Perspiration shield and method of making same

Abstract

An odor reducing article of apparel and the method of making same which includes perspiration shields that are strategically located contiguous to areas of perspiration which not only effectively absorb perspiration, but also significantly reduce perspiration odor. More particularly, the perspiration shields of the invention are constructed from interwoven wicking and silver coated yarn that functions to substantially eliminate odor causing bacteria contained within the perspiration of the wearer.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This is a Continuation-In-Part of co-pending Application, U.S. Ser. No. 10 / 974,244 filed Oct. 25, 2004.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates generally to clothing. More particularly, the invention concerns a novel perspiration absorbing, odor eliminating shield and the method of making same for use in connection with garments, such as undershirts, socks and the like. DISCUSSION OF THE PRIOR ART [0003] A number of different types of perspiration shields have been suggested in the past to protect garments from becoming soiled due to excessive perspiration. Most common of these prior art perspiration shields are dress shields that are particularly designed for women. Typically, the prior art dress shields are designed to absorb underarm perspiration so as to prevent the perspiration from soaking through to the outer garment and becoming visible underneath the sleeve area of the garment. [0004] In the past, little attention has be...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides an article of apparel with perspiration shields that are strategically located to absorb perspiration and reduce odor. The shields help to eliminate odor-causing bacteria in the perspiration. The shields are more effective in a hot, wet environment and contain no chemicals or pesticides. They can be easily affixed to the apparel and protect it from perspiration. The shields have a thin barrier membrane to further protect the apparel. The invention is simple in construction and can be manufactured in large volume."

Problems solved by technology

In addition to being specifically designed for use by women, the prior art perspiration shields are often difficult to correctly position in the perspiration area, do not adequately conform to the garment being worn by the user and have a tendency to bunch up and become dislodged during use.

Ammonia and denatured proteins are also contributors to odor in certain types of apparel.

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