Body cover with retractable bottom portion

Abstract

The present disclosure provides for a full body covering that comprises a top upper body garment and an extendable and retractable bottom portion. It supplies several unique components which offer distinct benefits to a person wearing it. One component is the complete full backing, so that similar to a pullover sweater or sweatshirt, the garment can provide complete upper body warmth and stay intact while attached to a person. A second component is the expandable bottom portion which extends over the front of a person's legs and is capable of wrapping around the person's legs. A third component is the integrated foot pockets within the bottom portion. In one embodiment, a pair of booties may also be attached to a pair of leggings found in the bottom portion of the garment. A fourth component is the fastening system which allows for the bottom portion to be rolled or folded up into the top portion and securely held in place, preferably at the waist level or around the abdomen. The hood attached to the top portion provides for an additional feature which allows for someone wearing the disclosed body covering to experience warmth from head to toe.

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FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to the field of apparel. More specifically, the invention relates to a full body covering with a retractable bottom portion.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Now more than ever, consumers are seeking products that satisfy more than one need. In the apparel market, they find themselves sifting through a barrage of products geared toward fulfilling full body warmth and comfort. However many of these products, while marketed for versatility, are actually singular in their use. A single product is needed which can provide full body warmth while alleviating the need for multiple articles of clothing or blankets and can be compressed into a compact design when in motion.[0003]The most recent of products that remotely attempt too satisfy this need is the Snuggie®. Marketed as a blanket with sleeves, this product is essentially an oversized blanket which is made to be worn but only covers the frontal area of a wearer. More suited for stat...

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Benefits of technology

[0005]The present disclosure provides for a full body covering that comprises a top upper body garment and an extendable and retractable bottom portion. It supplies several unique components which offer distinct benefits to a person wearing it. One component is the complete full backing, so that similar to a pullover sweater or sweatshirt, the garment can provide complete upper body warmth and stay intact while attached to a person. A second component is the expandable bottom portion which extends over the front of a person's legs and is capable of wrapping around the person's legs. A third component is the integrated foot pockets within the bottom portion. In one embodiment, a pair of booties may also be attached to a pair of leggings found in the bottom portion of the garment. A fourth component is the fastening system which allows for the bottom portion to be rolled or folded up into the top portion and securely held in place, preferably at the waist level or around the abdomen. The hood attached to the top portion provides for an additional feature which allows for someone wearing the disclosed body covering to experience warmth from head to toe.

Problems solved by technology

More suited for stationary use, preferable in a house with clean floors, the Snuggle® does not fare well for mobile purposes.

Also, depending on an individual's height, there will be an unsafe amount of fabric dragging on the floor that will pick up debris and germs, as well as pose a very real safety concern for those walking with hot beverages or up stairs.

Additionally, the present disclosure offers a unique solution that has not been suggested in the prior art and those skilled in the art have not been able to solve.

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