Adornment Handkerchiefs, Garment Worn Patents (Class 2/279)
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Patent number: 11889871Abstract: A garment support includes a body including a top portion, a middle portion, and bottom portion, the top portion includes a first leg and a second leg defining a receptacle extending along a length of the body to receive and support a garment, and the bottom portion includes a lower edge that is pointed along the length of the body.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2021Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: Alpha Class, Inc.Inventor: Eric E. Cummings
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Patent number: 11540564Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for producing a pocket square. The pocket square may include a single layer or may include multiple layers. In some embodiments, the pocket square may include a first layer having a length and width. The first layer may be attached to a second layer configured to have the same length and width as the first layer. Disposed between the first layer and the second layer there may be a third layer configured to maintain a desired shape of the pocket square. In some embodiments, the third layer comprises at least one of: a polymeric material, a non-polymeric material, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, a woven fabric, a non-woven fabric, and/or a fabric infiltrated with a polymer.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2017Date of Patent: January 3, 2023Inventor: Anthony Orisses
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Patent number: 11470935Abstract: A system for holding a pair of eyeglasses, the system comprises: a first cloth fabric having a top rectangular portion, a middle portion and a bottom triangular portion; the bottom portion is folded over forwards toward the middle portion, wherein the middle portion includes an eyeglass holder portion to configured to hold eyeglasses; the top rectangular portion configured to fold forward onto the middle portion; and the top triangular portion is attached to a leather strap, wherein the strap is configured to wrap around the first cloth fabric to hold the eyeglasses in the first cloth fabric.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2018Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Inventor: Vernice Newland
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Patent number: 11311056Abstract: A system of maintaining the form of a pocket square comprises an insert, a pocket square sleeve, and a holder. The insert comprises a semi-rigid or rigid material. The pocket square sleeve comprises fabric sewn along a lengthwise seam to form a sleeve and a second seam substantially perpendicular to the lengthwise seam forming a cavity configured to receive the insert. The holder comprises an elongate member and a fastening element, the elongate member configured to be folded to cause engagement of the fastening element. The insert is disposed in the cavity of the pocket square sleeve and the combined insert and pocket square sleeve is disposed in the holder with the fastening element engaged.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2018Date of Patent: April 26, 2022Assignee: Squared Away Pocket Square Movement LLCInventor: Jeffrey Christopher Payne
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Patent number: 11278062Abstract: A pocket square holder is provided. The holder is a plate that is rectangular though the midportion with distal and proximal ends that are wider than the midportion thereby defining a notched midportion. An elastic band circumscribes the midportion for removably securing a lower portion of a pocket square. Another band removably connects to the proximal end, as opposed to circumscribing, for tapering an upper portion of the pocket square that would protrude through a pocket of an upper garment that the pocket square was operatively associated with.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2018Date of Patent: March 22, 2022Inventors: Pedro Jones, Kasheena Jones, Kristian Jones
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Patent number: 11006677Abstract: Provided is a single-piece magnetic pocket square that folds over a pocket, and that uses magnets to retain its position and shape about the pocket. The pocket square provides adornment or an accessory that adds visual flair to the pocket in the same manner as a handkerchief or traditional pocket square while retaining its shape and position. The pocket square includes an inner rigid material extending between an upper half and a lower half, a bend plane at which the upper half folds towards the lower half, magnets attached to the upper half and lower half of the inner rigid material, and a fabric covering the pocket square. The pocket square works by placing the lower half in the pocket, and by folding the upper half over the pocket to create a magnetic force that couples the upper half to the lower half with the pocket edge disposed in between.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2019Date of Patent: May 18, 2021Inventor: Randolph Winston Jones
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Patent number: 10448677Abstract: A pocket square enclosure for securing a pocket square, thereby preventing the pocket square from moving or unfolding. A back enclosure secures the pocket square enclosure to the suit pocket, thereby incorporating the enclosure itself into the fashion of the pocket square. In an embodiment, the pocket square could be flippable, where a first pocket square pattern, color, or design faces one direction from the enclosure, and a second pocket square pattern, color, or design face the other for fast, on-the-fly adjustment to the user's fashion accessory. Other designs could include spikes or other design elements added to the pocket square.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2017Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Inventor: Jorge L. Pena
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Patent number: 10021920Abstract: An apparatus is provided for holding pocket squares/handkerchiefs using different folds and configurations. The device includes two panels that can be folded over each other along a single edge and securely held together. A pocket square, inserted into an interior space defined by the folded panels can thus be held in position. Ample space is provided on the device to display monograms, advertisements, or other decorative elements.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2014Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: MACK HABERDASHERY, LLCInventor: Lukwon Tavalis McClellan
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Patent number: 9737094Abstract: The Pocket Square Jeweled Cap And Base is an article of jewelry comprised substantially of a thin cap made of or plated with semi precious or precious metal, enamel, wood, crystal, sterling silver stained glass, gold, platinum, ebony, pearls or ceramic. Inside the metal cap is substantially a metal male protruding nub snap component. Affixed to the caps are substantially semi precious or precious stones, optional small time piece, enamel, wood, crystal, sterling silver, stained glass, gold, platinum, ebony or ceramic. Inserted into and snapped to the bottom opening of the decorated cap is a thin, brittle, flexible, elongated rectangular, pocketed or un pocketed triple stitched base component. Affixed to the upper base component is a male metal protruding nub snap which is then attached, snapped to the inside of the caps metal female snap receptacle creating a single ornament.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2016Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Inventor: Steven Paul Roeder
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Patent number: 9596889Abstract: A pocket square, for use with a jacket having an inside surface, an outside surface, and a pocket on the outside surface having a top edge. The pocket square has a base having a top edge and a magnetically attractive core, and a decorative portion extending from the top edge of the base. When the base is placed in the pocket its top edge is aligned with the top edge of the pocket, visibly displaying the decorative portion above the pocket. A magnetic plate is aligned with the magnetically attractive core and placed against the inside surface of the jacket to positionally fix the base within the pocket, such that the pocket square remains in position for the duration that the jacket is worn.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2016Date of Patent: March 21, 2017Inventor: Anthony Gambuzza
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Patent number: 9516903Abstract: A pocket square, for use with a jacket having an inside surface, an outside surface, and a pocket on the outside surface having a top edge. The pocket square has a base having a top edge and a magnetically attractive core, and a decorative portion extending from the top edge of the base. When the base is placed in the pocket its top edge is aligned with the top edge of the pocket, visibly displaying the decorative portion above the pocket. A magnetic plate is aligned with the magnetically attractive core and placed against the inside surface of the jacket to positionally fix the base within the pocket, such that the pocket square remains in position for the duration that the jacket is worn.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2015Date of Patent: December 13, 2016Inventor: Anthony Gambuzza
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Patent number: 9089170Abstract: A pre-folded pocket square with securing member has a pre-folded pocket square member and a pre-formed pocket square holder or securing member that cooperate to securely hold the pre-folded pocket square within a breast pocket. The pre-folded pocket square member has a main body portion and a top portion. At least a segment of the top portion is appointed to protrude from the pocket. Preferably, the pre-folded pocket square member has a main body portion with a cavity that is adapted to receive the securing member. In another embodiment, the securing member and pre-folded pocket square member include mating attachment means. In still another embodiment, the securing member includes a spring loaded member for securing the pre-folded pocket square member within the pocket. The pre-folded pocket square with securing member retains its folded shape and appearance throughout wear of the clothing apparel.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2013Date of Patent: July 28, 2015Inventor: Peter F. Muratore, II
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Publication number: 20150096110Abstract: A pocket handkerchief support device comprises a thin, substantinally planar, flexible, resilient and substantially rectangular card having corners, a first opening with a first open area and a second opening having a second open area, the first and second openings having corresponding first and second centroids vertically aligned with each other, the first and second areas being selected such that a handkerchief freely passes through said openings and is frictionally held in place in the openings without an attachment device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2014Publication date: April 9, 2015Inventor: Hakan Guvenc
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Publication number: 20150059062Abstract: An apparatus is provided for holding pocket squares/handkerchiefs using different folds and configurations. The device includes two panels that can be folded over each other along a single edge and securely held together. A pocket square, inserted into an interior space defined by the folded panels can thus be held in position. Ample space is provided on the device to display monograms, advertisements, or other decorative elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventor: Lukwon Tavalis McClellan
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Patent number: 8931115Abstract: Microfiber cloth is attached to articles of regularly worn clothing, including shirt tails, neckties, scarves, sweaters, pants or other clothing article, making the microfiber cloth more accessible and ready to use for cleaning surfaces of personal devices.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2012Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Inventor: Nathanael Moon Bonham
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Publication number: 20140352034Abstract: The invention of the present disclosure is a device and methods for aiding in the presentation of pocket squares. The device may comprise a substantially rectangular sheet with a top edge, a bottom edge, and two side edges, the two side edges disposed substantially parallel to each other, the substantially rectangular sheet further comprising adaptations for engaging a pocket square in various conformations such as cut outs and/or clips. The device may be coupled with at least one extension. Methods of engaging a pocket square with the devices are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2013Publication date: December 4, 2014Inventor: H. Roy Bhiro
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Patent number: 8832868Abstract: Among other things, there is disclosed embodiments of garments usable when riding open vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles or mopeds. One or more pockets are provided in the garment, with a flag attached in each respective pocket. When the user is riding, the flag(s) can be extended from the pocket(s) to wave behind the rider. When the rider desires, the flag(s) can be folded, rolled or otherwise stored or protected within the pocket(s).Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2012Date of Patent: September 16, 2014Inventor: Doug Owen
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Publication number: 20140090151Abstract: An apparatus is provided for holding pocket squares/handkerchiefs using different folds and configurations. The device can also be used to hold currency, business cards, or other items that the user would like to track and store in their pockets. Ample space is provided on the device to display monograms, advertisements, or other decorative elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2013Publication date: April 3, 2014Inventor: Lukwon Tavalis McClellan
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Publication number: 20130254975Abstract: Among other things, there is disclosed embodiments of garments usable when riding open vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles or mopeds. One or more pockets are provided in the garment, with a flag attached in each respective pocket. When the user is riding, the flag(s) can be extended from the pocket(s) to wave behind the rider. When the rider desires, the flag(s) can be folded, rolled or otherwise stored or protected within the pocket(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2012Publication date: October 3, 2013Inventor: Doug Owen
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Patent number: 8347417Abstract: Various embodiments provide a pocket handkerchief support device. An example embodiment includes: a main support having a plurality of elastic straps attached thereto for holding a handkerchief firmly against a front surface of the main support, the main support including nubs at a lower end, the nubs creating a void in a recessed lower edge of the main support; and an extender attachment including an adhesive area on an upper portion of the extender attachment for removably attaching the extender attachment to the main support, the extender attachment including nubs at a lower end, the nubs creating a void in a recessed lower edge of the main support.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2010Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Inventor: ILsung R. Chur
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Patent number: 8146175Abstract: A scarf harness according to the present teachings facilitates the wearing of a scarf as a clothing accessory. The harness can allow the scarf to drape across the front of a user. The draping of a scarf can allow the visual pattern of the scarf to be easily seen and can enhance the impact of the scarf as a clothing accessory. The scarf harness can retain the scarf in a draped function over the front of the user along with providing a distinctive butterfly-type shape to the scarf.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2007Date of Patent: April 3, 2012Inventor: Audrey Lee Otenbaker
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Patent number: 7788738Abstract: A versatile self-adjusting accessory is disclosed. The accessory has a base member and the base member includes a self-adjusting member of shorter length than the base member, and the self-adjusting member may be coupled to an inner portion of the base member. An end portion of one or more assemblies of streamer members may be coupled to an inner portion of the base member. A portion of the base member may self-adjust to conform to an outer surface of an object when an opposite end of the one or more streamer members is coupled to at least one of a portion of the object and a portion of the self-adjusting accessory. Methods of producing and using the self-adjusting accessory, as well as kit comprising the self-adjusting accessories are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2007Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Inventor: Scarlett Haworth
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Publication number: 20080184460Abstract: The present invention is directed to a pocket square/handkerchief holder including a generally curved elongated holding member, a clasp member, and a clipping device to allow a person to easily display a pocket square/handkerchief in his/her outer breast pocket of a suit, sport or overcoat.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2008Publication date: August 7, 2008Inventor: Larry H. Jones
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Patent number: 7107627Abstract: The main feature of the handkerchief valet is that it continually maintains the handkerchief in the same shape and height in the upper exterior left side chest pocket of a suit coat or sports coat or jacket as originally positioned.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2004Date of Patent: September 19, 2006Inventor: James Bruce Holland
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Patent number: 7013494Abstract: A handkerchief has a base layer of soft, absorbent material and a pouch layer of soft, absorbent material. The area of the pouch layer is less than the area of the base layer. The pouch layer is attached to the base layer so as to form an enclosed pouch having a single access opening.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2004Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Inventor: Warren Wilkins
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Publication number: 20040154077Abstract: A handkerchief has a base layer of soft, absorbent material and a pouch layer of soft, absorbent material. The area of the pouch layer is less than the area of the base layer. The pouch layer is attached to the base layer so as to form an enclosed pouch having a single access opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2004Publication date: August 12, 2004Inventor: Warren R. Wilkins
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Publication number: 20040088778Abstract: A garment for draping about the neck. The garment having a configuration comprising first and second sections that are both either conic or pyramidal. The first and second sections are of substantially equal size arranged on opposite slides of a vertex. The first and second sections are joined at the vertex. In an alternative embodiment, the vertex is at a fixed point situated generally along a first direction. The proximal portion of each of the first and second sections is situated about the areas where the vertex joins these sections. The medial portion of the garment generally extends along the first direction between the proximal portions of the first and second sections. When the garment is draped around an area of the body, the first and second sections form a generally collapsed cone-shaped configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: May 13, 2004Inventor: Mitchell Adler
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Patent number: 6412118Abstract: A pocket handkerchief is arranged to be displayed from a pocket, such as a breast pocket of a business suit. The pocket handkerchief is woven entirely of fabric and stitched such that an ornamental part of the handkerchief is visible when deposited in the pocket. The pocket handkerchief may be useful as a handkerchief, when needed. After use, the pocket handkerchief may be returned to the pocket and thereafter maintain its stylish quality.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2001Date of Patent: July 2, 2002Inventor: Garland R. Shanklin
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Publication number: 20020023289Abstract: A decorative clothing accessory and a method for its manufacture, that comprises both scarf-like and jewelry components, and which can be worn comfortably even by those who are otherwise unable to tolerate clothing worn close against the neck. The present invention comprises an elongated flexible scarf-like member that is worn against the front and sides of a person's neck and a detachable jewelry member with adjustable fastening means that draws the scarf-like member around to the back of the wearer's neck and secures it into its usable position. If needed, the scarf-like member may include a soft fabric lining. Decorative embellishments for the scarf-like member may be included to add versatility. Although not limited thereto, the shape of the scarf-like member may be substantially rectangular, V-shaped, cowl-like, or have a subtle lower dip that follows the curvature of a human neck.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2001Publication date: February 28, 2002Inventors: Gina R. Arias, Joy Robinson
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Patent number: 6076194Abstract: A wearing apparel system including an item of wearing apparel has a torso portion with a pair of circular holes. The circular holes are laterally spaced along a horizontal line and have strengthening members around each hole. A flexible connector is formed of a plurality of hollow balls, including two end balls and a plurality of intermediate balls. Two small apertures extend through each ball in diametrically opposed relationship. A dumbbell shaped member is located between adjacent intermediate balls and between each end ball and its adjacent intermediate ball. The members include enlarged end sections located within adjacent balls and a reduced diameter central section extending through the apertures of adjacent balls.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 1999Date of Patent: June 20, 2000Inventor: Varan C. Purkett
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Patent number: 6061838Abstract: A bag for holding a color-coordinated necktie and for placing in a lapel pocket as a handkerchief is described as having a width of approximately 3.5 inches and a length of 5.5 inches. Drawstring cords are provided for closing and opening the bag. The bag is dimensioned for holding a necktie or a scarf and for placing in a lapel pocket of a jacket, and can be fashioned from silk or polyester material.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 1998Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Inventor: Murray S. Roffe
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Patent number: 5771523Abstract: A golf towel is attached and detached to a golf bag with a male connector on the bag. The golf towel has a towel body with a snap therein near a corner of the towel. The snap has a cap and a female connector which is adapted to be coupled to the male connector on the golf bag. There is a reinforcing member formed into a loop which facilitates removal of the towel from the golf bag. The towel body and the ends of the reinforcing member are disposed between the cap and female connector, which are fitted together to hold the towel body and these ends securely between the cap and female connector.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 1996Date of Patent: June 30, 1998Assignee: Rudolph SportsInventor: James M. Rudolph
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Patent number: 5467478Abstract: A handkerchief having a flexible, elastic loop surrounded by a fabric sheath attached to the center of the handkerchief. By placing a finger through the loop, the handkerchief is removably disposed proximate to the fingers without necessitating continuous grasping of the handkerchief by the user.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 1994Date of Patent: November 21, 1995Inventors: John L. Slaughter, Ella M. Slaughter
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Patent number: 5291616Abstract: A waistband adapted to surround the waist of a wearer as a fashion accessory comprises both a scarf and a semi-rigid form made of flexible sheet material. The scarf covers and is wrapped about at least a portion of the form, when in use as a waistband, with the form disposed at the midsection of the wearer. The scarf thus takes on a shape defined in part by the form.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 1993Date of Patent: March 8, 1994Inventors: Susan B. Lamons, Lisa A. Rhoades
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Patent number: 5253370Abstract: A unibody base is formed by joining two sections of leatherette. Both sections are 21/4" wide and rectangular except that the 4" long Upper Section flares out to both sides at the top to a width of 31/4" from a point 2' below. The stitching is left open at the top to accommodate a three dimensional, simulated pocket silk handkerchief. The leatherette front of the Upper Section is mounted on a thin piece of rigid material 4" long having a loop VELCRO back, under the lower edge of which is sewn an additional 11/2" long piece of taffeta. The pliable Lower Section consists of a 5" leatherette front covered at the back with taffeta to which a 1/2" high width of hook VELCRO is sewn within its lower edge. The Lower Section is superimposed over the Upper Section 11/2" above the junction of the taffeta strip. The sections are joined by stitching the vertical edges, including those of the taffeta which is also sewn horizontally across the back of the Lower Section forming a pocket 3" deep.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 1991Date of Patent: October 19, 1993Inventor: Charles B. Mead
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Patent number: 5231702Abstract: A thin, relatively flat article of apparel to be used as a decorative insert for pockets. The insert has a smooth surface with a triangular end (20) and a straight end (36). All edges are rounded (38). The front, back, or either end of this insert may be displayed in a man's or woman's pocket. This insert is designed to be used alone or to support and secure decorative fabric (40) through multiple elongated openings (34). Right and left angled gripping slots (22 and 24) provide the option of displaying a second, contrasting fabric (50) for multicolored designs. Right and left extended tabs (30 and 32) and adjacent right and left straight gripping slots (26 and 28) prevent slippage of decorative fabrics (40 and 50).Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 1991Date of Patent: August 3, 1993Inventor: Gayle Masters
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Patent number: 5012543Abstract: An athletic towel is formed from an elongated generally rectangular piece of a terry cloth fabric material. An elongated strap is secured across a central portion of the fabric piece. Free ends of the strap have cooperating hook and loop fasteners for securement around an individual's waist. A pocket on the fabric piece includes cooperating hook and loop fasteners for securing the pocket in a closed position to carry various accessory items. Safety indicia may be provided on the fabric piece for warning motorists and bicyclists of a jogger's presence. The athletic towel is designed for use by joggers and provides a towel for wiping perspiration which includes a pocket for carrying accessory items such as keys.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 1989Date of Patent: May 7, 1991Inventor: John Lewis, Sr.
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Patent number: 4870707Abstract: A scarf has a generally butterfly-like configuration formed with two mirror-image, generally triangular panels and a connecting neck portion which is preferably pleated. The scarf extends laterally along the straight grain of the fabric to two corners of the triangular panels, and along the bias of the fabric to second corners of the triangular panels. The fabric is a fluid, drapable fabric, preferably pure silk or a silk blend. The scarf can be cut as a single integral piece, or as two pieces joined in a seam at the neck portion. The dimensions of the fabric depend on the size of the person wearing it and its use. In a large size, the scarf can be draped around the neck for use as a stole, dickey, bandeau or halter blouse, with at least one pair of the corners tied at the back. In any size, the scarf can be tied and displayed to provide a wide variety of scarf bows and styles.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 1988Date of Patent: October 3, 1989Inventor: Alia S. Hayes
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Patent number: 4771502Abstract: Disclosed are a towel adapted to be worn by the user and a method of making such towel. A single sheet of absorbent and pliant fabric material is cut such as to have a top end and a bottom end opposed to the top end and a first side and a second side opposed to the first side. A stiffening member is disposed against the fabric towel material. The top end is folded over to form a top fold. The first side edge is folded over and against the stiffening member to form a first rear towel face. The second side edge is folded over and against the first rear towel face. The stiffening member is encapsulated in the fabric towel material by securing the various towel faces together underneath the stiffening member and securing together the tops of the various folded towel material.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 1987Date of Patent: September 20, 1988Inventor: Harold J. Trimble
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Patent number: 4224712Abstract: Disclosed are a towel adapted to be worn by the user and a method of making such towel. A sheet of flexible material is cut to form a main body member including opposite end portions and opposite side edges extending generally transversely to the end portions. At least one tab member is also formed, depending from one of the end portions. The sheet material of the main body member is folded upon itself to form an uninterrupted forward face and to position each of the side edges generally adjacent to and rearwardly of a respective one of the lateral extremities of said forward face. The folded sheet material is secured upon itself adjacent the end portion from which the tab member depends.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 1978Date of Patent: September 30, 1980Assignee: Sweat Buddy, Inc.Inventors: Henry C. Black, Ella J. Black
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Patent number: 4083446Abstract: An open-top card-receiving sheath adapted to be inserted in the breast pocket of a man's jacket is detachably connected to a substantially rectangular fabric member in front of it that is at least as wide as the sheath. The appearance of the front of the upper portion of the fabric member is different from the appearance of the front of its lower portion, and the upper portion extends above the sheath for exposure above the pocket. Since either end of the fabric member can be placed uppermost, this decorative element can match the appearance of either of two different cravats.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 1977Date of Patent: April 11, 1978Inventor: Frederick E. Schuchman, Sr.