Abstract: Disclosed herein is a shoe cover preferably useable with a cleated shoe to protect an athlete's foot. The shoe cover is preferably formed of a flexible plastic material and is generally “U” shaped to fit around the top and side portions of a shoe. The shoe cover preferably contains slits which appear on the side of the shoe cover. Straps are woven through these slits and between the cleats on the bottom of the shoe to provide loops for lacing the shoe cover to the shoe.

Abstract: The invention is an article of footwear having a foot-receiving portion and a sole portion that are separable. The foot-receiving portion includes a covering portion that is attached to a periphery of a supporting portion to form a volume for receiving a foot. The foot-receiving portion also includes at least one attachment element that engages a corresponding attachment element located on a side of the sole portion, thereby releasably-attaching the foot-receiving portion and the sole portion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a detachable straps connection to a shoe bottom, which involves making recesses in the side areas in the platform or bottom (2) that is made of any given material in such a way that two of said recesses may or may not face another two recesses. Each recess (6) has a centered bottom blind bore, a tubular part or bar (7) being placed in the inner area of said bore. A closing section (8) is mounted and/or fixed to an inner end part of said bar, said closing section defining the male part (9) of the push-in coupling element to the female area (10) of the end rivet. Each of the straps (11) of the cut-off are placed in said female area. The tubular parts (7) extend at different lengths transversally, longitudinally or slanted.

Abstract: An article of footwear is disclosed that includes upper and a sole structure. The upper defines an interior void that is configured to receive the sole structure and a foot. A lower surface of the upper defines a plurality of apertures, and the sole structure includes a plurality of projections that extend through the apertures to form a ground-engaging surface. The projections are connected to a foot-supporting member that remains within the upper. A locking system is incorporated into the upper and sole structure to secure the sole structure to the upper.

Abstract: A heel surface element for a bowling shoe has a body defining an upper, attachment surface for attachment of the heel surface element upon a heel region of a bowling shoe and a lower, heel surface having a horseshoe-shape surface disposed for engagement upon a bowling alley approach surface during bowling motion and center region surface spaced from contact with the bowling alley approach surface. The center region surface is defined peripherally by the horseshoe-shape surface and extends from a heel front edge towards a heel rear edge. The horseshoe-shape surface tapers from a front thickness in a region adjacent the heel front edge to a second, relatively greater thickness in a region adjacent the heel rear edge. The heel front edge defines a notch extending toward the heel rear edge. The center region surface narrows, curving inwardly from the heel front edge toward the heel rear edge. Each of the heel surface and the horseshoe-shape surface has a rounded front or leading edge.

Abstract: A replacement outer sole and method for converting a non-spiked dress or sport shoe to a spiked shoe. The replacement outer sole includes an outer sole that supports a plurality of surface gripping devices in an outer periphery thereof. The replacement outer sole is coupled to the upper portion of a flat-soled shoe, converting the non-spiked shoe to a sports shoe having a surface gripping device such as cleats or spikes generally used for walking, running golfing or other activities.

Abstract: A shoe construction including a removable vamp. In an implementation, the shoe includes an outsole, an upper attached to the outsole, the upper including an elastic material that spans a throat area, a removable vamp, a throat fastening means, and a vamp fastening means. The throat fastening means and the vamp fastening means provide a two-point connection that stabilizes the removable vamp so that it remains in the correct position during wear of the shoe. A customizing kit may be provided to permit a consumer to customize the vamp, for example, by applying a heat transfer image to the vamp.

Abstract: A modular shoe separates into components. The components may be interchangeable to provide versatility without requiring a large number of single use shoes. Each shoe component may also be collapsible to provide for convenient packing in a travel bag or other location where space is limited.

Abstract: A boot has a cavity located in the bottom of the sole and a sole plate that releasably fits within this cavity. A tab located on the toe end of the sole piece fits into a slot located in the sidewall of the cavity to hold the toe end of the sole plate in the cavity. A strap is attached to the heel end of the sole plate and extends to an attachment device located on the back of the boot. The attachment device places the strap in tension to hold the heel end of the sole plate in the cavity.

Abstract: A shoe construction including a removable vamp. In an implementation, the shoe includes an outsole, an upper attached to the outsole, the upper including an elastic material that spans a throat area, a removable vamp, a throat fastening means, and a vamp fastening means. The throat fastening means and the vamp fastening means provide a two-point connection that stabilizes the removable vamp so that it remains in the correct position during wear of the shoe. A customizing kit may be provided to permit a consumer to customize the vamp, for example, by applying a heat transfer image to the vamp.

Abstract: A golf shoe having a saddle portion for providing lateral support to the foot for increased support during the golf swing. The saddle comprising a base and overlay inserts, each comprising of a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) material of different hardness than the other. The non-stretchable nature of TPU provides an increased level of stability to an area of the foot where lateral strength is crucial. The base having a hardness of less than about 75 Shore A, while the overlay inserts have a hardness of at least about 75 Shore A.

Abstract: A revolving tongue for application to footwear provided a central pivot point that rotatably connects to a crossbar of the footwear, the crossbar extending between the lateral openings of the shoe, at upper edges of the shoe quarter portions. The tongue may be rotated, to disclose variations in coloration material and design for the shoes, as applied. A pivot pin or other connector secures the tongue, approximately centrally, to the crossbar, a guide may be provided at the lower or lateral edges of the circular tongue, secured within the shoe, to act as a guide to retain the tongue for its circular motion. In addition, openings may be provided within the upper quarter portions of the shoe, so the tongue coloration can show therethrough, and change, as the tongue is being pivoted for a different setting, and in addition, can also provide for aeration of the foot, at such location.

Abstract: Footwear, in the category of a sandal, and which may include a thong, slide-on, clog, or related structured sandal, wherein one side or the other of a tongue, upper vamp, or sandal strap may be adhered to an upper part of the sandal sole, or its vamp or cross strap, so that one side of the sandal strap structure may be displayed during its wearing, and can be turned to expose its opposite surface for varying the styling of the worn sandal. The tongue, upper vamp, or strap may be secured by a fastening device, such as a swivel, that allows for turning of these components to expose a selected surface in order to vary the aesthetics and appearance of the worn sandal.

Abstract: A shoe having an upper, a sole and an adjustable heel assembly including a first heel member connected to the sole at a rear portion thereof and a second heel member arranged at least partially within the first heel member. The second heel member is movable relative to the first member between a first position in which the first and second heel members provide the heel with a first height and a second position in which the first and second heel members provide the heel with a second height greater than the first height. An improved locking mechanism is provided for releasably locking the heel members to each other.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the production of fitted footwear, in particular, fitted shoes, by using a pre-prepared sole (1), a pre-formed strip (6) and an insert (5). The construction takes place on the foot of the eventual shoe-wearer, whereby a pre-prepared sole (1), corresponding to the dimensions of said shoe-wearers foot is searched out. An insert (5) is applied to the sole (1) and the precise fit of the sole (1) and insert checked on the foot. A pre-formed strip (6) is placed over the foot of the eventual shoe-wearer and fitted to the pre-prepared sole (1). The invention further relates to footwear prepared according to said method.

Abstract: A sandal system comprises a sole. The sole has top and bottom surfaces. The bottom surface has a periphery and a heel portion. A foot retaining strap is provided. The strap has ends coupled to the sole. A central extent is provided between the ends. Top and bottom faces are provided. A first hook and loop fastener is provided. The hook and loop fastener has an upper side and a lower side coupled with the top face of the strap. Finally, a decorative ribbon is provided. The ribbon has an upper plane adapted to have decorations and a lower plane having a second hook and loop fastener being adapted to releasably couple with the upper side of the first hook and loop fastener. The first and second hook and loop fasteners are essentially coextensive in size.

Abstract: A strap shoe comprises an outsole, a retaining piece, a strap, and a pad, the outsole is provided in the upper side with a receiving slot for receiving the retaining piece which is provided in the upper side with a plurality of strap slots. The strap is provided with a plurality of engagement pieces and is detachably fastened to the retaining piece such that the engagement pieces of the strap are removably retained in the strap slots of the retaining piece.

Abstract: A shoe has a sandal and a removable bootie. The sandal is provided with at least one adjustable strap for securing the sandal about a wearer's foot and includes an outsole. The removable bootie is adapted to cover the wearer's foot and includes a sole, the removable bootie may be provided with an attachment system such as laces or straps for securing the bootie about the foot. The sandal and the bootie are configured to cooperate with each other so that when the bootie is inserted into the sandal and secured therein, the sandal and bootie combination results in the shoe, and wherein the sandal and the bootie can be worn independently of each other.

Abstract: An item of footwear, has a sole (1) and an upper portion (8) for receiving and releasably retaining a wearer's foot. Cover means (12) for covering at least part of the upper portion is releasably attachable to the upper portion by fasteners such as press studs (40, 42). The arrangement is preferably such that the cover means can be attached or removed while the items is retained on a wearer's foot.

Abstract: A marker shoe is fixed to its middle sole by insertion a decoration stripe or a reflective alert stripe; an arc recess being provided on the middle sole and two or more than two insertion holes in given depth being provided at the bottom of the recess to fix the stripe with pile heads to prevent the stripe from falling off and to offer easy replacement among various types of stripes as desired.

Abstract: A shoe, sandal, beach shoe, or other form of footwear, integrates a slot within its sole structure, as this footwear is assembled, and within the slot is a continuous band, that may form part of the shoe vamp, strapping, or related structure, and which vamp or band may be turned, for displaying different coloration or designs, texture, or means for providing support, massaging, or stimulation, of the foot, as through interiorly protruding tips, or to form and dispose apertures that furnish ventilation and aeration to the foot thereunder, all in order to change the aesthetics of the footwear at the desire of the user. In addition, to add to the structural integrity of the constructed shoes, a part of the vamp or its strapping, may extend upwardly, and have a loop formed therein, or even loop back on itself, and which may embrace the upper part of the changeable vamp, to facilitate its retention, and structural configuration, when the vamp is turned, to vary its appearance.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an amelioration of a shoe body structure including at least a vamp and a sole; the vamp and the sole may be combined using a freely assembling and disassembling method. On the connecting areas of the vamp and the sole are provided with respective linking elements, and by joining the linking elements, the vamp and the sole are combined into one completed shoe body. The user may then completely or partly separate the vamp and the sole into two parts for cleaning, drying, or independently replace either part when damaged. The user may also freely match the outfit with suitable vamps, thus further optimizing the practicability of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for making ready-made shoes fitting individuals' foot shapes. This method includes the steps of forming a separate forefoot part and a separate rearfoot part, and connecting them detachably by means of a connecting means to form a shoe body. This makes it possible to easily produce sorts of shoes of different widths for each size by forming forefoot parts of different widths and/or rearfoot parts of different widths, selecting any of these parts of different widths and connecting the forefoot and rearfoot parts. This also makes it possible to easily produce sorts of shoes each pair of which has different sizes and/or widths, by forming forefoot parts of different sizes and/or widths and/or rearfoot parts of different sizes and/or widths, selecting any of these parts of different sizes and/or widths and connecting the forefoot and rearfoot parts.

Abstract: An interchangeable shoe ensemble includes a base member, or sole, having snaps secured along its periphery and positioned for snap fitting engagement with corresponding snaps on a removable strap. The strap is provided having a silk-screened design provided on its upper surface for aesthetic purposes. The configuration of the shoe lends itself to quick and efficient replacement of the strap where, for example, an alternative strap design is desired.

Abstract: A sole and/or support assembly for boots adapted to any of a plurality of sporting activities, which enables the user to customize his/her boot depending on the sport involved, and a boot incorporating such sole/support assembly. A flexible sole is associated with a foot support with which a fastening arrangement, adapted to ensure a removable fastening of the support on the bottom surface of the sole, are associated.

Abstract: Footwear, incorporating a reversible a tongue, wherein one side or the other of the tongue may be adhered for pivot to the upper central vamp portion of the shoe, to display that side during wearing of the shoe, or turned, to provide a variation in the styling of the shoe. The tongue may further contain a pouch or pocket, secured by any type of fastening device such as Velcro that allows ready access into the tongue, for deposit or removal of personal items. One or more of the surfaces of the formed pocket, in the tongue, may be formed of a transparent or clear material, to allow any personal item deposited therein to be readily viewed.

Abstract: A shoe having a plurality of interchangeable top covering for altering the appearance of a shoe. The shoe includes a shoe base and at least one top covering for the shoe. The top covering is removably affixed to the shoe base. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the top covering is positioned over a top portion of the wearer's foot, in front of the wearer's ankle. The top covering may be attached by any fastening means, such as hook and pile strips, snaps, laces, or hooks. When the wearer desires, the top covering is exchanged for another top covering to alter the exterior appearance of the shoe.

Abstract: A wedge-soled bowling shoe has selectable percentages of regions of different coefficients of friction of traction characteristics and different coefficients of friction of slide characteristics on a shoe sole surface. The shoe gives the bowler precise control over relative amounts of slide and/or traction action of each shoe. The bowler can readily change the relative amounts of slide and/or traction action of each shoe by changing a replaceable sole member of the desired percentages of regions of high or low traction and high or low slide to accommodate differing conditions and differing styles of bowling. Using one of a plurality of pairs of replaceable sole members, a first member of each pair is constructed of two materials, each of a different coefficient of friction to provide slide characteristics and a second member of each pair is constructed of two materials, each of a different coefficient of friction to provide traction characteristics.

Abstract: A series of interchangeable stackable intermediate core sole modules have mating interlocking post and hole connectors and mating hook and loop fasteners and edge ridges for stacking a series of the core modules. Footwear uppers have a conventional top foot accommodating structure and a bottom surface with mating components to interconnect with the core modules. Footwear bottoms have a bottom surface with conventional soles and have an upper surface with mating components to interconnect with the core modules. Interchangeable core modules vary in material, color, texture, style, shape, thickness, and other physical features for individualizing footwear.

Abstract: A shoe has a sole, an upper and a counter portion. The upper is securely connected to the sole and has a rear end defined with an opening. The counter portion is detachably connected to the rear end of the upper to close the opening in the upper. A fastener and a connecting device are respectively mounted on two opposite sides of the upper and the counter portion to connect the counter portion to the rear end of the upper. Accordingly, a wearer's foot in the shoe can be vented. Also, for a pair of tied shoes with the counter portions can be put on or taken off without tying or untying the laces. The use of the shoe is versatile and convenient.

Abstract: The Shoes with Interchangeable Shoe Covers is a shoe cover system for Clog and Loafer type shoes that allow you to change the appearance of the shoes as desired. The shoe covers allow the wearer to partially change the top and side appearance of a pair of shoes to different colors, shapes, prints, designs, textures or styles. The covers provide a fast and inexpensive way to match the shoes to a varied wardrobe in just a few seconds.

Abstract: A structure of a low to high heel shoe wherein a sole FIG. 1 having two semicircular “D” shaped punched holes on either side of the shank is formed in the rear of the shoe sole area, to receive a bolt fitting FIG. 2 having a bight slot and two opposing distal members, fitting through the punched holes and over the shoe shank thereby adjoining to the heel FIG. 4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ladies accessories. More particularly it relates to footwear and handbags having interchangeable portions. The object of the present invention is to provide an improved securing method adapted to various interchangeable portions, so that the appearance of footwear and handbags may be changed quickly and easily by replacing only the interchangeable portion of said footwear and handbags.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fashion accessories. More particularly it relates to footwear and handbags having interchangeable portions. The object of the present invention is to provide an improved securing form adapted to various interchangeable portions, so the appearance of footwear and handbags may be changed quickly and easily by replacing only the interchangeable portion of said footwear and handbags.

Abstract: A heel includes a member with a first surface having a fastening layer for removable attachment of the member to an outsole in two different positions, and a second surface having an outer layer with a first sliding characteristic in one position and a different sliding characteristic in another position. The removable heel provides bowlers with the flexibility to have one pair of shoes featuring different sliding characteristics to satisfy their needs in different lane surface conditions.

Abstract: A shoe attachment device comprises an attachment element and an attachment base. The attachment element is connected to a vamp or a heel strap. The attachment base is embedded in the sole, and includes an insertion slot into which the attachment element inserts to attach the vamp or the heel strap to the sole. The insertion slot includes an inner blocking member onto which an arcuate groove is defined. The engagement tooth engages the arcuate groove to attach the attachment element to the attachment base. A guiding lip is further formed in the insertion slot to engage a corresponding stop slot.

Abstract: A bowling shoe construction having various options for adjustment with removable and replaceable slide parts to attach to the tread surface of a slide shoe. The slide parts can attach interchangeably using hook and pile loop fasteners. A kick shoe includes an interchangeable kick part covering the toe area. The kick part can be attached using adhesives or hook and pile loop fasteners.

Abstract: A height adjustable flexible shoe including a shoe upper portion having an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a body portion therebetween. The open upper end is dimensioned for receiving a foot therein. The closed lower end has a toe portion and a back portion. The back portion has a first heel portion extending downwardly therefrom. The body portion is comprised of an adjustable elastomeric material. A second heel portion is adapted for removably coupling with the first heel portion of the shoe upper portion. A third heel portion is adapted for removably coupling with the second heel portion. The first, second, and third heel portions are of substantially equal heights to provide significant control over the inclination of the shoe.

Abstract: A shoe having an upper, a sole and an adjustable heel assembly including a first heel member connected to the sole at a rear portion thereof and a second heel member arranged at least partially within the first heel member. The second heel member is movable relative to the first member between a first position in which the first and second heel members provide the heel with a first height and a second position in which the first and second heel members provide the heel with a second height greater than the first height. An improved locking mechanism is provided for releasably locking the heel members to each other.

Abstract: Footwear, incorporating a reversible a tongue, wherein one side or the other of the tongue may be adhered for pivot to the upper central vamp portion of the shoe, to display that side during wearing of the shoe, or turned, to provide a variation in the styling of the shoe. The tongue may further contain a pouch or pocket, secured by any type of fastening device such as Velcro that allows ready access into the tongue, for deposit or removal of personal items. One or more of the surfaces of the formed pocket, in the tongue, may be formed of a transparent or clear material, to allow any personal item deposited therein to be readily viewed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for making ready-made shoes fitting individuals' foot shapes. This method includes the steps of forming a separate forefoot part and a separate rearfoot part, and connecting them detachably by means of a connecting means to form a shoe body. This makes it possible to easily produce sorts of shoes of different widths for each size by forming forefoot parts of different widths and/or rearfoot parts of different widths, selecting any of these parts of different widths and connecting the forefoot and rearfoot parts. This also makes it possible to easily produce sorts of shoes each pair of which has different sizes and/or widths, by forming forefoot parts of different sizes and/or widths and/or rearfoot parts of different sizes and/or widths, selecting any of these parts of different sizes and/or widths and connecting the forefoot and rearfoot parts.

Abstract: A cover for an athletic shoe includes an elastic fabric upper member sized to snugly conformally fit over an athletic shoe covering at least the mid-foot region of a shoe upper portion and extending above and encircling the wearer's ankle. An elastic lower member extends under at least a portion of the shoe sole spanning the inboard and outboard side panels of the upper member without covering the gripping surfaces of the shoe sole. A zipper is provided in the fabric upper member to form an openable seam enabling the wearer to remove the athletic shoe and attach the cover on the wearer's foot without removing the cover from the shoe.

Abstract: A slipper which has an aperture in the bottom and three different types of inserts which can be inserted into the aperture. The first insert will be filled with a material that conforms to the wearer's foot, while the second insert will be filled with a mixture of sand and marbles. The third insert will be filled with neoprene balls.

Abstract: A shoe system with a sole having a top surface and a bottom surface and a generally vertical peripheral side wall therebetween. The sole has a generally horizontal forward region. A plurality of transverse slots extend through holes in the side walls and across the forward region. A strap has opposed ends threaded through the slots for securing a wearer's foot to the sole.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the production of fitted footwear, in particular, fitted shoes, by using a pre-prepared sole (1), a pre-formed strip (6) and an insert (5). The construction takes place on the foot of the eventual shoe-wearer, whereby a pre-prepared sole (1), corresponding to the dimensions of said shoe-wearers foot is searched out. An insert (5) is applied to the sole (1) and the precise fit of the sole (1) and insert checked on the foot. A pre-formed strip (6) is placed over the foot of the eventual shoe-wearer and fitted to the pre-prepared sole (1) The invention further relates to footwear prepared according to said method.

Abstract: A convertible shoe for skating device includes: a shallow shell, a pair of flexible reinforcing members respectively secured to the shallow shell, and a pair of convertible upper members each detachably fastened to each flexible reinforcing member for forming a skate shoe; whereby upon detachment of one pair of old upper members, another pair of new upper members of different decorative features or designs may be provided to substitute the old upper members for diversified selectivity and comfortable wearing of the skate shoes.

Abstract: This invention concerns an adjustable shoe capable of being fitted to feet of different shapes and sizes, comprising a two-part sole structure, which includes a forward sole member and a rear sole member, a shoe body, comprising a forward body portion and a rear body portion, and a heel. The forward sole member is freely movable back and forth relative to said rear sole member for matching different foot length to fit the foot being fitted within the shoe. The forward body portion is mounted on the forward sole member, the rear body portion mounted on the rear sole member, and the heel mounted under the rear sole member. The forward body portion is selectively adjustable for engaging and holding a top area for matching and holding different foot width and foot height to fit the foot being fitted within the shoe. The forward body is freely movable back and forth relative to said rear body portion for matching and holding different foot length to fit the foot being fitted within the shoe.

Abstract: A shoe having interchangeable soles including a shoe portion having an open upper end and a closed lower end. The open upper end receives a foot of a user therein. A plurality of soles are adapted for being removably coupled with the closed lower end of the shoe portion. Each of the soles have an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface of the soles each have a different traction components disposed thereon.

Abstract: A shoe with changeable styles comprises a sole having a plurality of positioning holes; an insole being installed above the sole, a plurality of positioning nail being installed below the insole and peripherals at two sides of the insole being formed with embedding holes; and a vamp firmly securing above the insole, and a periphery of the vamp being installed with retaining surfaces bending inwards. By aforesaid structure, the positioning nails at the insole are engaged with the positioning holes of the sole. The shoes are assembled easily and quickly. Furthermore, the vamp can be pulled out easily. The user may update the color, shape and style of the shoes as desired.

Abstract: Footwear for leaving a personalized imprint on wet sand and other surfaces is accomplished through the removal of material as opposed to previous additive processes. Footwear according to the invention includes a sole portion having a bottom surface with a matrix of projections extending therefrom. Each projection is selectively removable, thereby enabling a user to remove a subset of the projections corresponding to the personalized imprint. The sole portion may form any type of shoe, including sandals, thongs, ‘flip-flops,’ and so forth. Each projection preferably has a nominal length in the range of {fraction (3/16)} to ⅜ inch and a nominal width in the range of ⅛ to {fraction (3/16)} inch, and may be circular, triangular, rectangular, square, or hexagonal in cross-section. The matrix of projections may cover the entire bottom surface of the shoe, or a non-partitioned border may be provided which surrounds the matrix of projections.