removably secures positioning of said top end around a head of the wearer.

Abstract: Hair and garment protector apparatus includes four panels appropriately secured together to define a generally cylindrical protector with a dome shaped top that sits on the top of a user's head and extends downwardly to about the upper portion of the user's chest and downwardly about to the level of the user's neck and upper back to protect garments being changed from makeup on the user. The protector apparatus is placed on the user's head after makeup is applied and prior to putting on clothing, and the apparatus is similarly used prior to removing the clothing to protect the clothing from makeup, and vice versa.

Abstract: A hair cap has a ceramic paper cap of a ceramic paper material sandwiched between an inner cap and an outer cap which are both formed of an impermeable synthetic resin material and when used in permanent wave hairdressing or bathing, will encourage the waving or curling of the hair and the metabolization of the head skin with the heating action of far infrared rays emitted from the ceramic paper cap.

Abstract: An after shower hat is fabricated from a towel-like material. A rectangular piece of the material is folded in half. The open sides are sewn forming first and second seams, and elastic is sewn around the opening to provide a snug fit. The seams are also provided with a stiffening material, whereby when the hat is worn with the seams at the front and back of the head, the hat stands relatively straight out from the wearer's head. This permits the hair to dry without flattening.

Abstract: A disposable, scented mask having a thickened mouthpiece portion adapting the mask to be held in position while gripped or clutched in the mouth or teeth. A chemically treated portion on the interior of the mask in the area of a wearer's nose allows a pleasant scent to combine with air permeating through the mask material on inhalation to effectively overcome unpleasant odors confronted by a wearer.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for absorbing liquid and/or stopping cut hair from running down a neck of a person when that person's hair is washed and/or cut. The apparatus comprises: a length of cloth or other liquid absorbent material which serves as an adjustable, removable collar, choker, or neck band that may be secured to the neck of the person; and means for fastening and securing respective ends of the choker or neck band around the neck of the person to provide an adequately close but comfortable fit. A relatively large protective cape may then be placed over the choker or neck band. The apparatus is reusable, and serves as a medium into which lengths of cut hair may be pierced, impaled, or imbedded, and thereby captured.

Abstract: A brim that can be placed around the head of a user whereby air directed from the top of the user's head is deflected from the user's face. The brim comprises a plurality of links forming a chain with each link being pivotally connected to adjacent links and which can be adjusted and fastened about the head of the user. Each of the links has top and bottom coplanar surfaces, an outer edge having a first arc of a first predetermined radius, an inner edge having a second arc of a second predetermined radius with a center portion of the inner edge being formed perpendicular to the top surface of the link wherein the surface will extend outwardly from the user's head thereby deflecting the air away from the user's face. The center inner edge portions are pivotally attached to one another by a flexible connector so that the user can encircle the links about the user's head. A fastener holds the brim together while in use.

Abstract: A hair rinsing hood is provided that utilizes a sealable front access port and a discharge port to facilitate the rinsing of hair after the application of a permanent, hair coloring, shampoo, etc. The hood is collapsible so that it may be drawn close to the scalp to form a tight fitting cap about the head. The hood includes a trailing sheet which extends rearwardly and downwardly from the hood for conveying liquids to a drain.

Abstract: An absorbent headband is provided which includes a resilient inner frame and one or more absorbent outer covers. The outer cover is generally tubular, and closed at each end. The outer cover is provided with a slot for removably inserting the inner frame member into the interior of the outer cover. A method is provided for absorbing perspiration which includes the steps of providing a resilient inner member which is generally u-shaped, providing a tubular outer cover, inserting the inner member into the outer cover, and placing the headband on the head of the wearer. The method may also include the steps of removing the inner member from the outer cover and inserting it into a second outer cover which may be dry, or of a different color as desired.

Abstract: An athletic headwear especially suitable for sporting activities and high wind conditions. The headwear comprises a body portion adapted for covering the head and hair of a wearer, the body portion having an inner surface and an outer surface, and the body portion having a generally linear forward edge, so that the forward edge of the body portion at its median portion is adapted for positioning on the forehead of the wearer, an elastic headband integral with the forward edge of the body portion on its outer surface, the elastic headband having opposite free ends extending beyond the forward edge, and the opposite free ends having means for fastening the ends to each other, so that the ends may be fastened to each other behind the head of the wearer at the nape of the neck to secure the headwear to the wearer's head, and a sweatpad integral with the forward edge of the body portion on its inner surface.

Abstract: Rinse shields are disclosed that are adapted to be worn by a person while the person's hair is being washed, rinsed, or otherwise treated with a liquid and while the person's upper body is in an upright position. The rinse shields prevent the liquid from contacting the subject's body or clothing below the hairline level when the rinse shield is being worn. The various embodiments, each of which is adapted to be worn around the subject's head at about the hairline level with the subject's hair placed above the hairline level, basically comprise a front, or taut, portion and a tail portion contiguous with the front portion. The front portion defines an opening therethrough adapted to sealingly fit to the person's head at about the hairline level and is adapted to form a brim around the front and sides of the person's head. Various stiffeners may be incorporated into the front portion to facilitate forming the brim.

Abstract: A disposable water impermeable garment which may be constructed according to various embodiments to provide protection to the head, selected portions of the human body, as well as objects being carried by the user. The cover is constructed of water impermeable transparent sheet material transparent at least over a portion corresponding to the lines of sight of the user, and having perforations to provide ventilation to the user. An endless elastic band--or other type of band--is tensioned about the cover and the head or slipped loosely around the neck of the user to retain the sheet material in position about the head of the user. In one embodiment the band is not endless and is capable of having both ends connected during use as by tying or fastening both ends.

Abstract: A hair washing aid 1 comprises a disposable flexible hood 2 having an opening 4 for fitting around the head 5 of an invalid and an inlet 6 at the top of the hood 2 for water and shampoo. The inlet 6 is sized to accommodate an attendant's hands for washing the hair, in use. A double sided hypo-allergenic tape 10 is used to attach the hood 2 in position and to form a fluid barrier to prevent fluid escaping from the hood 2, in use. An overlapping flap portion 20 of the hood 2 allows the hood to accommodate a range of head sizes. An integrally formed extension 30 of the hood defines a pocket for collection of water and shampoo run-off.

Abstract: Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy frequently experience the tragedy of total hair loss. Women and children, in particular, require suitable head covering, wherever they may be, during this trying time. A most versatile and useful headwrap is made from knit cottom, which retain body heat. The headwrap is long, wide in the center, and tapers to a point on both ends. Tapering allows the wrap to be tied in several distinct ways, creating many stylish looks. When the wrap is properly "dressed" and its tapered ends secured, it can be worn with, and under, the wearer's hats, and accented with fashion pins. The versatility of the headwrap is shown in its alernate stylish use as a belt or cummerbund.

Abstract: A sun screen hat formed from a planar sheet of flexible, slightly stretchable, pliant, sunblocking material. The hat has generally a brim section, an adjoining and extending skirt section and a generally circular opening at least partly within the brim section to define a rim band. The pliant hat material is self-draping so that when the hat is worn, the skirt section hangs down in vertical folds at the back of the wearer's head and neck, and if desired, parts of the shoulders, and folds into a hanging drape-like shape.

Abstract: This invention provides an accessory for headgear which provides protection of the posterior neck region, both ears and a poriton of either side of the face during inclement weather and exposure to the sun's rays. The headgear attachment is made of lightweight, waterproof, pliable material. The top edge of the protective portion contains a member conformable to the posterior and side portions of the wearer's head. The conformable member may be manually bent to impart a self-sustained shape and to alter the effective length of the top edge of the attachment. By bending and/or folding the conformable member there can be provided a plurality of accommodations such as adjusting the size of the headgear attachment, accommodating the shape of the head, and styling of the entire attachment. The headgear attachment may be attached, detached, and reattached to a cap, hat, headband, scarf, turban, or other head covering by means such as spring-loaded binder clips.

Abstract: A towel serves additionally as a headband and head covering when held in place by extended strips which fasten together at the back of the head. The towel is pulled back over the head and held in place with fasteners placed on both the towel and the extended strips. It is pulled forward over the head, for removing perspiration and grime from the face and neck area, and conveniently returned over the head during activity. It is also useful to protect from heat or sun while doing heavy physical work, sports activities, lying on the beach, and the like.Alternatively, the headband closure member comprises an elastic-containing band to effect a firm positioning about one's head.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a hair cutting accessory in the form of a cape and pat-down pads that utilize respective adhesive surfaces for collecting hair clippings that result during a hair cutting service. The cape is adapted with a collar member for draping around a person's neck area and is formed having a peelable backing for covering an adhesive strip surface of sufficient width to form two usable adhesive portions. The first adhesive portion is used to adhesively attach to a patron's neck area for creating a seal around the neck for preventing hair clippings from entering beneath the cape. The second adhesive portion is intended to be left exposed around the neck area for readily and adhesively collecting any fallen hair clippings. Each pat-down pad is sized to be hand held and is also formed having a peelable backing for covering an adhesive surface until ready to use.

Abstract: An article of headwear to protect eyes, ears, neck and shoulders of wearer from the sun's harmful rays during outdoor activities. This protective headwear consists of a semi-rigid visor portion, a kerchief portion and a ribbon portion. The visor is substantially crescent shaped, and the kerchief portion is substantially rectangular. The visor portion is attached to one of the short edges of the rectangular kerchief portion along its concave back edge. The ribbon portion is attached to the concave edge of the visor portion and to the said short edge of the rectangular kerchief portion. The ribbon is of sufficient length to allow the wearer to knot its ends behind ones head. The visor and kerchief portions are attached substantially in the middle region of said ribbon. The article, when dampened can provide evaporative cooling for the wearer in warm conditions, and when worn dry can retain warmth for the wearer in cold conditions.

Abstract: A forehead, temple, ear, and neck protector (11) to simultaneously protect the skin areas of the forehead, temples, ears, and neck from the irritation or burn that can be caused by overexposure to the high temperatures of heat generated by heat based hair styling devices such as curling irons, waving irons, hot combs, blow dryers, and the like. This device is constructed of a single piece of flexible material, includes detachable ear protectors which can withstand momentary contact with heated hair styling devices and is also durable enough to withstand the laundering process. The protector (11) includes a forehead protector (12) that extends from the edge of the hairline to the lower portion of the forehead, just above the eyebrows to completely cover and protect the forehead. The forehead protector (12) extends to a left side temple protector (14) and a right side temple protector (16) on the left and right side temples, respectively.

Abstract: Systems and techniques are described for providing insect repellent characteristics to a wide variety of wearing apparel. Elongated flexible insect repellent strips are secured to or retained in cavities in various articles of apparel to repel insects from the person wearing such apparel. The systems and techniques are applicable to all types of wearing apparel such as stockings, shoes, trousers, hats, shirts, etc.

Abstract: A turtleneck bib having an elongated collar portion which is secured to the shield portion of the bib. The height of the collar is at least 4 inches and the inner circumference of the collar is at least 11 inches to encourage non-restrictive folds which contact the child's neck and prevent liquids from traveling under the collar. A horizontal pleat on the collar encourages the formation of the nonrestrictive folds.

Abstract: A brace to hold the ears in a position folded forward and down having a pair of like spring clips attached with rivets to either end of an elastic strap.

Abstract: The fabric body of the device includes an inner satin-like fabric resistent to entanglement with hair engaged thereby, and an outer fabric which imparts strength, durability and cushioning to the device. Rear and side sections of the device respectively overlie the rear and sides of the head of a person wearing it. Strap-like sections extend from the side sections around the front, the opposite side, and part of the rear of the head of the user. Each strap-like section has a band of fastener material which releasably engages complementary fastener material upon the outer surface of the rear section of the device. A flap-like upper portion of the rear section of the device may be folded rearwardly and downwardly into overlying relationship with the fastener material and the outer ends of the strap-like sections. The upper and lower edges of the rear and side section of the body of the device are curved.

Abstract: A headband device fo absorbing liquids used with hair dressing treatments. A fluid impervious barrier layer is formed into a strip which extends for a distance greater than the circumference of the head. The strip has a width sufficient to define an absorbent region and a sealing region. Also provided is an adhesive layer applied to the absorbent region of the inside of the strip. A layer of superabsorbent material is placed in the absorbent region of the strip and is held in place by the adhesive. A moisture pervious fibrous stock is attached to the strip to cover the super absorbent and is exposed on the inside of the strip for contact with the head. The sealing region of the strip is bonded to the fibrous stock along the length of the strip and at the terminal ends. Flow of liquids such as perm solutions are limited to the absorbent region solely through the fibrous stock. The device is adjustable for fastening to a person's head to absorb hair coloring agents, perm solutions and the like.

Abstract: There is disclosed a full ear protector for beautician use during applications of liquid treatments which may irritate or otherwise cause discomfort to the ear flesh or outer ear canal, wherein the ear canal is protected by a plug while a full ear cover surrounds the ear proper. Absorbent materials on the inside of the ear cover and associated in and with the plug ensure that no unwanted liquids may contact the ear to any significant extent.

Abstract: A disposable cap and cape is provided for use during the chemical processing of hair both during the waiting period and the rinsing phase. It is preferrably fabricated from a single rectangular sheet of thin flexible plastic. The cap portion is formed at one end by folding the sheet over onto itself and welding the sides to each. A U-shaped neck cutout is made at the other end creating ties from the remaining material on either side. When the device is used as a cap, the cap portion is fitted over the head and the chemical is retained inside by the proximity of the sheet material. When the device is used as a cape, one tie is positioned on each side of the head, the device is pulled up to the back of the neck, the ties are tied together at the forehead, and the cap portion is allowed to drape down the back. Rinse water and chemicals then flow over the outside of the former cap into a sink.

Abstract: A hood-type garment for enclosing the head and face for protecting hair and makeup during dressing. The garment is a mesh-type fabric and has a zipper, Velcro.RTM. or tape closure to facilitate egress and ingress. An elastic band is attached to the base of the hood, the band encircling the neck of the wearer to secure the hood about the head and face of the wearer.

Abstract: A coverture for protecting a portion of the face from make-up during application of the make-up to the face comprises a shield having at least one make-up impervious section and a means for holding the shield adjacent the protected portion of the face during the application of the make-up. Additionally, a method of applying make-up to a first portion of the face comprises the steps of holding a shield adjacent a second portion of the skin to which make-up is not to be applied, applying make-up to the fast portion of the face, and removing the shield from the first portion of the face, wherein the shield has at least one make-up impervious portion.

Abstract: This invention relates to a head garment which can be used to protect a woman's makeup from a dress or the like and to protect the dress from makeup.

Abstract: A face and neck shield to be worn under a hood type dryer, involving a wide, annularly shaped band snugly fitting the head of the wearer substantially at the hair line of the wearer and deflecting most of the air exhausted from the dryer forwardly and away from the face and neck of the wearer while nevertheless providing substantial closure of the exhaust face of the hair dryer, the wide band of the shield being held in place by adjustable interconnection means in the rear portion thereof and by over-the-head band support strap means one of which runs from front-to-rear of the band, with diverging over-the-head strap means connected to the front-to-rear strap and diverging to points of attachment at the outboard edge of the band, substantially radially outwardly of the temples of the wearer, to provide positive band support thereat, the front-to-rear strap being frontally connected to the inboard edge of the band so that the front of the band over the face of the wearer, droops slightly in visor-like fashion

Abstract: A protective garment is disclosed which can be worn about the head and shoulders of a user to protect clothing that is being put on or removed from becoming damaged by contact with the user's cosmetics, coiffure, and facial oils or entanglement with the user's jewelry. The garment is constructed of lace-like material which is lightweight and which does not inhibit the user's vision. A ring member in the upper portion of the garment upon which the material is gathered and an elastic member near the lower portion of the garment, permit its expansion to be comfortably donned and to enclose the wearer's head and hair without disturbing the coiffure.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a curl keeping hair cap made of a substantially circular sheet of nonabsorbent air permeable material for permitting air circulation with a casing secured along the circular edge of the sheet and a drawstring having an elastic portion extending through the casing to permit adjustment of the hair cap to fit the contour of the face and neck of the wearer by gathering along the casing. The drawstring has tie ends which can be tied to each other to maintain the elastic portion of the drawstring in a stretched condition. The hair cap may be made of a single piece of nylon. A method of maintaining a hair permanent comprises applying permanent curl solution to hair, rinsing the solution from the hair, and enclosing the hair in a substantially circular curl keeping hair cap of nonabsorbent air permeable material with a drawstring having an elastic portion to gather the cap and fit the contour of the face and neck.

Abstract: A protective mask which is to be worn when dressing or changing clothes so as to protect a facial makeup or a hairdo, comprises a hood which is placed over the head and has a lower open end in through which the head is passed and which is made of an air permeable transparent material.

Abstract: A water-tight ear enclosure having a water-impervious membrane secured to a flexible, inelastic strip about a portion of an opening in the membrane and an elastic strip secured to opposite ends of the flexible, inelastic strip and to the remaining portions of the opening in the membrane. The strip is formed of a thin, polymeric material in a J shape which is adapted to be received in front of the tragus of the ear and below and behind the lobule of the ear. The elastic strip is adapted to extend around the back of the external ear and in one embodiment includes an extension extending below the ear to form a secondary seal. The flexible, inelastic strip includes an adhesive for attaching the strip to the skin of a person adjacent the ear. The membrane is a flexible plastic film. The seal is established by the combination of the adhesively secured plastic strip and the inward biasing force of the elastic strip bearing upon the back of the external ear.

Abstract: A reusable headband for protecting the wearer from eye injury when using permanent hair solution, generally referred to as a "perm" band. It comprises a strip of terry cloth which has been folded over a short central strip of elastic and sewed to such elastic while stretched, so that upon relaxation of the elastic strip, an accordion pleat will be provided to give elasticity to only the central portion of the terry cloth band. On opposite surfaces of the end portions of the band, strips of Velcro are provided for attaching the band to the head of the wearer.

Abstract: The device described herein comprises a sweatband adapted to collect sweat from the forehead of a runner or other exerciser into a trough and to direct the collected sweat to run out of the collecting trough through draining means positioned so as to let the collected sweat run out at the side of the wearer's head, preferably near his ears. The sweatband preferably has a lip extending upward and inward from the outer side of the trough, or that side not adjacent to the wearer's forehead, whereby any sloshing or overflow of the collected sweat that might be caused by the motion or jarring of the wearer's body will be avoided. In another preferred modification the side of the sweatband which is adapted to be positioned against the wearer's forehead is advantageously made of a wise strip of material to give more firm positioning against the forehead.

Abstract: A disposable ear protecting device which comprises a cap, an absorbent pad having an intensive water-absorbing portion in the cap and a aperture having an adhesive portion having a masking cover, whereby the ear protecting device is utilized to the ear for precluding entry of the foreign matter including moisture. The ear protector is inexpensive, simplicity of manufacture and complete seal.

Abstract: A face and body shield is provided for persons having their hair shampooed. The shield includes a flexible and at least water impervious panel including opposite upper and lower margins and opposite side margins extending between corresponding ends of the upper and lower margins. The upper margin includes at least a central portion thereof which is outwardly convex curved and includes first stiffening structure extending therealong. A generally circular opening is formed in the panel adjacent and spaced inwardly of the central portion of the upper margin and the marginal edges of the panel defining the opening are gathered and have an elongated elastic strip anchored relative thereto and extending therealong. In addition, second stiffening structure is carried by the panel between the marginal portions thereof defining the adjacent portions of the central portion of the upper marginal edge and the aforementioned opening.

Abstract: This invention is an improved permanent wave cap which provides a means for preventing liquid run-offs from dripping down the face and neck of the person receiving the permanent. Also a means is provided for catching liquids for recycling them back over the head of the customer or person getting the permanent. Additionally a removable storage means is provided to receive curlers and to allow the same to be transported to a washing area for cleaning prior to reuse. Finally the improved permanent wave cape of the present invention is so designed that it can act as a cover or heat bag to prevent heat loss during the setting of the permanent prior to neutralization thereof.

Abstract: A head covering having the general appearance of a turban and made from elastic fabric so as to fit securely in a snug manner about the head. Liner components are of a fleecy material to partially fill the interior of the head covering and thereby compensate for the wearer's loss of hair to render the appearance of a head covering worn over a full head of hair.

Abstract: This novel and unique headband device serves to support a fresh piece of mistletoe in front of its wearer's head. Primarily, it consists of a strip of material, which is suitably fastened to the head of the wearer, and it also includes a fork member, having an opening for receiving the mistletoe, which is disposed of after its use. The headband may also be used for supporting other decorative or novelty items.