socks

Abstract

We provide socks that reduce pressure and discomfort inside shoes while maintaining a fashionable design. [Solution] A sock characterized by comprising: a body portion formed by a three-dimensional knitting structure having larger irregularities on the surface than plain knit; and a plain knit portion in which at least a part of the range extending from the position corresponding to the cuneiform bone of the instep toward the toes, which is housed inside the shoe, is formed by plain knit.

Description

Technical Field

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[0001] The present invention relates to socks.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, socks have not only evolved as mere foot protectors but also as products that combine fashionability and functionality. In particular, ribbed socks formed by rib knitting are highly stretchable and fit well on the feet, so they are favored by many consumers.

[0003] Patent Document 1 discloses socks in which the top part of the socks is knitted as a combination of back pile and plain knitting so that the ankle can be easily bent and stretched. In these socks, it is disclosed that at least near the ankle of the top part is knitted with 2 stitches of plain knitting every 4 to 6 stitches of the pile knitting of the back pile.

[0004] Patent Document 2 discloses sandal-type socks aimed at exposing the top of the foot, which are knitted using a circular knitting machine for socks and utilizing a reciprocating knitting method to knit the instep part.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

[0008] Therefore, the present invention aims to provide socks that can reduce pressure and discomfort inside shoes while maintaining fashionability. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide socks that can reduce pressure and discomfort inside shoes while maintaining fashionability. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0010] [Figure 1] A perspective view showing an example of a conventional ribbed sock, presented as a comparative example of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a perspective view showing an example of a sock according to the present invention, and shows a ribbed body section and a jersey knit section. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0011] The present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown below, and can be modified, added, altered, or deleted to the extent that a person skilled in the art can conceive of it. Any embodiment that achieves the function and effect of the present invention is included within the scope of the present invention.

[0012] As shown in Figure 2, the sock 1 of the present invention is characterized by comprising a body portion 10 formed by a three-dimensional knitted structure having larger irregularities on its surface than a jersey knit, and a jersey knit portion 25 in which at least a portion of the area extending from the position corresponding to the cuneiform bone of the instep portion 20 toward the toes, and which is housed inside the shoe, is formed by a jersey knit.

[0013] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 2, it is preferable that at least a portion of the bottom portion 40 is formed by jersey knitting.

[0014] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 2, it is preferable that the portion of the upper part 20 that is visible from the outside of the shoe has the same appearance as the body part 10.

[0015] Furthermore, it is preferable that the jersey knit portion 25 is formed to be thinner than the body portion 10.

[0016] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 2, L-shaped socks are preferable.

[0017] This configuration effectively reduces the bulkiness inside the shoe and pressure on the toes that were problems with conventional socks. The sock 1 of the present invention can be manufactured, for example, using a circular knitting machine or a flat knitting machine. Specifically, the body portion 10 is first formed by rib knitting, and then the knitting process is switched to jersey knitting to form the jersey knit portion 25. At this time, by changing the knitting structure, the thickness of the jersey knit portion 25 can be made thinner than that of the body portion 10. [Examples]

[0018] The present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to examples, but the present invention is not limited to these examples.

[0019] The conventional ribbed sock 100 shown in Figure 1 will be described. In the conventional ribbed sock 100, the body portion 110 and the instep portion 120 are formed by rib knitting. As a result, the thickness created from the body portion 110 to the instep portion 120 due to the three-dimensional surface of the rib knitting caused pressure and bulkiness on the foot inside the shoe. The toe portion 130 and heel portion 150 are made of jersey knitting here, but it is also possible to use Y-knit (Y-heel), W-knit (W-heel), seamless heel, or bias knitting.

[0020] Next, the sock 1 of the present embodiment shown in FIG. 2 will be described. The sock 1 of the present embodiment is a ribbed sock, and the body part 10 is formed by rib knitting. Note that the body part 10 may be formed by a three-dimensional knitted structure having larger irregularities on the surface than plain knitting, and may be formed not only by rib knitting but also by a three-dimensional structure other than plain knitting such as basket knitting or garter knitting. The sock 1 includes a plain knitting part 25 in which at least a part accommodated inside the shoe in a range extending in the toe direction from the position corresponding to the cuneiform bone of the instep part 20 is formed by plain knitting. In other words, in the sock 1, at least a part from the front part of the instep of the foot to the part corresponding to the cuneiform bone is plain knitting. Thereby, while maintaining the texture of rib knitting, which is a characteristic of ribbed socks, the appearance of the sock 1 enables the range from the toe to the part corresponding to the cuneiform bone to be formed thinly. Further, FIG. 2 shows an example of a linking sock in which the toe part 30 is separately knitted and joined by a linking machine, but it may be joined by sewing with a sewing machine, or may be a seamless sock in which the toe part 30 is also knitted integrally without linking.

[0021] In the sock 1 of the present invention, the bottom part 40 employs plain knitting and is formed thinly up to the toe. The part of the instep part 20 visible from the outside of the shoe has the same appearance as the ribbed body part 10. On the other hand, the other parts of the instep part 20, particularly the parts that are likely to be compressed in the shoe, are formed thinly and flatly due to the characteristics of plain knitting, so that they fit in the shoe without a sense of discomfort.

[0022] As shown in FIG. 2, the sock 1 of the present invention is an L-shaped sock, and its shape along the foot enhances the fit. With such a structure, the toe part 30 is integrated with the instep part 20 and the bottom part 40 while maintaining an optimal shape. Note that the heel part 50 may be, for example, plain weaving, Y-shaped knitting (Y-heel), W-shaped knitting (W-heel), seamless heel, or bias knitting, as in the conventional example.

[0023] The function and effect of the sock 1 of the present invention is that since the thickness of the plain knitting part 25 is formed thinner compared to the body part 10, the pressure feeling and rattling in the shoe are effectively reduced. Particularly when the body part 10 is ribbed knitting, even when wearing shoes with a wide opening such as loafers, the appearance looks like a total ribbed sock, and the fit feeling inside the shoe is also good. Thereby, the problems of conventional ribbed socks are solved, and it becomes possible to achieve both beautiful appearance and good wearing comfort. In the sock 1 of the present invention, the thickness of the plain knitting part 25 is formed to be, for example, about 50 to 70% of the body part 10, and thereby the pressure feeling can be reduced by, for example, about 30% or more compared to the conventional product.

[0024] Note that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, the range of the plain knitting part 25 can be appropriately adjusted between the toe part 30 and the cuneiform bone. Also, various patterns such as 1×1 rib and 2×1 rib can be adopted for the ribbed knitting of the body part 10. Furthermore, as the material of the yarn to be used, polyester yarn, nylon yarn, wool yarn, etc. can be used instead of cotton yarn. Also, in this embodiment, an example of L-shaped socks is shown, but T-shaped socks may also be used.

[0025] <Aspect 1> The first aspect of this embodiment is a sock comprising a body part 10 formed of a three-dimensional knitted structure having larger irregularities on the surface than plain knitting, and a plain knitting part 25 in which at least a part of the range extending in the toe direction from the position corresponding to the cuneiform bone of the instep part 20 and housed inside the shoe is formed by plain knitting.

[0026] According to this aspect, the ribbed knitting structure of the body part improves the elasticity and fit feeling of the whole sock. The plain knitting part can reduce the pressure feeling and rattling in the shoe. As a result, the wearer can enjoy comfort and obtain the effect of reducing foot fatigue.

[0027] <Aspect 2> The second aspect of this embodiment is the sock according to aspect 1, characterized in that at least a part of the bottom part 40 is formed by plain knitting.

[0028] According to this embodiment, the sole of the sock is formed to be flexible and thin, improving the feel against the sole of the foot and enhancing comfort during prolonged walking or exercise. In addition, the breathability of the jersey knit reduces stuffiness and provides a comfortable wearing experience.

[0029] <Aspect 3> A third aspect of this embodiment is a sock according to embodiment 1 or 2, characterized in that the portion of the upper 20 that is visible from the outside of the shoe has the same appearance as the body 10.

[0030] According to this embodiment, a consistent design can be maintained even when wearing shoes. As a result, a sense of visual unity is achieved, and the fashionability is enhanced.

[0031] <Aspect 4> A fourth aspect of this embodiment is a sock according to any one of embodiments 1 to 3, characterized in that the jersey knit portion 25 is formed to be thinner than the body portion 10.

[0032] According to this embodiment, the overall thickness of the sock is appropriately adjusted, reducing pressure, especially on the instep and sole. Furthermore, the thin jersey knit section improves breathability, providing a comfortable wearing experience even in summer or during exercise.

[0033] <Aspect 5> A fifth aspect of this embodiment is the sock described in aspects 1 to 4, characterized in that it is an L-shaped sock.

[0034] According to this embodiment, the L-shape conforms to the shape of the foot, preventing slippage at the heel. As a result, comfort is improved, and problems such as blisters can be reduced. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0035] 1. Socks of the present invention 10 Body section 20 Upper part 25. Tenjiku knitting section 30 Toe area 40 bottom 50 Heel 100 Traditional ribbed socks 110 Body section (conventional example) 120 Part A (Conventional Example) 130 Toe area (conventional example) 140 Bottom (Conventional Example) 150 Heel area (conventional example)

Claims

1. The body is formed by a three-dimensional knit structure that has larger irregularities on the surface than jersey knit, Of the area extending towards the toes from the position corresponding to the cuneiform bones of the instep, at least a portion that is housed inside the shoe is formed by the aforementioned jersey knit, Equipped with Socks characterized by the following features.

2. At least part of the bottom is formed by jersey knitting. The sock according to feature 1.

3. The portion of the upper part of the shoe that is visible from the outside has the same appearance as the body portion. The sock according to feature 1 or 2.

4. The aforementioned jersey knit portion is formed to be thinner than the body portion. The sock according to feature 1.

5. These are L-shaped socks. The sock according to feature 1.

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