Apparel – Body garments – Neckties
Reexamination Certificate
2001-11-26
2004-02-17
Patel, Tejash (Department: 3765)
Apparel
Body garments
Neckties
C002S046000, C024S049100
Reexamination Certificate
active
06691320
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates generally to the field of apparel, and more particularly to a necktie apparatus.
2. Description of the Related Art
Neckties are a common part of both casual and business attire. Neckties are typically exposed to various mishaps that can soil the necktie. For example, during dining activities, food and drink can be spilled on the necktie, thereby staining the necktie. The wearer therefore must remove the necktie, inefficiently clean the tie, possible damaging the tie, or spend the remainder of the day with a soiled necktie.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
In accordance with the present invention and the contemplated problems which have and continue to exist in this field, the invention features a necktie protector that can be placed over the necktie and secured, thereby protecting the necktie from staining.
In general, in one aspect, the invention features an apparatus, including an elongated hollow body having an open end and a closed end and a drawstring connected to the body at the open end and along the perimeter of the open end, wherein the drawstring is adapted to adjust the size of the opening.
In one implementation, the apparatus further includes a second hollow body connected to the perimeter of the open end and enclosing a length of the drawstring.
In another implementation, the apparatus further includes an opening in the second hollow body from which the ends of the drawstring protrude.
In another implementation, the second hollow body is integral with the elongated hollow body.
In another implementation, the closed end of the elongated hollow body tapers to a point.
In another implementation, the apparatus includes a hook connected to the apparatus.
In another implementation, the hook is connected to the second hollow body near the opening on the perimeter.
In another implementation, the hook is connected to the second hollow body at a position along the perimeter farthest from the opening.
In still another implementation, the hook is adapted to connect to a shirt.
In yet another implementation, the hook is adapted to connect to a button.
In another implementation, the hook is adapted to connect to a collar.
In another implementation, the elongated hollow body is clear flexible plastic.
In another implementation, the elongated body is cloth.
In another aspect, the invention features a clothing system, including a necktie, a necktie protection apparatus, including an elongated hollow body having an open end and a closed end, a drawstring connected to the body at the open end and along the perimeter of the open end, wherein the drawstring is adapted to adjust the size of the opening, a second hollow body connected to the perimeter of the open end and enclosing a length of the drawstring and an opening in the second hollow body from which the ends of the drawstring protrude.
In one implementation, the system includes a hook connected to the necktie protection apparatus, the hook adapted to connect to a shirt.
In another implementation, the hook is adapted to connect to a shirt button.
In another implementation, the hook is adapted to connect to a shirt collar.
In another implementation, the necktie protection apparatus is clear plastic.
In another implementation, the necktie protection apparatus is disposable.
In another aspect, the invention features a necktie protection apparatus, including an elongated body having an open end and closed end and adapted to enclose a necktie, means to close the open end around the necktie and means to secure the apparatus to the tie.
One advantage of the invention is that it prevents staining of neckties.
Another advantage is that the invention is aesthetically pleasing.
Another advantage is that the invention allows the tie to lay flat within it and it does not crease or wrinkle the tie during operation.
Another advantage of the invention is that it accommodates any style and size of tie.
Another advantage is that the invention allows the design of the tie to be viewed.
Another advantage is that the cost of dry cleaning bills can be reduced.
Other objects, advantages and capabilities of the invention will become apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings showing the preferred embodiment of the invention.
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Patel Tejash
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