EP2705766A1

EP2705766A1 - Multi-function garment

Info

Publication number: EP2705766A1
Application number: EP12183375.0A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Deng-Shan Huang
Original assignee: WELL AND DAVID CORP
Current assignee: WELL AND DAVID CORP
Priority date: 2012-09-06
Filing date: 2012-09-06
Publication date: 2014-03-12

Abstract

A multi-function garment (2) comprises an article of clothing (21) and pockets (22) disposed thereon. Each pocket (22) includes an opening (221), a lining (222), and a two-sided engaging unit (223). The lining (222) of one pocket (22) comprises a storage body (222D), an open external vacancy (222E) disposed on the storage body (222D), and an inner vacancy (222F) having one end close and the other end communicated with the external vacancy (222E). A dimension of the external vacancy (222E) is smaller than a dimension of the inner vacancy (222F), and a protecting layer (P) is disposed on an inner surface (222A) of the lining (222). Besides a wearing function of sheltering users' skin, the interior of the lining (222) can be reversed outward to allow the clothing (21) to stuff the storage body (222D), which is then converted into a neck pillow configuration for achieving the multiple function of using. The structure of the garment is also compact and easy to carry.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates to a garment, particularly to a multi-function garment.

2. Description of the Related Art

Referring to Figs. 1 and 2 , a conventional convertible jacket 1 is commonly seen in the market. The convertible jacket 1 comprises an article of clothing 11, and a pocket 12 disposed on the clothing 11. Wherein, the pocket 12 includes an opening 121 defined on the clothing 11, and a zipper 122 disposed around the opening 121. In using, users can wear the jacket 1 as a garment. In other purpose, users can reverse the jacket 1 via the opening 121 so as to store the clothing 11 in the pocket 12. After zipping up, a bag of packed clothing 11 is presented (not shown).
In practice, the clothing 11 of the convertible jacket 1 is simply packed in the pocket 12. Namely, although it is convenient that the jacket 1 can be packed closely, the appearance of the packed jacket 1 is limited to a rectangle formation. Therefore, except being packed, the convertible jacket 1 lacks multi-function purpose.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is therefore the purpose of this invention to provide a multi-function garment that is reconfigurable for a wearing function, a packing function, a neck pillow function, and other suitable functionality.
The multi-function garment in accordance with the present invention comprises an article of clothing and a plurality of pockets disposed on the clothing. Each pocket includes an opening, a lining extended from a periphery of the opening, and a two-sided engaging unit capable of being closed and opened. The lining is composed of an inner surface and an external surface disposed in accordance with the inner surface. The inner surface is disposed inside the pocket to define a receptacle therein. Wherein, the lining of one of the pockets includes a storage body enclosed by the inner surface and the external surface, an external vacancy defined open to interrupt the storage body, and an inner vacancy enclosed by the storage body, providing one end thereof close and the other end thereof communicated with the external vacancy. The inner surface of the lining is provided with a protecting layer. The inner vacancy is disposed near the opening of the pocket, and a dimension of the external vacancy is smaller than a dimension of the inner vacancy. A receiving room is formed by reversing the inner surface of the lining outward in order to accommodate the clothing so that the two-sided engaging unit is closed to wrap the clothing when the receiving room is stuffed with the clothing.
Preferably, a hanging rope is disposed on the lining.
Preferably, the protecting layer is disposed on the inner surface, corresponding to the external vacancy.
Preferably, a sensing unit is disposed on the clothing for detecting temperature, moisture, or other environmental data.
Preferably, an LED unit is disposed on the clothing. Preferably, the protecting layer is formed by coating.
Preferably, the protecting layer is waterproof and wear-resisting cloth attached to the inner surface.
Accordingly, the garment can be concisely packed and conveniently carried. Moreover, the appearance of the stuffed storage body can be served as a neck pillow that allows usage during traveling. As a result, the garment is multi-function.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Fig. 1 is a front view showing a conventional convertible jacket;
Fig. 2 is a back view showing the conventional convertible jacket;
Fig. 3 is a schematic view of a first preferred embodiment of the present invention;
Fig. 4 is an enlarged view of partial Fig. 3;
Fig. 5 is a further schematic view showing the first preferred embodiment of the present invention;
Fig. 6 is a schematic view showing that the first preferred embodiment of the present invention is received;
Fig. 7 is a schematic view showing a second preferred embodiment of the present invention;
Fig. 8 is a schematic view showing that the second preferred embodiment of the present invention is received;
Fig. 9 is a schematic view showing that a third preferred embodiment of the present invention is received; and
Fig. 10 is a schematic view showing a fourth preferred embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Wherever possible, the same reference numbers are used in the drawings and the description to refer to the same or like parts.
Referring to Figs. 3 to 5 , a first preferred embodiment of the present invention is shown. A multifunction garment 2 comprises an article of clothing 21 and a plurality of pockets 22 disposed on the clothing 21. Each pocket 22 includes an opening 221, a lining 222 extended from a periphery of the opening 221, and a two-sided engaging unit 223 capable of being closed and opened. The lining 222 is composed of an inner surface 222A and an external surface 222B disposed in accordance with the inner surface 222A. The inner surface 222A is disposed inside the pocket 22 to define a receptacle 222C therein. Herein, the pockets 22 on the clothing 21 are defined at a proper position for users to comfortably place their hands. Moreover, the two-sided engaging unit 223 can be a two-sided zipper, two-sided buckles, or two-sided hook and loop fasteners. In this embodiment, the two-sided engaging unit 223 is directed to the two-sided zipper.
Specifically, the lining 222 of one of the pockets 22 includes a storage body 222D enclosed by the inner surface 222A and the external surface 222B, an external vacancy 222E defined open to interrupt the storage body 222D, and an inner vacancy 222F enclosed by the storage body 222D, providing one end thereof close and the other end thereof communicated with the external vacancy 222E. The inner surface 222A of the lining 222 is provided with a protecting layer P. The inner vacancy 222F is disposed near the opening 221 of the pocket 22, and a dimension of the external vacancy 222E is smaller than a dimension of the inner vacancy 222F. A receiving room R is formed by reversing the inner surface 222A of the lining 222 outward in order to accommodate the clothing 21 (as shown in Fig. 6 ) so that the two-sided engaging unit 223 is closed to wrap the clothing 21 when the receiving room R is stuffed with the clothing 21. Thereby, a neck pillow is provided.
Referring to Figs. 3 to 6 , in using, users wear the clothing 21 for protecting their skin or keeping their body temperature. In addition, when the two-sided engaging unit 223 (zipper) around the periphery of the opening 221 is closed, articles placed in the receptacle 222C of each pocket 22 can be safely stored; namely, the articles do not fall from the pocket 22. Alternatively, when the multi-function garment 2 is to be received, carried, or used for other purposes, the inner surface 222A is reversed via the opening 221, so that the receiving room R is contributed and the clothing 21 can be wrapped therein. Accordingly, when the clothing 21 is received, a compact formation is provided for carrying. In fact, the storage body 222D of the lining 222 is structured as a ringlike configuration, and the dimension of the external vacancy 222E is smaller than the dimension of the inner vacancy 222F. Subsequently, the clothing 21 that is folded and the receiving room R that is stuffed with the clothing 21 contribute to a formation of the neck pillow including the larger inner vacancy 222F and the smaller inner vacancy 222E. Thereby, users may put the neck pillow around their necks so as to support their necks while taking transportation during traveling. Consequently, it is not uncomfortable anymore during traveling since users can take a nice rest. As a result, the compact structure of the present invention is advantageous to be carried, the formation of the stuffed storage body 222D can be served as a neck pillow, and the application of the present invention is increased, which further promotes life quality.
Referring to Figs. 7 to 9 , a further preferred embodiment of the present invention is shown. The multi-function garment 2 similarly comprises an article of clothing 21 and a plurality of pockets 22 disposed on the clothing 21. Differently, a hanging rope 222G is disposed on the lining 222. With the hanging rope 222G, the multi-function garment 2 that is received in the storage body 222D can be easily carried or hung. Herein, the protecting layer P is formed by coating and the coating is thoroughly applied to the entire protecting layer P (as shown in Fig. 8 ). Namely, after the inner surface 222A of the lining 222 is turned over and stuffed with the clothing 21 for serving as a neck pillow, users' worn garment (not shown) does not contact the inner surface 222A directly. Thereby, users' worn garment is protected appropriately. Also, the protecting layer P is waterproof and wear-resisting cloth attached to the inner surface 222A, corresponding to the external vacancy 222E (as shown in Fig. 9 ). In this figure, the protecting layer P adopts a visco-elastic material that is sensitive to users' body temperature. Such material preferably memorizes users' necks so as to provide the necks optimum support. In fact, the protecting layer P can also adopt a material that can keep a cooler temperature or a warmer temperature. With this temperature keeping material, the neck pillow is able to assist users in adjusting body temperature or adapting to the environment. Accordingly, by means of the hanging rope 222G and the protecting layer P, users can use the garment of the present invention in accordance with their practical purposes. Therefore, the present invention is convenient for carrying and multi-function.
Accompanying with Fig. 10 , a further preferred embodiment of the present invention is shown. The multi-function garment 2 similarly comprises an article of clothing 21 and a plurality of pockets 22 disposed on the clothing 21. Differently, a sensing unit 211 (shown by a sketch) is disposed on the clothing 21 for detecting temperature, moisture, or other environmental data. Also, an LED unit 212 (shown by a sketch) is concurrently disposed on the clothing 21; the LED unit 212 adapts users to any dark environment easily. Obviously, the structure of the present invention is more compact and convenient to be carried when the clothing 21 is received in the receiving room R. Favorably, the present invention achieves objects of multipurpose.
To sum up, the multi-function garment of the present invention can be worn as a jacket; moreover, when the clothing is reversed via the opening of one pocket and encircled in the receiving room of the storage body, the stuffed storage body is not only compact but also convenient to be carried. Additionally, a neck pillow is provided. Consequently, the present invention achieves multiple purposes and expands the usage of the multi-function garment.
While we have shown and described the embodiment in accordance with the present invention, it should be clear to those skilled in the art that further embodiments may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.

Claims

A multi-function garment (2) comprising an article of clothing (21) and a plurality of pockets (22) disposed on said clothing; each pocket (22) including an opening (221), a lining (222) extended from a periphery of said opening (221), and a two-sided engaging unit (223) capable of being closed and opened; said lining (222) being composed of an inner surface (222A) and an external surface (222B) disposed in accordance with said inner surface (222A); said inner surface (222A) being disposed inside said pocket (22) to define a receptacle (222C) therein;
wherein, said lining (222) of one of said pockets (22) includes a storage body (222D) enclosed by said inner surface (222A) and said external surface (222B), an external vacancy (222E) defined open to interrupt said storage body (222D), and an inner vacancy (222F) enclosed by said storage body (222D), providing one end thereof close and the other end thereof communicated with said external vacancy (222E); said inner surface (222A) of said lining (222) being provided with a protecting layer (P) ; said inner vacancy (222F) being disposed near said opening (221) of said pocket (22), and a dimension of said external vacancy (222E) being smaller than a dimension of said inner vacancy (222F); a receiving room (R) being formed by reversing said inner surface (222A) of said lining (222) outward in order to accommodate said clothing (21) so that said two-sided engaging unit (223) is closed to wrap said clothing (21) when said receiving room (R) is stuffed with said clothing (21).
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1, wherein, a hanging rope (222G) is disposed on said lining (222).
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1, wherein, said protecting layer (P) is disposed on said inner surface (222A), corresponding to said external vacancy (222E).
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1, wherein, a sensing unit (211) is disposed on said clothing (21) for detecting temperature, moisture, or other environmental data.
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1, wherein, an LED unit (212) is disposed on said clothing (21).
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1 or 3, wherein, said protecting layer (P) is formed by coating.
The multi-function garment (2) as claimed in claim 1 or 3, wherein, said protecting layer (P) is waterproof and wear-resisting cloth attached to said inner surface (222A).