Purses – wallets – and protective covers – Purse or handbag type – Changeable decorative appearance
Reexamination Certificate
1999-07-28
2001-02-13
Elkins, Gary E. (Department: 3727)
Purses, wallets, and protective covers
Purse or handbag type
Changeable decorative appearance
C150S104000, C150S113000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06186201
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
This present invention relates to handbags and handbag systems. More particularly, the invention relates to a handbag or handbag system that has one or more inner bags removably attached or capable of being removably attached to the outer shell o f the handbag The invention also relates to methods of using such handbags and handbag systems.
2. DESCRIPTION OF RELATED ART
Handbags are commonly used by individuals to transport a variety of personal items. A handbag may be used to carry identification, credit cards, keys, wallet, checkbook, glasses, combs tissue and the like. For many, the use of a handbag has become a necessary element in the conduct of their daily activities.
Handbags have been designed with numerous styles and designs. Different occasions or different attire may call for a particular kind or color of handbag. However, moving the contents of one handbag into a different handbag can be a tedious process. There is also a risk that something important may be left behind in an unnoticed pocket of the previous handbag. Changing handbags to suit every situation is troublesome, yet no single handbag can suffice for a wide variety of occasions.
Therefore, a need exists for a handbag or system of handbags which facilitates the exchange of contents from one handbag to another.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
To meet this need, according to an aspect of the invention, there is provided a handbag system including a first outer shell having an open end; a second outer shell having an open end; at least one first fastener attached on the interior side of said first outer shell; at least one second fastener attached to the interior side of said second outer shell; an inner bag having an open end; at least one third fastener attached to the exterior of the inner bag; where when said inner bag is placed within said first or said second outer shell, the first or second fastener is capable of independently engaging the third fastener, such that the inner bag can be removably attached to the first and second outer shell.
According to another aspect of the invention, there is provided a handbag including: an outer shell having an open end; at least one first fastener attached to the interior side of said first outer shell; an inner bag having an open end; at least one second fastener attached to the exterior of the inner bag; where said inner bag is capable of being placed within said first outer shell so that the first fastener engages the second fastener, such that the inner bag can be removed from the outer shell by disengaging the first fastener from the second fastener; wherein said first and second fasteners are selected from the group consisting of hook and loop fasteners, magnetized materials, buttons and zippers.
According to another aspect of the invention, there is provided a handbag including: an outer shell having an open end; at least one first fastener attached to the interior side of said first outer shell; a first and second inner bag each having an open end; at least one second fastener attached to the exterior of the first inner bag; at least one third fastener attached to the exterior of the second inner bag, where said first and second inner bags are capable of being placed together within said outer shell so that the first fastener engages the second and third fasteners, such that the first and second inner bag can be removed from the outer shell by disengaging the first fastener from the second fastener and third fasteners,
Further objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description that follows.
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Elkins Gary E.
Shanks & Herbert
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