U.S. patent application number 10/059081 was filed with the patent office on 2004-05-13 for multipurpose sport and leisure garment and method for making same.
Invention is credited to Adler, Mitchell.
Application Number | 20040088778 10/059081 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 32230655 |
Filed Date | 2004-05-13 |
United States Patent
Application |
20040088778 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Adler, Mitchell |
May 13, 2004 |
Multipurpose sport and leisure garment and method for making
same
Abstract
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.
Inventors: |
Adler, Mitchell; (New York,
NY) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Thomas J. Parker
COUDERT BROTHERS LLP
1114 Avenue of the Americas
New York
NY
10036
US
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Family ID: |
32230655 |
Appl. No.: |
10/059081 |
Filed: |
January 30, 2002 |
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10059081 |
Jan 30, 2002 |
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09667947 |
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Current U.S.
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2/279 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41D 23/00 20130101;
A41D 15/00 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
002/279 |
International
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A41B 015/00 |
Claims
I claim:
1. A garment for draping about the neck, said garment having a
configuration comprising: (a) 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; (b)
a 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 such
sections; the medial portion of the garment generally extends along
the first direction between the proximal portions of the first and
second sections; and (c) when the garment is draped around an area
of the body, the first and second sections form a generally
collapsed cone-shaped configuration.
2. The garment of claim 1, wherein the ends of said distal portions
furthest away from the vertex extend generally in a direction
perpendicular to the first direction.
3. The garment of claim 1, wherein the ends of said distal portions
furthest way from the vertex along the first direction is
elliptic.
4. The garment of claim 1, wherein the ends of said distal portions
furthers way from the vertex along the first direction is
cheveroned.
5. The garment of claim 1, wherein the vertex joining the first and
second sections is truncated.
6. The garment of claim 1, wherein the first and second sections
are separated by tan elongate.
7. The garment of claim 1, wherein the garment has an elongated
tube extending along the first direction between the first and
second sections.
8. The garment of claim 1, wherein the fabric comprises
substantially stretch resistant and absorbent material.
9. The garment of claim 8, wherein said substantially stretch
resistant and absorbent material is selected from the group
consisting to Turkish terry, French terry, velour, baby terry,
boucle or any combination thereof.
10. The garment of claim 8, wherein said substantially stretch
resistant and absorbent material is a single sided terry.
11. The garment of claim 1, wherein the fabric comprises an
insulating material.
12. The garment of claim 11, wherein the insulating material is
selected from the group consisting of wool, microfiber, fleece or
and combination thereof.
13. The garment of claim 13, wherein the insulating material
comprises a water repellant material
14. The garment of claim 13, wherein the water repellent material
is selected from the group consisting of nylon, rubber, plastic,
Teflon or any combination thereof.
15. The garment of claim 1, wherein the fabric is selected from the
group consisting cotton, linen, silk, nylon, rayon, mesh, leather,
velvet, cashmere, camel hair or any combination thereof.
16. The garment of claim 1 having at least one pocket between the
distal and the proximal portions of the first and second
sections.
17. The garment of claim 16, wherein said pockets having means for
opening and closing said pocket.
18. The garment of claim 1, wherein said garment has at least one
fasten means along the edges of the first and second sections.
19. The garment of claim 1, wherein either of said first and second
section is emblazoned.
20. The garment of claim 1, wherein said first and second sections
are fastened to each other along their respective edges to form a
poncho, camisole, chair over or seat cushion.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a garment which may be worn
comfortably on or about the body, such as, for example, the head,
chest, shoulder, thigh, knee, arm or waist. Specifically, the
present invention is directed to a garment, which, when worn,
distributes areas of high fabric surface away from the point of
body contact and imparts sparsely of fabric at body contact. This
is accomplished by placing two sections of fabric on opposite side
of a vertex. Such configuration, as herein described, allows the
present garment to have multiple utilities and uses not found in
ordinary garments.
[0002] Towels used for wiping and drying moisture are commonly used
in connection with physical activity. Typically, the towel is
transported by hand to or from the pursuit of physical activity, or
is sometimes worn about a body area, such as the shoulder or neck.
The towel provides exceptional water absorbency and is used to
regulate body temperature. However, towels are not designed nor
intended as items of wear, nor do they contain pockets. For
instance, when draped over a body part, such as the neck or
shoulder, the towel exhibits undesirable characteristics, such as a
bulky and cluttered appearance at the point where the towel is
worn. Towels having a narrow width (so as not to be bulky at the
point of wear) provide an insufficient amount of absorbent surface
to be useful in drying, wiping or regulating body temperature, nor
does it provide a high degree of fashion. Long towels cover larger
areas of the body and provide more absorbency and temperature
regulation, but are too bulky at the points of body contact to be
fashionable.
[0003] When fabricated of a substantially stretch resistant
absorbent fabric, the present garment may be used for wiping and
drying liquids such as perspiration and water. The present garment
may also be used as a means for regulating the temperature of the
body. Further, the present garment may be fashionable, imparting a
sparse appearance at the segment of the body area which it is worn.
The present garment may also contain pockets or be emblazoned.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0004] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
garment that may be worn about the body comfortably without the
drawbacks typically associated with conventional towels, such as
gathering or bulkiness about the body contact area or inadequate
dimension for intended use. Another object of the present invention
is to provide a garment with the foregoing advantages that possess
the hand or feel of a conventional towel suitable for wiping and
drying liquid from the skin or regulating body temperature. A
further object of the present invention is to provide a garment
with the foregoing advantages that may be a fashionable item of
wear with a wide range of uses. A further object of this invention
is to provide a garment with the foregoing advantages and means for
incorporating pockets.
[0005] The present garment has a configuration comprising first and
second sections of substantially equal size arranged on opposite
sides of a vertex. 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 area where the
vertex joins these sections. The medial portion of the garment is
situated at the area of the vertex and generally extends along the
first direction between the proximal portions of the first and
second sections. The ends of the distal portions of the first and
second sections furthest away from the vertex may extend generally
in a direction perpendicular to the first direction. The shape of
these ends may include a myriad of designs or curvatures, including
elliptic or cheveroned. The distal portions of the first and second
sections have greater fabric surface than the medial portion of the
garment. When the medial portion of the garment is draped around an
area of the body, the medial portion imparts a more sparse
appearance of fabric about the area of the body which that portion
is engaged than the distal portion of the first and second
sections. When the garment is draped around an area of the body,
the first and second sections may form a generally collapsed
cone-shaped configuration, displaying a neat and attractive
appearance when the garment is worn.
[0006] As used in the specification and claims herein, the term
"cone" or "conic" means a surface which is generated by passing a
line through a fixed point and a fixed plane curve not containing
the point, consisting of two sections joined at a vertex. The fixed
plane curve ensures a smooth collapse of the first and second
sections during wear.
[0007] The configuration of the first and second sections of the
present garment may be defined having three points: base, altitude
and vertex. The length of the base, altitude or vertex may be
adjusted to suit intended use, as will become evident in the
descriptions herein. Additionally, a collar comprising an elongated
tube may be placed about the medial portion of the garment to
impart greater fabric surface, or the collar may be used to further
separate the distal portions of the first and second sections. The
fabric of the collar may differ from or be identical or
substantially similar to the fabric of the first and second
sections of the garment. In another preferred embodiment, the
surface of the first and second sections may be wavy. Additionally,
the present invention may comprise pieces of fabric joined together
or be constructed of one single, continuous piece of fabric.
[0008] Conventional towels used during physical activity are flat
and two dimensional. The garment of the present invention may
include two, three dimensional sections substantially of equal size
joined at a vertex. The advantage of constructing the present
garment in this manner, as opposed to a single, rectangular or
square piece of fabric, is the sparse appearance exhibited at the
point of body contact while providing a large surface of absorbent
fabric at either end of the garment. The three dimensional
configuration of the present garment allows the garment to collapse
upon itself when worn. As a result, the drape exhibited by the
present garment when worn is more elegant than the drape of a
standard towel and the collapsed cone-shaped configuration provides
a more streamlined appearance.
[0009] In another preferred embodiment, the altitude of the first
and second sections may equal zero, and consist of two
substantially equal sections connected at the vertex area directly
or by an elongated tube. When the altitude of the sections
approximates or equals zero, the sections are planar. Connecting
the sections with a circular pattern creates a collapsed cone
having a narrow vertex when the garment is worn. Whereas connecting
the sections with a rectangular pattern creates a truncated vertex
when the garment is worn. To create an elliptical planar design,
the vertex joining the sections may be moved from the medial
portion to one of a proximal portion of the sections, creating a
collapsed cone with an elliptical base when the garment is hung or
worn.
[0010] Other embodiments of the present garment may encompass a
number of permutations of altitude to base ratio, yielding myriad
variations of feature attributes, allowing the present garment to
be suitable for a wide variety of uses.
[0011] Suitable fabrics for the present invention may include, for
example, cotton, linens, knits, woven and non-woven fabrics. Other
suitable fabrics may include an absorbent, towel-like fabric that
is substantially stretch-resistant, such as terry. A suitable terry
is single-faced terry where the looped face may become the exterior
surface of the present garment. This construction allows the
sections to move more freely in opposition to each other. There are
additional types of terry cloth known in the art which may be
suitable for the present invention. Such terrys may include, but is
not limited to, double-faced terry, Turkish terry, French terry,
boucle, velour or baby terry.
[0012] The pile density of the fabric for the present garment may
vary depending upon intended use and cost. For instance, in cooling
body temperature, the garment may be soaked in water and applied to
the body. A dense pile with high and large loops will hold more
water for cooling or absorbing more moisture when dry. A less dense
pile will drape more loosely and is more appropriate to situations
where moisture absorption is not critical.
[0013] By varying the pile density from light to medium to dense,
the absorbency and drape characteristics of the present garment
change. This allows the function of the present garment to be
varied for its intended use. For instance, by increasing the pile
density of the fabric, the towel-like feel or "hand" more closely
resembles a bath towel. Increasing the density stiffens the fabric
and reduces drapability. This may be desirable depending on
function and intended use. Additionally, the distal portion of the
first and second sections may be made larger or smaller to regulate
fabric surface.
[0014] For a more fashionable appearance, the present garment may
comprise of non-absorbent or stretchy fabrics including, but not
limited to, knits and wools. The fabric of the present garment may
comprise an insulating fabric, including, but not limited to wool,
microfiber, fleece, ultra suede, felted fabrics, padded fabrics,
thinsulate.TM., or any combination thereof. Other suitable fabrics
may also include water repellant fabrics, such as, for example,
Gortex.TM., nylon, plastic, rubber, Teflon, or any combination
thereof. Fabrics treated with a water repellant coating may also be
suitable. Additional suitable fabrics for the present garment may
include silk, rayon, mesh, leather, velvet, cashmere, camel hair or
any combination thereof.
[0015] There are general coordinates that identify proper size and
configuration of the present garment based upon general use and
wear. A basic proportion may be transposed from a standard towel
size, such as 24".times.36". The length of the garment may become
36" and the ends of the first and second sections may have a width
of 24". A user wearing the garment during physical activity may
want smaller dimensions to prevent the garment from interfering
with the activity. A shortened version of the present garment may
comprise sufficient fabric to prevent gathering of fabric at the
point of body contact. The length of the present garment may be
worn on the neck and the distal portions of the first and second
sections do not extend to the wearer's extremities.
[0016] A user may desire more fabric surface and length for
wrapping or draping the present garment about the body after
engaging in physical activity. When the medial portion of the
garment is placed around the neck, for example, the distal portions
of the first and second sections may fall at or below the wearer's
waist. Here, the width of the ends of the first and second sections
may be 18", 24", 36"or 42." The minimal length of the present
garment may be sufficient to wrap around any portion of the body.
The maximum length may be limited to prevent the garment from
touching the ground or becoming entangled or be otherwise dangerous
when worn.
[0017] The garment may be used to protect the user from wind or
cold, yet retain its absorbent properties. In hot weather, the
garment may be used to cool the wearer by offering protection from
the sun and by absorbing perspiration. In addition, the garment may
be soaked in cold water to cool the wearer. The garment may also be
worn to cover parts of the body that may be inappropriately
displayed. For example, a topless sunbather leaving the bathing
area may use the present garment to cover the appropriate body
parts. In this regard, the present invention may be manipulated,
for example, into a halter top, toga, pareo, sarong or skirt.
[0018] The three dimensional configuration of the present garment
allows for concealment of pockets anywhere in the garment. For
example, the present garment may have at least one pocket at or
about the distal portions of the first and second sections. The
pockets may comprise a means for opening and closing the pockets,
such means may include snaps, buttons, zippers or Velcro.
[0019] The claimed invention may contain fasteners, such as snaps,
clips, Velcro, zippers, buttons or any other sealers, fasteners,
closures or trims at about or along the garment's edges. Fasteners
enable the present garment to be folded in various ways to perform
different useful functions (e.g., poncho, beach towel or chair
cover). Zippers, when used, may be recessed and made of nylon
instead of metal. Buttons made of soft rubber or Velcro are also
preferred fasteners. The claimed invention may also be emblazoned
at either of the first or second sections, or both.
[0020] These and other embodiments of the present invention will
become apparent to those of ordinary skill in view of the
disclosures herein.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0021] FIG. 1a is a frontal view of the present garment having an
elliptical base and being worn about the neck.
[0022] FIG. 1b is a frontal view of a standard towel being worn
about the neck.
[0023] FIG. 2a is a back view of the present garment shown in FIG.
1a.
[0024] FIG. 2b is a back view of the standard towel shown in FIG.
1b.
[0025] FIG. 3a is a front view of the present garment showing a
cone-shaped configuration.
[0026] FIG. 3b is a front view of the present invention showing two
planar sections separated by an elongated tube.
[0027] FIG. 3c is a front view of the present invention showing a
cone-shaped configuration having a truncated vertex.
[0028] FIG. 3d is a front view of the present invention showing a
cone-shaped configuration having a truncated vertex with an
elliptical base.
[0029] FIG. 4a is a side view of the present invention having an
elliptical base with a truncated vertex.
[0030] FIG. 4b is a bottom view of the present invention shown in
FIG. 4a.
[0031] FIG. 5a is a schematic of the present invention showing high
fabric surface first and second sections with a truncated
vertex.
[0032] FIG. 5b is a schematic of the present invention showing low
fabric surface first and second sections with a truncated
vertex.
[0033] FIG. 5c is a schematic of the present invention showing low
fabric surface first and second sections with a truncated vertex
and disc pockets.
[0034] FIG. 5d is a schematic of the present invention showing low
fabric surface first and second sections with a truncated vertex
and pouch pocket construction.
[0035] FIG. 6a is a schematic of the present invention showing high
fabric surface first and second sections with an elongate and
intact vertex.
[0036] FIG. 6b is a schematic of the present invention showing low
fabric surface first and second sections with an elongate and
intact vertex.
[0037] FIG. 6c is a schematic of the present invention showing high
fabric surface first and second sections with an elongate and
separated vertex.
[0038] FIG. 6d is a schematic of the present invention showing low
fabric surface first and second sections with an elongate and
separated vertex.
[0039] FIGS. 7a-7d is a schematic of an embodiment of the present
invention showing two zero altitude planes connected at a
vertex.
[0040] FIG. 8a is a front view of the embodiment of FIG. 7d when
converted into a poncho.
[0041] FIG. 8b is a side view of the embodiment of FIG. 8a.
[0042] FIG. 8c is a front view of an embodiment of FIG. 7d with an
elongate, which is used to convert said embodiment into a
poncho.
[0043] FIG. 8d is a side view of an embodiment of FIG. 8c.
[0044] FIG. 9a is a schematic of an embodiment of the present
invention showing first and second sections having a three-sided
pyramidal configuration.
[0045] FIG. 9b is a schematic of an embodiment of the present
invention showing first and second sections having a four-sided
pyramidal configuration.
[0046] FIGS. 10a-10c show a schematic for constructing an
embodiment of the present invention.
[0047] FIGS. 11a-11h illustrate multiple uses of the present
invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
[0048] FIGS. 1-2 illustrates the difference in fabric distribution
at the point of body contact between the present invention and a
conventional towel when. FIG. 1a is a front view of an embodiment
of the present garment (1) worn about the neck (2). The garment (1)
may be easily draped upon the body and imparts a sparse appearance
at contact point (3). Additionally, there is sufficient fabric at
the distal portions (4) of the first and second sections (5) to be
both functional and fashionable when the garment is worn. FIG. 1b
is a front view of a standard towel (6) worn about the neck (7).
The towel (6) is bunched and gathered at the body's contact (7)
rendering it too bulky to be fashionable or functional when
worn.
[0049] FIG. 2a is a back view of the garment shown in FIG. 1a. The
surface of fabric at the medial portion (9) is substantially less
compared to the standard towel (6) shown in FIG. 2b. The sparseness
of fabric about the neck allows the user to wear additional
articles of clothing such as a jacket, coat, robe, or other similar
article.
[0050] FIG. 2b is a back view of the standard towel (6) shown in
FIG. 1b. FIG. 2b illustrates the bulkiness (10) of the standard
towel (6) when worn at or about the neck.
[0051] FIGS. 3-9 and 11 show various embodiments of the present
invention which may be used in various ways, including a scarf,
sport towel, pareo, poncho, skirt, camisole, sarong, halter top or
any other body wrap. Specifically, each of these figures show a
garment of the present invention comprising first and second
sections (12 and 13, respectively) of substantially equal size. The
sections are arranged on opposite sides of a vertex (14) or
separated vertex (14a) which join the first and second sections (12
and 13). The vertex is at a fixed point situated generally along a
first direction (62). The medial portion (16) of the garment is
situated at the area of the vertex (14) and generally extends along
the first direction (62) between the proximal portions (11) of the
first and second sections (12 and 13). The ends (15a) of the distal
portions (15) of the first and second sections (12 and 13) furthest
away from the vertex (14 or 14a) may extend generally in a
direction perpendicular to the first direction (62). The shape of
these ends (15a) may be elliptic (63a), cheveroned (63c) or
straight. The distal portions (15) of the first and second sections
(12 and 13) have greater fabric surface than the medial portion
(16) of the garment. When the garment is draped around an area of
the body, the first and second sections (12 and 13) form a
generally collapsed cone-shaped configuration (16a).
[0052] FIGS. 3a-3d show various embodiments of the present
inventions having a variety of uses. FIG. 3a shows the present
invention having conic first and second sections. This
configuration may be suitable use as a hat, scarf or sporting
towel. FIG. 3b is an embodiment of the present invention comprising
planar first and second sections (12 and 13) collapsing to form a
cone-shape configuration when the garment is hung or worn. In FIG.
3b, the altitude of the first and second sections (12 and 13)
equals zero. Also, the first and second sections (12 and 13)
intersect at the bases (17) of an elongated tube (18). The
elongated tube (18) imparts sparse fabric surface at body contact
and further serves to separate the more voluminous first and second
sections (12 and 13).
[0053] FIG. 3c shows the present invention with a vertex (14).
Here, the vertex is truncated. The truncated vertex provides more
fabric surface at the point of body contact. Another benefit of
this embodiment is the larger base (19) of the first and second
sections (12 and 13). FIG. 3d shows the present invention with an
elliptical base (20) and a vertex (14) which is truncated. The
elliptical base (20) allows the fabric surface to be reduced along
the length of the first and second sections. Also, the elliptical
base (20) configuration reduces the weight and absorbent surface of
the first and second sections (12 and 13). The elliptical base
enhances the drape of these sections.
[0054] FIGS. 4a and 4b show a side and bottom view, respectively,
of an embodiment of the present invention. Specifically, these
figures show an elliptical base (20) with a vertex (14) which is
truncated. The seams (21) are also shown.
[0055] FIG. 5a shows an embodiment of the present invention having
high fabric surface at the first and second sections (12 and 13).
This embodiment has a vertex (14) which is truncated. High fabric
surface at the distal portions (15) of the first and second
sections (12 and 13) provides greater absorbent surface area when
the garment is worn. FIG. 5b shows first and second sections (12
and 13) with low fabric surface, and vertex (14) which is
truncated. This configuration is ideal for smaller users or where
less absorbent surface is required. FIGS. 5c and 5d show an
embodiment of the present invention with pockets. In FIG. 5c, first
and second sections (12 and 13) are connected on opposite sides of
a truncated vertex (14). Disk (24) is affixed to the interior of
each of the distal portions (15) of the first and second sections
(12 and 13) forming a pocket. The opening of the pocket (25) is
located at or near the disk (24). The size of the pocket opening is
sufficient to accommodate at least one hand placing and removing
objects from the pocket area. FIG. 5d shows first and second
sections (12 and 13) with low fabric surface and a truncated vertex
(14). Attached to the opening (26) is a pouch pocket (27) .
[0056] FIGS. 6a-6b show embodiments of the present invention having
a collar (28) around the medial portion (16). This configuration
results in a garment of considerable medial strength and
substantial fabric surface at the medial portion (16) . The
advantage of high fabric surface is greater absorbency, which
renders this embodiment of the present invention suitable for use
during strenuous athletic activities. FIGS. 6c and 6d show an
embodiment of the present invention having a separated vertex
(14a). The fabric surface created at medial portions (16) of first
and second sections (12 and 13) is less than that of FIGS. 6a and
6b. The advantages of separated vertices is that the fabric surface
remains static through the medial portion of the garment. And the
areas of higher fabric surface are situated further down from the
point of body contact.
[0057] FIGS. 7a-7d illustrate various embodiments of the present
invention having first and second sections (12 and 13) which are
planar. Here, the shape of the area of the vertex affects the drape
and base configuration of the present invention when worn. For
instance, the embodiment of FIG. 7a shows the area of the vertex in
the shape of a square (41). This positions the vertex such that the
first and second sections (12 and 13) become four-sided pyramids
when the garment is worn. The embodiment of FIG. 7b shows the area
of the vertex in the shape of a circle (42). This positions the
vertex such that the first and second sections become conic when
the garment is worn. The embodiment of FIG. 7c shows the area of
the vertex in the shape of a rectangle (43). This produces a
truncated vertex and positions the vertex such that the first and
second sections become conic when the garment is worn. In FIG. 7d,
an elongated tube (44) connects planar first and second sections
(12 and 13), wherein first and second sections form a collapsed
cone when the garment is worn. The elongated tube (44) separates
high fabric surface away from the point of contact. The elongated
tube (44) may have open or closed ends. In regards to planar
construction, the shape of the planes may take any form, such as,
for example, square, circular, rectangular, triangular or any other
polygon.
[0058] FIGS. 8a-8d show the embodiment of FIG. 7d configured as a
poncho. In FIG. 8a and 8b, a short elongate (18) produces a low
collar (48) when both planar first and second sections (12 and 13)
are superimposed. FIG. 8c and 8d show two planar sections (12 and
13) intersected by an elongate (18). The elongated tube (44) moves
the high fabric area further from body contact point to provide a
hood. This embodiment may be used to create body wraps, pareo's,
ponchos, beach towels and tunics of unique design as illustrated in
FIGS. 11a-11d. For example, when the elongated tube (18) is of
adequate diameter for insertion and removal over the wearer's head,
the embodiment may be used as a poncho. In such a case, a short
tube may create a collar (48) or a long tube may create a hood or
head covering (47). The poncho may further comprise wind and water
resistant fabric on the outer surface and an absorbent or
insulating fabric on the garment's interior.
[0059] FIG. 9a shows an embodiment of the present invention having
three-sided pyramidal first and second sections (50a-50c). FIG. 9b
shows an embodiment of the present invention having four-sided
pyramidal first and second sections (51a-51d).
[0060] FIG. 10a shows a method of making the present invention
having conic sections whereby opposing corners of two squares (31a
and 31b) are folded in half to form two triangles (32a and 32b). A
non-hypotenuse side of each triangle is sewn (33a and 33b) to form
conic sections (34a and 34b). Conic sections (34a and 34b) are then
attached at the vertex (35). When the solid area (36) is removed,
it creates a flat base cone. If the solid area is not removed, it
creates a an elliptical base.
[0061] FIG. 10b shows another method of making the present
invention having pyramidal sections. Here, triangular pieces of
fabric (36a and 36b) are joined at vertices (37a and 37b) forming
panel (38a). Triangular pieces of fabric 36c and 36d are joined at
vertices 37c and 37d forming panel (38b). Panels 38a and 38b are
joined along their respective side axis 39a and 39b to form a cone.
The same method may also be employed using additional panels to
create 3 or 4 sided pyramidal first and second sections.
Alternatively, the step of making the panels using triangular
pieces of fabric may be omitted and cone-shaped panels without
center seams may be used.
[0062] FIG. 10c shows another method of making the present
invention having planar first and second sections (12 and 13). In
making this embodiment, at least two pieces of fabric (52a and 52b)
are folded into a diamond shape having corners (53) at the area
where the fabric is folded (54). As used herein, the term "diamond
shape" includes a square, rectangle, rhombus or any other
parallelogram. At least two folded pieces of fabric are then
connected to each other at their respective corners (53) by a
fastening means (55). When the resulting garment is worn, the first
and second sections (12 and 13) form a collapsed cone-shaped
configuration.
[0063] FIGS. 11a-11d illustrate examples of the various
configurations of the present invention. FIG. 11a shows the
embodiment of FIG. 10c having fasteners (64) along at least one
edge of the garment. FIG. 11b shows the embodiment of FIG. 11a with
fasteners (64) attaching first and second sections (12 and 13).
FIG. 11c shows the embodiment of FIG. 11b with outer edges (65)
fastened together. The embodiment of FIG. 11c may be used as a
chair cover (FIG. 11e), seat cushion, poncho or camisole (FIG.
11f). FIG. 11d shows the embodiment of FIG. 11a wherein both first
and second sections (12 and 13) are unfurled to form a two
dimensional piece of fabric having various uses, including a beach
towel, poncho, pareo, picnic blanket or table cover. FIG. 11g shows
the embodiment of FIG. 11b used as a halter top. Here, the vertex
of the garment (14) is situated at or about the center of the
wearers back. The unattached folded corners of the garment (65) are
tied across the wearer's sternum (66). Fasteners (64) may be placed
along the edge of the garment. FIG. 11h shows the embodiment of
FIG. 11a used as a pareo. Here, the vertex of the garment (14) is
situated at the wearer's hip and the unattached folded corners (68)
of the outer edges (65) are tied over the opposing hip.
[0064] These and other features and objects of the present garment
will be more fully understood in light of the specification.
Further, the invention illustratively disclosed herein suitably
might be practiced in the absence of any element which is not
specifically disclosed herein. Further, it should be understood
that the specifically disclosed embodiments are exemplary in nature
and are not to be construed as limiting the scope of the invention,
as set forth in the appended claims.
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