Abstract: An article having a panel and a trim piece. The panel may have at least a first panel edge, an outer surface, and a plurality of integrally-formed flaps that extend from the outer surface. The trim piece may be affixed to the panel proximate the first panel edge and may secure an end portion of at least one of the plurality of integrally-formed flaps between the trim piece and the outer surface of the panel. A plurality of panels may form, or be secured to, a garment in different orientations. Each of the plurality of panels may be separated by one or more trim pieces.

Abstract: An illuminated bag system includes a bag with a body forming at least one interior compartment; an illumination system, having one or more lights secured within a bottom of the body; a power source; a control system to activate the one or more lights via power from the power source; and a sensor incorporated into the body of the bag and in communication with the control system; activation of the sensor is to activate the one or more lights to light the interior compartment of the bag.

Abstract: A stand-up plastic food storage bag having two bottom gusset walls and a folding seam defining abutment of the front bottom gusset wall to the rear bottom gusset wall. There are gusset wall reinforcement layers on an external surface of the bottom gusset walls, and these reinforcement layers terminate at least about 0.25 cm away from the folding seam, and do not cover the folding seam, so they do not significantly interfere with folding the seam when collapsing the bag into its storage condition. A method for forming such stand-up plastic food storage bags by coextruding a monolayer plastic panel film and two monolayer plastic gusset floor reinforcement layers, wherein the monolayer plastic gusset floor reinforcement layers comprise two parallel strips spaced apart by at least about 0.

Abstract: An article of jewelry includes a first panel (2) and a second panel (3) facing the first panel (2) and being both formed by a plurality of single pieces (4, 5) which are distinct from each other, first linking elements (20) being configured to rigidly assemble the single pieces (4, 5) respectively of first and second panels (2, 3) which face and second linking elements (21) being each configured to assemble at least two the single pieces (4, 5) of the first panel (2) or the second panel (3) so that the two single pieces (4, 5) are movable with respect to each other.

Abstract: An integrally molded one-piece carrying handbag of flexible plastics material and its method of manufacture are described. The integrally molded plastic handbag has a containment space defined by a bottom wall and a circumferential sidewall with carrying straps integrally molded in a top edge of opposed sections of the sidewall. A latch tab is also integrally formed with one of the opposed sides sections of the sidewall and has a fastener formation projecting adjacent a free end thereof. A fastener hole is provided in the other of the side sections for receiving the fastener formation to partially close the open top end of the containment space. In a preferred embodiment gusset formations are formed in opposed top ends of end wall sections of the circumferential side wall of the containment space.

Abstract: The invention is a modular pop-up purse shell, with an optional insert, wherein a rectangular swatch of material is removably attached to the purse shell to create a customized purse.

Abstract: A bag constructed a least in part of transparent plastic vinyl, PVC, mesh or other material that allows a clear unrestricted view of the contents held inside the walls of the bag. The bag is supplied with at least one removable concealment flaps constructed of an opaque material that would obstruct the view the bag contents.

Abstract: A modular handbag having a main body and one or more removably attachable accessories is provided herein.

Abstract: Disclosed are handbags constructed using shoe components and shoe production methods. The handbags include a sole with an insole layer, a midsole layer, and an outsole layer. The insole lines the bottom of the interior of the handbag, the outsole lines the bottom of the exterior of the handbag, and the midsole rests in-between the insole and outsole layers. The handbags further include a welt, which is preferably attached to the insole and to the sidewalls of the handbag. The handbags also employ a combination of handbag side material, shoe uppers, stiffeners, counters, and other structures to form, support, and decorate the handbag sidewalls. Each of these sidewall components can be of different colors and textures to provide a distinctive structure reminiscent of a shoe. Additional materials can also be used to decorate the sidewalls. The sidewalls form a collar that encircles a handbag opening, preferably located near the top of the handbags.

Abstract: A compartmented bag having a cavity, comprising a coiled strap having at least one compartment thereon, and a fastener about a circumference of the strap linking adjoining coiled edges of the strap.

Abstract: This invention relates to a bag, more particularly a diaper bag that provides versatility and convenience to a person allowing them to perform many tasks hands-free. The bag dispenses moist wipes and plastic disposal bags from the exterior of the bag when needed to clean hands for fast clean ups or for cleaning a baby during a diaper change. It also has a detachable pad which folds out from the diaper bag when attached. The pad can be used as a diaper changing pad, seat cushion, back rest, knee pad, or lap tray for eating on. There are compartments for holding extra diapers under the front flap allowing quick access to them without reaching inside the bag. It also has compartments for the caregiver such as compartments for a laptop and other electronic gadgets. It also includes a universal battery charger compartment for charging electronic gadgets.

Abstract: In combination with a pre-selected ladies purse having soft side wall and end wall portions which tend to collapse inwardly toward each other when such purse is insufficiently full, the improvement comprising an apparatus which will substantially minimize collapsing of the soft side wall and end wall portions when the purse is not full. The apparatus has a flexible member having each of a predetermined length, a predetermined width, and a predetermined thickness.

Abstract: A holder for securing eyeglasses, sunglasses or other personal items that may be securely incorporated into an article of clothing or accessory at the time of manufacture. The holder includes a base member that can be inserted into or attached to the article of clothing or accessory. A hanger is connected to the base member and includes a loop connected to a support base. One or more openings can be provided on the base member. The support base and base member can be integrally formed. The support base can be formed from part of the article of clothing or accessory. The holder allows a wearer to insert a piece of a pair of eyeglasses, or a part of another personal item, through the loop and allows the item to assume a secure and relatively flat position. The holder may also include an RFID tag and/or a covered loop.

Abstract: Handbag or carrying case includes a retaining compartment for retaining objects which is defined by structure having a plurality of apertures extending from the compartment to an exterior thereof, and at least one snap fastener which snaps into a respective aperture to thereby be secured to the compartment defining structure. An object may be coupled to the snap fastener such that the object is secured to the structure defining the compartment. The position of the object is variable depending on which aperture the snap fastener snaps into, with the user selecting where to locate the object by selecting the location at which the snap fastener connected thereto will engage with the compartment defining structure.

Abstract: A garment organizing system, assembly, and method enables users to organize garmentry for travel. The basic assembly comprises a support panel, a restraint panel, a panel attachment mechanism for removably attaching each restraint panel to a first edge of a respective support panel, and a panel linking mechanism for linking each support panel to an adjacent support panel. The support panels support garmentry placed thereupon. Each restraint panel is fixedly attached to a second edge of a respective support panel, and the restraint panels selectively restrain garmentry supported by the support panels via said panel attachment mechanism. The panel linking mechanism enables the user to link and stack a series of interconnectable garment restraint assemblies for organizing the supported and restrained garmentry for travel.

Abstract: Handbag or carrying case includes a retaining compartment for retaining objects which is defined by structure having a plurality of apertures extending from the compartment to an exterior thereof, and at least one snap fastener which snaps into a respective aperture to thereby be secured to the compartment defining structure. An object may be coupled to the snap fastener such that the object is secured to the structure defining the compartment. The position of the object is variable depending on which aperture the snap fastener snaps into, with the user selecting where to locate the object by selecting the location at which the snap fastener connected thereto will engage with the compartment defining structure.

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

Abstract: A tote bag for being partitioned or alternatively expanded. The bag has a partition mode and an expansion mode and includes a front panel, a rear panel, and a pair of side panels. The front panel is attached to the rear panel by the pair of side panels. The pair of side panels fold and attach to each other to form a partition thereby dividing the tote bag into a pair of compartments when the tote bag is in the partition mode thereof and separate from each other and unfold to eliminate the partition thereby expanding the tote bag when the tote bag is in the expansion mode thereof.

Abstract: A compartmented bag having a cavity, comprising a coiled strap having at least one compartment thereon, and a fastener about a circumference of the strap linking adjoining coiled edges of the strap.

Abstract: A storage device and a method for making the storage device are described. In one implementation, the storage device comprises first and second walls having interior and exterior portions. The second wall opposes and is connected to the first wall so that the interior portions of the first and second walls define an interior of the storage device and the exterior portions of the first and second walls define an exterior of the storage device. An access opening is located between the first and second walls, and the access opening is sized to receive an electronic device. A plurality of voids is located in the first wall and the voids are configured to permit air passage between the interior and exterior of the storage device. A porous material that permits airflow through the voids may be connected to the first wall. Other implementations are described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an article of manufacture and method of manufacture relating to purses, handbags, wallets and the like. The method disclosed herein relates to utilizing text book covers off of books, such as legal treatises and case law books as the primary material for such articles. The text book cover is removed, cleaned, prepared, cut, sewn and glued together to form a purse, handbag, wallet and the like. The result of the disclosed invention is eco-friendly as it takes an old, often discarded item and forms a highly useful and quite stylish “new” article.

Abstract: A carrying bag adapted to separate and reattach into a plurality of pieces and having decorative elements on each piece that when viewed by third parties will show an association between parties carrying the pieces. A method of providing user decoration of the pieces forming the carrying bag to allow individual customization of the ornamental aspects of the bag pieces such that when carried by two or more individuals, the pieces indicate an association between them.

Abstract: A back bag/shoulder bag/handbag made by stitching a sheet material into shape, the sheet material having a transparent or translucent outer covering layer, an inner covering layer and a stuffing material selected from colored feather, down, polyfill, man-made fiber or combination of colored feather and down and stuffed in between the outer covering layer and the inner covering layer so that a person can see the color design of the stuffing material through the transparent or translucent material.

Abstract: A device for protecting a handbag includes a bag, one or more elastic bands and an optional pliable trim piece, each attached to the bag. The elastic bands encircle the bag and are positioned between the opening and the bottom of the bag. The pliable trim piece encircles the bag and is positioned at the opening of the bag.

Abstract: A handbag having a vertical obverse side and a vertical reverse side where each side has a horizontal rim that extends around its perimeter. A centrally located ring member is located between the obverse and reverse sides of the handbag and is pivotally attached to the horizontal rim of the obverse and reverse sides of the handbag to provide first and second chambers. A first enclosure which is removably attached to the vertical obverse side of the first chamber is provided for holding articles of clothing, and a second enclosure which is removably attached to the vertical reverse side of the second chamber is provided for holding cosmetics. A third enclosure which is removably attached to the centrally located ring member and is located in the second chamber is also provided for holding cosmetics.

Abstract: A bag having excellent water and perspiration resistance, showing no deterioration of the skin after extended use, and having excellent light resistance, thereby experiencing no discoloration or yellowing under the sun or fluorescent lighting.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to a handbag structure comprising a body, a first flap and at least one strap, wherein the body has a space to contain proposed articles inside it, and the space has an opening going through to the outside on one side; on the external walls of the body, there is at least one connecting strap that coils to form a reeving groove, and the body has a plurality of through holes on both side edges of it and is covered by the first flap on one side; at least one connecting groove is established for the connecting strap of the body to go through on the upper side of the first flap; a plurality of fixing straps is available and fastened to the body along the edges of the first flap; the strap includes an encircling part at both ends, and the encircling part contains a movable buckle that can be flexibly fastened into the reeving groove formed by the connecting strap of the body, allowing the first flap to be mounted or removed conveniently and quickly.

Abstract: The purse provides a display case incorporated therein which allows a collector to display his/her collectable, such as for example a doll, in a convenient manner. The display case is removably secured to the purse and can therefore be replaced when necessary. The display case has an adjustable back wall which provides for variations in the depth of the display case.

Abstract: A collapsible handbag comprised of a main body panel comprised of material having deformable features, two side panels, and a handle disposed on the outer surface of the main body panel, wherein all panels are attachable/detachable and can be laid down flat and folded/tuck for ease in storage or travel, and in which the panels are interchangeable with other panels of various designs. A flap panel is also attachable to one of the top edges of the main body panel as well as accessory attachment, including a coin purse or pouch, which is attachable to one of the side panels.

Abstract: A collapsible and erectable organizer for holding bags and their contents, such as bags containing grocery items, upright during transport, such as in the trunk of a car. The organizer has Velcro® pieces on its bottom that resist slipping on a carpeted surface and that secure opposite halves of the bottom when the bottom is folded in half to collapse the organizer. The organizer can be used when collapsed to carry smaller items.

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

Abstract: A bag having a mosaic graphic of novel visual effect includes a bag and an image presenting layer attached to the surface of the bag. The bag is a container for holding goods. The image presenting layer includes a base layer and a plurality of image presenting units fastened to the base layer. Each of the image presenting units has a single selected color on the surface thereof. By arranging multiple numbers of the image presenting units on the base layer and through the single selected color showing on the surface thereof a desired graphic can be presented. Thus by coupling the bag and the mosaic art the bag has an artistic, good looking and amusing novel visual effect.

Abstract: The present invention includes two purses, a large outer purse and a small inner purse. The inner purse has two flaps extending from the top of the inner purse. Preferably, there are male-type connection structures on the flaps. The interior of the larger outer purse has female-type connection structures. The female-type connectors are configured such that, when the inner purse is placed inside the outer purse, male-type connection structures on the flaps of the inner purse can be connected to the female-type connection structures of the outer purse. This serves to secure the inner purse into the outer purse.

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

Abstract: A handbag or hand-carried container formed with successive tiers of a spiraled compound tape having attachment means on each side edge of the tape. The spiraled tape is adapted for securely fastening successive tiers of the spiraled tape together to form a hand carried container. The compound tape is configured to repeatedly form and disassemble a handbag of a specific size and shape and to provide a protective lining within the fully formed handbag or container.

Abstract: A system comprising: a tote bag comprising a container having an opening and means for closing the opening, wherein the container comprises first and second rigid or semi-rigid side walls and a connecting wall made of flexible fabric material; and a resealable evacuable bag placed inside and freely removable from the tote bag via the opening. The resealable evacuable bag comprises: a receptacle having an interior volume and a mouth that allows communication between an exterior and the interior volume, the receptacle comprising flexible front and rear walls and a flexible gusseted bottom; a resealable closure installed in the mouth; a one-way valve mounted to a hole in the front wall; and a rigid or semi-rigid board loosely disposed inside and freely removable from the receptacle and in contact with the gusseted bottom.

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

Abstract: A device for protecting a handbag includes a bag, one or more elastic bands and an optional pliable trim piece, each attached to the bag. The elastic bands encircle the bag and are positioned between the opening and the bottom of the bag. The pliable trim piece encircles the bag and is positioned at the opening of the bag.

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

Abstract: “STRUCTURE OF HANDBAG FOR FEMALE USAGE” which is indicated by numerical reference (1) that is essentially formed by a fabric piece (2) and by closure hardware (11), said structure contemplates the fact that the fabric piece (2) incorporates two alignments of passing openings (3), where each passing opening (3) is provided with a respective eyelet (4); the fabric piece (2) has its structure composed by an internal covering fabric (5), an internal structure fabric (gusset or similar) (6), and an external covering fabric (7), being that all fabrics are joined by a technique from conventional sewing techniques; the fabric piece (2) presents a drawing that is defined by two borders mutually opposed (8) that present an essentially arched contour being such borders mutually opposed (8) joined by small borders of essentially rectilinear contour (9) where such borders (9) are also mutually opposed and parallel; the fabric piece (2) includes along each one of its arched borders (8) correspondent alignment of the alread

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

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

Abstract: A woman's purse to be hand or shoulder carried, and which has a front face panel of a record jacket attached to a substrate and a rear surface panel formed of a vinyl record preferably laminated for protection, attached to a substrate. The two side and bottom panels form a generally U-shaped section which is attached to each of the front and rear panels, but not attached to the two top edges of the front and rear panels. A handle(s) can be conventionally attached. The purse may be lined and have accessories attached to the interior thereof.

Abstract: A hand-bag is assembled by folding a single piece of material. The single piece of material is folded to form the walls, bottom portion and locking portions. The locking portions are engaged to hold the walls in position. The assembled hand-bag can be collapsed for storing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flexible, protective structure adapted to conform to the shape of an object being protected by the structure. The structure may be formed into a flexible travel case adapted to conform to the shape of the contents of the bag while still providing the protection of a hard, inflexible travel case. The structure may include a plurality of substantially rigid plates positioned adjacent a flexible skin.

Abstract: A light-weight side gusset for a bag includes a formed composite frame having a peripheral raised region and a depressed central region. An opening through the depressed central region forms a relatively narrow border portion around the inner periphery of the raised region. A central panel corresponding in configuration to the outline of the depressed region is attached to the border portion of the depressed region to cover the opening therethrough. The composite frame is made up of a moldable substrate, e.g. ethyl vinyl acetate foam, an outer layer wear-resistant material, e.g., high-denier nylon or poly/nylon combination, and, preferably, an inner adherent layer, e.g., the loop half of a hook-and-loop fabric. Methods of manufacturing the composite frame, a gusset including such frame, and a bag including such gusset are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of producing a purse or handbag from a single typically rectangular blank of flexible sheet material.

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

Abstract: A shaped resilient foam insert and a method of maintaining a shape and reducing wrinkling and creasing of a handbag during storage are provided. The method includes opening the handbag to expose an interior cavity thereof which is formed by walls of the handbag. The interior cavity has a first set of dimensions and the shaped resilient foam body (insert) is disposed within the interior cavity. The foam body has a second set of dimensions with at least one dimension of the second set being greater than one dimension of the first set so that the foam body applies an outward force against walls of the handbag so that the handbag maintains its shape during storage and the walls are supported during storage so as to help prevent wrinkling and creasing of the handbag.