Interchangeable Shoe Attachment

a shoe and interchangeable technology, applied in the field of shoes, can solve the problems of not being able to disclose a shoe attachment that is readily available, and the cost of purchasing a large variety of shoes to complete a matching ensemble for each outfit in her wardrobe is extremely high for most women, and achieve the effect of keeping the shoe attachment secur

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-04-07
FOGARTY CINDY
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[0011]Preferably, the attachment member is interchangeable and easily slides into the tracks.
[0017]Preferably, the article further comprises a slot member to allow the attachment to easily slide into the shoe.
[0018]Preferably, the attachment comprises an L-shaped member to assist in keeping the attachment secure in the base and sole components of the shoe.
[0019]Preferably, the attachment comprises a T-shaped member to assist in keeping the attachment secure in the base components of the shoe.

Problems solved by technology

Purchasing a large variety of shoes to complete a matching ensemble for each outfit in her wardrobe is extremely costly for most women.
However, none of the prior art discloses a shoe attachment that is readily and easily fitted, economical, aesthetic and colour or fashion coordinated.

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[0028]The present invention relates to an article of footwear comprising a base, an inner sole portion attached to the base and an attachment which may be fashion coordinated with articles of wear. The base contains a track portion along the length of the base to enable the attachment to easily slide into the base portion.

[0029]FIG. 1 illustrates the shoe base (1), inner sole (2) and attachment (3) as an embodiment of the present invention. The sole is designed to fit over the base. The base of the shoe is recessed to accommodate the sole and to allow the attachment to slide into the tracks. Preferably, the base comprises tracks (4) to enable easy and convenient changing and fitting of the attachment. The attachment slides into the tracks (4) between the sole and the base. Preferably, the tracks (4) are configured to receive and retain the end portion of the attachment. The sole (2) preferably comprises an entry slot member (6) that provides a leading angle to assist in the easy ent...

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Abstract

The present invention relates to footwear, particularly to a woman's shoe fitted with interchangeable attachments.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to footwear, particularly to a woman's shoe fitted with interchangeable attachments.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]People, mainly women, generally tend to prefer, purchase and wear fashionable attire. Fashion dictates that a woman's outfit coordinates with her other belongings such as handbag and shoes. Purchasing a large variety of shoes to complete a matching ensemble for each outfit in her wardrobe is extremely costly for most women. Furthermore, since shoe fashions rapidly change, there is an ever present need to update the shoe wardrobe to complement the clothing wardrobe. Prevailing economic conditions demand conservation and reuseable goods.[0003]US 20040064976 (Barteet) describes an interchangeable shoe ensemble which includes a base member, or sole, having snaps secured along its periphery and positioned for snap fitting engagement with corresponding snaps on a removable strap.[0004]US 20100199521 (Katz) describes ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A43B3/24A43B23/24
CPCA43B23/24A43B3/242A43B1/0027A43B3/24A43B13/14
Inventor FOGARTY, CINDY
Owner FOGARTY CINDY
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