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Interchangeable shoe components

a technology of shoe components and shoes, applied in the field of shoes, can solve the problems of draining not only the pocketbook but the closet space, and the shoes that are suited for dancing or a night out are not necessarily suited for a day at the offi

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-07-13
CODY STEVEN L JR +1
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[0006] It is, therefore, one of the primary objects of the present invention to provide a pair of shoes which allows the consumer to alter the appearance of such shoes.

Problems solved by technology

A shoe that is suited for dancing or a night out is not necessarily suited for a day at the office.
Thus, the need for a variety of shoes can drain not only the pocketbook but available closet space as well.

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[0017] Prior to proceeding with the more detailed description of the present invention it should be noted that, for the sake of clarity, identical components which have identical functions have been designated by identical reference numerals throughout the several views illustrated in the drawings.

[0018] Illustrated in the drawing Figures, the present invention provides a multipurpose shoe, generally designated 10. The multipurpose shoe 10 comprises a base member 4 and a plurality of interchangeable heels 6 which are engageable with the base member 4. There is a first means, generally designated 20, which has a first portion engageable with the plurality of interchangeable heels 6 and a second portion engageable with a portion of the base member 4 for securing the plurality of interchangeable heels 6 to the base member 4.

[0019] Further, there is at least one strap like member 12 and a second means, generally designated 30, which has a first portion engageable with the at least one...

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Abstract

A multipurpose shoe comprising a base member and a plurality of interchangeable heels engageable with the base member. There is a first means which has a first portion engageable with the plurality of interchangeable heels and a second portion engageable with a portion of the base member for securing the plurality of interchangeable heels to the base member. Further, there is at least one strap like member and a second means which has a first portion engageable with the at least one strap like member and a second portion engageable with at least one portion of the base member for securing the at least one strap like member to the base member.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is closely related to and claims benefit from U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 643,537 filed Jan. 13, 2005.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates, in general, to a shoe, and, more specifically the present invention relates to a women's shoe in which various parts of the shoe, such as heels and straps, are interchangeable. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] In today's market a woman must purchase variety of shoes to meet a variety of needs. A shoe that is suited for dancing or a night out is not necessarily suited for a day at the office. Similarly many shoes may be purchased for a particular or one-time event. In many cases the shoes may be put in the closet and never worn again. [0004] Thus, the need for a variety of shoes can drain not only the pocketbook but available closet space as well. There is a need for shoes that can be quickly and easily converted into an array of different styles...

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IPC IPC(8): A43B21/36
CPCA43B3/122A43B3/128A43B3/24A43B21/42A43B21/433
Inventor CODY, STEVEN L. JR.CODY, AMY
Owner CODY STEVEN L JR