JP2000157301A - Mule - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a clean and comfortable mule. SOLUTION: This mule 1 consists of a mule main body 2 which a foot can be freely inserted into/drawn out and a mule sole 3 attached to the sole of the mule main body 2, both of which are formed separably from each other. The female fastener member 7 of a hook and loop fastener is sewn to the sole of the mule main body 2, and a male fastener member 12 of a hook and loop fastener is sewn to the upper surface of the mule sole 3. The mule main body 2 and the mule sole 3 are detachably connected to each other by means of those female and male fastener members 7 and 12. In this case, the mule main body 2 is made of a highly water-permeable material which can be washed plural times.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a slipper,
Particularly, the present invention relates to slippers suitable for waiting on customers.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in accommodation facilities such as hotels, slippers for customers are necessities. However, conventional slippers usually provided in hotels and the like are often not well-maintained and often used by others, which often causes discomfort to customers.

In response to this, so-called disposable slippers have become widespread in recent years. The disposable slippers do not require any care and do not give a customer the discomfort of reusing them with others.

[0004] However, the use of such disposable slippers in accommodation facilities such as hotels results in an increase in necessary business expenses. Therefore, it is desirable that such disposable slippers be manufactured as inexpensively as possible. On the other hand, slippers used in hotels and other accommodation facilities are required to have a high-class feel and good comfort, but in order to manufacture disposable slippers at low cost, inexpensive materials must be used for surface members and the like. Since it is necessary to take measures such as using the cushioning member or forming the cushioning member thin, it is difficult to provide a cushioning member having sufficiently good wearing comfort without deteriorating the sense of quality.

[0005]

As described above, the conventional slippers always provided in accommodation facilities such as hotels are often not well-maintained, and are often used by others, so that they cannot be used by customers. In many cases, it gave pleasure.

[0006] In response to this, if disposable slippers are adopted in accommodation facilities such as hotels, the cost for business is increased. On the other hand, manufacturing disposable slippers inexpensively for cost reduction impairs the sense of quality and reduces the slippery comfort of the slippers.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a slipper which is clean and has good comfort.

[0008]

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, a first slipper according to the present invention comprises a slipper footwear body to which a foot can be inserted and removed, and a slipper disposed on the bottom surface of the slipper footwear body. The bottom part is separated from the bottom part, and these are detachably connected to each other.

The second slipper according to the present invention is the first slipper, wherein the slipper footwear main body is
It is characterized by comprising a member that can be washed a plurality of times.

A third slipper according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the second slipper, the slipper footwear main body is made of a member having good water permeability.

[0011] A fourth slipper according to the present invention is the first slipper, wherein the slipper footwear main body comprises:
The slipper bottom is replaceable.

A fifth slipper according to the present invention, in any one of the first to fourth slippers, connects the slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom with a hook-and-loop fastener comprising a pair of male and female fastener members. And is configured to be detachable.

A sixth slipper according to the present invention is the fifth slipper, wherein the female fastener member is provided on the bottom surface of the slipper footwear main body, and the male fastener member is attached to the upper surface of the slipper bottom portion. It is characterized by being provided in.

In a seventh slipper according to the present invention, in any one of the first to third slippers, the slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom are detachably connected via hooks. Features.

According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to third slippers, the slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom are detachably mounted via a slide fastener. It is characterized by.

[0016]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. 1 to 3 relate to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a slipper, and FIG.
3 is a perspective view showing a state when the slipper of FIG. 1 is used, and FIG. 3 is a sectional view taken along the line III-III of FIG.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the slipper 1
The slipper footwear main body 2 is configured to include a slipper footwear main body 2 from which a foot can be inserted and detached, and a slipper bottom part 3 that can be freely attached to and detached from the bottom surface of the slipper footwear main body 2.

As shown in FIG. 3, the slipper footwear main body 2 is provided with a core material 4 made of a nonwoven fabric cut into a substantially sole shape.

On the upper surface of the core member 4, an intermediate member 5 made of a sponge-like member and cut into substantially the same shape as the core member 4 is provided.
And a surface member 6 made of a woven fabric are arranged in order. Here, the surface member 6 is made of, for example, a woven fabric of a toweling cloth having good air permeability and good touch.

On the bottom surface of the core member 4, a female fastener member 7 of a hook-and-loop fastener cut into substantially the same shape as the core member 4 (a so-called magic tape made of a pair of detachable male and female members). Of the fastener member 7
Are arranged in such a manner that the loop-shaped portions 7a are exposed downward.

On the outer periphery of the core member 4, the intermediate member 5, the surface member 6, and the fastener member 7, there is provided a band-shaped cloth 8 covering these edges, and the band-shaped cloth 8 is sewn with a thread 9. Thereby, each of the above members is integrally sewn.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, an upper 10 of the slipper footwear main body 2 is provided at a front position on the upper surface of the surface member 6. Here, the upper part 10 is, for example, arranged by arranging both ends of a woven fabric sewn in a tubular shape on both front edges of the surface member 6 and using a thread (not shown) before the band-shaped cloth 8 is sewn. It is formed by sewing the core member 4 integrally with the intermediate member 5 and the surface member 6. here,
The upper part 10 is made of, for example, a woven fabric of a towel with good air permeability and good touch.

The above-mentioned members constituting the slipper footwear main body 2 are made of a material which can sufficiently withstand a plurality of washings (for example, about 50) and which have good water permeability. It is configured using

As shown in FIG. 3, the slipper bottom 3
Is provided with a cushioning member 11 made of a plate-like member such as urethane foam and formed by cutting into the same shape as the core material 4 of the slipper footwear body 2.

A groove 11a for preventing slippage is formed in the bottom surface of the cushioning member 11.

On the upper surface of the cushioning member 11, a male fastener member 12 detachable from the female fastener member 7 (a male and female side of a so-called magic tape comprising a pair of detachable male and female members). The fastener member 12 is cut into substantially the same shape as the cushioning member 11, and is disposed so as to overlap with the hook-shaped portion 12a of the fastener member 12 so as to be exposed upward.

The cushioning member 11 and the fastener member 1
A band-like cloth 13 covering these edges is provided on the outer periphery of the belt 2. The band-like cloth 13 is sewn with a thread 14 so that the above members are integrally sewn.

[0028] The slipper footwear main body 2 constructed as described above.
The slipper bottom 3 functions as the slipper 1 by being connected to each other via male and female fastener members 7 and 12 as shown in FIG.

After the use of the slipper 1, the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 are separated from each other, and only the slipper footwear main body 2 is washed.

Then, the washed slipper footwear main body 2
Functions as the slipper 1 by being connected to the slipper bottom 3 again.

According to such a slipper 1, in an accommodation facility such as a hotel, the used slipper footwear main body 2 is separated from the slipper bottom 3, washed, and used again by being combined with the slipper bottom 3. It is possible to provide a new customer with a slipper in which the portion where the foot can be inserted and removed is always clean.

Since the slipper 1 can be used repeatedly, the slipper foot unit 2 and the slipper bottom 3 are expensive to make the slipper 1 have a high-class feel and good comfort. Even if it is configured by using members, it is possible to reduce the overall cost required for business in hotels and the like.

Therefore, a slipper which is always clean and has good comfort can be provided at low cost.

In addition, since the slipper 1 can be washed, the slipper 1 can be made of a soft towel cloth or the like at a position where the foot comes into contact with the slipper, so that the slipper 1 is more comfortable to wear. It can be.

In the slipper 1, the slipper footwear main body 2 is made of a material having good water permeability, and the buffer member 1 is generally poor in water permeability and formed relatively thick.
Since the slipper bottom 3 provided with 1 is formed separately from the slipper footwear main body 2, dehydration and drying when the slipper footwear main body 2 is washed can be performed smoothly in a short time.

Further, since the female fastener member 7 is provided on the slipper footwear main body 2 side, even when a plurality of slipper footwear main bodies 2 are washed at one time, the slipper footwear main bodies 2 are connected to each other. They are not joined together. Therefore, the washing operation of the slipper footwear main body 2 can be performed smoothly, and the slipper footwear main body 2 is prevented from being damaged at the time of washing due to the fastener member being joined to the surface member 6, the upper part 10, and the like. Can be.

Further, in the slipper 1, since the fastener members 7 and 12 for detachably connecting the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 are provided on the respective connecting surfaces, a strong connecting force is obtained. be able to.

Next, FIGS. 4 and 5 relate to a second embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the slipper footwear body.
Is a top view of the slipper bottom. In this embodiment, the same members as those in the above-described first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 4, instead of the female fastener member 7 provided on the entire bottom surface in the first embodiment, the bottom surface of the slipper footwear main body 2 of this embodiment is replaced with a female fastener member. A plurality of female fastener members 20 are provided on the main part by sewing or the like.

As shown in FIG. 5, the male fastener member 12 provided on the entire upper surface in the above-described first embodiment is provided on the upper surface of the slipper bottom 3 of this embodiment.
Instead, at a position corresponding to each fastener member 20 section,
Male fastener member 21 sections are provided by sewing or the like.

Here, the pieces of the fastener members 20 and 21 are appropriately provided at portions where the connection between the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 can be sufficiently maintained.

In such an embodiment, the amount of use of the fastener members 20 and 21 can be reduced, so that the manufacturing cost can be reduced in addition to the functions and effects obtained in the above-described first embodiment. be able to.

In this embodiment, in order to give the slipper 1 a more luxurious feel, a surface member made of a fabric or the like is provided between the bottom surface of the core member 4 of the slipper footwear body 2 and the fastener member 20. Alternatively, a surface member made of a fabric or the like may be interposed between the upper surface of the buffer member 11 of the slipper bottom 3 and the fastener member 21.

Next, FIGS. 6 and 7 relate to a third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the slipper footwear body.
Is a top view of the slipper bottom. In this embodiment, the same members as those in the above-described first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof is omitted.

The slipper 1 of this embodiment is different from the hook-and-loop fastener used in the first and second embodiments in that the slipper foot unit body 2 and the slipper are formed by hooks comprising male and female hook members 25 and 26. The bottom part 3 is configured to be detachable.

That is, as shown in FIG. 6, a hole 2 is formed at the center of the bottom surface of the slipper footwear body 2 of this embodiment.
A plurality of female hook members 25 having 5a are provided on main parts by sewing or the like.

As shown in FIG. 7, the upper surface of the slipper bottom 3 of this embodiment is provided at a position corresponding to each of the hook members 25, and at the center thereof, a protrusion which can be fitted with the hole 25a. A male hook member 26 having 26a is provided by sewing or the like.

Here, the hook members 25 and 26 are appropriately provided at portions where the connection between the slipper footwear body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 can be sufficiently maintained.

It is desirable that the hook members 25 and 26 be disposed at positions where the user wearing the slipper 1 does not feel uncomfortable due to the unevenness of the hook members 25 and 26.

In such an embodiment, the above first and second embodiments
In addition to the functions and effects obtained in the second embodiment, when the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 are connected, the positioning thereof is appropriately and easily performed by the male and female hook members 25 and 26. Can be.

In this embodiment, the male hook member 26 is provided on the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 is provided.
May be provided with a female hook member 25.

Further, in such an embodiment, in order to give the slipper 1 a more luxurious feeling, a surface member made of woven fabric is provided between the bottom surface of the core member 4 of the slipper footwear main body 2 and the hook member 25. A surface member made of fabric may be provided between the hook member 26 and the upper surface of the buffer member 11 of the slipper bottom 3.

Next, FIG. 8 relates to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the slipper viewed from above. In this embodiment, the same members as those in the above-described first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof is omitted.

In the slipper 1 of this embodiment, instead of the hook-and-loop fastener used in the first and second embodiments, the slide fastener 30 makes the slipper footwear main body 2 and the slipper bottom 3 detachable. Make up.

Here, the slide fastener 30 has a pair of engagement teeth 32, which are engaged / released by the slider 31,
33 is a well-known slide fastener provided with a tape 33 and tapes 34 and 35, respectively.
Attached to. The lower stoppers (not shown) provided at the base end portions of the engagement teeth 32 and 33 are formed of detachable metal fittings.

One of the tapes 34 is sewn on the bottom surface of the slipper footwear main body 2 by the thread 9, whereby the working teeth 32 are arranged along the outer periphery of the slipper footwear main body 2.

On the other hand, the other tape 35 is sewn on the upper surface of the slipper bottom 3 with the thread 14, whereby the working teeth 33 are arranged along the outer periphery of the slipper bottom 2.

In such an embodiment, the above-mentioned first and second
In addition to the functions and effects obtained in the second and third embodiments,
When the slipper foot unit 2 and the slipper bottom 3 are joined,
Since the engagement teeth 32 and 33 are arranged along the outer circumference of the slipper 1, when the user wears the slipper 1, the user does not feel discomfort due to the slide fastener 30.

In each of the above-described embodiments, the members constituting the slipper footwear body 2 are not limited to those described above, and may be excellent in water permeability, durability, etc., and feel good. Good.

The cushioning member 11 constituting the slipper bottom 3 is not limited to the above-mentioned one, but may be any one having excellent cushioning properties and durability.

In order to make the slipper 1 have a higher quality, for example, a leather cloth may be used as the belt-like cloth 13 or the like which is a constituent member of the slipper bottom 3.

The shape of the slipper 1 is not limited to the above.

In the slipper 1, only the slipper footwear main body 2 can be replaced with the slipper bottom 3, for example, a so-called disposable one that can withstand overnight use. is there. Also in such a case, since the slipper bottom 3 can be used repeatedly, it can be made cheaper than a slipper in which all members are made of disposable materials. In addition, even in such a slipper 1, by providing the slipper bottom portion 3 with a sufficient cushioning function, it is possible to maintain good comfort. Here, the disposable slipper footwear main body 2 only needs to have a strength enough to withstand overnight use, for example, so that the core material 4 and the like may be omitted and the cost may be reduced.

[0064]

As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a slipper which is clean and has good comfort.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIGS. 1 to 3 relate to a first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a slipper.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a state when the slipper of FIG. 1 is used.

FIG. 3 is a sectional view taken along line III-III of FIG. 2;

4 and 5 relate to a second embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the slipper footwear main body.

FIG. 5 is a top view of the slipper bottom.

6 and 7 relate to a third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 6 is a bottom view of a slipper footwear main body.

FIG. 7 is a top view of the slipper bottom.

FIG. 8 relates to a fourth embodiment of the present invention and is a perspective view of a slipper viewed from above.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Slipper 2 ... Slipper foot part main body 3 ... Slipper bottom 7 ... Fastener member (female type) 12 ... Fastener member (male type) 20 ... Fastener member (female type) 21 ... Fastener member (male type) 25 ... Hook member ( Female type) 26… Hook member (male type) 30… Slide fastener

Claims (8)

[Claims] 1. A slipper footwear body to which a foot can be inserted and detached, and a slipper bottom part provided on a bottom surface of the slipper footwear body are separated from each other, and these are integrally detachably attached. Slippers. 2. The slipper according to claim 1, wherein the slipper footwear main body is formed of a member that can be washed a plurality of times. 3. The slipper according to claim 2, wherein the slipper footwear main body is formed of a member having good water permeability. 4. The slipper according to claim 1, wherein the slipper footwear body is replaceable with respect to the slipper bottom. 5. The slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom portion are configured to be detachable via a surface fastener comprising a pair of male and female fastener members. Slippers. 6. The slipper according to claim 5, wherein the female fastener member is provided on a bottom surface of the slipper footwear main body, and the male fastener member is provided on an upper surface of the slipper bottom portion. 7. The slipper according to claim 1, wherein the slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom are detachable via hooks. 8. The slipper according to claim 1, wherein the slipper footwear main body and the slipper bottom are detachable via a slide fastener.