A flexible and breathable mesh upper
The flexible and breathable mesh upper, with its double-layer mesh structure and inner layer design, solves the problems of breathability and diverse design, improves the breathability and aesthetics of the upper, enhances its strength and privacy, and breaks the aesthetic conventions of traditional design.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QUANZHOU RUIMEIKE EMBROIDERY TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of semi-finished shoe upper technology, and in particular to a flexible and breathable mesh shoe upper. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, mainstream breathable shoe upper designs generally employ a combination of mesh and leather uppers. This design logic stems from a dual consideration of breathability and structural stability. Mesh material, with its unique porous structure, significantly improves airflow efficiency. When heat and moisture are generated in the feet, the pores of the mesh allow for rapid air exchange, quickly expelling moisture and introducing fresh air, thus reducing stuffiness. Based on this characteristic, mesh is typically used in key breathable areas of the shoe upper, such as the toe, sides, and heel. Leather, with its robust physical properties, plays a crucial role in ensuring the strength of the shoe's basic structure. The addition of leather helps maintain the shoe's shape and prevents deformation of the mesh due to excessive stretching when lacing is tightened or when the foot exerts force. However, this combination design presents inherent and difficult-to-reconcile contradictions. While leather can enhance structural stability, its dense material properties can hinder ventilation. Leather at seams can cover much of the mesh's breathable areas, effectively cutting off the overall airflow path of the shoe. For example, leather trim on the sides of the shoe may obstruct the core ventilation holes in the mesh, and while leather edging at the toe box can improve impact protection, it can impede airflow to the toe area.
[0003] More noteworthy is that the design combining mesh and leather has been used in the industry for over a decade. From running shoes to casual shoes, similar splicing logic and visual forms have gradually become aesthetic norms. After long-term exposure, consumers have shown significant aesthetic fatigue with the classic layout of "mesh ventilation area + leather reinforcement area." Market research shows that nearly 60% of consumers believe that current breathable upper designs "lack innovation," and 45% of respondents said they are "willing to pay a premium for more stylish breathable uppers." Traditional leather-mesh splicing designs, due to the limitations of leather color and texture, struggle to achieve diverse visual expressions, failing to meet the demands of younger generations for trendy elements and failing to cover the diverse needs of consumers.
[0004] Therefore, this project was developed to increase the breathability of mesh uppers and diversify their styles. Utility Model Content
[0005] Therefore, in view of the above problems, this utility model proposes a flexible and breathable mesh upper for increasing the breathability and versatility of shoe uppers.
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: a flexible and breathable mesh upper, characterized in that: it includes a first mesh layer and a second mesh layer arranged from the inside out, the mesh aperture of the second mesh layer is smaller than that of the first mesh layer, the first mesh layer is made of polyester, and the second mesh layer is made of nylon; the front edge, left and right sides, tongue edge, and shoe opening edge of the second mesh layer are all provided with breathable reinforcing parts to increase the bonding strength between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer and to increase the strength of the upper, the breathable reinforcing parts are formed by flat embroidery with nylon thread, the nylon thread penetrating the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer; the upper edge of the breathable reinforcing part is sewn with a rope embroidery part along the track line to increase the strength of the upper and reduce the area of the upper covered by the rope embroidery part, the embroidery rope of the rope embroidery part penetrating the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer.
[0007] A further improvement is that: the edges of the first and second mesh surfaces are machine-embroidered with two layers of three-line overlock embroidery, both of which penetrate the first and second mesh surfaces, and the breathable reinforcement and rope embroidery cover the three-line overlock embroidery.
[0008] A further improvement is that an inner interlayer for increasing privacy inside the shoe is provided between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer, and the inner interlayer is movably disposed in the gap between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer.
[0009] A further improvement is that the inner interlayer includes a first shielding layer and a second shielding layer, and a water-soluble adhesive layer is disposed between the first shielding layer and the second shielding layer to assist in the formation of the first shielding layer and the second shielding layer and to be removed by washing with water. The first shielding layer is disposed on the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer, and the second shielding layer is disposed on the upper surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer.
[0010] A further improvement is that the first shielding layer is composed of a first yarn that covers the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer.
[0011] A further improvement is that the second shielding layer is composed of second yarns disposed on the left and right sides of the water-soluble adhesive layer in the left-right direction and disposed at the front end of the water-soluble adhesive layer in the front-back direction.
[0012] A further improvement is that the color of the first yarn is different from the color of the second yarn.
[0013] A further improvement is that the surfaces of the first yarn and the second yarn are coated with a luminescent layer.
[0014] By adopting the aforementioned technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0015] 1. The traditional design approach of "leather for reinforcement and mesh for breathability" is deeply ingrained. This design, however, addresses the root cause of the interrupted breathability by employing a core structure of "double-layer mesh + no leather covering." Both the first and second mesh layers are porous, and the absence of leather allows air to circulate freely, significantly improving breathability in key areas such as the toe and sides of the shoe. The first mesh layer uses rigid polyester, while the second uses durable nylon, creating a complementary physical property. Polyester's resistance to tensile deformation and the double-layer mesh design replace the structural support of traditional leather. The addition of breathable reinforcements, rope embroidery, and three-line overlock embroidery further enhances the shoe's support and wrapping performance, eliminating the impact of leather on breathability. Compared to traditional mesh and leather combinations, the double-layer mesh design does not sacrifice breathability. For users whose feet tend to sweat, this design allows moisture to escape more quickly, reducing the stuffiness and stickiness after wearing shoes for a long time.
[0016] 2. The flexible design of the inner layer is a major innovative highlight of this solution. The first and second yarns are not fixed to the mesh layer, allowing them to deform freely with foot movement, creating a dynamic visual effect. This allows the upper to exhibit natural shape changes during walking and exercise, eliminating the stiffness of traditional uppers. Simultaneously, the inner layer enhances privacy within the shoe. Compared to the translucency of a single-layer mesh, the combination of double-layer mesh and the inner layer prevents direct foot exposure, balancing breathability and privacy. For users who value details in their wearing experience, this design retains the lightness of the mesh while enhancing comfort through dynamic effects and privacy protection.
[0017] 3. The flexible design of the inner layer in this case provides diverse creative space. Whether it's the contrasting colors of the first and second yarns, the combination with a glow-in-the-dark coating, or the integration of embroidered patterns, it can meet the needs of young people for trendy elements. This design breaks the industry's aesthetic conventions and effectively alleviates consumer aesthetic fatigue.
[0018] 4. In this case, the mesh size of the second mesh layer is relatively small, which can effectively prevent sand, gravel and other debris from entering the shoe. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the breathable reinforcement part and the rope embroidery part in a flexible and breathable mesh upper according to an embodiment of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner layer in a flexible and breathable mesh upper according to an embodiment of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a flexible and breathable mesh upper according to an embodiment of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a flexible and breathable mesh upper according to an embodiment of this utility model.
[0023] Figure 5 This is a magnified view of a partial structure of a flexible and breathable mesh shoe upper according to an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0025] refer to Figures 1 to 5 This utility model discloses a flexible and breathable mesh upper, comprising a first mesh layer and a second mesh layer 10 arranged from the inside out. The mesh aperture of the second mesh layer 10 is smaller than that of the first mesh layer, which helps to block sand and gravel from entering the second mesh layer 10. The first mesh layer is made of polyester, and the second mesh layer 10 is made of nylon. Nylon is wear-resistant but less rigid than polyester, while polyester, although rigid, is less wear-resistant than nylon. Therefore, combining the two allows for mutual complementarity in performance, and increasing the number of mesh layers strengthens the overall strength of the mesh upper without affecting its breathability—a win-win situation. The second mesh layer 10 has breathable reinforcing parts 11 along its front edge, left and right sides, tongue edge, and opening edge. These parts increase the bonding strength between the first and second mesh layers and enhance the overall strength of the shoe upper. The breathable reinforcing parts 11 are formed using nylon thread embroidery, which penetrates both the first and second mesh layers 10. Nylon thread has good abrasion resistance, significantly increasing the shoe upper's durability. Furthermore, the nylon thread stitches the first and second mesh layers 10 together, improving the combined strength of the two mesh layers. Along the edge of the breathable reinforcing parts 11, a rope embroidery part 12 is sewn along the track line to increase the shoe upper's strength and reduce its obstruction. The embroidery rope of the rope embroidery part 12 penetrates both the first and second mesh layers 10. The first and second mesh surfaces are machine-embroidered with two layers of three-line overlock embroidery 13 along their contours. Both layers of the three-line overlock embroidery 13 penetrate the first and second mesh layers 10. The breathable reinforcement part 11 and the rope embroidery part 12 cover the three-line overlock embroidery 13. The rope embroidery part 12 covers the edge contour of the nylon thread embroidery, improving the shoe upper's durability and deformation resistance.
[0026] An inner interlayer 14 for increasing privacy is provided between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer 10. The inner interlayer 14 is movably disposed in the gap between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer 10. The inner interlayer 14 includes a first shielding layer 15 and a second shielding layer 16. A water-soluble adhesive layer for assisting in the formation of the first shielding layer 15 and the second shielding layer 16 is provided between them and is removed by washing. The first shielding layer 15 is disposed on the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer, and the second shielding layer 16 is disposed on the upper surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer. The water-soluble adhesive layer is removed by washing after the shoe upper is processed.
[0027] The first shielding layer 15 is composed of first yarns 17 covering the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer. The second shielding layer 16 is composed of second yarns 18 disposed on the left and right sides of the water-soluble adhesive layer in a left-right direction and disposed at the front end of the water-soluble adhesive layer in a front-back direction. The color of the first yarns 17 is different from the color of the second yarns 18. The surfaces of the first yarns 17 and the second yarns 18 are coated with a luminescent layer.
[0028] The inner interlayer 14 is not bonded or fixed to the first mesh layer or the second mesh layer 10. The directly exposed portions of the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer 10 are also movable double-layer structures. Therefore, the first yarn 17 and the second yarn 18 on the inner interlayer 14 can deform arbitrarily as the shoe upper moves, improving the flexibility of the shoe upper, enhancing not only its concealment but also its aesthetics and personalized design.
[0029] Based on the aforementioned technical solution, the inner interlayer 14 can also be an embroidered pattern layer, wherein the embroidered pattern layer is sandwiched between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer 10 by embroidery pieces, or is directly sewn onto the first mesh layer to form an embroidered pattern layer.
[0030] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions above are only illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications may be made to this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. All such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A flexible and breathable mesh upper, characterized in that: The shoe includes a first mesh layer and a second mesh layer arranged from the inside out. The mesh diameter of the second mesh layer is smaller than that of the first mesh layer. The first mesh layer is made of polyester, and the second mesh layer is made of nylon. The front edge, left and right sides, tongue edge, and shoe opening edge of the second mesh layer are provided with breathable reinforcement parts to increase the bonding strength between the first and second mesh layers and to increase the strength of the shoe upper. The breathable reinforcement parts are formed by flat embroidery with nylon thread, and the nylon thread penetrates the first and second mesh layers. The upper edge of the breathable reinforcement parts is sewn with a rope embroidery part along the track line to increase the strength of the shoe upper and reduce the area of the shoe upper covered. The embroidery rope of the rope embroidery part penetrates the first and second mesh layers.
2. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first and second mesh surfaces are machine-embroidered with two layers of three-line overlock embroidery along their contours. Both layers of the three-line overlock embroidery penetrate the first and second mesh surfaces. The breathable reinforcement and the rope embroidery cover the three-line overlock embroidery.
3. A flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: An inner layer for increasing privacy inside the shoe is provided between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer, and the inner layer is movably disposed in the gap between the first mesh layer and the second mesh layer.
4. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner interlayer includes a first shielding layer and a second shielding layer. A water-soluble adhesive layer is disposed between the first shielding layer and the second shielding layer to assist in the formation of the first shielding layer and the second shielding layer and to be removed by washing with water. The first shielding layer is disposed on the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer, and the second shielding layer is disposed on the upper surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer.
5. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first shielding layer is composed of a first yarn that covers the lower surface of the water-soluble adhesive layer.
6. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second shielding layer is composed of second yarns disposed on the left and right sides of the water-soluble adhesive layer in the left-right direction and disposed at the front end of the water-soluble adhesive layer in the front-back direction.
7. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 6, characterized in that: The color of the first yarn is different from the color of the second yarn.
8. The flexible and breathable mesh upper according to claim 6, characterized in that: The surfaces of the first yarn and the second yarn are coated with a luminescent layer.