GARMENT

Description

[0001] Clothing items are often provided with pockets that vary in size and / or shape and / or can be attached in different positions on the garment. While such pockets can be attached to garments for purely cosmetic purposes, garments are generally provided with pockets for functional reasons, to at least partially accommodate items within the respective pocket. This allows items to be temporarily stored or stowed in the respective pocket and removed from the pocket when needed.

[0002] Pockets attached to clothing are often equipped with a zipper to allow the pockets to be closed. This allows the items contained within the pocket to be secured inside, thus reducing the risk of items falling out.

[0003] To retrieve an object from a zippered pocket, the zipper must first be opened. A user can then reach into an opening in the pocket exposed by the zipper to grasp the object and remove it from the pocket. The process of grasping and / or removing objects from the pocket thus depends significantly on the properties of the opening, such as its size and / or geometry. The operability and / or user-friendliness of the pocket can be enhanced by facilitating this process.

[0004] Since the zipper closes and releases the access opening, the size and / or geometry of the access opening depends largely on the properties of the zipper, in particular on its size and / or geometry, for example its length.

[0005] However, the garments known from the state of the art with pockets that can be closed with zippers have disadvantages with regard to the operability and / or user-friendliness of the pockets.

[0006] JP 2008 138302 A discloses a fishing jacket with a jacket body and pockets arranged side by side thereon. The openings of each of the pockets include lateral first opening portions and elongated second opening portions extending downward from the inner ends of the first opening portions. The pockets can each be opened and closed via a zipper.

[0007] It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a garment with a pocket which can enable improved operability and / or user-friendliness by the user.

[0008] This object is achieved by a garment defined by the features of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments with expedient further developments of the invention are specified in the respective subclaims and in the following description.

[0009] The item of clothing comprises at least one clothing element designed to be worn on a region of a user's body. The item of clothing is preferably a pair of trousers, for example long trousers or shorts. The clothing element is preferably a trouser leg. The item of clothing can in particular be outdoor trousers or work trousers. Alternatively, however, the item of clothing can also be a top, for example a shirt or a jacket. However, other items of clothing are also conceivable, for example a shoe, a backpack, a helmet, or other items of clothing that can be worn on the user's body, or at least close to the body.

[0010] Furthermore, the garment has at least one pocket that is placed on an outer side of the clothing element and fastened to the clothing element. The pocket preferably defines an interior space arranged therein, which is designed to at least partially, preferably completely, accommodate at least one object. Furthermore, the garment has at least one zipper for opening and closing at least one opening of the pocket. The opening can serve to allow access to the interior of the pocket, for example by a user's hand reaching through the opening, for example to grasp an object arranged in the interior, and optionally to remove it from the interior. The outer side of the clothing element is to be understood in particular as the side of the clothing element that faces away from the body of a wearer of the garment.An inner side of the clothing element, however, may face the body of the wearer of the garment. The inner side of the clothing element may at least partially touch the body of the wearer of the garment.

[0011] Because the pocket described herein is attached to an outer side of the garment element, the pocket described herein can be provided with greater storage space and / or a larger opening cross-section. Furthermore, such pockets can be more easily integrated into the trousers, for example, even retrofitted into existing and / or used trousers. For example, the integrity of the trousers is compromised to a lesser extent than with side pockets. Furthermore, a patch pocket can provide greater wearing comfort compared to side pockets.

[0012] The zipper has at least one actuating element that can be moved between a first position of the zipper, in which the opening of the pocket is open, and a second position, in which the opening of the pocket is substantially closed. The actuating element can be configured to be gripped and actuated by a user, in particular by a hand of the user, in order to move the actuating element into the first and / or the second position. Preferably, the actuating element is designed as a slider. The slider can have a further element attached thereto, which can facilitate gripping and actuating the slider. For example, at least one strap can be attached to the slider to facilitate gripping and actuating the slider.

[0013] The zipper has at least one curved section such that the actuating element is movable along a curved path when moving between the first position and the second position in the curved section.

[0014] The provision of a curved section along which the actuating element is movable along a curved path when moving between the first position and the second position in the curved section can enable a relatively large and / or ergonomic access opening compared to previously known linear zippers.

[0015] In previously known linear zippers, the corresponding access opening has a relatively small cross-sectional area. This significantly limits the size of the access opening. This can make it difficult to grasp and / or remove items from the respective pocket. Furthermore, the user's field of vision must often be directed towards the access opening to complete the grasping and removal process, which frequently requires the use of both hands. This can distract the user from other activities, such as performing manual work. This can endanger the user's safety and / or health.

[0016] The size of the pocket opening can be quite important, especially in workwear and outdoor applications. For example, the user should be able to reach into the respective pocket while wearing gloves without first having to remove them to enable efficient and / or comfortable work. Furthermore, the object, such as a tool, should be able to be placed in or removed from the pocket quickly, safely, and easily.

[0017] Often, items in a bag, especially smaller ones, fall to the bottom of the bag. Therefore, a comfortable and ergonomic way to reach into the bag can make it easier to retrieve such items from the bottom of the bag.

[0018] The pocket is preferably made of a flexible material, preferably a textile material. This allows at least one area of ​​the pocket to be folded out or in at the curved section, for example away from the interior of the pocket or into the interior, in order to enlarge the opening to the interior of the pocket. This allows, for example, objects held in the pocket to be at least partially exposed in order to make it easier to grip the respective object. The longer the zipper, the larger the access opening. Designing the pocket as a patch pocket that is attached to an outer side of the clothing element can enable or at least facilitate such a folding out or folding in of the pocket.

[0019] Preferably, one end of the zipper is spaced from a lower edge of the pocket, relative to a normal wearing state of the garment on a standing user, preferably by at least 20 mm, preferably at least 30 mm, more preferably at least 40 mm, more preferably at least 50 mm, most preferably at least 60 mm. Other spacing values, for example at least 70 mm or more, are also conceivable. This can prevent objects from falling out of the pocket, or at least reduce the risk of objects falling out of the pocket, even when the zipper is fully open.

[0020] In addition to the curved section, the pocket can also have further, for example straight sections. For example, the pocket can have at least one straight section in front of the curved section, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position, and / or at least one straight section behind the curved section, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position. This allows the user, for example, to open the pocket only along at least a region of the straight section that is arranged in front of the curved section, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position. Such a process can be useful, for example, when a relatively slender object, such as a meter stick, is to be placed in or removed from the pocket.

[0021] If the user wishes to place a larger item in or remove it from the bag, the user can open the zipper further along at least part of the curved section to enlarge the access opening to the interior of the bag. This can facilitate the process of placing the item in or removing it from the bag.

[0022] The bag can have at least one protective element, such as a strip, that at least partially covers the zipper. This can prevent dirt and / or water from entering the bag, or at least reduce the risk of water entering the bag. Furthermore, this can protect the zipper from dirt and / or damage. The protective element can be made of an elastic material, such as a textile or plastic.

[0023] The pocket may also have at least one cover element at at least one end of the zipper, preferably at both ends, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element between the first position and the second position. The cover element is configured to at least partially cover the actuating element at the respective end of the zipper when the actuating element is arranged at the respective end of the zipper, for example when the zipper is in a fully closed or fully open state. This allows the actuating element to be protected from external influences, for example, dirt and / or water.In addition, the actuating element can be at least partially fixed by the cover element in order to prevent or at least reduce movement of the actuating element and / or elements attached to the actuating element, for example a strap or other tag.

[0024] The bag may have a pocket pouch that is folded into the pocket. For example, exposed zipper edges can be concealed by the pocket pouch, thus providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance to the garment. The pocket pouch may be quilted along the zipper. This can prevent the pocket pouch from penetrating an area of ​​the zipper when opening and / or closing the zipper, or at least reduce the risk of such a situation. This can prevent the zipper from jamming, or at least reduce the risk of it jamming.

[0025] The zipper can be sewn onto the pocket or the garment element. Alternatively, the zipper can be attached to the garment element using alternative fastening mechanisms, such as a fabric-to-fabric connection.

[0026] Preferably, the actuating element is movable substantially in a (single) plane of movement when moving between the first position and the second position. The zipper can have a plurality of engagement elements which are designed to engage with one another when the zipper is closed in order to close the opening of the pocket. The zipper is preferably designed such that the engagement elements engage with one another substantially in a direction which runs substantially in an angular range of 60° to 110°, preferably from 65° to 105°, more preferably from 70° to 105°, more preferably from 75° to 105°, most preferably from 80° to 100°, to the plane of movement. By arranging the direction of engagement of the engagement elements perpendicular or almost perpendicular to the plane of movement of the actuating element, an opening or closing movement can be achieved.The zipper's closing process can be made smoother, for example, compared to configurations where the direction of engagement lies in the plane of movement of the actuating element or where there is at least a relatively small angle between the direction of engagement and the plane of movement of the actuating element. This can reduce the stresses on the zipper accordingly, which can extend its service life.

[0027] Preferably, the pocket has a bellows at least in regions along one edge of the pocket, which bellows protrude outwards from the outside of the clothing element. When the garment is normally worn by a standing user, the bellows preferably protrude from the outside of the garment outwards, i.e. away from the user's body, by 5 mm to 50 mm, more preferably from 10 mm to 45 mm, more preferably from 15 mm to 40 mm, most preferably from 20 mm to 40 mm. The provision of a bellows can increase the storage space of the pocket and / or make the bag easier to use for the user, for example to make it easier to grip and remove objects from the pocket.

[0028] Preferably, the zipper is arranged at least partially on the bellows and extends at least along a region of the bellows. This allows the zipper to be at least partially, preferably completely, integrated into the bellows. This allows, on the one hand, the zipper to be integrated more inconspicuously into the garment in order to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the garment. Furthermore, the access opening of the pocket can be enlarged, in particular by folding out or in a region of the pocket along the bellows, for example away from the interior of the pocket or into the interior, in order to make it easier to grip and remove at least one object from the pocket.

[0029] Preferably, a region of the edge of the pocket transitions substantially continuously to the clothing element. Preferably, the region of the edge of the pocket is arranged substantially opposite at least one region of the bellows. Due to the continuous transition between said region of the edge of the pocket and the clothing element, the pocket can be seamlessly integrated into the garment. This can enhance the aesthetic appeal of the garment. This can particularly increase the suitability of the trousers for leisure purposes. Preferably, said region of the edge of the pocket is attached to the clothing element by means of a main seam of the garment, i.e. a seam that is present on the garment even without the provision of the pocket. This allows the pocket to be integrated more inconspicuously into the garment in order to further enhance the aesthetic appeal of the garment.

[0030] The zipper preferably has at least one substantially rectilinear section, such that the actuating element can be moved along a substantially rectilinear path in the rectilinear section when moving between the first position and the second position. For example, the rectilinear section can be arranged in front of the curved section with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position. This allows the user, for example, to only open the bag along at least a portion of the rectilinear section. Such an operation can be useful, for example, if the user wants to place a relatively slender object, such as a meter stick, into the bag or remove it from the bag.Alternatively, the straight section can be arranged behind the curved section with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position. If a larger access opening is required and / or desired, the zipper can be opened further via the curved section, and optionally additionally via the straight section arranged behind the curved section, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position.

[0031] Preferably, the straight section of the zipper has a length of at least 30 mm, preferably at least 50 mm, more preferably at least 70 mm, more preferably at least 90 mm, more preferably at least 110 mm, more preferably at least 130 mm, most preferably at least 150 mm.

[0032] Preferably, the zipper has at least two substantially rectilinear sections, such that the actuating element can be moved along a substantially rectilinear path in the respective rectilinear section when moving between the first position and the second position. Preferably, the curved section is arranged between the rectilinear sections with respect to a movement path of the actuating element from the first position to the second position. This allows the user, for example, to open the bag only along at least a region of the rectilinear section that is arranged in front of the curved section with respect to a movement direction of the actuating element from the second position to the first position, as already described above.If a larger access opening is required and / or desired, the zipper can be opened further via the curved section, and optionally additionally via the straight section arranged behind the curved section, with respect to a direction of movement of the actuating element from the second position to the first position.

[0033] Preferably, the two straight sections extend at an angle to each other within an angular range of 90° to 160°, preferably from 95° to 150°, more preferably from 100° to 140°, more preferably from 105° to 140°, and most preferably from 110° to 130°. Particularly for an angular range of 110° to 130°, an optimal compromise can be achieved between the largest possible access opening into the pocket by folding out as much of the pocket as possible at the curved section, the required assembly effort, and the smoothest possible zipper operation.

[0034] The garment additionally features a utensil holder configured to hold at least one utensil. The utensil holder is detachably attachable to the garment within the pocket.

[0035] The utensil holder can be arranged entirely within the pocket, at least in the second position of the zipper. The utensil holder can have a folder- or card-like configuration.

[0036] The utensil holder can further enhance the usability of the garment. In particular, the interior of the pocket can influence the usability when reaching into a pocket, removing items from the pocket, and / or placing items in the pocket. Therefore, the organized placement of utensils in the pocket using the utensil holder, for example, to allow for quicker access to a utensil, can positively influence user-friendliness. In particular, this can result in relatively comfortable and ergonomic reaching into the pocket and retrieving utensils.

[0037] The utensil holder, in particular the detachable attachment of the utensil holder to the garment, enables a modular system. In particular, different utensil holders can be attached to the garment, depending on the user's task(s) and / or the garment's intended use. Accordingly, the detachable attachment of the utensil holder to the garment allows the utensil holder to be exchanged for a different utensil holder as required, depending on the user's needs. This allows the garment to be used in a relatively versatile manner for a wide variety of applications. For example, a plurality of different utensil holders can be provided, each adapted to a specific application, for example a particular profession and / or leisure activity.If the utensil holder is removed, the garment can also be used for leisure purposes, for example.

[0038] The utensil holder can also comprise at least one adapter element configured to attach the utensil holder to different positions on the user's body, for example, to a belt of the user or to an outer layer of the garment. This allows the user to detach the utensil holder from the pocket, remove it, and attach it to a customized position, further increasing the user-friendliness and customization options of the garment.

[0039] The adapter element can, for example, have at least one tab, preferably at least two tabs, which is / are configured to be attached to a waistband of the garment, preferably a waistband when the garment is configured as trousers. The adapter element can have at least one fastening element, preferably at least one zipper, which is configured to attach the utensil holding device to the adapter element.

[0040] The utensil holder can be configured to hold or receive tools, for example, a measuring device, such as a ruler or multimeter, or a screwdriver, or stationery. Preferably, the utensil holder can be configured to hold or receive a plurality of utensils simultaneously. For this purpose, the utensil holder can have a plurality of holding elements that can secure objects to the utensil holder.

[0041] Preferably, at least one holding element has a stiffening element that is designed to at least partially fix an edge of the holding element in an open position of the holding element in order to provide a receiving opening of the holding element that is designed to at least partially receive an object, preferably a utensil. As a result, the edge of the holding element can be bent open and at least partially locked in the bent position by the stiffening element, so that the user does not have to hold the receiving opening open themselves in order to insert an object or utensil into the receiving opening. This can further facilitate the operation of the bag, in particular the utensil holding device. The stiffening element can be designed, for example, as a wire, a band, or a rod.The stiffening element can be made of a material, for example a metal or plastic, which gives the stiffening element sufficient rigidity to at least partially fix the edge of the respective holding element in the bent-up position.

[0042] An upper portion of the bag may additionally be reinforced with a material, preferably a relatively strong material, to protect the attachment of the utensil holder from tearing out.

[0043] The detachable attachment between the utensil holder and the garment may include a zipper, button, hook-and-loop, magnetic, or other detachable connection. The detachable connection may be released without substantially compromising the integrity of the utensil holder and the garment.

[0044] Preferably, the utensil holding device is detachably attachable to the garment by means of at least one zipper. The utensil holding device can be detachably attachable to the garment by means of a further detachable connecting element. Preferably, the further detachable connecting element is arranged at a distance from the zipper. Preferably, the zipper is attached to a first edge, or at least near the first edge, of the utensil holding device, and the further detachable connecting element is attached to a second edge, or at least near the second edge, of the utensil holding device, wherein the first edge and the second edge are preferably arranged substantially opposite one another. This can increase the fixation of the utensil holding device in the pocket.Additionally, at least one flap with at least one snap fastener can be provided, which can be located next to the zipper. This can prevent the zipper from opening accidentally.

[0045] Preferably, the zipper has a total length along which the actuating element is movable, which is at least 200 mm, preferably at least 250 mm, more preferably at least 300 mm, more preferably at least 350 mm, more preferably at least 400 mm, more preferably at least 450 mm, more preferably at least 500 mm, most preferably at least 550 mm.

[0046] Preferably, the zipper extends over at least 30%, preferably at least 35%, more preferably at least 40%, more preferably at least 45%, most preferably at least 50%, of an entire edge of the bag.

[0047] Preferably, the item of clothing additionally has a guide element which is designed to guide an object, preferably a utensil, when it is inserted into one of the holding elements. Preferably, the guide element is spaced from the respective holding element. The guide element is preferably arranged in front of the holding element with respect to an insertion direction of the utensil into the respective holding element. This can facilitate the insertion of the utensil into the respective holding element. For this purpose, the holding element can have a receiving opening which is designed to at least partially receive the utensil. The guide element can be designed so that the utensil can be at least partially passed through the receiving opening when the utensil is inserted into the respective holding element. The guide element can be designed, for example, as a tab.Preferably, the guide element is arranged entirely within the pocket so that the guide element is not visible from the outside when the zipper is in the closed position.

[0048] Further advantages, features, and details of the invention will become apparent from the following description of a preferred embodiment and from the drawings. The features and combinations of features mentioned above in the description, as well as the features and combinations of features mentioned below in the description of the figures and / or shown alone in the figures, can be used not only in the respective combinations specified, but also in other combinations or on their own, without departing from the scope of the invention. Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a pocket with a zipper for a garment according to the invention, wherein the zipper is closed; Fig. 2 shows the pocket of Fig. 1 , with the zipper partially open; Fig. 3 shows the bag made of Fig. 1 and 2 , with the zipper open wider than in the illustration according to Fig. 2 ; Fig. 4 shows the bag made of Fig. 1 to 3 , with the zipper fully open; Fig. 5 shows the bag made of Fig. 1 to 4 , wherein a utensil holder is partially placed over an outer cover of the bag; Fig. 6 shows the bag from Fig. 1 in a partially transparent view; Fig. 7 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the bag, wherein a utensil holder is partially placed over an outer cover of the bag; Fig. 8 shows the bag from Fig. 7in a partially transparent view; Fig. 9A shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the utensil holding device; Fig. 9B shows a plan view of the utensil holding device from Fig. 9A ; Fig. 10 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of a pocket with a zipper for a garment according to the invention, wherein the zipper is closed; Fig. 11 shows a front view of a garment according to the invention with a pocket according to one of the Fig. 2 to 10 shown embodiments; Fig. 12 shows a front view of another embodiment of a garment according to the invention with a pocket according to one of the embodiments shown in Fig. 2 to 10 shown embodiments. Fig. 1 shows a pocket 10 which is applied to an outer side of a clothing element of a garment and can be attached to the clothing element. The garment or the clothing element in which the pocket 10 is attached to the outside of the garment and attached to the clothing element is in the Fig. 8 and 9 , which are described in more detail below.

[0049] Fig. 1 further shows a zipper 12 for opening and closing an access opening 14 (see Fig. 2 to 5 ) of the pocket 10. The zipper 12 has an actuating element 16 (see Fig. 2 to 5 ) which is movable between a first position, in which the opening 14 of the pocket 10 is open, and a second position, in which the opening 14 of the pocket 10 is substantially closed, of the zipper 12. The actuating element 16 is according to the in Fig. 1 shown figure in the second position, ie the opening 14 of the pocket 10 is in Fig. 1 essentially closed. The actuating element 16 is preferably designed as a slider. Furthermore, a band 17 is attached to the actuating element 16 to facilitate gripping and moving the actuating element 16.

[0050] The zipper 12 has a curved section 18 such that the actuating element 16 is movable along a curved path when moving between the first position and the second position in the curved section 18.

[0051] The zipper 12 further comprises two substantially rectilinear sections 20, 22, such that the actuating element 16 is movable along a substantially rectilinear path when moving between the first position and the second position in the respective rectilinear section 20, 22. The curved section 18 is arranged between the rectilinear sections 20, 22 with respect to a movement path of the actuating element 16 from the first position to the second position.

[0052] The straight sections 20, 22 extend at an angle α to one another, which lies in an angular range of 90° to 160°, preferably of 95° to 150°, more preferably of 100° to 140°, more preferably of 105° to 140°, most preferably of 110° to 130°.

[0053] The actuating element 16 is movable between the first position and the second position essentially in a plane of movement. The plane of movement essentially corresponds to the plane of the drawing of the Fig. 1 to 7 or the plane of movement is at least essentially parallel to the plane of the drawing of the Fig. 1 to 7The zipper 12 has a plurality of engagement elements 24 that are configured to engage with each other when closing the zipper 12 when the actuating element 16 is moved over the respective engagement elements 24 to close the opening 14 of the pocket 10. The zipper 12 is configured such that the engagement elements 24 engage with each other in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the plane of movement. Alternatively, the engagement elements 24 can engage with each other in a direction that is substantially at an angle of 60° to 110°, preferably 65° to 105°, more preferably 70° to 105°, more preferably 75° to 105°, most preferably 80° to 100°, to the plane of movement.

[0054] The pocket 10 has, in some areas along an edge 26 of the pocket 10, a bellows 28 which projects outwards from the outside of the clothing element (see Fig. 8 and 9). The zipper 12 is arranged on a portion of the bellows 28 and extends along the bellows 28. The bellows 28 may extend over the entire edge 26 of the pocket 10. Alternatively, the bellows 28 may extend only along a portion of the edge 26 of the pocket 10, as shown in the Fig. 1 to 9 is shown. A region 31 of the edge 26 of the pocket 10 can thus be free of the bellows 28. This region 31 can transition substantially continuously to the clothing element, wherein the region 31 is arranged substantially opposite at least a region of the bellows 28.

[0055] The bag 10 also has a cover element 30 which is designed to at least partially cover the actuating element at one end of the zipper 12. According to the Fig. 1 to 7In the embodiment shown, the cover element 30 is arranged at an end 32 of the zipper 12 at which the actuating element 16 is located in the second position, in which the opening 14 of the pocket 10 is closed. This allows the actuating element 16 to be protected from external influences, such as dirt and / or water, when the actuating element 16 is arranged in the second position.

[0056] In addition, the actuating element 16 can be at least partially fixed by the cover element 30 in order to prevent or at least reduce movement of the actuating element 16 and / or elements attached to the actuating element 16, for example a strap or other tag.

[0057] The pocket 10 has a total height h, which is preferably from 100 mm to 500 mm, more preferably from 150 mm to 500 mm, more preferably from 200 mm to 500 mm, more preferably from 250 mm to 450 mm, most preferably from 300 mm to 450 mm, and a total width b, which is preferably from 50 mm to 400 mm, more preferably from 100 mm to 350 mm, most preferably from 150 mm to 300 mm. The bellows 28 has a depth t, with which the bellows 28 protrudes outwards from the outside of the garment, i.e., away from the body of the user, when the garment is normally worn by a standing user. Preferably, the depth t is from 5 mm to 50 mm, more preferably from 10 mm to 45 mm, more preferably from 15 mm to 40 mm, most preferably from 20 mm to 40 mm.

[0058] An end 35 of the zipper 12 is spaced a distance a from a lower edge 37 of the pocket 12, relative to a normal wearing condition of the corresponding garment on a standing user. The end 35 corresponds to the position at which the actuating element 16 is positioned when the zipper 12 is fully opened (see Fig. 4 ). This corresponds to the first position of the zipper 12. The distance a is preferably from 15 mm to 80 mm, more preferably from 20 mm to 70 mm, more preferably from 25 mm to 60 mm, most preferably from 30 mm to 50 mm. This can prevent objects from falling out of the pocket 10, or at least reduce the risk of objects falling out of the pocket 10, even when the zipper 12 is fully open.

[0059] In contrast to the illustration of the Fig. 1 , the zipper 12 is in the Fig. 2shown configuration of the pocket 12 is partially opened to partially expose the opening 14 of the pocket 10. This allows, for example, an object 34 which is in Fig. 2 designed as a meter stick, can already be grasped by a user and removed from the pocket 10.

[0060] According to the illustration of the Fig. 3 the zipper 12 is opened further to expose a larger part of the opening 14 of the bag 10. This allows, for example, a user to grasp larger objects and remove them from the bag 10.

[0061] According to the illustration of the Fig. 4the zipper 12 is fully open to completely expose the opening 14. This allows at least a section of an outer cover 41 of the bag 10 to be folded out or down, for example to at least partially expose a utensil holding device 36. This makes the utensil holding device 36 easily accessible to a user. The utensil holding device 36 can hold or at least partially accommodate at least one utensil, for example a tool or a stationery item, via a plurality of holding elements 39. The utensil holding device 36 can be detachably fastened to the bag 10 within the bag 10 by means of at least one further zipper 38. In the second position of the zipper 12, the utensil holding device 36 can be arranged completely within the bag 10.The configuration of the utensil holding device 36, in particular of the holding elements 39, can depend on the respective application of the corresponding garment, for example, to accommodate utensils of different dimensions and / or different types. The utensil holding device 36 can have different designs depending on the application, for example, depending on the intended use of the corresponding garment. For example, the number and / or design, for example, the geometry and / or dimensions, of the holding elements 39 can be varied or adapted to the application.

[0062] Fig. 5 essentially shows the configuration of the pocket 10 from Fig. 2 . In contrast to the illustration according to Fig. 2, the utensil holder 36 is placed over a portion of the outer cover 41 of the bag 10 to at least partially expose the utensil holder 36. This makes the utensil holder 36 accessible to a user without having to fully open the zipper 12, as shown in Fig. 4 is shown.

[0063] Fig. 6 shows a partially transparent view of the configuration of the pocket 10 from Fig. 1 The utensil holder 36 is connected to the device by means of a further detachable connecting element 43, which Fig. 6 designed as a button connection 43, detachably attachable to the pocket 10.

[0064] The further detachable connecting element 43 is arranged at a distance from the zipper 38. In particular, the zipper 38 is attached to a first edge 45, or at least near the first edge 45, of the utensil holder 36, and the further detachable connecting element 43 is attached to a second edge 47, or at least near the second edge 47, of the utensil holder 36. The first edge 45 and the second edge 47 are arranged substantially opposite one another. This can increase the fixation of the utensil holder 36 in the pocket 10.

[0065] The button connection 43 includes a first button connection element 49 disposed within the pocket 10 and a second button connection element 51 secured to the utensil holder 36. The first button connection element 49 and the second button connection element 51 are configured to engage with each other to secure the utensil holder 36 to the pocket 10 by means of the connection element 43. Fig. 6 also shows on the right edge of Fig. 6 Detailed views of the utensil holder 36 and the pocket 10 with the respective button connection element 49 and 51. For a better overview, the utensil holder 36 and the pocket 10 are shown in the respective detailed view on the right edge of the Fig. 6 shown separately from each other.

[0066] Fig. 7 and 8show a further embodiment of the bag 10, wherein a utensil holder 136 is placed over a portion of the outer cover 41 of the bag 10 to at least partially expose the utensil holder 136. This makes the utensil holder 136 accessible to a user without the zipper 12 of the bag 10 having to be fully opened, as shown in Fig. 7 is shown.

[0067] The utensil holding device 136 is provided with two further detachable connecting elements 43a, 43b, which are Fig. 8 each designed as a button connection, can be detachably fastened to the pocket 10. This allows the utensil holder 136 to be fixed in the pocket 10 relative to the Fig. 6shown embodiment, in which only one further detachable connecting element 43 is provided. The detachable connecting elements 43a, 43b are arranged at substantially opposite corners or edges of the utensil holding device 136.

[0068] The button connections 43a, 43b each include a first button connection element 49a, 49b disposed within the pocket 10 and a second button connection element 51a, 51b attached to the utensil holder 136. The first button connection elements 49a, 49b and the second button connection elements 51a, 51b are configured to engage with each other to attach the utensil holder 136 to the pocket 10 by means of the connection elements 43a, 43b. Fig. 8 also shows on the right edge of Fig. 8Detailed views of the utensil holder 136 and the pocket 10 with the respective button connecting elements 49a, 49b and 51a, 51b. For a better overview, the utensil holder 136 and the pocket 10 are shown in the respective detailed view on the right edge of the Fig. 8 shown separately from each other.

[0069] Furthermore, the pocket 10 has, according to the Fig. 7 and 8 shown embodiment, a guide element 53 which is designed to at least partially guide an utensil, for example a tool, when inserting it into one of the holding elements 39 in order to facilitate the insertion process of the utensil into the holding element 39. For this purpose, the holding element 39 is according to the embodiment of the Fig. 7 and 8designed as a tab which is configured to at least partially receive the utensil in such a way that the utensil, when inserted into one of the holding elements 39, can be at least partially passed through the guide element 53. The guide element 53 can be designed for different utensils, e.g., meter sticks and / or screwdrivers, for example by adapting the shape and / or dimensions of the guide element 53 accordingly.

[0070] Furthermore, the pocket 10 has, according to the Fig. 7 and 8shown embodiment, a cover element 55 which is designed to at least partially cover or accommodate an actuating element 57 of the zipper 38, which is designed to open and close the zipper 38, at one end of the zipper 38. As a result, the actuating element 57 can be protected from external influences, for example dirt and / or water, when the actuating element 57 is in the Fig. 8 shown position, ie in a substantially closed position.

[0071] Fig. 9A and 9B show a further embodiment of the utensil holding device 36. In contrast to the Fig. 4 to 8 shown utensil holding device 36 or 136, the holding elements 39 of the utensil holding device 236 of the Fig. 9A and 9Ba stiffening element 138, which is designed to at least partially fix an edge 140 of the respective holding element 39 in an open position of the respective holding element 39. As a result, the edge 140 of the respective holding element 39 can be bent open, wherein the stiffening element 138 at least partially locks the edge 140 in the bent position, so that a receiving opening 142 of the respective holding element 39 can be provided at least temporarily, through which a utensil can be at least partially received without the user having to keep the receiving opening 142 open themselves. This can further facilitate the operation of the bag 10, in particular the utensil holding device 236. The stiffening element 138 can be designed, for example, as a wire, a band, or a rod.The stiffening element 138 can be made of a material, for example, a metal or plastic, which provides the stiffening element 138 with sufficient rigidity to at least partially lock the edge 140 of the respective retaining element 39 in the bent-up position. Each of the retaining elements 39 can have its own separate stiffening element 138. Alternatively, a stiffening element 138 can extend over the edge 140 of at least two of the retaining elements 39, so that a stiffening element 138 is shared by at least two retaining elements 39.

[0072] Fig. 10shows a further embodiment of the bag 10, which additionally has a protective element 42 that at least partially covers the zipper 12 to prevent dirt and / or water from penetrating the bag 10 or at least to reduce the risk of water penetrating the bag 10. Furthermore, by providing the protective element 42, the zipper 12 can be protected from soiling and / or damage. The protective element 42 can be made of an elastic material, for example a textile material or a plastic. The protective element 42 can be designed, in particular, as a strip, preferably as a flexible strip.

[0073] Fig. 11 and 12 show garments 110 which are designed as trousers in two different designs. The trousers 110 each have two trouser legs 112. A pocket 10 according to one of the Fig. 1 to 10In the embodiments shown, one of the trouser legs 112 is placed on an outer side 114 and fastened to the respective trouser leg 112. Preferably, the pocket 10 is sewn onto the respective trouser leg 112.

Claims

1. A garment (110) comprising: at least one garment element (112) configured to be worn on a part of a body of a user; at least one pocket (10) placed on an outer surface (114) of the garment element (112) and attached to the garment element (112); at least one zipper (12) for opening and closing at least one opening (14) of the pocket (10), wherein the zipper (12) comprises at least one actuating element (16) which is movable between a first position of the zipper (12), in which the opening (14) of the pocket (10) is open, and a second position of the zipper (12), in which the opening (14) of the pocket (10) is substantially closed, the zipper (12) having at least one curved portion (18) such that the actuating element (16) is movable along a curved path in the curved portion (18) when moving between the first position and the second position; characterized in that the garment (110) additionally comprises a utensil holding device (36) configured to hold at least one utensil, wherein the utensil holding device (36) is releasably attachable with the garment (110) within the pocket (10) and can be arranged entirely within the pocket (10) at least in the second position of the zipper (12).

2. The garment (110) according to claim 1, wherein the actuating element (16) is movable substantially in a plane of movement when moving between the first position and the second position, wherein the zipper (12) comprises a plurality of engaging elements (24) which are configured to engage with one another when the zipper (12) is closed in order to close the opening (14) of the pocket (10), and wherein the zipper (12) is configured such that the engaging elements (24) engage with each other substantially in a direction which runs substantially in an angle range of 60° to 110°, preferably of 65° to 105°, preferably of 70° to 105°, preferably of 75° to 105°, most preferably of 80° to 100°, to the plane of movement.

3. The garment (110) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, at least in some areas along an edge (26) of the pocket (10), the pocket (10) comprises a bellows (28) which protrudes outwardly from the outer side (114) of the garment element (112).

4. The garment (110) according to claim 3, wherein the zipper (12) is arranged at least partly on the bellows (28) and extends at least along a portion of the bellows (28).

5. The garment (110) according to claim 3 or 4, wherein a region 31 of the edge (26) of the pocket (10) merges substantially continuously into the garment element (112), wherein the region (31) of the edge (26) of the pocket (10) is preferably arranged substantially opposite at least one region of the bellows (28).

6. The garment (110) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the zipper (12) comprises at least one substantially straight section (20, 22) such that the actuating element (16) is movable in the straight section (20, 22) along a substantially straight path when moving between the first position and the second position.

7. The garment (110) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the zipper (12) comprises at least two substantially straight sections (20, 22) such that the actuating element (16) is movable in the respective straight section (20, 22) along a substantially straight path when moving between the first position and the second position, wherein the curved portion (18) is arranged between the straight sections (20, 22) with respect to a path of movement of the actuating element (16) from the first position to the second position.

8. The garment (110) according to claim 8, wherein the two straight sections (20, 22) run to each other at an angle (α) in an angle range of 90° to 160°, preferably of 95° to 150°, more preferably of 100° to 140°, more preferably of 105° to 140°, most preferably of 110° to 130°.

9. The garment (110) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the utensil holding device (36) can be detachably fastened to the garment (110) by means of at least one further zipper (38).