Shawl or wrap with closure mechanism

Abstract

The garment shown in the following FIGS. 1-15 is a shawl or wrap worn around the neck, arms or shoulders and draped loosely around the body. The shawl may or may not include sleeves or armholes for the hands or arms. The shawl may or may not include pockets, zippers or other openings for the convenience of the wearer. The adjustable friction side clasp closure shown which has an extra layer of reinforcement to provide a notion free bag or garment closure can be used on products like a garment, shawl or wrap making it safe for small children, and quiet when fastening. Other possible uses of the friction side closure are in objects to which it's closing including but not limited to scarves, gloves, wallets, coats, purses, trousers, shirts, skirts, dresses, belts, bags, luggage, parachutes, and sleeping bags.

Description

BACKGROUND INFORMATION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The field of the invention relates to a closure mechanism that uses friction to stay closed on apparel (e.g. scarves, gloves, sleeping bags, luggage, wallets, purses, clothes and outerwear, belts, bags) rather than conventional buttons, snaps, zippers etc. The shawl includes the friction side clasp closure or attachment mechanism that enables the wearer to fasten or secure, releasably, one side or edge of the shawl to the other side at or near the wearer's neckline, thereby causing the shawl to remain secured around the wearer's body. This closure serves multiple purposes: first to prevent notions on a shawl or scarf if for example used as a nursing cover or burp shawl such as buttons from being bitten off and choked on by a young infant or child, second, it's a stay put slide through closure unlike a traditional scarf that is tied around a neck and can fall off easily allowing the wearer to multitask hands-free, third, it's...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0006]For the reasons cited above, it is an objective of the invention to provide a notion-free (no-adornment) stay put “smart” closure that is safe for small children, quiet when opening and closing, easy to use and adjustable to fit any size person in the case of a shawl / scarf or object to which it's closing such as a bag or sleeping bag. This type of closure and shawl will benefit professionals, children and busy moms and dads who want a stylish and functional garment or bag which allows them to multi-task. This closure design keeps the shawl in place on shoulders to make the wearer look smart and chic while also being functional. In addition, the shawl design includes pleats along the back of the shawl to better conform to the wearers' shoulders providing a more tailored fit.

Problems solved by technology

Prior closures can be easily dislodged and swallowed by a young child, making them less desirable for use in baby products such as nursing covers and burp shawls.

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