Sandal with Self-Anchoring Sole Structure

Abstract

The self-anchoring sole structure of the present invention offers the consumer the ability to construct a variety of style, color, material, and design options by means of a customizable sandal system, comprising a sole having a top surface, a bottom surface, a toe portion and a heel portion, a channel around an exterior perimeter of the sole, and a plurality of bridges spaced around the exterior perimeter of the sole which extend across the channel, wherein the channel and the plurality of bridges are dimensioned to allow a length of material to be passed through.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The invention generally pertains to footwear, particularly to sandals or flips flops, with a sole containing a built-in anchoring system.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Footwear comes in a variety of styles and designs to suit numerous functional and aesthetic goals. Fashion conscious consumers often wish to coordinate their footwear with the remainder of their attire. For example, some consumers may wish to own several pairs of similar shoes in a variety of colors so as to color-coordinate with a variety of outfits. However, this may require the purchase of a large number of pairs of shoes, sandals, boots, and other footwear. This presents both a financial burden and difficulty in storing the footwear. In light of this, there is a need for footwear that allows for the user to easily design and customize their shoe and sandal styles.[0003]There have been a number of attempts to provide footwear that has changeable portions to allow alterations in the app...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a customizable sandal system that allows consumers to create various options in style, color, material, and design. It consists of a sole with a channel and multiple bridges around its exterior perimeter. The channel and bridges are designed to allow for the passage of material. Additionally, the invention offers the ability to create a variety of designs that can anchor to the sole for added stability and comfort.

Problems solved by technology

However, this may require the purchase of a large number of pairs of shoes, sandals, boots, and other footwear.

This presents both a financial burden and difficulty in storing the footwear.

This design is complicated, the laces do not reliably locate the foot or define the upper, and snaps are required to locate the upper.

This design does not provide for reliable attachment between the straps and the lower, the straps require a complicated design, an attachment is forced between the user's toes, and the straps may not be easily interchanged.

Again, this is a complicated design.

These designs are typically complicated and provide a non-aesthetic appearance.

None of the various approaches has caught on as they have been overly complicated, functioned poorly, and / or were too expensive.

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