Device for protecting a heel

Abstract

A device for protecting a heel of a shoe includes a body including an upper end and a lower end, a flexible material positioned along a portion of an outer edge of the body, and an attachment mechanism positioned at the upper end of the body.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application incorporates by reference and claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application Patent No. 62 / 204,077 filed Aug. 12, 2015.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present subject matter relates generally to a device for protecting a heel of a shoe. More specifically, the present invention relates to a device that covers the outer surface of the heel of a shoe to prevent scuffing.[0003]Everyone wishes their shoes could look as clean and new as the first day they bought them, but daily wear can cause damage, especially scuff marks on the heel of the shoe. One major cause of scuff marks is wearing shoes while driving—when the foot presses back and forth on the pedals, the floor of the car or other pedals can rub against the heel of the shoe. Many other daily activities can similarly wear on the fabric of the shoe. This is a problem for anyone who wishes to preserve the integrity of their shoes and overall appearance...

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Benefits of technology

[0010]An advantage of the invention is that it protects the backs of shoes during potentially damaging activities such as driving.

[0011]Another advantage of the invention is that may be used with a variety of shoe styles.

[0012]A further advantage of the invention is that it provides durable material for long-lasting use.

[0013]Yet another advantage of the invention is that it may be inexpensively produced.

[0014]Additional objects, advantages and novel features of the examples will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon examination of the following description and the accompanying drawings or may be learned by production or operation of the examples. The objects and advantages of the concepts may be realized and attained by means of the methodologies, instrumentalities and combinations particularly pointed out in the appended claims.

Problems solved by technology

Everyone wishes their shoes could look as clean and new as the first day they bought them, but daily wear can cause damage, especially scuff marks on the heel of the shoe.

One major cause of scuff marks is wearing shoes while driving—when the foot presses back and forth on the pedals, the floor of the car or other pedals can rub against the heel of the shoe.

Many other daily activities can similarly wear on the fabric of the shoe.

This is a problem for anyone who wishes to preserve the integrity of their shoes and overall appearance, and it may be particularly problematic for shoes meant for formal occasions, such as high heels.

Although there are some solutions for protecting shoes, many of them have drawbacks in convenience and effectiveness.

These covers shield the entire foot in plastic, which may be uncomfortable for people with exposed skin.

The plastic material itself may wear over time, necessitating more covers.

But this may be inconvenient for people who do not have the time to exchange shoes or do not want to have an extra pair of shoes with them.

Further, shoes may become damaged in transit, especially if the wearer carries them in such a way that the shoes could be crushed or scuffed.

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