Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of clothing services.
Specifically, it pertains to an integrated platform that connects users with clothing
alteration and care services, provides learning resources, facilitates equipment
5 sales, and promotes entrepreneurship among women.
BACKGROUND ART
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in
understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the
information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed
10 invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] In today's fast-paced world, where urbanization and changing lifestyles
are becoming the norm, various challenges arise in the domain of clothing care,
alterations, and skill development. People often find it challenging to locate reliable
alteration and laundry services, especially when they are living away from their
15 hometowns or in unfamiliar neighborhoods. On the other hand, there is a
considerable population of women who possess the skills for sewing, altering, and
ironing but lack the means to reach a wider audience or establish a sustainable
business.
[0004] Traditional methods of finding clothing alteration services, purchasing
20 sewing equipment, or accessing skill enhancement courses often involve timeconsuming processes, limited options, and restricted visibility. This situation calls
for an innovative solution that harnesses the power of technology to connect these
different dots and create a comprehensive platform that serves various aspects of
clothing care and skill development. The present invention seeks to address these
25 challenges by introducing an integrated mobile application and website platform
that revolutionizes the way people interact with clothing-related services and skills.
[0005] The proposed invention envisions an augmented reality-enhanced ecommerce system that serves as a one-stop solution for a multitude of clothingrelated needs. This platform aims to offer convenience, accessibility, and3
empowerment to users in various ways. Through the following discussion, we will
delve into the key elements that constitute the background of this invention.
[0006] The traditional process of locating clothing alteration shops, dry
cleaners, and skilled individuals is often cumbersome and limited by geographic
5 constraints. This invention aims to bridge this gap by creating a digital ecosystem
that connects users with a wide network of alteration shops, women who offer
sewing and alteration services from home, and individuals skilled in ironing and
dry cleaning. This connectivity offers unprecedented accessibility to clothing care
services.
10 [0007] A significant aspect of the invention is its focus on women who possess
sewing and alteration skills. By providing a platform where these women can
showcase their talents and reach a broader customer base, the invention contributes
to women's financial independence and entrepreneurship. This aligns with larger
societal goals of empowering women and enabling them to contribute actively to
15 the economy.
[0008] Beyond its e-commerce features, the platform also recognizes the
importance of skill enhancement. It provides offline courses for those interested in
improving their sewing and alteration skills. The convenience of enrolling in these
courses through the app offers a unique value proposition, catering to individuals
20 seeking to enhance their capabilities.
[0009] The invention aligns with the "Digital India" initiative by leveraging
technology to transform a traditionally fragmented and offline sector into a unified
digital platform. By bringing together users, service providers, and entrepreneurs,
the platform contributes to the digitization of services and supports the country's
25 digital transformation goals.
[0010] The integration of augmented reality technology introduces an
innovative dimension to the platform. Users can visualize how different clothing
items and decor will appear in their own rooms, facilitating informed purchasing4
decisions. This feature provides a tangible and immersive experience that enhances
the user's interaction with the platform.
[0011] The invention recognizes the value of community engagement. It
creates a space for users to engage, share ideas, seek inspiration, and collaborate.
5 This community-building aspect fosters a sense of belonging and encourages users
to explore their creativity in the realm of interior design and clothing care.
[0012] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent
as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and
individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of
10 a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of
that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and
the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0013] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the
15 disadvantages of the prior art.
[0014] Another object of the present invention is to provide an integrated
platform for clothing services, learning, and equipment sales.
[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provides offline courses
for those interested in improving their sewing and alteration skills.
20 [0016] Another object of the present invention is aims to visualize how
different clothing items and decor will appear in their own rooms, facilitating
informed purchasing decisions.
[0017] Another object of the present invention is to provide an elegant, reliable
and precise approach towards the integrated platform for clothing services,
25 learning, and equipment sales.
[0018] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a process of5
improving functionalities of the integrated platform for clothing services, learning,
and equipment sales.
SUMMARY
[0019] The present invention relates to the field of clothing services.
5 Specifically, it pertains to an integrated platform that connects users with clothing
alteration and care services, provides learning resources, facilitates equipment
sales, and promotes entrepreneurship among women.
[0020] The integrated clothing services and skill enhancement platform,
includes a mobile application and a website accessible through electronic devices,
10 a network of alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration services, and
individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning, augmented reality technology
enabling users to visualize clothing items and decor in their own rooms, offline
courses for skill enhancement in sewing and alterations, enrollable through the
platform, and community engagement features allowing users to interact, share
15 ideas, and seek inspiration.
[0021] According to an aspect, the network of alteration shops, women
offering sewing and alteration services, and individuals skilled in ironing and dry
cleaning is geographically diverse, providing users with a wide range of accessible
and reliable clothing care services. The integrated platform further comprising a
20 secure payment gateway enabling users to transact for clothing services, skill
enhancement courses, and sewing equipment purchases. The augmented reality
technology offers a virtual reality-based interface allowing users to position and
visualize virtual clothing items and decor within their physical living spaces.
[0022] According to an aspect, the offline courses for skill enhancement
25 include both beginner and advanced levels, catering to users with varying levels of
sewing and alteration proficiency. The augmented reality technology employs
computer vision algorithms to accurately scale and position virtual clothing items
and decor within the user's physical environment. The integrated platform further
comprising a personalized recommendation engine that suggests clothing care6
services, skill enhancement courses, and sewing equipment based on the user's
preferences, past activities, and interactions with the platform.
[0023] According to an aspect, the community engagement features facilitate
collaboration between users, allowing them to share design ideas, seek advice, and
5 showcase their creativity. The platform's mobile application is compatible with a
variety of operating systems, enabling seamless access for users across different
electronic devices.
[0024] A method for facilitating clothing care services and skill enhancement,
includes providing an integrated mobile application and website accessible to users,
10 connecting users with alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration
services, and individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning, utilizing augmented
reality technology to enable users to visualize virtual clothing items and decor in
their physical living spaces, offering offline skill enhancement courses for sewing
and alterations, enrollable through the application, and enabling community
15 engagement features for users to interact, collaborate, and share ideas.
[0025] These and other features will become apparent from the following
detailed description of illustrative embodiments thereof, which is to be read in
connection with the accompanying drawings. While the invention has been
described and shown with reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent
20 that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present
invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0026] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present
invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention,
25 briefly summarized above, may have been referred by embodiments, some of which
are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the
appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are
therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to
other equally effective embodiments.7
[0027] These and other features, benefits, and advantages of the present
invention will become apparent by reference to the following text figure, with like
reference numbers referring to like structures across the views, wherein: Figures
attached: N.A.
5 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0028] While the present invention is described herein by way of example
using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize
that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings
described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components.
10 Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be
illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit
the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings
and the detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the
particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all
15 modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present
invention as defined by the appended claim.
[0029] As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a
permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory
sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one” and
20 the word “plurality” means “one or more” unless otherwise mentioned.
Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein are solely used for
descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language
such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and
variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed
25 thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended
to exclude other additives, components, integers, or steps. Likewise, the term
"comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing"
for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents acts, materials, devices,
articles, and the like are included in the specification solely for the purpose of
30 providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that8
any or all these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general
knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.
[0030] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of
elements is preceded with the transitional phrase “comprising”, it is understood that
5 we also contemplate the same composition, element, or group of elements with
transitional phrases “consisting of”, “consisting”, “selected from the group of
consisting of, “including”, or “is” preceding the recitation of the composition,
element or group of elements and vice versa.
[0031] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments
10 with reference to the accompanying drawing, wherein reference numerals used in
the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the
description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms
and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather,
the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete
15 and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the
following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various
aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated
as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition,
several materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations.
20 [0032] The present invention relates to the field of clothing services.
Specifically, it pertains to an integrated platform that connects users with clothing
alteration and care services, provides learning resources, facilitates equipment
sales, and promotes entrepreneurship among women.
[0033] The integrated clothing services and skill enhancement platform,
25 includes a mobile application and a website accessible through electronic devices,
a network of alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration services, and
individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning, augmented reality technology
enabling users to visualize clothing items and decor in their own rooms, offline
courses for skill enhancement in sewing and alterations, enrollable through the9
platform, and community engagement features allowing users to interact, share
ideas, and seek inspiration.
[0034] According to an aspect, the network of alteration shops, women
offering sewing and alteration services, and individuals skilled in ironing and dry
5 cleaning is geographically diverse, providing users with a wide range of accessible
and reliable clothing care services. The integrated platform further comprising a
secure payment gateway enabling users to transact for clothing services, skill
enhancement courses, and sewing equipment purchases. The augmented reality
technology offers a virtual reality-based interface allowing users to position and
10 visualize virtual clothing items and decor within their physical living spaces.
[0035] According to an aspect, the offline courses for skill enhancement
include both beginner and advanced levels, catering to users with varying levels of
sewing and alteration proficiency. The augmented reality technology employs
computer vision algorithms to accurately scale and position virtual clothing items
15 and decor within the user's physical environment. The integrated platform further
comprising a personalized recommendation engine that suggests clothing care
services, skill enhancement courses, and sewing equipment based on the user's
preferences, past activities, and interactions with the platform.
[0036] According to an aspect, the community engagement features facilitate
20 collaboration between users, allowing them to share design ideas, seek advice, and
showcase their creativity. The platform's mobile application is compatible with a
variety of operating systems, enabling seamless access for users across different
electronic devices.
[0037] A method for facilitating clothing care services and skill enhancement,
25 includes providing an integrated mobile application and website accessible to users,
connecting users with alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration
services, and individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning, utilizing augmented
reality technology to enable users to visualize virtual clothing items and decor in
their physical living spaces, offering offline skill enhancement courses for sewing10
and alterations, enrollable through the application, and enabling community
engagement features for users to interact, collaborate, and share ideas.
[0038] At its core, the invention comprises a mobile application and a website,
accessible through a variety of electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablets.
5 The platform seamlessly connects users with a diverse network of alteration shops,
women offering sewing and alteration services, and skilled individuals proficient in
ironing and dry cleaning. By bridging the gap between these service providers and
potential customers, the invention aims to provide a one-stop destination for all
clothing care needs.
10 [0039] One of the distinctive features of the invention is its integration of
augmented reality (AR) technology. This cutting-edge technology empowers users
to visualize how clothing items and decor will appear within their own living
spaces. By utilizing the camera on their smartphones or tablets, users can virtually
position and observe virtual clothing products and decor elements in real-time. This
15 feature enables users to accurately gauge the scale, design compatibility, and overall
aesthetic of the items in their own environments, enhancing their purchasing
decisions.
[0040] The platform also offers an array of skill enhancement courses related
to sewing and alterations. These courses are available for users of all proficiency
20 levels, catering to both beginners and those with advanced sewing skills. Users can
conveniently enroll in these offline courses through the application, allowing them
to learn and enhance their sewing and alteration capabilities from the comfort of
their homes.
[0041] An important aspect of the invention is its focus on community
25 engagement. The platform provides features that facilitate interaction and
collaboration among users. This encourages users to share their design ideas, seek
advice from others, and showcase their creative projects. The sense of community
nurtured by the platform adds a social dimension to the overall user experience.11
[0042] In terms of its distinctiveness from existing solutions, the invention's
combination of features sets it apart. The personalized recommendation engine
plays a crucial role by suggesting clothing care services, skill enhancement courses,
and even sewing equipment based on each user's unique preferences, past activities,
5 and interactions with the platform. This tailored approach enhances the user's
journey and ensures that their needs are met effectively.
[0043] Furthermore, the invention's emphasis on collaborating with local and
lesser-known shops contributes to its uniqueness. By providing these shops with
increased visibility and reachability, the platform creates a win-win situation where
10 users can access quality services while supporting businesses within their
community.
[0044] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention,
other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing
from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims
15 that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or
examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to
make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge
available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
[0045] Thus, the scope of the present disclosure is defined by the appended
20 claims and includes both combinations and sub-combinations of the various
features described hereinabove as well as variations and modifications thereof,
which wou , Claims:I/We Claim:
1. An integrated clothing services and skill enhancement system, comprising:
a mobile application and a website accessible through electronic devices;
5 a network of alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration services,
and individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning;
augmented reality technology enabling users to visualize clothing items and
decor in their own rooms;
offline courses for skill enhancement in sewing and alterations, enrollable
10 through the platform; and
community engagement features allowing users to interact, share ideas, and
seek inspiration.
2. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the network of alteration shops,
women offering sewing and alteration services, and individuals skilled in
15 ironing and dry cleaning is geographically diverse, providing users with a wide
range of accessible and reliable clothing care services.
3. The integrated platform of claim 1, further comprising a secure payment
gateway enabling users to transact for clothing services, skill enhancement
courses, and sewing equipment purchases.
20 4. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the augmented reality technology
offers a virtual reality-based interface allowing users to position and visualize
virtual clothing items and decor within their physical living spaces.
5. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the offline courses for skill
enhancement include both beginner and advanced levels, catering to users with
25 varying levels of sewing and alteration proficiency.13
6. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the augmented reality technology
employs computer vision algorithms to accurately scale and position virtual
clothing items and decor within the user's physical environment.
7. The integrated platform of claim 1, further comprising a personalized
5 recommendation engine that suggests clothing care services, skill enhancement
courses, and sewing equipment based on the user's preferences, past activities,
and interactions with the platform.
8. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the community engagement
features facilitate collaboration between users, allowing them to share design
10 ideas, seek advice, and showcase their creativity.
9. The integrated platform of claim 1, wherein the platform's mobile application is
compatible with a variety of operating systems, enabling seamless access for
users across different electronic devices.
10. A method for facilitating clothing care services and skill enhancement,
15 comprising the steps of:
providing an integrated mobile application and website accessible to users;
connecting users with alteration shops, women offering sewing and alteration
services, and individuals skilled in ironing and dry cleaning;
utilizing augmented reality technology to enable users to visualize virtual
20 clothing items and decor in their physical living spaces;
offering offline skill enhancement courses for sewing and alterations, enrollable
through the application; and
enabling community engagement features for users to interact, collaborate, and
share ideas.
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