U.S. patent application number 12/284526 was filed with the patent office on 2009-04-02 for transferable purse and bag system.
Invention is credited to Stephanie Ranae Dean-Perry.
Application Number | 20090084475 12/284526 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 40506840 |
Filed Date | 2009-04-02 |
United States Patent
Application |
20090084475 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Dean-Perry; Stephanie
Ranae |
April 2, 2009 |
Transferable purse and bag system
Abstract
A purse and bag assembly is provided which allows the transfer
of all personal effects at once, thereby maintaining preferred
organization and allowing simple conversion into a variety of
styles, configurations and functions. Specifically, a compartment
which functions as one of a purse or interior liner
interchangeably. As an interior liner, outer members comprise a
plurality of purses and bags which are conventional in that they
provide a method for carrying and a method to close and conceal
personal contents. As an interior liner, magnetic fasteners keep
items from going between it and the outer member, although, items
may be consciously placed between the interior liner and outer
member to keep them from apparent view. Finally, the transferable
interior liner converts into a purse by way of a permanently
affixed shoulder strap and flap enclosure.
Inventors: |
Dean-Perry; Stephanie Ranae;
(Cottonwood Heights, UT) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Stephanie Dean-Peny
8412 S. Top of the World Dr.
Cottonwood Heights
UT
84121
US
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Family ID: |
40506840 |
Appl. No.: |
12/284526 |
Filed: |
September 23, 2008 |
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60976661 |
Oct 1, 2007 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
150/107 ;
150/111; 150/113; 150/118; 150/129; 383/111 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45C 1/024 20130101;
A45C 3/08 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
150/107 ;
150/111; 150/113; 150/118; 150/129; 383/111 |
International
Class: |
A45C 13/26 20060101
A45C013/26; A45C 1/00 20060101 A45C001/00; A45C 1/02 20060101
A45C001/02; A45C 13/10 20060101 A45C013/10; A45C 3/06 20060101
A45C003/06; B65D 30/08 20060101 B65D030/08 |
Claims
1. A Transferable Purse and Bag System, comprising: a) a
compartment built to contain all of one's personal effects. This
compartment enables the organization and keeping of one's personal
effects. To facilitate the transport of one's personal effects,
this compartment may be used independently as a purse or in
conjunction with an outer covering. To facilitate the transfer of
the compartment when it is used in conjunction with an outer
covering, the compartment is said to utilize light weight forming
material to give the body upright stability and an unslouched
posture.
2. The Transferable Purse and Bag System according to claim 1,
wherein said compartment may be used independently as a purse: a)
and may be carried via a single strap which is permanently affixed
and may be adjustable or fixed in length. b) which comprises a
closing mechanism in the form of a flap for containing and securing
personal effects. The flap may be free of or accompanied by a
method to fasten the flap enclosure to the pertinent outer wall of
the body of the compartment.
3. The Transferable Purse and Bag System according to claim 1,
wherein: a) the compartment is used in conjunction with an outer
covering and serves as a means to transport all personal effects
from one style of outer covering to another. b) the exterior
fabrication of the compartment is one of at least a natural fiber
or man-made fiber which facilitates its insertion into an outer
covering. c) the exterior fabrication of claim 3b will not
interfere with the proper function of connecting magnets located at
top and near the opening of the compartment. d) the magnetic pull
of the magnets in claim 3c are facing the exterior of the
compartment and are located along nearly the fill length of each of
the two long sides. e) the magnets claimed in 3d attach to a
compatible set of magnets located within an interior pouch designed
to provide a close fit and is at least one of the purposes or
configurations of all outer coverings. f) The magnets of each of
the compartment and an outer covering are compatible alternately,
front to back and front to front, and are designed to align and
join along either of the two long ends in such a way as to create
one cohesive bag. g) the compartment claims a mechanical and
functional relationship between itself and an outer covering as
also claimed. h) outer coverings may be described as either one of
a back pack, messenger bag, duffle bag, diaper bag, travel bag,
tote bag, beach bag, brief case, gym bag, case, or purses of
varying types and classification. i) the outer covering of claim h,
wherein the covering comprises at least one strap, a set of straps,
a handle, set of handles or a conventional method of carrying.
4. The Transferable Purse and Bag System according to claim 3,
wherein: a) the magnetic attachments bond the inner compartment and
outer covering so that items are not lost or inadvertently placed
in the space between the two parts, unless: b) the space claimed in
4a is considered an advantage or a marketable feature within which
items requiring a secret placement for additional security from
theft may be consciously placed. The space may be formally the
interior of a pocket. Or the space may be informally the remainder
of area which has no apparent or conventional definition in the
scope of purses and bags.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional
Patent Application No. 60/976,661, entitled "Transferable Personal
Luggage System" which is incorporated by reference herein.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates generally to the ability to
carry one's personal effects under varying conditions and
circumstances. More specifically it relates to the ability to
transfer all personal effects, at once, by lifting out a removable
compartment which is common to a system of purses and bags,
referred hereafter as outer coverings. Furthermore, this
compartment converts into a stylish purse which can be carried on
it's own when an outer covering is not available or desired. The
compartment keeps all contents in their preferred organization and
it magnetically seals to all outer coverings to keep miscellaneous
items from going between the two parts. However, the user may elect
to put items between the compartment and the outer covering to
intentionally conceal them within a secret space.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0003] The present invention relates to one's daily, personal
effects and how they are transported within varying styles of
purses or task bags such as, back packs, messenger bags,
briefcases, beach totes, travel bags, gym bags, diaper bags, and
duffle bags. The diversified roles and style preferences of modern
women requires a practical and efficient solution for carrying all
personal effects within varying types and styles of bags.
[0004] Purses are used to carry a variety of personal effects such
as keys, identification cards, credit cards, cash, cell phones,
eyewear, medications and makeup. The entire contents of the purse
are considered essential to a person's daily life, though the type
of purse or bag one carries through out the day will often vary.
Thus, the ability to meet fashion or function needs through a
variety of purse styles as well as meet lifestyle needs through a
variety of bag styles like briefcases or diaper bags is
beneficial.
[0005] Purses are used as a fashion accessory and are often
selected to coordinate with an outfit or occasion. Purses can be
selected based on their utility or appropriateness such as a purse
chosen for a casual outdoor activity versus a formal occasion. When
switching from one purse or bag to another, the user is required to
transfer each, individual item to the next desired style. This
process is time consuming, burdensome and may not result in the
same organization of contents, making the search for a given item a
constant challenge. The transfer process may also result in some
items being left behind or lost. Thus, a system is needed which
allows the user to quickly and efficiently transfer, in one step,
all personal effects from one purse or bag to another.
[0006] Additionally, the contents of a purse are often convenient
or necessary to keep on one's person during one's work day, while
caring for an infant, traveling, attending classes, or working out;
however, the desire to satisfy a certain purse aesthetic is a
secondary consideration to the bag required for the aforementioned
activities. Thus, what is needed is a system that enables the use
of a task bag, such as a briefcase, diaper bag, travel bag, back
pack or duffel bag which eliminates the need to carry a separate
purse. Equally important, what is needed is the ability to later
carry personal effects on their own when the larger task bag is no
longer needed. The present invention simplifies ordinary, yet
potentially complicated, daily situations like the described
because it may be formed into a transferable compartment or an
independent purse.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRIOR ART
[0007] Due to the range of personal interests, daily tasks and
aesthetic preferences of modern women, the development of an
interchangeable purse or transferable purse lining exist in the
prior art. However, none of these concepts relates to a
transferable unit which is common to a full range of purse styles
and task bags. Prior art does not describe a transferable insert
having magnetic strips on the long sides which marry with another
set of magnetic strips on all outer bags to connect the two parts
cohesively. Prior art does not describe the conversion of a
transferable liner into a fully functioning purse of its own via
unique construction features. Said features of the present
invention are a permanently attached shoulder strap which may be
positioned according to intended use as either a purse or a
transferable compartment. Another said feature is a closure flap
which may be positioned according to intended use as either a purse
or a transferable compartment. Thus, the present invention offers a
complete lifestyle system in the form of a: 1) transferable
compartment common to a variety of purses and bags, which, 2)
cohesively integrate through the magnetic joining of the
compartment and a chosen outer covering, and which 3) the
compartment converts into an independent purse.
[0008] U.S. Pat. No. 6,820,664 issued to Ritch; U.S. Pat. No.
7,028,730 issued to Pace & McFadden; U.S. Pat. No. 6,003,573
issued to Owens; U.S. Pat. No. 6,382,280 issued to Sands; U.S. Pat.
No. 7,246,643 issued to Andrews; U.S. Pat. No. 6,543,499 issued to
McCreery; U.S. Pat. No. 6,237,660 issued to Giardino; and U.S. Pat.
No. 5,207,254 issued to Fromm all demonstrate handbags that allow
the outer portion of a bag to be changed to meet the aesthetic
desires of the user. While it is the objective of the present
invention to function similarly, the aforementioned may be limited
in their aesthetic design, size, additional carrying capacity, and
versatility. Furthermore, none describe the ability to integrate
personal effects into bags other than purses such as brief cases,
diaper bags, etc. Amongst these prior art examples, it is observed
that certain of the attaching mechanisms are potentially
mechanically difficult for some users such as (circumference
zippers) or hook and loop attachments. Also some describe
attachments of an outer covering to an interior unit by way of
Velcro which has the potential to wear quickly with repeated use.
U.S. Pat. No. 6,394,157 issued to Luna describes a transferable
liner for use in purses, back packs, brief cases, etc. This
invention allows only the transfer of certain selected personal
effects which are contained within the embodiment of the invention.
Conversely, the present invention enables the transfer of all
personal effects given that all such items are typically essential
or preferred.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0009] It is the objective of the present invention to eliminate
the recurring task of editing one's personal effects due to the
inconvenience or burden of carrying multiple bags or due to the
desire to carry a specific fashion or function of bag as prescribed
by varying life situations. The present invention is a detachable
compartment, common to a range of outer covering styles, which
provides quick and easy transfer of all personal effects at
once.
[0010] It is the objective of the present invention to connect
magnetically within all outer purses and bags of the system. This
feature creates one cohesive bag; the benefit of which keeps
miscellaneous items from getting lost between the two parts.
However, the space between the two parts can be consciously
utilized as a secret compartment for selected items requiring
security from theft. An additional objective of the magnetic seals
is to be quick and user friendly. Testing of prototypes conclude
that the magnets will typically find each other and connect on
their own once the present invention is placed within a host bag
with correlating magnets. There is no additional time or potential
frustration associated with connecting the parts. Incidentally,
there are several transferable liners available at retail
currently. They are intended for use in any, common market, open
cavern, style purse for the transfer of all personal effects. The
present invention can be used in this manner. While the fit may not
be as tailored and the inserted compartment will not seal
magnetically to other brand purses and bags, the user will still
benefit from the greater versatility and value that the present
invention will afford her as she can use her existing inventory of
purses and bags.
[0011] A further objective of the invention is to enable its
conversion into a fashionable purse which can be used alone,
without an outer covering to accompany it. This feature is of
particular use when the insert containing one's personal effects
has been carried within a larger task bag such as a brief case.
Should the larger bag no longer be needed, yet an outer purse style
is not in the user's possession, she can extract the present
invention from the briefcase, remove a flap closure from a
specially designed pocket to cover her personal contents and unwrap
the shoulder strap from around the body of the present invention.
This function may become beneficial in instances where additional
items have been collected throughout the day which require a
sensible method to carry them. Since all outer coverings can be
used independent of the present invention within, the user might
remove the present invention from its outer covering, convert it
into a purse and free that now hollow area of the outer covering to
carry additional items.
[0012] Another objective of the invention is to enable users to
diversify the size, shape, color, pattern, style, feel and function
of their purse and task bag collections. Given the varying roles
and style desires of women, a cost effective and efficient solution
is provided by the present invention. The objective of the
invention is to claim a relationship between itself and the many
styles of outer purses and bags with which it coordinates. While
the outer styles will vary by season, fabrication, purpose, and for
numerous design considerations, the mechanism to attach the
invention to its outer part must be constant and consistent. The
tailored fit and specifically designed pouch that hosts the present
invention must be constant and consistent.
[0013] Therefore, a final objective of the present invention is one
which provides a common and unifying compartment for use on its own
or with compatible outer coverings so that diversified roles and
varying style considerations may be resolved quickly, easily,
economically and practically. The present invention and its
evolving assortment of companion outer purses and bags are a
reflection of the user's lifestyle through a cohesive and mutually
supporting array of individual products.
[0014] These and other features and advantages of the present
invention will become more fully apparent from the following
description and appended claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] In order to more readily understand the described use and
versatility of the invention, specific embodiments are illustrated
in the appended drawings. These drawings only depict typical
embodiments of the invention and are not to be considered the
limited scope of the invention.
[0016] FIG. 1A depicts one of the long sides of the present
invention. The illustration demonstrates a shoulder strap wrapped
around the body and a closure flap tucked within a pocket as each
of the strap and flap would need to be situated when the intended
use of the present invention is that of a transferable compartment
which lines the interior of a companion outer covering. This
illustration also depicts the location of one of the magnetic
connecting strips. It should be understood that the opposite long
side of the compartment, not shown but denoted by number, has a
magnet in the same area and of the same dimensions.
[0017] FIG. 1B depicts the opposite long side of the present
invention as it would appear when the closure flap has been
extracted from the other long side pocket and draped over the
opening. Also, the shoulder strap has been unwrapped from around
the two short sides and base of the body. This configuration
renders the unit ready for use as a purse.
[0018] FIG. 2 depicts the present invention in the form of a
transferable compartment. Arrows indicate where the same liner may
be extracted and then placed within different outer coverings;
therefore defining the present invention as detachable, removable
and transferable to a desired outer covering. The illustrations
also indicate the magnetic joining of the present invention with a
compatible outer covering.
[0019] FIG. 3 depicts a cross section of the present invention
within an outer covering. The cross section illustrates how the
space between the inner compartment and outer covering may be
utilized as a secret compartment since that area is concealed at
the top by the magnetic strips and is therefore not readily
apparent by view or by definition.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0020] The attached, illustrated embodiments of the present
invention will be best understood by reference, wherein numbers
coincide with a description. It will be readily understood that the
physical dimensions and functional attributes of the present
invention will be consistent as they must be compatible with the
outer coverings. It follows, then, that any interior pouch,
designed to contain the present invention, will be consistent so
that the fit will be snug and functionally accurate. It will also
be understood that other physical dimensions, not pertaining to the
close fit of the present invention, may be designed to a variety of
specifications. Exterior features may appear in a variety of
configurations. Furthermore, the interior organizational features
of the present invention may be arranged in a wide variety of
configurations. Thus the following, more detailed description, as
represented in the figures is not intended to limit the scope of
the invention as claimed, but is merely representative of some of
the presently preferred embodiments.
[0021] Referring now to FIG. 1A; one of the two long side views of
the present invention in the form and function of a transferable
compartment and personal effects organizer, generally designated
10a. The interior, organizational features (not shown) of the
present invention 10a may be arranged in a wide variety of
configurations including, but not limited to, credit card slots,
zippered pockets, open mouthed pockets, pen holders, key ring
holder or removable pouches. These and other design determinations
may vary as trend and consumer relations require. The preferred
structure of the present invention 10a includes a light weight
forming material to provide an upright, not slouched posture, ideal
for inserting and extracting it from one style of outer covering to
another. Exterior fabrications of 10a may vary in pattern, color,
texture or other design preferences so that its alternate
configuration as a purse, generally designated in FIG. 2 as 10b can
meet aesthetic preferences. However, the preferred exterior
fabrication of the present invention would lend itself to a smooth
transition from one outer covering to another.
[0022] Referring back to FIG. 1A, the present invention features a
shoulder strap 12, which is permanently affixed to the body of the
compartment 10a. The strap wraps snuggly around the body 10a, down
each of the two shorter exterior side walls and along the base. In
this manner, the shoulder strap 12 is effectively out of the way
and will not impede on the quick and easy transfer of the
compartment when its intended use is that of a liner within a
specified pouch of an outer covering. As a permanently affixed
feature, strap 12 is ensured to be available when the present
invention's desired use changes to that of a purse shown as 10b in
FIG. 1B. It is understood that the manner which the strap is
affixed may vary and the ability of the strap to adjust or remain a
set length may vary.
[0023] Referring to FIG. 1A and FIG. 1B alternately, the present
invention features a flap 16 which tucks into a pocket 14, thereby
creating a smooth and flush outer wall to enable the quick and easy
transfer of the present invention as it pertains to a lining for a
variety of outer coverings. When the desired use of FIG. 1A changes
to that of FIG. 1B, the flap 16 may be pulled from pocket 14,
draped over the open mouth of the present invention and affixed to
opposite long side wall 19 to fasten, conceal and contain the
personal effects within. It is understood that the general shape of
the closure flap 16 may vary according to design preference. It is
also understood that the method of affixing the flap 16 to wall 19
may vary according to design preference and is not limited to the
centered snap depicted in FIG. 1B.
[0024] Referring again to FIG. 1A, the present invention is able to
connect to all outer coverings where a specifically designed pouch
with a tailored fit and precise placement of connecting magnets are
featured. These connecting magnets, as they pertain to the present
invention, are sewn within channels 18 shown and 19 not shown but
denoted. The channels containing the magnets are near the opening
of the present invention and along the length of each of the two
long sides. Each magnetic strip 18 and 19 is sandwiched between the
preferred exterior fabrication and the preferred interior lining
materials. Each channel 18 and 19 is constructed in a manner that
will maintain each magnet in its ideal position.
[0025] Referring to FIG. 2, channels and magnets 20 and 21 are
ideally constructed and positioned within the interior, long side
walls of each of the outer coverings only where the present
invention is intended to fit. Magnetic strips 20 and 21 are
sandwiched between the preferred exterior fabrication and the
preferred interior lining material.
[0026] Referring again to FIG. 2, the preferred fabrication of the
exterior of 10a and the preferred interior lining fabrication of
outer coverings 26, 28 and 30, will enable and not impede on the
function of the magnets. Therefore, in spite of there being two
layers of fabric between the magnets, still magnet 18 shown will
connect to magnet 20 shown and magnet 19 will connect with 21, both
of which are not shown but denoted by number and reasonably
implied. The illustrated and described connecting magnets are not
limited to these configurations. Hence, it is important to note,
for ease of use, that the present invention 10a may be inserted so
that magnet 18 joins with 20 or 21 and magnet 19 joins with 20 or
21. Thus, both 10a magnets and both of all outer covering magnets
are alternately compatible, front to back or front to front.
[0027] Referring again to FIG. 2, depicts the present invention as
it relates to a variety of outer purses and bags. The form of the
present invention is that of 10a and is intended for use as an
organizer of one's personal effects within. Another intended use in
this form is as a detach-able, removable and transferable liner to
be inserted into a plurality of purses and bags. The aforementioned
uses make the selection of the preferred fashion or functional
outer covering a more practical and time saving endeavor.
[0028] FIG. 2 illustrations depict only a sampling of the outer
coverings that may be constructed to contain the present invention
10a. It is understood that outer coverings may be constructed in a
variety of configurations and forms with a multitude of pockets,
hardware, design elements, fabrications and functions according to
a variety of fashion and purposeful considerations. Examples may
be, but are not limited to, an embodiment constructed of canvas,
nylon, microfiber, leather, PVC, linen, silk, corduroy or any
combination of natural or synthetic materials. A plurality of
colors, materials, print themes, designs or textures may be used so
as to coincide with fashion trends, holidays, special occasions,
other fashion accessories or utilitarian considerations. Each outer
covering may be selected at the discretion of the user to best
enhance style or special purpose needs. For example, one covering
28 might best coordinate with an outfit while another covering
might best facilitate the transport of books 26 or baby items 30 in
conjunction with the transport of the user's personal effects.
[0029] Referring to FIG. 3, the space that is created between outer
covering 32 and the present invention 10a, may be utilized for the
safe keeping of certain items. The existence of this space is not
readily apparent or open to view by virtue of the magnetic
connections 18 to 20 and 19 to 21. Therefore it might be chosen to
contain such valuables as a passport, additional money or
traveler's checks. The user may choose to store such items loosely
in the space marked 22. Or the user might elect to share pocket 14
containing flap 16 and tuck items 24 into said pocket 14. It is
understood that additional pockets may be added to the short ends
or opposite long end of the present invention to facilitate this
use. And additional pockets may be added to the interior of any
outer covering to facilitate this use. Neither of the additions
would interfere with the other uses and functions of the present
invention or outer coverings. All options effectively render the
disguise, yet are easily accessed by the user since the magnets may
be quietly and easily separated while keeping compartment 10a in
position.
[0030] The present invention may be embodied in other specific
forms without departing from its structures, methods, or other
essential characteristics as described herein and claimed
hereinafter. All described and illustrated embodiments are to be
considered in all respects only as illustrative and not
restrictive. Now having described and disclosed the present
invention and alternately preferred embodiments in such a way that
those skilled in the art to understand and practice the same, see
claims beginning page 12.
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