Garment with an opening system in the sleeve area

Abstract

(Main claim) Clothing for babies or toddlers, in particular a baby or child's jacket, with at least one sleeve, characterized in that an opening system extending along a section of the sleeve is provided in the area of ​​the sleeve, which allows at least partial opening of the sleeve to facilitate the insertion of the arm of a baby or toddler.

Description

Object of the invention

[0001] The aim of the invention is to provide a garment that makes dressing babies and toddlers easier by providing a partially openable system in the sleeve area, which simplifies the insertion of the arms and improves comfort when dressing. Foreword

[0002] The present invention relates to a baby or child's jacket with a constructive improvement in the sleeve area that makes dressing babies and toddlers easier.

[0003] With conventional baby jackets, inserting the arms into the narrow sleeves is often difficult, as babies don't actively extend their arms and tend to move around while being dressed. Parents therefore often have to reach through the sleeve to guide the baby's hand out.

[0004] The invention therefore provides that each sleeve of the jacket has a sleeve closure extending from the hand opening to approximately the middle of the arm. Opening this closure allows the sleeve to be widened, making it easier to insert the baby's arm.

[0005] A zipper can be used as a closure system. Alternatively, other closure systems can be used, such as snap fasteners, magnetic fasteners, or hook-and-loop fasteners. These can be used individually or in combination.

[0006] Additionally, a fastening element may be provided at the end of the sleeve, for example a magnetic button, snap fastener or Velcro fastener, which closes the last section of the sleeve.

[0007] In addition, a fabric cover or protective flap may be provided to prevent the closure from coming into direct contact with the baby's sensitive skin.

[0008] This design simplifies the dressing process, increases comfort, and reduces the risk of the baby's fingers being strained or pinched during dressing.

[0009] The described technique can be used not only for baby and children's jackets, but also for other garments with sleeves. This includes, in particular, sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, rompers, baby sleeping bags, ponchos, as well as summer, winter, and transitional jackets or similar garments for babies and toddlers.

[0010] The invention can therefore be applied to various types of baby clothing, in particular to clothing for babies and toddlers up to about three years of age, where dressing is difficult due to tight sleeves. Technical field

[0011] The present invention relates to the technical field of clothing construction, in particular baby and children's clothing as well as functional clothing systems with sleeves.

[0012] Specifically, the invention relates to garments with a constructive adaptation in the sleeve area, which serves to facilitate dressing babies, toddlers or persons with limited mobility, while simultaneously improving comfort, safety and skin protection.

[0013] The invention relates in particular to baby jackets, children's jackets, transitional jackets and winter jackets. Furthermore, the underlying technology is also transferable to other garments with sleeves, in particular to sweaters, hoodies, rompers, baby bodysuits, pajamas, baby sleeping bags with arm openings, ponchos and similar outerwear items.

[0014] The invention comprises an opening system integrated along a section of the sleeve, which allows for partial or variable opening of the sleeve. This facilitates the insertion of a baby's or toddler's arm and simplifies the dressing process for parents.

[0015] The opening system can be implemented using various locking technologies, in particular: - Zippers - Hook and loop fasteners (hook-and-loop systems) - Snap fasteners - Magnetic closures - or comparable mechanical or magnetic locking systems.

[0016] These closure systems can be used individually or in combination and can be arranged along different areas of the sleeve, for example along the long side, along a seam or along the underside of the sleeve.

[0017] Additional safety and comfort features may be included, such as protective flaps, fabric covers, padded protective layers, inner linings, or safety stoppers. These features serve to prevent direct contact between the fastening elements and the child's sensitive skin.

[0018] The technology can also be applied to other clothing sectors where easier dressing is required. These include, in particular, adaptive clothing, nursing or hospital wear, and outdoor or functional clothing.

[0019] Thus, the present invention belongs to the field of functional clothing construction with variable opening systems in the sleeve area to improve putting-on comfort, safety and user-friendliness. Initial problem

[0020] Dressing babies and toddlers presents a recurring challenge for many parents, especially when it comes to putting on clothes with tight sleeves.

[0021] Babies are often not yet able to actively extend their arms or deliberately insert them into a sleeve. Instead, they pull their arms back, move them uncontrollably, or clench their fists. This makes it difficult to insert their little hands into the tight sleeves of clothing.

[0022] In practice, parents often reach through the sleeve of a garment with their own hand to grasp the baby's hand and gently guide it through the sleeve. However, this process is cumbersome, time-consuming, and requires a great deal of dexterity.

[0023] Parents are especially careful with very young babies, as babies are delicate and their bodies are still very sensitive. Many parents worry about unintentionally hurting the baby or straining its fingers and joints while dressing it. This can quickly turn what should be an everyday situation into a stressful and unpleasant experience for both parent and child.

[0024] As babies and toddlers get older, they become more active and move around more. They often have little patience to sit still or wait until a piece of clothing is completely on. This makes the dressing process even more difficult and hectic.

[0025] Another problem is that many conventional garments with sleeves—especially baby jackets, children's jackets, sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, rompers, or similar outerwear—have limited space in the sleeve opening. This makes it difficult to safely and quickly insert a baby's arm into the sleeve.

[0026] Additionally, there is a risk that hard or mechanical elements of fastening systems, such as zippers or buttons, may come into direct contact with the sensitive baby skin during dressing, or that small fingers may be pinched.

[0027] Therefore, there is a need for a clothing design that makes it easier to insert the arms of babies and toddlers into sleeves, simplifies the dressing process for parents, and at the same time improves protection and comfort for the child. Solution

[0028] To solve the problems described above, a baby or child's garment is proposed, in particular a baby or child's jacket, in which an opening system running along the sleeve is provided in the area of ​​at least one sleeve; preferably on both sleeves.

[0029] This opening system allows the sleeve to be at least partially opened, thus widening the sleeve area. This makes it easier to insert a baby's or toddler's arm into the sleeve and position it correctly.

[0030] The opening system can extend from the hand opening of the sleeve to a section of the forearm, the middle of the arm, or even to the elbow. This variable opening length allows the sleeve to be opened partially or over a larger area, depending on the design.

[0031] The opening system can be implemented using various locking technologies, in particular by: • Zippers • Hook-and-loop fasteners • Snap fasteners • Magnetic closures • or comparable mechanical or magnetic locking systems.

[0032] These locking systems can be used individually or in combination with each other.

[0033] After inserting the arm, the fastening system can be easily closed, allowing the sleeve to regain its normal shape and ensuring the garment sits securely on the child's body.

[0034] For added safety, a protective cover may be provided at the end of the fastening system, for example a fabric flap, a padded protective layer or an inner lining element that prevents the fastening system from coming into direct contact with the baby's sensitive skin.

[0035] Additionally, a safety stopper may be provided to prevent a locking system from being closed beyond a certain position and thereby endangering the child's skin or small fingers.

[0036] This design makes dressing babies and toddlers considerably easier, as the sleeve can be opened, allowing parents to insert their arms without having to reach through the sleeve. This makes the dressing process faster, simpler, and less stressful for both parent and child.

[0037] The described solution can be used not only for baby and children's jackets, but also for other garments with sleeves, especially: • Sweaters • Hoodies • Rompers • Baby bodysuits • Pajamas • Baby sleeping bags with arm openings • Ponchos • Transitional jackets • Winter jackets • and similar garments with sleeves.

[0038] The present invention thus represents a functional clothing construction that improves comfort when putting on clothes, increases safety and can at the same time be versatilely applied to different types of clothing. Variants of the invention: Variant 1 - Sleeve opening with zipper

[0039] In a first embodiment, a zipper running along the sleeve is provided in the sleeve area.

[0040] The zipper can, for example, extend from the area of ​​the hand opening to about the middle of the arm, to the elbow, or over a larger section of the sleeve towards the shoulder.

[0041] Opening the zipper allows the sleeve area to be widened, making it easier to insert the arm of a baby or toddler.

[0042] After inserting the arm, the zipper can be closed again.

[0043] This design can be used in particular for baby jackets, children's jackets, sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, rompers or baby sleeping bags. Option 2 - Sleeve opening with Velcro closure

[0044] In another embodiment, the fastening element is designed as a hook-and-loop fastener.

[0045] The Velcro fastener can be positioned along a section of the sleeve, allowing for easy opening and closing of the sleeve area.

[0046] The fastener can consist of a hook and loop fastener that are joined together by pressing them together and can be easily opened again if necessary. Variant 3 - Sleeve opening with snap fasteners

[0047] In another embodiment, the sleeve can be equipped with a series of snap fasteners along a section.

[0048] By opening several snap fasteners, the sleeve area can be partially opened, making it easier to insert the arm.

[0049] After inserting the arm, the snap fasteners can be closed again. Variant 4 - Sleeve opening with magnetic closure

[0050] In another embodiment, magnetic elements integrated into the material can be used.

[0051] These magnetic closures allow for automatic or easy joining of the sleeve area after insertion of the arm.

[0052] Magnetic closures can be particularly convenient because they can be closed without much effort. Variant 5 - Combination of zipper and additional closure

[0053] In another embodiment, the sleeve can be equipped with a zipper that extends, for example, from the hand area to about the middle of the arm.

[0054] The remaining section of the sleeve can be additionally closed by another fastening system, for example by: • Magnetic closure • Snap button • Velcro fastener • Fabric flap or fabric cover

[0055] This combination can help to close the sleeve comfortably while preventing the zipper from coming into direct contact with the baby's skin. Variant 6 - Combination of several closure systems or flexible fabric guidance

[0056] In another embodiment, the sleeve area can be equipped with several different closure systems.

[0057] For example, a zipper may be provided in the middle of the sleeve, while an additional magnetic closure, snap fastener or Velcro closure may be used in the hand opening area.

[0058] Alternatively, the sleeve can be designed so that the baby's arm can be inserted through a flexible fabric guide, whereby the fabric area opens and then closes again through a gentle closure system, such as a magnetic button, a fabric flap or a Velcro fastener.

[0059] This design allows for particularly comfortable and skin-friendly dressing. Variant 7 - The opening length of the sleeve

[0060] In various embodiments, the opening system can extend along different areas of the sleeve.

[0061] The opening can have, for example, the following lengths: • from the area of ​​the hand opening to the middle of the forearm • from the area of ​​the hand opening to the middle of the arm • from the area of ​​the hand opening to the elbow • from the area of ​​the hand opening to the area of ​​the upper arm • from the area of ​​the hand opening to the shoulder area

[0062] Alternatively, the opening system can also extend only over a portion of the sleeve, for example in the area of ​​the hand opening or in the area of ​​the forearm.

[0063] The opening can be located along various areas of the sleeve, in particular: • along the underside of the sleeve • along a side seam of the sleeve • along the top of the sleeve • or along any section of the sleeve

[0064] Due to different opening lengths, the sleeve can be partially or fully opened, depending on the design, making it easier to insert the arm of a baby or toddler.

[0065] These designs can be used in various garments, in particular in: • Baby jackets • Children's jackets • Sweaters • Hoodies • Rompers • Pajamas • Baby sleeping bags • Ponchos • and similar garments with sleeves. Variant 8 - Concealed closure

[0066] In another embodiment, the fastening system can be integrated within a fabric cover or layer in the sleeve, so that the fastening is not visible from the outside or only partially visible.

[0067] The fabric cover can also serve to avoid direct contact between the fastening system and the baby's sensitive skin. Variant 9 - Elastic opening zone

[0068] In another embodiment, an elastic fabric area can be provided in the sleeve area.

[0069] This elastic area allows for a temporary widening of the sleeve opening, making it easier to insert the arm of a baby or toddler.

[0070] After the arm is inserted, the fabric returns to its original shape. Variant 10 - Separable sleeve structure

[0071] In another embodiment, the sleeve can consist of two or more fabric segments arranged along a section of the sleeve.

[0072] These fabric segments can be connected to each other by a fastening system, for example by a zipper, Velcro, snap fasteners or magnetic closures.

[0073] Opening the closure system allows the sleeve area to be widened. Variant 11 - Double closure

[0074] In another embodiment, the sleeve can be equipped with two parallel fastening systems that can be opened and closed independently. This design allows for different opening options for the sleeve and can further simplify the dressing process. Variant 12 - Sleeves with integrated opening unit

[0075] In another embodiment, the sleeve can have an integrated opening unit that can be integrated as a standalone construction into various garments.

[0076] The sleeve with the opening system can be used, for example, in baby jackets, children's jackets, sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, rompers or baby sleeping bags. Protective mechanisms

[0077] To protect the sensitive skin of babies and toddlers, the present invention may include additional protective and safety elements.

[0078] In particular, protective mechanisms may be provided in the area of ​​the sleeve's opening device to prevent fastening elements from coming into direct contact with the child's skin or from body parts, especially fingers, being trapped when closing a fastening system.

[0079] The following protective mechanisms, for example, may be provided for this purpose: • Fabric flaps or fabric covers that are positioned between the closure system and the skin • padded protective layers that cover hard locking elements • Inner lining or additional layers of fabric that separate the closure area from skin contact • Safety stops that limit the complete closing of a locking system • Rounded or concealed locking elements that prevent injuries • Elastic fabric areas that reduce pressure on the skin • Soft edges on the sleeves to avoid friction or pressure points.

[0080] The protective mechanisms can be used individually or in combination and are located particularly in the area of ​​the sleeve closure and in the area of ​​the hand opening.

[0081] These additional protective measures can prevent sensitive baby skin from being stressed by hard fastening elements or small fingers from being pinched during the dressing process.

[0082] The described protective mechanisms can be used in all variants of the invention, regardless of whether the opening system is implemented by zippers, Velcro fasteners, snap fasteners, magnetic closures or comparable closure systems. Character description Fig. 1 - Front view of a baby or child's jacket Fig. Figure 1 shows a front view of a garment, in particular a baby or child's jacket (1), with a hood (2) and two sleeves (6). A zipper (7) is provided along the sleeve, extending from the hand opening (8) to approximately the middle of the arm. The zipper allows the sleeve to be partially opened, making it easier to insert a baby's or toddler's arm into the sleeve. Fig. 2 - Side view of a sleeve with zipper Fig. Figure 2 shows a single sleeve (6) of the jacket with a zipper (7) arranged along the sleeve. The zipper runs from the hand opening (8) to approximately the middle of the arm (4) and allows the opening of the sleeve area to be widened. Fig. 3 - Detail view of the sleeve end Fig. Figure 3 shows a detailed view of the sleeve end with the zipper (7). A closure element, such as a magnetic closure or snap fastener (10), is provided at the end of the zipper. This closure element serves to close the last section of the sleeve and at the same time prevent the zipper from coming into direct contact with the baby's sensitive skin. Fig. 4 - Open sleeve Fig.Figure 4 shows a partially opened sleeve (6) with the zipper (7) open. The opening widens the sleeve, making it easier to insert the arm of a baby or toddler. Reference symbol list 1 baby or child's jacket / garment 2 hood 3 Shoulder area 4 Arm mid-sleeve / middle sleeve area 5 Jacket body / torso area 6 sleeves 7 Zipper in the sleeve area 8 Hand opening / Sleeve opening 9. Direction of movement of the zipper 10. Closure element at the sleeve end (e.g. magnetic closure, snap fastener or Velcro closure) Extended application of the invention

[0083] The present invention is not limited to baby or children's jackets. The described opening system in the sleeve area can, in principle, also be used in other garments. • Sweaters • Hoodies • Rompers • Baby bodysuits • Pajamas • Baby sleeping bags with sleeve area • Ponchos • Transitional jackets • Summer jackets • Winter jackets • Outdoor clothing • Functional clothing • Adaptive clothing for people with limited mobility

[0084] All of the aforementioned garments may feature a partially opening sleeve area that can be opened and closed using various closure systems such as zippers, Velcro, snap fasteners or magnetic closures. Extension clause / General extension wording

[0085] The embodiments described above serve only to illustrate the invention and do not represent a limitation of the scope of protection.

[0086] Experts in the field of clothing construction can make various modifications, combinations and adaptations of the described features without departing from the core of the present invention.

[0087] In particular, individual features of the described variants can be combined with each other or replaced by technically equivalent elements.

[0088] Likewise, the described opening and closing systems can be implemented in different positions on the sleeve or in different lengths, provided that the basic function of facilitating the insertion of the arm into the sleeve is maintained.

[0089] The present invention therefore also includes all technical embodiments that are obvious to those skilled in the art based on the described teaching. Transferability to other garments

[0090] The present invention is not limited to baby or children's jackets: The described opening system in the sleeve area can, in principle, be used in various garments with sleeves, in particular in sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, rompers, baby sleeping bags, ponchos, as well as summer, winter or transitional jackets or similar garments.

Claims

(Main claim) Clothing for babies or toddlers, in particular a baby or child's jacket, with at least one sleeve, characterized in that an opening system extending along a section of the sleeve is provided in the area of ​​the sleeve, which allows at least partial opening of the sleeve to facilitate the insertion of the arm of a baby or toddler. Garment according to claim 1, characterized in that the opening system extends from the area of ​​the hand opening of the sleeve to a section of the forearm, the middle of the arm or to the elbow. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the opening system is formed by a closure system. Garment according to claim 3, characterized in that the closure system is a zipper. Garment according to claim 3, characterized in that the closure system is a hook-and-loop fastener. Garment according to claim 3, characterized in that the closure system is formed by snap fasteners. Garment according to claim 3, characterized in that the closure system is formed by magnetic closures. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several fastening systems are used in combination. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a fabric cover, protective flap, padding or inner lining is provided in the area of ​​the opening system to avoid direct contact between the closure system and the child's skin. A garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the opening system is used in various garments, in particular in: • baby and children's jackets • pullovers • hoodies • rompers • baby sleeping bags • pajamas • ponchos • transitional or winter jackets. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the opening device is realized by a mechanical, textile, magnetic or elastic closure system or by a flexible fabric construction which allows a temporary expansion of the sleeve area. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several opening or closing systems are combined, in particular zipper, hook and loop fastener, snap fastener, magnetic closure or elastic fabric elements. Garment according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that protective mechanisms are provided in the area of ​​the opening or closing system, in particular fabric flaps, padded protective layers, linings, safety stoppers or comparable protective structures.

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