Abstract: A footwear with replaceable patterns disclosed here addresses a need for a footwear that has one or more attachment portions that will enable a user to attach multiple types of patterns so that the user can use the same footwear for different occasions. The footwear includes an attachment member that is positioned at a predefined section of the footwear, wherein a user attaches a selected pattern on the attachment member based on the choice of a social occasion that the user is intending to attend.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a footwear with replaceable patterns and more particularly, a footwear that has attachment members to attach multiple types of outer patterns.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
In the current scenario, a user generally buys a footwear which is aimed to be worn for a specific occasion, for example, office formals. Similarly, the user buys specific footwear designs based on what the occasion requires, for example, party wear, church, office, casuals, etc. However, these numerous occasions demand the user to buy different variety of footwear for each occasion, which is an expensive affair because the prices are high owing to the increase in raw material, quality standards, and brand value. Therefore, there is a need for a footwear that has attachment portions that will enable the user to attach multiple types of patterns so that the user can use the same footwear for different occasions. Each pattern is designed to represent a design that's suitable for a specific occasion, for example, office, party, or casual wear.
These and other advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent from the following detailed description read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The following presents a simplified summary of the subject matter in order to provide a basic understanding of some of the aspects of subject matter embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview of the subject matter. It is not intended to identify key/critical elements of the embodiments or to delineate the scope of the subject matter. Its sole purpose to present some concepts of the subject matter in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The footwear with replaceable patterns disclosed here addresses the above-mentioned need for a footwear that has one or more attachment portions that will enable the user to attach multiple types of patterns so that the user can use the same footwear for different occasions. The present disclosure describes a footwear with an attachment member that is positioned at a predefined section of the footwear, wherein a user attaches a selected pattern on the attachment member based on the choice of a social occasion that the user is intending to attend, for example, a party, school, office, etc. Based on the choice of the occasion, the user may choose to one pattern or a set of patterns that he/she wishes to attach to the footwear. This choice of pattern may significantly alter the appearance of the footwear in terms of color, shape, or even the outward thickness of the footwear. The footwear is for example, a laced shoe, a slip-on shoe, a buckled slipper, a laced slipper, etc. The patterns are of different types that include, but not limited to, magnetic type, Velcro type, hook type, button type, laced type, screw fastened type, snap fit type, etc.
Therefore, a modifiable footwear comprises an attachment member and a selected pattern. The attachment member is positioned at a predefined section of the footwear and the selected pattern is attached on the attachment member based on the choice of a social occasion that the user is intending to attend. In an embodiment, the attachment member is a replaceable part, wherein the attachment member is connected to one of an upper part and a lower part of the footwear. In an embodiment, the attachment member is a magnet that receives the selected pattern with an opposing magnetic polarity attached on its respective surface.
In an embodiment, the attachment member is a hook and loop attachment member, for example, Velcro, that is extended through one or more of the sections of the foot wear, wherein the user attaches a plurality of the selected patterns on the hook and loop attachment member along the one or more sections
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attachment member that is positioned on the one or more sections of the footwear, wherein a buttoned patterned piece is attached on the button attachment member to define the pattern on the footwear. In an embodiment, the attachment member is an anklet attachment member that is positioned on the one or more sections of the footwear, wherein the user selects an anklet pattern piece that is attached on the anklet attachment member to define the pattern on the footwear.
In an embodiment, the user combines one or more of the magnetic attachment member, the hook and loop attachment member, the button attachment member, and the anklet attachment member, to be positioned at the predefined sections of the footwear. In an embodiment, the user attaches one or more light and sound sources to the attachment member, wherein the user controls the light and sound sources using a remote application that is installed in a handheld mobile device. In an embodiment, the modifiable footwear further comprises one or more sensors that are attached to the attachment member that are configured to be in communication with the light and sound sources to provide signals to the light and sound sources. In an embodiment, the sensors comprise pressure and light sensors, wherein the pressure sensors are selectively activated so that the light and sound is generated based on the pressure sensed, and the light sensors are selectively activated so that the light source switches on in a low light environment.
Another embodiment of the present invention is intended for the user to achieve endless possibilities of connections using the same pair of soles. In order to achieve this, the footwear has got its upper push buttons, snaps, and other such instruments of attachment that enable the user to attach or detach new upper portions, or the patterns, so that the user can change the shape and design of the footwear based on the choice of the user. The material of construction is diverse, which is not limited to, but includes fabric, leather, and other materials or similar physical properties. The upper portion or the selected pattern may have the
appearance of a unique design, for example, flower, aquatic pattern, embroidery, etc.
In an embodiment, the attachment member is, for example, a magnet that is configured to receive a selected pattern with an opposing magnetic polarity attached on its respective surface, a Velcro section designed to receive the selected pattern with an opposing surface for the Velcro attachment, a buttoned portion with a male or female connector configuration to receive the selected pattern opposing male or female connector configuration, and an anklet attachment member configured to receive an anklet. In another embodiment, the user attaches one or combination of the magnet attachment, the Velcro attachment, the button attachment, or the anklet attachment.
Other aspects, advantages, and salient features of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which, taken in conjunction with the annexed drawings, discloses exemplary embodiments of the invention. Reference will now be made to the accompanying diagrams which illustrate, by way of an example, and not by way of limitation, of one possible embodiment of the invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
The following drawings are illustrative of particular examples for enabling systems and methods of the present invention, are descriptive of some of the methods and mechanism, and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The drawings are not to scale (unless so stated) and are intended for use in conjunction with the explanations in the following detailed description.
Figure 1A shows a perspective view of the footwear with a magnetic attachment member, in a first embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure IB shows a perspective view of a first attachment pattern, in the first embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 1C shows a perspective view showing the first attachment pattern attached on the magnetic attachment member, in the first embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 2A shows a perspective view of the footwear with a Velcro attachment member, in a second embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figures 2B and 2C shows a top perspective and bottom perspective views of the second attachment pattern, in the second embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 2D shows a perspective view of the footwear with the second attachment pattern attached on the Velcro attachment member, in the second embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3A shows a perspective view of the footwear with a button attachment member, in a third embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3B shows a perspective view of a third attachment pattern, in the third embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3C shows a perspective view of the footwear with the third attachment pattern attached on the button attachment member, in the third embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 4A shows a perspective view of the footwear with an anklet attachment member, in a fourth embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 4B shows a perspective view of a fourth attachment pattern, in the fourth embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 4C shows a perspective view of the footwear with the fourth attachment pattern attached on the anklet attachment member, in the fourth embodiment of the present disclosure.
Persons skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and may represent both hardware components of the system. Further, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figure may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Throughout the drawings, it should be noted that like reference numbers are used to depict the same or similar elements, features, and structures.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The following description with reference to the accompanying drawings is provided to assist in a comprehensive understanding of exemplary embodiments of the invention. It includes various specific details to assist in that understanding but these are to be regarded as merely exemplary. Accordingly, persons skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications to the embodiments described herein can be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and constructions are omitted for clarity and conciseness.
The terms and words used in the following description are not limited to the bibliographical meanings, but, are merely used by the inventor to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the invention. Accordingly, it should be apparent to the person skilled in the art that the following description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention are provided for illustration purpose only.
It is to be understood that the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
Figures 1A-1C show perspective views of the footwear 100 with a magnetic attachment member 102, in a first embodiment of the present disclosure. The present disclosure describes a footwear 100, for example, footwear 100 in Figure 1A, with an attachment member 102 is positioned at a predefined section of the footwear 100. A user attaches a selected pattern 104 on the attachment member 102 based on the choice of a social event or occasion that the user is intending to attend, for example, a party, school, office, etc. In other words, the attachment member 102, which is a replaceable part or an additional part, is not limited to an upper part or a lower part of the footwear 100, but the attachment member 102 is positioned at any portion of the footwear 100 so that the user attaches a selected pattern 104. The footwear 100 is for example, a laced shoe, a slip-on shoe, a buckled slipper, a laced slipper, etc. As shown in Figure 1A, the attachment member 102 is a magnet that is configured to receive a selected pattern 104 with an opposing magnetic polarity attached on its respective surface.
Figures 2A-2D show perspective views of the footwear 200 with a hook and loop attachment or a Velcro attachment member 202, in a second embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 2A, the Velcro attachment member 202 is extended through one or more of the sections of the foot wear 200 so that the user attaches multiple selected patterns 104, for example, Velcro pattern 204 that's shown in Figure 2B, on any of the attachment sections. The design on the Velcro pattern 204 is positioned on the opposing side of the Velcro side.
Figures 3A-3C show perspective views of the footwear 300 with a button attachment member 302, in a third embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 3A, the attachment member is a button attachment member 302 that is positioned on one or more sections of the footwear 300. The user then
which is similar in construction to the second embodiment. The user then attaches the buttoned pattern piece 304 on the button attachment member 302 to define the pattern on the footwear 300.
Figures 4A-4C show a perspective views of the footwear 400 with an anklet attachment member 402, in a fourth embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 4A, the attachment member is an anklet attachment member 402 that is positioned on one or more sections of the footwear 400. The user then selects a fourth attachment member, for example, an anklet pattern piece 404. The user then attaches the anklet pattern piece 404 on the anklet attachment member 402 to define the pattern on the footwear 400.
In another embodiment of the present disclosure, the user attaches a combination of the first, second, third and fourth embodiments. In other words, the user can combine one or more of the magnetic attachment member 102, the Velcro attachment member 202, the button attachment member 302, and the anklet attachment member 402 to be positioned at the predefined sections of the footwear 400, based on the requirement and patterns available with the user. Suitable modifications are made to the footwear to incorporate multiple types of patterns.
For example, the user adds or attaches one or more light and sound sources to the attachment member, such as, DC current based LED lights and small sized speakers, especially in the anklet design. The user controls the light and sound using a remote application that's installed in a cell phone or any handheld device. The user may also add sensors, for example, pressure or light based sensors, which are configured to be in communication to provide signals to the light and sound sources. These pressure sensors maybe selectively activated so that the light and sound is generated based on the pressure sensed and the light sensors maybe selectively activated so that the light source switches on in a low light
environment. In another example, a user may attach a woolen or fur based material as the selected pattern for all season's purpose.
While this description has disclosed certain specific embodiments of the present invention for illustrative purposes, various modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art which do not constitute departures from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the following claims, and it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the invention and not as a limitation.
We Claim:
1. A modifiable footwear comprising:
an attachment member that is positioned at a predefined section of the footwear; and
a selected pattern attached on the attachment member based on the choice of a social event that a user is planning to attend.
2. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the attachment member is a replaceable part, wherein the attachment member is connected to one of an upper part and a lower part of the footwear.
3. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the attachment member is a magnet that receives the selected pattern with an opposing magnetic polarity attached on its respective surface.
4. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the attachment member is a hook and loop attachment member that is extended through one or more of the sections of the foot wear, wherein the user attaches a plurality of the selected patterns on the hook and loop attachment member along the one or more sections of the footwear.
5. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the attachment member is a button attachment member that is positioned on the one or more sections of the footwear, wherein a buttoned patterned piece is attached on the button attachment member to define the pattern on the footwear.
6. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the attachment member is an anklet attachment member that is positioned on the one or more sections of the footwear, wherein the user selects an anklet pattern piece that is
7. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user combines one or more of the magnetic attachment member, the hook and loop attachment member, the button attachment member, and the anklet attachment member, to be positioned at the predefined sections of the footwear.
8. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user attaches one or more light and sound sources to the attachment member, wherein the user controls the light and sound sources using a remote application that is installed in a handheld mobile device.
9. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 1, further comprising one or more sensors that are attached to the attachment member that are configured to be in communication with the light and sound sources to provide signals to the light and sound sources.
10. The modifiable footwear as claimed in claim 9, wherein the sensors comprise
pressure and light sensors, wherein the pressure sensors are selectively activated
so that the light and sound is generated based on the pressure sensed, and the
light sensors are selectively activated so that the light source switches on in a low
light environment.
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| 1 | 201911054241-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [27-12-2019(online)].pdf | 2019-12-27 |
| 2 | 201911054241-PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION [27-12-2019(online)].pdf | 2019-12-27 |
| 3 | 201911054241-FORM 1 [27-12-2019(online)].pdf | 2019-12-27 |
| 4 | 201911054241-DRAWINGS [27-12-2019(online)].pdf | 2019-12-27 |
| 5 | abstract.jpg | 2020-01-31 |
| 6 | 201911054241-DRAWING [18-11-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-11-18 |
| 7 | 201911054241-CORRESPONDENCE-OTHERS [18-11-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-11-18 |
| 8 | 201911054241-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [18-11-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-11-18 |