Abstract: A low friction fabric constructed of a first layer of woven polyester fibers with an upper and lower woven surface attached to and adjacent a second layer of the same weave of polyester or similar fibers, the second layer having an upper and lower surface. Each of the woven layers comprising a straight yarn in the warp of the weave pattern with the weaves of the layers being oriented at a 90 degree angle to one another.

Abstract: Tights restrain the knees from wobbling motions, stabilize running motions and can be comfortably worn for a long time without causing fatigue.

Abstract: A stocking which comprises a knitting yarn having an ion powder formed through pulverizing a poly-element ore (defined in the specification) incorporated therein. The above stocking generates negative ions, which improve the circulation of blood, from the knitting yarn itself and thus is useful for the health promotion, for example, the increase of immune strength, mental stabilization, the improvement of physical function, the excretion of a waste product, the improvement of the function of a respiratory organ, and the lightening of the feeling of lassitude.

Abstract: A stocking to be worn on a foot of a person, includes a flattenable hollow tube of stretch material having a first portion with a first open end, a second portion extending from the first portion and having a second open end, and a folded portion folded backward from the second open end of the second portion to surround the second portion and having a circumferentially extending connecting part secured to the second portion along a circumferentially extending securing line, and a circumferentially extending open part movable between a folded position, where the circumferentially extending open part of the folded portion is folded back to surround a corresponding area of the second portion, and an unfolded position, where the circumferentially extending open part of the folded portion is extended forward from the second open end of the second portion away from the second portion.

Abstract: A hosiery having a comfort toe area includes a panty member to receive the lower torso of a user. Such panty member having an upper edge. A pair of leg members to receive the legs of such user depend from such panty member. A pair of foot members are connected respectively to such leg members to receive the feet of such user. A pair of toe members are connected respectively such foot members to receive the toes of such user.

Abstract: A woven sock body having a multitude of high friction dots defining friction buttons arrayed around the bottom thereof.

Abstract: A sock used in pilates includes a medial support about an arch portion of the sock, a side support member extending longitudinally along a lateral edge, a metacarpal support member, a reinforcement member extending from a heel portion to the metacarpal support member, and a plurality of raised bumps strategically located on a lower surface to provide tactile response to weight shift and pressure due to posture that can be used to correct or adjust posture during pilates exercises.

Abstract: An adjoining device for securing paired items of clothing, such as socks, or gloves comprises a releasable fastening tab strip embedded with velcro hook and loop fastening elements and a tab strip embedded with velcro hooks wherein first tab appended horizontally on one sock of a pair and the second tab appended vertically with a belt loop form on the other sock of same pair allows loop section of first tab to engage after being inserted through the opening of belt loop of second tab strip with hooks, and then, closed to interconnect with hooks of first tab strip appended horizontally providing a secure releasable attachment that resist forces that separate paired articles clothing during the laundry process.

Abstract: Apparel and processes for covering a foot, leg and/or a portion thereof. The apparel may include a sock-like tube made of wearable material that is sized to fit over the foot and the leg. The sock-like tube may have a closed end, an open end, and an opening near but not at the closed end that is sized for the foot to pass through. The processes may include sliding the sock-like tube over the foot and leg while positioning the opening so that it ends up over the top of the foot and moving the toes through the opening.

Abstract: A fastener mechanism releasably unites articles of clothing, which are reliably kept in paired relationship throughout laundering and storage. The fastener mechanism has a first fastener component comprising a disk-shaped member having a body and a grooved portion circumferentially extending around the body. A second fastener component comprising a u-shaped member forms an aperture. The u-shaped member has a ribbed portion circumferentially extending there around to facilitate interlocking of the components. The first and second fastener components are permanently attached to the corresponding articles of clothing via an appending member. A protective concealment pocket is optionally included to house the fastening components when the articles of clothing are worn. The first and second fastener components may be attached to a single article of clothing and act as a releasable fastening device integrally thereon or serve to releasably unite separate clothing components functionally related and distinct.

Abstract: Described herein is a ventilated, non-slip sleeve which may be applied to an irregularly shaped object, for example a body part such as a limb or extremity, as well as methods for making and using such a non-slip sleeve. In one particular embodiment, the present invention relates to a ventilated, non-slip sock for an animal, and a method for making the sock from a non-slip material. The ventilated, non-slip sock of the instant invention finds particular utility as a mobility aid for injured and/or aged animals, to facilitate ambulation over slippery surfaces or floors.

Abstract: An anti-slippery footwear includes a sock, an insole, and an attaching structure formed on the attaching surfaces of the sock and insole. The attaching structure has a first attaching portion and a second attaching portion to provide anti-slippery effect while being attached with each other. At least one of the attaching surfaces of the sock and the insole has a recessed portion to accommodate at least one of the first and second attaching portions therein. The joining portions of the attaching structures are slightly lower than the attaching surface of the sock or the insole, such that when the individual wearing the sock is trying to put on a shoe that has the insole, the first and second attaching structures will not attach with each other before the shoe is properly worn by the individual. Instead, the first and second attaching structures will attach to each other only after the shoe is properly worn and a downward pressure is applied thereto.

Abstract: A hosiery garment including a top support portion that has a waist panel, buttock panels, a tummy panel and leg panels. The waist panel has a relatively tight knit and extends around the wearer's waist. The buttock panels have a relatively loose knit and may include loose-knit defined pockets to conform more to the buttocks of the wearer. The tight knit of the waist panel provides firmness and compression and in combination with the loose fit of the buttock panels facilitates use of a low-rise cut without bunching or riding-up of the undergarment when sitting. The upper edge of the waist panel may also include higher extending hip portions for a more secure fit. A downwardly extending rear portion of the waist panel may have a V-shape to reduce gapping. The undergarment may also include leg portions that have a sheer knit single ply and extend from the leg panels.

Abstract: A sock assembly for absorbing sweat from a foot placed within a shoe while presenting visibly distinct material outside of the shoe is provided. A first version is appealing to diabetic persons who wish to protect their feet from moisture induced damage. The device includes a sock assembly having an upper section coupled with a foot bottom. The foot bottom is at least partially comprised of a fluid absorbing fabric and may include a toe section, an underside section and a heel section. The coupling of the upper section and the foot bottom is affected by a suitable connection structure known in the art used to secure two pieces of fabric to include, but not limited, to glue or thread.

Abstract: An otherwise conventionally manufactured sock that has, woven into the toe, the name of the color of the sock. This invention enables a person who has difficulty discriminating colors, whether through poor lighting conditions or poor visual acuity, to discern like colors, to match a sock to its mate, and to coordinate the pair of socks with his or her attire.

Abstract: The orthosis comprises a leg portion and a foot portion. The leg portion which extends upwards from the ankle serves to apply therapeutic compression to the leg once the orthosis has been put on. The foot portion which extends from the malleolar region to the toes and covers the instep is a shaped portion that envelops the foot elastically. The dimensioning and the mesh structure of the foot portion are such that 0<Px<Pm<Pb once the orthosis has been put on, Px being the pressure applied to the instep region, Pm being the pressure applied to the malleolar region, and Pb being the therapeutic compression applied to the ankle region. Preferably, Px=5 mmHg±25% and Pm=0.5(Pb+Px)±25%.

Abstract: A device for joining sets of two or more clothing items, such as socks, gloves or the like, comprises at least two identical components (1, 1?) that can be coupled to each other, as well as a textile item including entire sets of underwear, home linen etc. that incorporates the device for pairing the items when they are washed, dried or stored, preventing having to search for the correct paid of each item before using them. Each of the components (1, 1?) is in turn divided into an outer part (2, 2?) and an inner part (3, 3?) that are also coupled to each other by inserting ribs (5, 5?) provided on the inner face of the outer part (2, 2?) in the orifice (4, 4?) made in the centre of the inner part (3, 3?) so that they are secured in them; the outer, smooth face can bear advertising symbols.

Abstract: The sock is particularly adapted for use in Yoga exercises, Pilate exercises, stretching and other mat-based exercises, and comprises a sock made of a natural, plastic or synthetic fiber. The sock has five toe holes in the front end with webbing extending between the toe holes from the top of the sock to the bottom or sole of the sock to provide these openings through which the toes of a user can extend. The sock also has a layer of a PVC vinyl material on the bottom or sole of the sock which has a sticky or friction characteristic to enable the sock to grip a floor or mat when used by an exerciser, with or without the use of a mat, and to allow the toes to be exposed for tack or gripping functions.

Abstract: A hosiery item includes an upper part for covering the foot and at least a portion of the ankle of the wearer, and a lower part for covering the toes of the wearer. A toe notch is formed in the lower part to separate the lower part into a big toe accommodating pocket and a second pocket for accommodating the remaining toes. The toe notch has a depth such that in a relaxed, unstretched condition, the toe notch extends between the big toe and the second toe to a point between the first joint of the big toe and the crotch of the foot located between the big toe and the second toe. A thong-type sandal is received within the notch between the big toe and the second toe, and the inner end of the notch is pulled only slightly by the sandal strap against the crotch of the foot.

Abstract: There is provided a sock formed on a circular knitting machine. The sock has a tubular body including a cuff defining an opening to receive the foot of the wearer and includes a toe portion, a foot portion, a heel and a relatively narrow looped tab loop comprising a knit strip integrally knit onto the opening at the top of the tubular body and including opposed ends. The knit strip is folded intermediate the ends to provide a loop having inner and outer layers with open opposed sides, and the ends of the inner and outer layers of the looped tab and connecting the same to the cuff whereby the looped tab extends downwardly therefrom and is adapted to be disposed on the outside of the shoe. The sock knit strip comprises a plurality of knit courses of equal length having opposed selvage ends and the length of the knit courses forming the looped tab are preferably less than one-fourth the length around the opening.

Abstract: An anatomic dry athletic toe sock includes a sock shaft section with a shaft support section to encircle a lower part of a leg of a wearer and to maintain the sock in proper orientation upon a wearer's leg, and a closed foot section adapted to receive the foot of the wearer. The closed foot section includes a heel section adapted to receive a heel of the wearer therein, an arch section having an arch support section to encircle the foot of the wearer in the arch of the wearer's foot and to prevent the arch section from moving relative to the wearer's foot, and a plurality of separated, closed toe sections to receive toes of the foot of the wearer. The toe sections are joined by nested, overlapping material portions. The sock is also made at least partially of an air-permeable hydrophobic fiber material.

Abstract: A thin, stretchable chemical vapor protective garment worn next-to-skin is disclosed. The protective undergarment is made of material that stretches and is capable of efficient elimination of air spaces between the undergarment and the user's body, thus enabling the user to wear other operational clothing over top.

Abstract: A sock has a cuff with an inner fabric layer and an outer fabric layer folded over at least a portion of the inner fabric layer. A snap fastener is secured to the inner fabric layer. A slit or opening extends through the outer fabric layer to expose the snap fastener so that it can removably engage a complementary snap fastener on a second sock.

Abstract: A plurality of socks each has a closed end, an open end and an intermediate extent there between. Each sock has an elastomeric pad. The pads each have an upper face in secure contact to the intermediate extent. The pads each have a lower face with projections in rows and columns integrally formed with the pad for traction purposes. The socks are designated “one size fits all” and are arranged in pairs. A plurality of containers containing pairs of socks of a common size are to be selected by a passenger to be screened for security purposes.

Abstract: An improved dance tight and dance tight stocking. In accordance with one embodiment, the dance tight includes a leg portion in the form of a tubular fabric member terminating in a foot portion. The foot portion includes an open forefoot collar bordered by an elastic finished edge and through which a wearer's toes protrude when the dance tight stock is worn. An open hindfoot collar is disposed on the foot portion proximally with respect to the forefoot collar such that a portion of the rear heel surface of the wearer's foot is exposed therethrough. The dance tight stocking further includes an instep collar defining an elastically bounded open mouth through the leg portion in substantial longitudinal alignment between the forefoot collar and the hindfoot collar such that forefoot and hindfoot retention bands are formed therebetween.

Abstract: A sock comprising first and second openings positioned along the body of the sock is provided. The openings are sized sufficiently to allow a second sock to be threaded through the openings and retained to the sock thereby. Alternatively, a sock comprising a body and a channel formed in the body is provided. The channel is configured to receive and retain a portion of a second sock.

Abstract: A sock having a foot portion, a leg portion, and a heel portion between the leg portion and the foot portion. The heel portion has a double gore line configured so that the foot portion is at an angle of substantially 90° to the leg portion.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a hosiery with an interior pocket for storing items, and a method of forming the same. The hosiery takes the form of a sock having a foot portion and a body portion extending from the foot portion. The body portion has an interior and an exterior. The pocket is separately formed and attached to the interior of the body portion of the sock, with a horizontal opening on the body portion that is accessible from the exterior through an enclosure apparatus.

Abstract: A sock combined with an insole comprises an insole; at least one surface of the insole is formed with elastic hooks; the hooks being deformed due to an external force, but restoring as the force disappears; and a sock having a sock body and an opening; the sock body having a sock sole; whole or part of the lower bottom of the sock sole being formed with hair-like bodies for grasping the hooks so that the sock is tightly secured to the insole to avoid the relative motion between the sock and the insole.

Abstract: A sock having a sole covering portion and a foot top covering portion and is provided with particle-form projections formed using an elastic composition material of rubber, a soft synthetic resin, etc. on the inside surface or outside surface of the sock, entirely or partially. The elastic composition material can contain one or more of magnetic substances, microbicidal substances and deodorant substances.

Abstract: A sock is adapted to include a ¼ inch high or larger color name and/or color code to make it easier for people to match sock colors after laundering or select sock color while dressing. The color name and/or color code is formed either from the material from which the sock is fabricated, or formed from another material. The color name and/or color code is either woven from the material or interwoven with it, or otherwise secured to the sock by printing, bonding or adhering the other material to the material of the sock. The color name and/or color code is of contrasting color to the sock and located at either the toe, sole, heel or top of the sock.

Abstract: A hosiery system and method wherein a foot covering for covering at least one foot is provided. The foot covering having an upper edge portion. A leg covering is also provided for providing thigh support. The leg covering has a lower edge portion, wherein the lower edge portion of the leg covering is coupled to the upper edge portion of the foot covering.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clothing item or piece of clothing, in particular, for direct wearing on the skin. The piece of clothing comprises at least two different yarns (1,2). The yarn (2), facing the skin, has a completely sealed and smooth surface and is in one piece. In a version thereof, the yarn (2), comprises a number of individual filaments (21) collected into one thread. Said yarn has a sealed and smooth surface.

Abstract: Articles of apparel and the method of making the same which include a sealable cuff portion and a shaped body portion that will allow water vapor due to perspiration to transpire through the article but will prevent water from external sources from reaching the wearer's extremities. The articles of apparel include a body portion that is of three-ply construction with the inside and outside plies being knit and the intermediate ply being made from an elastomeric polyurethane film. The three plies uniquely bonded together using a pliant, waterproof adhesive. The sealable cuff portion is of a two-ply construction with the outside ply being an elastic knit and the inside ply being a continuation of the elastomeric polyurethane film of the body portion. The adhesive on the continuation of the film is melted to form a smooth surface that sealably engages the user's extremity to prevent entry of water between the user's skin and the film.

Abstract: The purpose of this invention is to provide taping socks which hold the ankle so as to protect the instep or the Achilles' tendon and prevent intorelance during walking or exercising. In the taping socks which have tightening parts woven in the socks, the first tightening part 7a is to tighten the Achilles' tendon and to be knitted around an ankle part S00, and a second tightening part 7b is to tighten an arch part P00 and to be knitted around the instep part 5. The said first tightening part 7a and said second tightening part 7b are crossed in an X shape at a flection part of front side to protect the Achilles' tendon and the instep part as well as hold the ankle part S00.

Abstract: A hosiery sock with a sound device for producing animal-type sounds. The hosiery sock includes a foot section, a heel section, and an ankle section. The hosiery sock includes a three-dimensional unit attached to the ankle section. The three-dimensional unit includes a sound assembly having a sound chip, a speaker for transmitting the sound of the sound chip, an activation button for activating the sound produced by the sound chip, with filler material therein and a decorative cover having an animal face thereon. The sound chip is used for producing a sound which corresponds to the sound that the anim al face makes.

Abstract: This invention provides a sock containing a coating material such as a coloring agent or dye, applied to at least a portion of the interior surface of the sock for sensing pressure points on a patient's foot to which the sock is fitted. The sock is placed on the patient's foot to cover preferably the entire foot, but at least the bottom portion thereof. The sock is removed after being worn for a period of time, and in those areas of the foot susceptible to pressure points, the coating material transfers from the interior of the sock and adheres to the foot in those points. The present invention is particularly applicable to a person having diabetic neuropathic feet wherein portions of the foot may be insensitive to pressure and therefore must be protected against pressure sores.

Abstract: A system for releasably binding or joining paired articles together. The invention consists of short strips, coated with a film adhesive on one side, adhesively-bonded at both ends to the top (or entry) outside edge of paired cloth items to form a loop on each item. An elongated connector with a male end and a female end is provided to join the two articles together. The first item is attached to the second item by passing the elongated, generally flat connector through the loop formed on the first item and the loop formed on the second item and then inserting a male end through a female end to lock the re-useable elongated generally flat connector through the first loop and the second loop.

Abstract: A garment pairing device for pairing a first garment and a second garment having an elastic device adapted for attachment to the first garment, where the elastic device is adapted to receive the second garment. The elastic device may be attached to the first garment with a pair of attaching devices, may have a logo and/or an applique, may have a cross-section which is generally rectangularor circular, may have a centerline where the elastic device is centered with respect to the centerline, may be attached to a back side of the first garment, may be attached to a reinforced portion of the first garment, and may have a greater elasticity than the first garment. Also, the first garment may be a first sock and the second garment may be a second sock, where the first sock further has a band.

Abstract: Disclosed are nude socks in shoes. The nude sock 1 includes: a sock body 2 of bilateral symmetry having protrusions, which is in the form of the width of the Korean sock; a central part 4 formed at the center of a lower end, which forms a bottom part 3 of the sock body 2; first and second sewed parts 5 and 6 formed symmetrically with respect to the central part 4 and having a uniform curvature; a sock inlet 7 rounded and hollowed downwardly and forming an upper part of the sock body 2; and a band 8 mounted on the border of the sock inlet 7 and having elasticity. The nude sock 1 further includes an auxiliary sole 9 made of cotton fabrics and located on the bottom part 3 of the sock body 2 to absorb moisture generated from the sock body 2. The nude socks can prevent a sense of displeasure or various diseases generated from the user's feet because the user does not wear the shoes with bare feet.

Abstract: A foot liner comprising an insert positioned within the interior of a shoe, an exterior, a fastener and a bottom liner. The invention may also include deodorizer, talc and/or medicated athletes foot powder. The absorption and neutralization of odors, which may be associated with perspiration of the foot, are also achieved. The use of this product could reduce embarrassment associated with removing one's shoes while also providing individuals with enhanced comfort. The foot liner would also allow individuals to various articles of footwear without the need for socks.

Abstract: A combined garment pairing and skin cushioning device for a first garment and a second garment having first and second attaching devices, and first and second cushions. Also, a combined garment pairing and symbol-shaped device for a first garment and a second garment having first and second attaching devices, where the first and second attaching devices have first and second overall shapes, and where the first and second overall shapes are first and second symbols. Further, an elastic loop garment pairing device for a first garment and a second garment having a first elastic loop on the first garment, a second elastic loop on the second garment, and a securing device on the first elastic loop, where the securing device may be inserted into the second elastic loop.

Abstract: A garment pairing device for pairing a first garment and a second garment having an elastic device adapted for attachment to the first garment, where the elastic device is adapted to receive the second garment. The elastic device may be attached to the first garment with a pair of attaching devices, may have a logo and/or an applique, may have a cross-section which is generally rectangular or circular, may have a centerline where the elastic device is centered with respect to the centerline, may be attached to a back side of the first garment, may be attached to a reinforced portion of the first garment, and may have a greater elasticity than the first garment. Also, the first garment may be a first sock and the second garment may be a second sock, where the first sock further has a band.

Abstract: A waterproof boot liner used to keep the feet dry in a wet or damp environment. The boot liner has halves that are mirror images of each other. The halves are joined along a seam by heat sealing or adhesives. The boot liner is held in place utilizing a ribbon of the same material used to make the halves. The boot liner is simply slipped over the socks and inserted into the boot and tied into placed by the wearer.

Abstract: A knitted article that includes a top portion, a bottom portion and a seam is disclosed. The top portion has a cross stretch less than about 12. The bottom portion may be formed from a lock stitch and may have a cross stretch greater than about 12. Also in the bottom portion, at least one yarn end may be different from the yarn forming the top portion. The seam extends substantially from the toe of the bottom portion to the heel of the bottom portion, thereby forming the sides and sole of said knitted article. An insert board may be included for forming a package.

Abstract: A sporting stocking is capable of fitting pads at respectively predetermined positions only by selecting appropriate size of stocking and is not required to fit the protector by means of the accessory, to insert the protector into the pocket or to engage with the engaging member on the stocking. The sporting stocking includes a stocking body, and at least one of shank front pad, a shank back pad and a patella pad fitted on the stocking body in non-removably integrated at predetermined positions.

Abstract: A synthetic non-porous material with elasticity such as latex or vinyl made to the shape of a sock or stocking in various, different sizes, worn under an ordinary sock or stocking will keep the feet warm. This synthetic non-porous material with elasticity such as latex or vinyl can also be molded into the lining of a sock or stocking like material.

Abstract: Socks that are designed to provide a formal appearance when worn, while providing comfort and safeguarding an individual's health. In one aspect, a sock comprises a first portion formed of a first material (e.g., colored synthetic material) that provides a formal appearance when the sock is worn, and a second portion formed of a second material which safeguards against unhealthy foot conditions. For example, the second portion can be made of a cotton material that substantially covers a person's foot when the sock is worn, while not being visible when a shoe is worn.

Abstract: The present invention relates to protective fabric that protects first-response personnel, like firefighters, who rush into disaster areas immediately after such events occur. In particular, this invention relates to garments such as hoods (like a balaclava-shaped hood) made from a multi-layer protective fabric that includes at least two active layers, that may provide biological, chemical and fire protection to first-response personnel. The balaclava-shaped hood may be integrated with a protective mask to create fully-encapsulated protection. This protective fabric may include an inner layer, an active middle layer and an active outer layer. The inner layer may be comprised of a stretchable fabric. The middle layer may provide an adsorptive barrier to chemicals, such as terror agent, Mustard gas or other such agents. The outer layer may be comprised of a flame-resistant fiber-product.

Abstract: An anatomic dry athletic toe sock includes a sock shaft section with a shaft support section to encircle a lower part of a leg of a wearer and to maintain the sock in proper orientation upon a wearer's leg, and a closed foot section adapted to receive the foot of the wearer. The closed foot section includes a heel section adapted to receive a heel of the wearer therein, an arch section having an arch support section to encircle the foot of the wearer in the arch of the wearer's foot and to prevent the arch section from fit moving relative to the wearer's foot, and a plurality of separated, closed toe sections to receive toes of the foot of the wearer. The toe sections are joined by nested, overlapping material portions. The sock is also made at least partially of an air-permeable hydrophobic fiber material.