U.S. patent application number 10/914377 was filed with the patent office on 2006-02-09 for interchangeable handbag design method.
Invention is credited to Tiffany Persic.
Application Number | 20060027292 10/914377 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 35756256 |
Filed Date | 2006-02-09 |
United States Patent
Application |
20060027292 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Persic; Tiffany |
February 9, 2006 |
Interchangeable handbag design method
Abstract
A method is disclosed for varying the design appearance of a
manually carried handbag using a handbag with an exterior pocket
formed between the handbag's outer surface and a transparent outer
sheet. Any number of display sheet inserts, custom designed by the
individual user, can be generated by, for example, computer and
printed out for insertion into the pocket. By means of these
interchangeable, display sheet inserts, the design, color and
design style of a single handbag can be easily and simply changed,
based on the individual taste and preference of the user. Matching
display sheet inserts can also be used with other accessories like
bracelets and purses.
Inventors: |
Persic; Tiffany; (Delian,
NJ) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Hollstein Keating Cattell Johnson & Goldstein P.C.;Willow Ridge Executive
Office Park
Suite 301
750 Route 73 South
Marlton
NJ
08053
US
|
Family ID: |
35756256 |
Appl. No.: |
10/914377 |
Filed: |
August 9, 2004 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
150/105 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45C 13/08 20130101;
A45C 5/06 20130101; A45C 2200/10 20130101; A45C 3/08 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
150/105 |
International
Class: |
A45C 13/40 20060101
A45C013/40; A45C 13/08 20060101 A45C013/08 |
Claims
1. A method for varying the design appearance of a manually carried
handbag, the method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a
handbag with a transparent outer pocket with a closeable opening at
its upper edge; (b) providing a plurality of different handbag
display sheet inserts, each display sheet insert having a different
design; (c) inserting one of the plurality of display sheet inserts
into the opening, such that the handbag displays the design of the
display sheet insert through the transparent outer pocket; (d)
inserting a second of the plurality of handbag display sheet
inserts into the opening, such that the handbag displays the design
of the second of the plurality of display sheet inserts through the
transparent outer pocket; and (e) continuing to vary the handbag
design by alternately inserting different handbag display sheet
inserts into the outer pocket such that the handbag displays the
design of each inserted display sheet insert through the
transparent outer pocket.
2. The method as in claim 1 comprising the further step of custom
designing the plurality of different handbag display sheet inserts
on a personal computer and then printing the display sheet inserts
for insertion into the opening.
3. The method as in claim 1 comprising the further step of removing
the display sheet inserts which are not being displayed from the
opening.
4. The method as in claim 1 comprising the further step of closing
the outer pocket opening after inserting a display sheet
insert.
5. The method as in claim 1 comprising the further step of
providing loop means on the handbag to accept design accessories.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] Accessorizing to fit numerous different wardrobes can be an
expensive and time consuming task. This is especially true when
selecting the proper handbag to fit a given outfit or style of
dress. The wearer often finds it necessary to search for and
purchase many handbags, of differing color and style, in order to
coordinate an outfit or to satisfy different design preferences.
There has never been a product which allows the wearer to simply
purchase a single handbag which can be used with many styles and
color of dress and which also corresponds to the exact taste and
preference of the wearer.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0002] It is therefore the object of the present invention to
overcome the disadvantages, limitations, and expense of having to
search for and purchase numerous handbags and matching
accessories.
[0003] It is thus the object of the present invention to provide an
interchangeable handbag design method which allows the use of a
single handbag with a variety of designs.
[0004] It is another object of the present invention to provide an
interchangeable handbag design method which permits the user to
design handbags with the design, color and design style of
choice.
[0005] It is a further object of the present invention to provide
an interchangeable handbag design method which allows the user to
simply and easily change a handbag's design, color and styles.
[0006] It is still a further object of the present invention to
provide an interchangeable handbag design method which provides for
a variety of interchangeable display sheet inserts, which can be
readily generated for use with a single handbag.
[0007] It is another object of the present invention to provide an
interchangeable handbag design method which allows the user to
select and customize a handbag with an infinite number of design
possibilities.
[0008] It is still another object of the present invention to
provide an interchangeable handbag design method which affords
great versatility to the user in transforming the design, color,
and design styles of a single handbag.
[0009] It is another object of the present invention to provide an
interchangeable handbag design method which allows the user to
easily, simply, and interchangeably match the design of a handbag
to other personal accessories.
[0010] These and other objections are accomplished by the present
invention, a method for varying the design appearance of a manually
carried handbag using a handbag with an exterior pocket formed
between the handbag's outer surface and a transparent outer sheet.
Any number of display sheet inserts, custom designed by the
individual user, can be generated by, for example, computer and
printed out for insertion into the pocket. By means of these
interchangeable, display sheet inserts, the design, color and
design style of a single handbag can be easily and simply changed,
based on the individual taste and preference of the user. Matching
display sheet inserts can also be used with other accessories like
bracelets and purses.
[0011] Novel features which are considered as characteristic of the
invention are set forth in particular in the dependent claims. The
invention, itself, however, both as to its design, construction and
use, together with the additional features and advantages thereof,
are best understood upon review of the following detailed
description with reference to the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] FIG. 1 is a view of the handbag with the display sheet
insert of the present invention about to be positioned on the
outside of the handbag.
[0013] FIG. 2 is a view of the handbag with the display sheet
insert of the present invention partially positioned on the outside
of the handbag.
[0014] FIG. 3 is a view of the handbag it the display sheet insert
of the present invention fully positioned on the outside of the
handbag.
[0015] FIG. 4 is a representation of the manner of conception to
use of the display sheet insert of the present invention.
[0016] FIG. 5 shows the display sheet insert of the present
invention used with a bracelet.
[0017] FIG. 6 shows the display sheet insert of the present
invention used with a purse.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0018] Handbag 1 comprises receptacle section 2 with handles 4 and
5. Outer pocket 6 of handbag 1 is formed between the outer surface
of handbag 2 and transparent sheet 8. Sheet 8 can be made of
flexible plastic or similar material and is sewed, glued, or
otherwise secured to side edges 9 and 11 and bottom edge 10 of the
handbag. The top edge of sheet 8 is left unsecured to the upper
edge of handbag 2, so as to form opening 12 at that location.
Transparent flap 14 is provided and folds over opening 12, thus
closing the opening. Loops 16 and 18 are secured to the side of
handbag 1 and are configured to receive scarf 20, elongated handbag
accessories, or even a long stem flower.
[0019] Display sheet insert 22, which may be of rigid paper,
cardboard, or similar material, exhibits a custom designed pattern.
Display sheet insert 22 is inserted into pocket 6, via opening 12,
resulting in handbag 1 displaying the design of the display sheet
insert. Flap 14 is folded down over sheet 8 to maintain display
sheet 22 within pocket 6. See FIGS. 2 and 3.
[0020] It is anticipated that users will custom design their own
patterns and then generate any number of display sheet inserts. For
example, as shown in FIG. 4, a user can use a personal computer 24
to design a specific pattern, or display different patterns
contained on a compact disc 26. The pattern is printed out on
printer 28, resulting in display sheet insert 22.
[0021] An infinite number of display sheet inserts, each with
different, custom designed patterns, can be generated. When the
design, color, design style, etc. of handbag 1 needs to be changed,
the user simply opens flap 14 and inserts a different display sheet
over the display sheet already in pocket 6. Display sheet inserts
which are not being displayed can either remain in or be removed
from pocket 6.
[0022] Thus, by this invention, the user can select and customize
handbag designs of choice and preference. And, of course, there is
great versatility, since the user can design and generate an
infinite number of display sheet inserts, each with different
patterns and designs, such that the look of the handbag can quickly
and easily be changed.
[0023] It is also contemplated that the user can generate different
sized display sheet inserts for other accessories, such as bracelet
30 with section 32 containing matching display sheet insert 34, or
purse 36 with section 38 containing matching display sheet insert
40. In this manner, accessories can each have matching patterns,
and each can be uniformly changed, as desired by the user. The user
can also continually design and generate new patterns and display
sheet inserts, as tastes and styles change.
[0024] This invention is further not to be considered restricted to
handbags used as pocketbooks or fashion accessories. It is
contemplated that the present invention can successfully be used
for a tote, shopping, diaper, or any similar type handbag where
different design looks are desired.
[0025] Certain novel features and components of this invention are
disclosed in detail in order to make the invention clear in at
least one form thereof. However, it is to be clearly understood
that the invention as disclosed is not necessarily limited to the
exact form and details as disclosed, since it is apparent that
various modifications and changes may be made without departing
from the spirit of the invention.
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