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Foldable headband

a headband and foldable technology, applied in the field of headbands, can solve problems such as pain in the head of wearers, and achieve the effect of convenient storage and unlimited comfor

Inactive Publication Date: 2005-04-21
ALLGOOD MELANIE PAINE
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[0005] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a foldable headband with curved earpieces similar to eyeglasses; which comprises a domed midsection and two straight end sections with curved earpieces. Due to the curved earpiece and fold ability feature of the present invention the wearer will have unlimited comfort and convenient storage capabilities.
[0006] According to the present invention, the headband may include a central domed section having hinged ends coupled to respective foldable band shanks of the headband with curved end pieces to fit around ear. The engagement of the two hinge parts, results in an unfolded or open position of the headband in which the headband achieves a bow stiff connection in all directions between the central domed part of headband and the band shanks. In this manner, any stress that may arise while the headband is being put on or taken off may arise across the surfaces of the headband and be transferred to the headband hinge without any risk of damage.
[0008] A primary object of the present invention is to provide a headband that will hold a wearer's hair in a desired position. A further object of the present invention is to provide a comfortable fit to the wearer's head, allowing any hair type to be styled around the headband for extended use. The prior art headbands which are ring shaped caused pain to the wearer's head after a short period of time. The present invention having said hinged sides and curved earpieces similar to sunglasses will provide extended comfort for any desired hairstyle.

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The prior art headbands which are ring shaped caused pain to the wearer's head after a short period of time.

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[0013] DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Preferred embodiments of the present invention are hereinafter described with reference to the accompanying images.

[0014] A headband according to the present invention is illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2. Headband 1 includes top section 8 and side portions 4. A top portion 1 of elastic band 8 may be coupled to two headband shanks 4 via headband hinges 3. An end of headband shanks 4 opposite headband hinges 3 may be inwardly curved to form end pieces 6 as a protecting body (end caps).

[0015] In preferred embodiment, side portions 4 is pivotally connected to the first top section 8 via hinges 3 and side shanks 4. End pieces 6 is curved to fit around ear. Hinges 3 can be closed making side portions 4 generally parallel to top portion 8. The hinges allow for easy storage of headband 1 when it is in a folded, or closed, position.

[0016] Foldable band shanks 4 connecting to end earpiece 6, provide comfort to the wearer's head without substantia...

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A foldable headband including a central part having two ends and headband shanks having curved ear pieces. The headband may also include a hinge that swingably couples each of the headband shanks to the central part and each of the two curved earpieces, similar to eyeglasses. The headband is providing the wearer's hair to be held in a desired position away from the face. The curved earpieces allow comfort for extended periods of use. The shape allows any hair type to be styled around headband.

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BACKGROUND OF INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of Invention [0002] The present invention relates to a headband to be worn in hair primarily to hold a wearer's hair in a desired position for the purpose of convenience and decoration. [0003] 2. Discussion of Background Information [0004] The use of a headband is to hold the wearer's hair in a desired position and or decoration. The arched shape headbands of prior art conformed tightly to the wearer's head causing pain after a short use of time. This results in discomfort to the wearer for any prolonged use. Therefore, it is desirable to provide a headband that will hold the wearer's hair, of any hair type, in a desired position for extended comfortable use. SUMMARY OF INVENTION [0005] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a foldable headband with curved earpieces similar to eyeglasses; which comprises a domed midsection and two straight end sections with curved earpieces. Due to the curved earpiece and fold ability featur...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A42B1/00A45D8/36
CPCA45D8/36
Inventor ALLGOOD, MELANIE PAINE
Owner ALLGOOD MELANIE PAINE
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