U.S. patent application number 15/956900 was filed with the patent office on 2018-11-01 for compact shoe comfort device.
The applicant listed for this patent is MELISSA MARICELA ARGUETA MORALES, Kajal P. Dalal, Pankaj Dalal, Surbhi P. Dalal. Invention is credited to MELISSA MARICELA ARGUETA MORALES, Kajal P. Dalal, Pankaj Dalal, Surbhi P. Dalal.
Application Number | 20180310668 15/956900 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 63916355 |
Filed Date | 2018-11-01 |
United States Patent
Application |
20180310668 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
ARGUETA MORALES; MELISSA MARICELA ;
et al. |
November 1, 2018 |
COMPACT SHOE COMFORT DEVICE
Abstract
The present invention comprises ornamental interchangeable
defensive comfort devices for high heeled shoes and low heeled
shoes. The defensive compact shoe comfort device has also a unique
glow in the dark components which can be included but not limiting
to in the bow section of the device making it completely different
from any defensive shoe device. The defensive compact shoe comfort
device has an elastic band which is used to secure the defensive
compact shoe comfort device to the high heel. The elastic band is
located at the bottom of the compact shoe comfort device. At the
center of the compact shoe comfort device is a decorative bow. The
compact shoe comfort device also provides a flap which is inserted
into the back of the shoe and keeps the compact shoe comfort
secured to the high heel shoe and the back of the foot with comfort
because of the gel strip that is attached to the flap of the
compact shoe comfort.
Inventors: |
ARGUETA MORALES; MELISSA
MARICELA; (El Salvador, SV) ; Dalal; Pankaj;
(South Ozone Park, NY) ; Dalal; Kajal P.; (South
Ozone Park, NY) ; Dalal; Surbhi P.; (South Ozone
Park, NY) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
ARGUETA MORALES; MELISSA MARICELA
Dalal; Pankaj
Dalal; Kajal P.
Dalal; Surbhi P. |
El Salvador
South Ozone Park
South Ozone Park
South Ozone Park |
NY
NY
NY |
SV
US
US
US |
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Family ID: |
63916355 |
Appl. No.: |
15/956900 |
Filed: |
April 19, 2018 |
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62492347 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
D05B 27/26 20130101;
A43B 23/07 20130101; D05D 2203/00 20130101; A43B 23/25 20130101;
A43B 3/10 20130101; A43B 3/24 20130101; D10B 2501/043 20130101;
A43B 23/30 20130101; A43B 21/24 20130101; D05D 2209/16 20130101;
A43B 23/24 20130101; D05D 2209/08 20130101; D05B 85/00 20130101;
A43C 13/00 20130101; D05B 15/02 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A43B 23/24 20060101
A43B023/24; A43B 23/25 20060101 A43B023/25; A43C 13/00 20060101
A43C013/00; A43B 23/07 20060101 A43B023/07; A43B 3/24 20060101
A43B003/24 |
Claims
1. An ornamental interchangeable defensive compact shoe comfort
device 100, comprising a shoe and an elastic band which is used to
secure the compact shoe comfort device to a heel, the elastic band
wraps around the heel giving it a defensive shield from the wear
and tear from its surroundings, further comprising a decorative bow
at the center of the device, wherein the device is interchangeable
by having the ability to change the bottom elastic portion of the
device which includes a miniature invisible or visible zipper.
2. The device of claim 1, further comprising glow in the dark
features attached to the compact shoe comfort device.
3. The device of claim 1, further comprising a flap which is
inserted into the back of the shoe to keep the compact shoe comfort
device secured to the shoe, wherein the flap goes inside the shoe
touching the inside counter portion of the shoe and prevents the
ornamental defensive compact shoe comfort device from falling off
the heel shoe.
4. The device of claim 1, wherein the heel is a high heel.
5. An ornamental interchangeable defensive compact shoe comfort
device, comprising a high heel shoe, a soft gel strip, a flap, and
an elasticized loop, wherein a user inserts a high heel into the
elasticized loop and pulls the elasticized band upward to the base
of the heel, stretching the elastic band, wherein the elastic band
is cut into a very particular shape, wherein one end is round and
the other end has three triangular angels cut, which allows it to
be a one piece section once it is stitched together making it very
efficient, wherein the user then places the flap into the top end
of the shoe, and pulls the compact shoe comfort device taut against
the rear counter surface of the shoe, and wherein the soft gel
strip will automatically be in its correct position once the flap
is placed taut inside the heel preventing sores and blisters from
shoes and comfort in the heel of the feet.
6. An ornamental interchangeable defensive compact shoe comfort
device comprising a low or small shoe, a flap, and a thin elastic,
wherein the thin elastic is stitched to each side of the flap, and
wraps around the small or low heel and allows shoes that are not
high heels to also use the compact shoe comfort.
7. The device of claim 6, wherein the low or small shoe is a heeled
shoe.
8. The device of claim 6, wherein the low or small shoe is a
loafer, slip-on, or a men's dress shoe.
Description
RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This U.S. non provisional application is related to, and
claims priority of U.S. provisional application No. 62/492,347,
filed May 1, 2017.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The invention relates generally to women's clothing and
accessories, and in particular, to ornamental and defensive
interchangeable compact shoe comfort devices for high heeled shoes
and low heeled shoes.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0003] Women often lament the limitations of their shoe collections
and the pain and discomfort caused by all the heels they have, but
they wish they had more shoes to provide a different fashionable
look each day. However, good shoes are expensive and storage space
may be limited. Many women have also noticed that the heel can
easily become scuffed and soiled, especially while driving,
descending a flight of stairs, or the daily wear and tear of the
back portion of the shoe. The present invention targets to protect
the absolute rear portion of the high heel shoes and the heel of
the feet while adding a unique style. A way to accessorize a
favorite, stylish pair of high heeled shoes, to present a different
and unique appearance with the same pair of shoes and protect the
heel from becoming scuffed and soiled as well as wear and tear
damage, and give extra comfort to the heel of the feet would be
welcomed. An ornamental defensive comfort device for high heeled
shoes, which can provide a substantive and fashionable change in
appearance for a low cost, would resolve this problem.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0004] The present invention relates to an interchangeable
ornamental defensive comfort device for high heeled shoes. The
defensive comfort device can also be used for non-high-heeled
shoes. The defensive comfort device is interchangeable and is made
from different fabrics, such as but not limited to cotton,
polyester, silk, leather, lace or any woven, non-woven, as well as
knitted fabrics that are used per each unique design. The defensive
compact shoe comfort device also comprises a unique glow in the
dark components which can be included but not limiting to in the
bow section of the device making it completely different from any
defensive shoe device. In a preferred embodiment, the defensive
compact shoe comfort device comprises an elastic band which is used
to secure the defensive compact shoe comfort device to the high
heel. The elastic band is located at the bottom of the compact shoe
comfort device. At the center of the compact shoe comfort device is
a decorative bow. The compact shoe comfort device further comprises
a flap which is inserted into the back of the shoe, and keeps the
compact shoe comfort secured to the high heel shoe. The flap
contains a gel strip which is designed to give extreme comfort to
all heel users and prevent sores and blisters from new shoes and
comfort in the heel of the feet. In a preferred embodiment, the
defensive compact shoe comfort device contains an interchangeable
zipper portion which allows the user to change the elasticized
portion for such purposes as color change, size change, or simply
to wash it off without affecting the ornamental portion of the
device.
[0005] The present invention also relates to an ornamental
interchangeable defensive Compact Shoe comfort device comprising a
low or small shoe, a flap, and a thin elastic. The thin elastic is
stitched to each side of the flap and wraps around the small or low
heel.
[0006] Additional features and advantages of the invention will be
set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent
from the description, or may be learned by practice of the
invention. The foregoing general description and the following
detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are intended
to provide further explanation of the invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING
[0007] FIG. 1 is a front view of a flower version of the first
exemplary embodiment, displaying an embodiment of the compact shoe
comfort device, the flap, the decorative bow, elastic band, and
also shows the interchangeable zipper portion, and a glow in the
dark feature and a soft gel strip for comfort.
[0008] FIG. 2 is a cut out view of all the material for the compact
shoe comfort. The cut-out shows the way that each material should
be cut and shaped before putting it all together.
[0009] FIG. 3. is a template of how the materials would look in
their corresponding position without being stitched together
yet.
[0010] FIG. 4 is the compact shoe comfort device combined with a
thin elastic.
[0011] FIG. 5 is an image of a loafer-type shoe/slip-on shoe with
the compact shoe comfort device.
[0012] FIG. 6 is an image of a specialized sewing machine that has
been customized to make the compact shoe comfort device.
[0013] FIG. 6A is an image of a specialized sewing foot.
[0014] FIG. 6B is an image of a specialized sewing needle.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0015] Referring now to the invention in more detail, the invention
is directed to an ornamental defensive compact shoe comfort device
100 for high heeled shoes.
[0016] It is to be understood that while the word "bow" is used as
a descriptive term, the word "bow" in this context is used to
describe any type of decorative object which may be attached to a
woman's high-heeled shoe.
[0017] FIG. 1 comprises an ornamental defensive compact shoe
comfort device 100, which is preferably, but not limited, to 1 to
1.5 inches wide, and 5 inches long. The defensive Compact Shoe
Comfort device 100 is interchangeable and is made from different
fabrics, such as, but not limited, to cotton, polyester, silk,
leather, lace or any woven, non-woven, as well as knitted fabrics
that is used per each unique design, in a broad variety of sizes,
colors, and patterns.
[0018] FIG. 2 shows how interchangeable plays a role in the design
and functionality of the devices. It becomes interchangeable by
having the ability to change the bottom elastic portion of the
device which includes a miniature invisible or visible zipper made
from plastic, polyester, nylon or metal. This allows the user to
change the elasticized portion for such purposes as color change,
size change, or simply to wash it off without affecting the
ornamental portion of the device.
[0019] The compact shoe comfort device 100 comprises an elastic
band 130 which is used to secure the compact shoe comfort device
100 to a high heel. The elastic band 130 wraps around the heel
giving it a defensive shield from the wear and tear from its
surroundings. At the center of the compact shoe comfort device 100
is a decorative bow 120, which may be provided but is not limited
to in a flower version, a ribbon version, lace version or any other
designs. Glow in the dark features 220 are added to the ornamental
defensive compact shoe comfort device to give it a unique look.
This feature can also be included along the sides of the connecting
strap between the elasticized bottom 130 to the ornamental 120
portion of the defensive compact shoe comfort device. These
components allow the device to be seen at night making it
completely different from any defensive shoe device. In one
preferred embodiment, the compact shoe comfort device 100 also
provides a flap 110 which is inserted into the back of the shoe to
keep the compact shoe comfort device 100 secured to the shoe. The
flap 110 goes inside the shoe touching the inside counter portion
of the shoe and prevents the ornamental defensive compact shoe
comfort device from falling off the high heel shoe.
[0020] In another embodiment, the compact shoe comfort device 100
comprises a mortarboard and scrolled diploma emblem for a
graduation version, or a holly bough or a Santa Claus face for a
Christmas versions. Bridesmaids' versions may be specially ordered
to match the illustrations on the wedding theme, a Mother's Day
version may provide a simple flower design, a corporate/charity
version can have a logo that is geared to the particular company
and/or charity. decorative bows 120 which are not machine washable
are removable from the elasticized portion 130 of the device with
portion 110.
[0021] In one preferred embodiment, a user inserts the high heel
into the elasticized loop 130 and pulls the elasticized band 130
upward to the base of the heel, stretching the elastic band 130.
The elasticized band 130 is cut in a very specific way as shown in
FIG. 2. The user then places the flap 110 into the top end of the
shoe, and pulls the compact shoe comfort device 100 taut against
the rear counter surface of the shoe. The soft gel strip 160 will
automatically be in its correct position once the flap 110 is
placed taut inside the heel. This strip is designed to give extreme
comfort to all heel users. This will prevent sores and blisters
from new shoes and comfort in the heel of the feet.
[0022] FIG. 3 shows how the materials would look in their
corresponding position without being stitched together yet. FIG. 3
also shows a zipper section 140 that attaches the vinyl or leather
to the bottom elasticized band 130 making the design
interchangeable.
[0023] In one preferred embodiment, the compact shoe comfort device
100 and the flap 110 are preferably manufactured, but not limited
to, from vinyl or leather. The flap has different components 200
which is preferably manufactured, but not limited to, from leather
or vinyl. 210 is preferably manufactured, but not limited to, from
flexible wire 220, which is preferably manufactured from soft gel
150 which is preferably manufactured, but not limited to, from glow
in the dark material, The decorative bow 120 is preferably
manufactured, but not limited to, from a flexible, durable fabric
such as cotton or polyester, or a rigid, durable material which is
easily cleaned, such as plastic, aluminum alloy, or acrylic
polymer. The elastic band 130 is preferably manufactured, but not
limited to, from a flexible, durable fabric which is highly
elastic, such as elasticized cotton. The interchangeable device 140
is preferably manufactured from, but not limited to, a miniature
invisible or visible zipper made from plastic, polyester, nylon or
metal. The soft gel heel comfort is preferably manufactured, but
not limited to, from silicone gel, gel material components,
component sizes and materials listed above are preferable. but
artisans will recognize that alternate components and materials
could be selected without altering the scope of the ornamental
defensive compact shoe comfort device.
[0024] FIG. 4 shows how the materials would look in their
corresponding position when using a thin elastic 410 that is geared
towards low-heeled shoes, slip-on shoes, loafers, men's dress
shoes, etc. This variation of the compact shoe comfort device 100
is designed for those shoes that have a smaller heel, for both men
and women's shoes. The thin elastic 410 is stitched to each side of
the flap 110. This thin elastic 410 wraps around the small heel,
which is demonstrated in FIG. 5.
[0025] FIG. 5 shows how the combination of materials for the
compact shoe comfort device 100 along with the thin elastic 410
appears on a small-heeled shoe, slip-on shoes, loafers, men's dress
shoes, etc.
[0026] FIG. 6 shows a specialized sewing machine 500 that has been
customized to make the compact shoe comfort device 100. This
specialized sewing machine 500 joins together the various
components of the compact shoe comfort device. In one embodiment, a
machine is used to make the compact shoe comfort. It is preferably
a heavy duty sewing machine. This machine can do a lot because it
can stitch the decorative section of the compact shoe comfort
device 100 with the regular stitches that are standard to the
machine. It can also be used for the thicker section of the compact
shoe comfort device 100 which include but is not limited to:
leather, vinyl and elastic. To be able to use the machine in heavy
duty materials, the foot and the needle of the sewing machine needs
to be changed. The perfect sewing foot is the sewing machine
walking foot 510, as shown in FIG. 6A. Once this foot is changed,
the needle also has to be changed. The needle 520 to be used is one
that is special for leather or thick materials, as shown in FIG.
6B. Once the needle and the foot are changed in the heavy duty
machine, the compact shoe comfort device 100 can be created with
ease. The sewing walking foot 510 feeds the leather or vinyl
portions of the compact shoe comfort device 100 through the machine
allowing the user to work easily with thick materials. To change
the foot of the machine, the needle has to be removed first. Once
the needle is removed, the foot can then be removed. Once the foot
is removed, the walking foot 510 can be placed on the machine. Then
the specialized leather needle 520 can be placed so that the bottom
elastic section and the top leather or vinyl section can be
completed.
[0027] Definitions:
[0028] Lace is defined as a fine decorative thin open fabric that
is made up of silk or cotton and is made from different patterns
that can be obtained by looping, twisting and knitting the threads.
The lace is used as the decorative section in FIG. 1 that covers
section 110. Different compact shoe comforts will have different
lace designs with different colors depending on the design.
[0029] Ribbon is defined as a long strip of fabric that can vary in
width from 1 inch to less than a cm wide used specifically for
decoration of the CSC. The ribbon can be used as the decorative
portion of the compact shoe comfort (CSC) as shown in FIG. 1
section 110. The ribbon can also be used to create the bows or
decorative section that is shown in section 120 of FIG. 1.
[0030] Leather is defined as a luxury material made from the skin
of an animal which goes through the process of tanning or some
other similar process and is used as section 110 of the CSC. The
Leather is the main part of the CSC as it extends from the bottom
all the way to the top and is used as the main bone of the CSC. The
leather is then decorated with different embroidery, laces,
ribbons, etc to make the beautiful designs for the CSC.
[0031] Wire is defined as a thin flexible metal thread or rod that
is used inside the leather or vinyl and helps give shape to the CSC
and also helps it stay in place. This can be seen in section 210 of
FIG. 2. The wire helps the CSC wrap around the back of the heel of
the shoe and stay in place while attached to the shoe.
[0032] Textile is defined as a type of woven fabric or cloth and is
a term used for the CSC as it is created with a combination of
different textiles to create the final design. PVC is defined as
Polyvinyl Cloride and also known as Vinyl. Terms PVC, Vinyl and PU
(polyurethane) tend to be used interchangeably by retailers for
clothing made from shiny plastic-coated fabrics. These fabrics
usually consist of a backing woven from polyester fibers with a
surface coating of shiny plastic.
[0033] Vinyl is defined as Polyvinyl Cloride or also known as PVC
is used as a lower quality textile for the leather portion of the
CSC. Vinyl is used for less expensive designs to create section 110
of FIG. 1 of the Compact Shoe Comfort. Vinyl helps reduce the price
because it is a man-made material.
[0034] Artificial is defined as a man-made product and most of the
materials needed to create the CSC are artificial because they are
produced by humans rather than occurring naturally.
[0035] Sew is defined as the process of stitching with a needle and
thread and sewing machine all the materials or textiles required to
make the CSC. This includes but is not limited to sewing or
fastening together all the materials as shown in FIG. 1 which
include section 100 through section 160 and all the components of
FIG. 2 which also include the bottom elastic portion of the compact
shoe comfort.
[0036] Shoe is defined as a device for covering the foot made from
materials including leather or vinyl or any other material and that
include a sturdy sole to keep the foot protected from the rough
natural surfaces in the world.
[0037] Gel is defined as a jellylike substance shaped into a small
strip that is used to give extreme comfort to the CSC user. The gel
can be seen in section 220 in FIG. 2. This helps prevent sores and
blisters on the heel of the feet that are caused from wearing high
heels or wearing any type of new shoes including loafers.
[0038] Bow is defined as a knot with two loops and two loose ends
created with different decorative ribbon, lace, fabric or any other
textile that can be used to create section 120 of FIG. 1.
[0039] Elastic is defines as an object or material that is
extremely flexible and is able to takes back its normal shape right
after it has been stretched. The bottom elastic portion of the CSC
can be seen in FIG. 2 in section 230 and 240.
[0040] Embroider is defined as the decoration by sewing patterns of
ribbons, laces, cloths or any other decorative material, with
thread of the visible portion of the CSC as shown in FIG. 1 section
110.
[0041] Thread is defined as a long thin strand of cotton, nylon or
other fibers that is used for sewing with a needle manually or with
a machine. Thread is used for the CSC to stich together all
components shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4 as well as the decorative
section shown in FIG. 1 section 110.
[0042] Machine is defined as a sewing apparatus that uses power and
is made up of several parts which helps in the making of the CSC by
mechanically stitching all the components of the CSC together with
thread.
[0043] Embellish is defined as something that is made more
attractive which creates the decorative section of the CSC as shown
in FIG. 1. section 110 and section 120.
[0044] Glow is defined as something that gives light in the
darkness without using a flame. Not all CSC will have glow in the
dark features but the designs that do have it will be as shown in
FIG. 2 section 220.
[0045] Heel is defined as the back part of the foot below the ankle
that is being protected from Sores and Blisters caused by new shoes
with the CSC. The heel of the foot and the heel of the shoe will
both be protected with the help of the Compact shoe Comfort.
[0046] Zipper is defined as a device consisting of two flexible
strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or
opened by pulling a slide along them, used to fasten to top portion
as shown in FIG. 3 section 140 and bottom portion of the compact
shoe comfort.
[0047] While the foregoing written description of the invention
enables one of ordinary skill to make and use what is presently
considered to be the best mode thereof, those of ordinary skill in
the art will understand and appreciate the existence of variations,
combinations, and equivalents of the specific embodiment, method,
and examples herein. The invention should, therefore, not be
limited by the above described embodiment, method, and examples,
but by all embodiments and methods within the scope and spirit of
the invention.
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