US20200154828A1 - Transformable Shoe - Google Patents
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- the current application is a continuation-in-part (CIP) application of a U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 filed on May 7, 2018.
- the U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 claims a priority to a U.S. provisional application Ser. No. 62/501,900 filed on May 5, 2017.
- the U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 was filed on May 7, 2018 while May 5, 2018 was on a weekend.
- the present invention generally relates to heeled footwear. More specifically, the present invention is a transformable shoe that allows the height of a heeled shoe to be adjusted.
- the present invention is a transformable shoe utilizing a collapsible heel.
- the height of the present invention varies in height while sufficiently supporting the weight of the foot of the user as well as the weigh of the user.
- the present invention specifically allows a user to adjust the collapsible heel between a high-heel configuration, a wedge configuration, and a flat configuration.
- the present invention balances the user while wearing the present invention as the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a lift-receiving bed and a flat platform.
- the present invention helps alleviate pain and prevent possible feet, knee and back problems.
- the present invention serves as an essential stylistic accessory to the overall outfit of the user.
- the present invention presents a clear improvement on the prior arts currently available in the public domain.
- FIG. 1 is a rear perspective view of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein a plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a high-heel configuration.
- FIG. 3 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a wedge configuration.
- FIG. 4 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a flat configuration.
- FIG. 5 is a side schematic view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention with a flat platform.
- FIG. 6 is a side schematic view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention with a plurality of structurally stabilizing pieces.
- FIG. 7 is a side schematic view of a first alternate embodiment of the present invention with a collapsible heel separated from a shoe body and a first interlocking piece disconnected from a second interlocking piece.
- FIG. 8 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the at least one interchangeable heel is a solid wedge body.
- FIG. 9 is a side schematic view of the present invention with a boot-mimicking sleeve attached with the shoe body and an annular flap covering a zipping mechanism.
- FIG. 10 is a rear exploded view of the present invention with the boot-mimicking sleeve.
- FIG. 11 is a schematic view of the boot-mimicking sleeve attached to the shoe body with the zipping mechanism.
- the present invention is a transformable shoe that allows a user to adjust the height to transformable shoe immediately.
- the present invention provides a stable structure for which the user may walk upon.
- the present invention comprises a shoe body 1 , at least one interchangeable heel 19 , and a lift-receiving bed 12 .
- the shoe body 1 surrounds and contains the foot of the user.
- the shoe body 1 supports the foot of the user, specifically the arch of the user.
- the shoe body 1 positions the foot of the user above the at least one interchangeable heel 19 .
- the shoe body 1 comprises an outsole 2 , a shank 3 , a heel seat 4 , and a counter 5 .
- the outsole 2 uplifts and supports the ball of the foot from the ground.
- the shank 3 supports the arch of the foot.
- the shank 3 preferably comprises materials that sufficiently support the arch of the user while being flexible enough to accommodate the varying height of the present invention as a result of the at least one interchangeable heel 19 .
- the heel seat 4 suspends and supports the heel of the foot against the at least one interchangeable heel 19 .
- the counter 5 surrounds the heel of the foot and positions the heel of the foot against the at least one interchangeable heel 19 .
- the at least one interchangeable heel 19 uplifts the shoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well.
- the at least interchangeable heel 19 comprises a heel-bracing portion 20 .
- the heel-bracing portion 20 connects the at least one interchangeable heel 19 to the shoe body 1 .
- the overall configuration of the aforementioned components allows the height and support of the present invention to be adjusted while effectively supporting the foot of the user.
- the lift-receiving bed 12 is integrated into the shank 3 , adjacent to the outsole 2 . This arrangement supports the arch of the foot for a user.
- the heel-bracing portion 20 is mounted adjacent to the heel seat 4 , opposite the counter 5 , thereby defining the arch of the foot for the user.
- the at least one interchangeable heel 19 is a collapsible heel 6 .
- the collapsible heel 6 uplifts the shoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well.
- the collapsible heel 6 comprises a plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 .
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 defines the height of the present invention, as well as, supports and suspends the heel seat 4 above the ground. More specifically, the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 comprises a proximal member 8 and a distal member 9 .
- the proximal member 8 connects the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 to the shoe body 1 .
- the distal member 9 presses against the ground and connects the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 to the lift-receiving be depending on the height of the present invention.
- Alternate embodiments of the present invention may also comprise a friction-inducing layer that traverses across the distal member 9 and is positioned opposite the proximal member 8 .
- the friction-inducing layer prevents the distal member 9 from losing traction with the ground.
- the lift-receiving bed 12 connects the collapsible heel 6 the shank 3 .
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 is positioned in series with each other in order to structurally support the shoe body 1 and arch of the foot for the user.
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 is configured to discretely offset from the heel seat 4 from the outsole 2 .
- variable height of the present invention is defined by three configurations.
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 further comprises at least one intermediate member 10 in order to support the heel seat 4 and offset the proximal member 8 from the distal member 9 .
- the at least one intermediate member 10 is positioned in between the proximal member 8 and the distal member 9 .
- the plurality of anthropomorphic member is arranged into a high-heel configuration, the height of the present invention is at maximum, as shown in FIG. 2 .
- the proximal member 8 , the at least one intermediate member 10 , and the distal member 9 is positioned collinear to each other.
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 is arranged into a wedge configuration, the height of the present invention is shortened. While in the wedge configuration, the shoe body 1 is still elevated above the ground and the foot for the user is slightly arched, as shown in FIG. 3 . While in the wedge configuration, the proximal member 8 and the at least one intermediate member 10 are positioned collinear to each other. Moreover, the proximal member 8 and the at least one intermediate member 10 are positioned perpendicular to the distal member 9 .
- the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 is arranged into a flat configuration, the height of the height of the present invention is at a minimum, as shown in FIG. 4 . While in the flat configuration, the distal member 9 and the at least one intermediate member 10 are positioned collinear to each other. Moreover, the distal member 9 and the at least one intermediate member 10 are positioned perpendicular to the proximal member 8 .
- the present invention further comprises a telescopic extrusion 13 , as seen in FIG. 3 .
- the telescopic extrusion 13 connects the distal member 9 to the lift-receiving bed 12 regardless of the length of the shoe body 1 .
- the distal member 9 is directly connected to the lift-receiving bed 12 , thereby stabilizing the shoe body 1 as the telescopic extrusion 13 is integrated into the distal member 9 .
- the telescopic extrusion 13 is engaged into the lift-receiving bed 12 .
- the telescopic extrusion 13 snaps into the lift-receiving bed 12 , thereby allowing the distal member 9 to be securely attached to the lift-receiving bed 12 while being easily separable by the user.
- the shoe body 1 and the foot of the user is balanced regardless of the height of the present invention as the collapsible heel 6 further comprises a flat platform 14 , seen in FIG. 5 .
- the flat platform 14 stabilizes the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 against the ground. As the ground is positioned opposite to the shank 3 , the flat platform 14 is positioned opposite to the shank 3 about the collapsible heel 6 . Consequently, the flat platform 14 presses against the ground and limits the tilt of the shoe body 1 while being worn by the user.
- the collapsible heel 6 further comprises a plurality of snap locks 11 , seen in FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , FIG. 3 , FIG. 4 , FIG. 5 , and FIG. 6 .
- the plurality of snap locks 11 fixes the position of the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 , unless purposefully adjusted by the user.
- the height of the present invention is defined by the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 , each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 is hingedly connected to each other.
- a corresponding lock from the plurality of snap locks 11 is operatively integrated into the hinged connection between each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 , wherein the corresponding lock is used to fix a collinear positioning for each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 . Therefore, the collapsible heel 6 does not collapse with the weight of the foot, moreover the weight of the user.
- an actuator and a release button are integrated into each of the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 .
- the actuator is operatively coupled in each of the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 in order to convert the collinear positioning for each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 into a perpendicular orientation between adjacent pairs of anthropomorphic members.
- the release button is externally integrated into each of the anthropomorphic members in order to control the corresponding actuator.
- the structural integrity of the collapsible heel 6 is enhanced, as well as the stability of the shoe body 1 , as the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a plurality of structurally-stabilizing pieces 15 , seen in FIG. 6 .
- the plurality of structurally-stabilizing pieces 15 is made of bamboo and is integrated throughout the collapsible heel 6 , reinforcing each anthropomorphic member of the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 .
- the at least one interchangeable heel 19 is a solid wedge body 21 , seen in FIG. 8 .
- the solid wedge body 21 also uplifts the shoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well.
- the solid wedge body 21 further provides stability and support for the arch of the foot of the user as the solid wedge body 21 further comprises a ball-bracing portion 22 .
- the ball-bracing portion 22 is engaged into the lift-receiving bed 12 in order for the solid wedge body 21 to be securely oriented along the shank 3 of the shoe body 1 .
- the solid wedge body 21 is effectively connected across shank 3 of the shoe body 1 so that the solid wedge body 21 does not get dislodged with the heal seat of the shoe body 1 while walking with the present invention.
- a further embodiment of the present invention comprises a boot-mimicking sleeve 23 , enhancing the style of the present invention and providing further insulation for a user while in cold environments.
- the shoe body 1 further comprises a foot-receiving hole 23 .
- a foot of the user traverses into the shoe body 1 through the foot-receiving hole 23 .
- the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 comprises a first open end 24 and a second open end 25 in order to slip the foot through the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 and wrap the lower leg of the user with the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 .
- the first open end 24 is attached onto the shoe body 1 , around the foot-receiving hole 23 . This arrangement connects the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 with the shoe body 1 and elongates the present invention along the leg of the user.
- the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 is easily connected and disconnected with the shoe body 1 as this further embodiment of the present invention comprises a zipping mechanism 26 , seen in FIG. 11 .
- the zipping mechanism 26 allows the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 to be securely attached and easily separated with the shoe body 1 .
- the zipping mechanism 26 comprises a first set of zipper teeth 27 and a second set of zipper teeth 28 .
- the first set of zipper teeth 27 is connected around the first open end 24
- the second set of zipper teeth 28 is integrated into the shoe body 1 , around the foot-receiving hole 23 .
- the first set of zipper teeth 27 is releasably engaged with the second set of zipper teeth 28 .
- this embodiment further comprises an annular flap 29 .
- the annular flap 29 is laterally connected around the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 and is positioned across the zipper mechanism. This arrangement conceals the zipper mechanism, provides a finished look between the shoe body 1 and the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 , and prevents the zipper mechanism from accidentally detaching the shoe body 1 with the boot-mimicking sleeve 23 .
- the stylistic variability of the present invention is also enhanced as the present invention further comprises an attachment mechanism 16 , shown in FIG. 7 .
- the attachment mechanism 16 allows the collapsible heel 6 to be removed or interchanged with the solid wedge body 21 , and vice versa.
- the attachment mechanism 16 securely connects the collapsible heel 6 and the solid wedge body 21 to the shoe body 1 , as well as preserves the high-heel configuration, the wedge configuration, and the flat configuration of the plurality of anthropomorphic members 7 for the collapsible heel 6 .
- the attachment mechanism 16 comprises a first interlocking piece 17 and a second interlocking piece 18 .
- the first interlocking piece 17 secures the collapsible heel 6 to the second interlocking piece 18 .
- the second interlocking piece 18 secures the first interlocking piece 17 to the shoe body 1 .
- the first interlocking piece 17 and the second interlocking piece 18 serve as a universal attachment between the shoe body 1 and the collapsible heel 6 , as well as the shoe body 1 and the interchangeable heel 19 .
- the first interlocking piece 17 is connected adjacent to the proximal member 8 , opposite to the distal member 9 .
- the second interlocking piece 18 is connected adjacent to the heel seat 4 , opposite the counter 5 .
- the first interlocking piece 17 is releasably engaged with the second interlocking piece 18 , this arrangement allows the collapsible heel 6 and the solid wedge body 21 to be interchanged and while structurally supporting the shoe body 1 .
- the first interlocking piece 17 and the second interlocking piece 18 preserve the overall structure and configuration of the shoe body 1 such that attachment mechanism 16 does not cause any discomfort for the user. Furthermore, the position of the foot of the user is not altered by the attachment mechanism 16 . It is understood that various embodiments of the present invention may comprise fasteners that securely attach the first interlocking piece 17 to the second interlocking piece 18 while preserving the structural integrity of the present invention and the overall exterior of the present invention.
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Abstract
A transformable shoe is an apparatus that allows a user to customize the height of the shoe. The apparatus includes a shoe body, at least one interchangeable heel, and a lift-receiving bed. The shoe body surrounds and supports the foot against the ground. The interchangeable heel uplifts the shoe body above the ground. More specifically, the interchangeable heel uplifts a heel seat above the ground and defines an arch of the foot. The interchangeable heel may be a collapsible heel and solid wedge body. The height of the apparatus is dependent on the arrangement of the plurality of anthropomorphic members for the collapsible heel and the fixed height of the solid wedge body. The interchangeable heel includes a heel-bracing portion. The lift-receiving bed is integrated into a shank of the shoe body, and the heel-bracing portion is mounted adjacent to a heel seat of the shoe body.
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- The current application is a continuation-in-part (CIP) application of a U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 filed on May 7, 2018. The U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 claims a priority to a U.S. provisional application Ser. No. 62/501,900 filed on May 5, 2017. The U.S. non-provisional application Ser. No. 15/973,094 was filed on May 7, 2018 while May 5, 2018 was on a weekend.
- The present invention generally relates to heeled footwear. More specifically, the present invention is a transformable shoe that allows the height of a heeled shoe to be adjusted.
- Numerous studies have shown that wearing high heeled footwear can have adverse effects on the wearer's body. Various studies have linked to feet, knee, back and spice injuries. Because women are willing to sacrifice their body to look good they do not see the fact that they are injuring themselves through daily wear of high heels. It is important that my customers do not sacrifice an injury for fashion trends. The present invention enables women to have both comfort and fashion.
- The present invention is a transformable shoe utilizing a collapsible heel. The height of the present invention varies in height while sufficiently supporting the weight of the foot of the user as well as the weigh of the user. The present invention specifically allows a user to adjust the collapsible heel between a high-heel configuration, a wedge configuration, and a flat configuration. The present invention balances the user while wearing the present invention as the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a lift-receiving bed and a flat platform. As the user is able to immediately reduce the height of the present invention, the present invention helps alleviate pain and prevent possible feet, knee and back problems. As the user is able to immediately increase the height of the present invention, the present invention serves as an essential stylistic accessory to the overall outfit of the user. Thus, the present invention presents a clear improvement on the prior arts currently available in the public domain.
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FIG. 1 is a rear perspective view of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein a plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a high-heel configuration. -
FIG. 3 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a wedge configuration. -
FIG. 4 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a flat configuration. -
FIG. 5 is a side schematic view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention with a flat platform. -
FIG. 6 is a side schematic view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention with a plurality of structurally stabilizing pieces. -
FIG. 7 is a side schematic view of a first alternate embodiment of the present invention with a collapsible heel separated from a shoe body and a first interlocking piece disconnected from a second interlocking piece. -
FIG. 8 is a side schematic view of the present invention wherein the at least one interchangeable heel is a solid wedge body. -
FIG. 9 is a side schematic view of the present invention with a boot-mimicking sleeve attached with the shoe body and an annular flap covering a zipping mechanism. -
FIG. 10 is a rear exploded view of the present invention with the boot-mimicking sleeve. -
FIG. 11 is a schematic view of the boot-mimicking sleeve attached to the shoe body with the zipping mechanism. - All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
- The present invention is a transformable shoe that allows a user to adjust the height to transformable shoe immediately. The present invention provides a stable structure for which the user may walk upon. In order for the height of the shoe to be altered, the present invention comprises a
shoe body 1, at least oneinterchangeable heel 19, and a lift-receivingbed 12. Theshoe body 1 surrounds and contains the foot of the user. Theshoe body 1 supports the foot of the user, specifically the arch of the user. Theshoe body 1 positions the foot of the user above the at least oneinterchangeable heel 19. Theshoe body 1 comprises an outsole 2, ashank 3, aheel seat 4, and acounter 5. The outsole 2 uplifts and supports the ball of the foot from the ground. Theshank 3 supports the arch of the foot. Theshank 3 preferably comprises materials that sufficiently support the arch of the user while being flexible enough to accommodate the varying height of the present invention as a result of the at least oneinterchangeable heel 19. Theheel seat 4 suspends and supports the heel of the foot against the at least oneinterchangeable heel 19. Thecounter 5 surrounds the heel of the foot and positions the heel of the foot against the at least oneinterchangeable heel 19. The at least oneinterchangeable heel 19 uplifts theshoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well. The at leastinterchangeable heel 19 comprises a heel-bracing portion 20. The heel-bracing portion 20 connects the at least oneinterchangeable heel 19 to theshoe body 1. - The overall configuration of the aforementioned components allows the height and support of the present invention to be adjusted while effectively supporting the foot of the user. The lift-receiving
bed 12 is integrated into theshank 3, adjacent to the outsole 2. This arrangement supports the arch of the foot for a user. The heel-bracing portion 20 is mounted adjacent to theheel seat 4, opposite thecounter 5, thereby defining the arch of the foot for the user. - In the first embodiment of the present invention, the at least one
interchangeable heel 19 is acollapsible heel 6. Thecollapsible heel 6 uplifts theshoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well. Thecollapsible heel 6 comprises a plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7. The plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 defines the height of the present invention, as well as, supports and suspends theheel seat 4 above the ground. More specifically, the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 comprises aproximal member 8 and adistal member 9. Theproximal member 8 connects the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 to theshoe body 1. Thedistal member 9 presses against the ground and connects the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 to the lift-receiving be depending on the height of the present invention. Alternate embodiments of the present invention may also comprise a friction-inducing layer that traverses across thedistal member 9 and is positioned opposite theproximal member 8. The friction-inducing layer prevents thedistal member 9 from losing traction with the ground. The lift-receivingbed 12 connects thecollapsible heel 6 theshank 3. The plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 is positioned in series with each other in order to structurally support theshoe body 1 and arch of the foot for the user. The plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 is configured to discretely offset from theheel seat 4 from the outsole 2. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the variable height of the present invention is defined by three configurations. The plurality of
anthropomorphic members 7 further comprises at least oneintermediate member 10 in order to support theheel seat 4 and offset theproximal member 8 from thedistal member 9. Moreover, the at least oneintermediate member 10 is positioned in between theproximal member 8 and thedistal member 9. Wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic member is arranged into a high-heel configuration, the height of the present invention is at maximum, as shown inFIG. 2 . Theproximal member 8, the at least oneintermediate member 10, and thedistal member 9 is positioned collinear to each other. Wherein the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 is arranged into a wedge configuration, the height of the present invention is shortened. While in the wedge configuration, theshoe body 1 is still elevated above the ground and the foot for the user is slightly arched, as shown inFIG. 3 . While in the wedge configuration, theproximal member 8 and the at least oneintermediate member 10 are positioned collinear to each other. Moreover, theproximal member 8 and the at least oneintermediate member 10 are positioned perpendicular to thedistal member 9. Wherein the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 is arranged into a flat configuration, the height of the height of the present invention is at a minimum, as shown inFIG. 4 . While in the flat configuration, thedistal member 9 and the at least oneintermediate member 10 are positioned collinear to each other. Moreover, thedistal member 9 and the at least oneintermediate member 10 are positioned perpendicular to theproximal member 8. - In order to accommodate the various configurations of anthropomorphic members, specifically the wedge configuration, the present invention further comprises a
telescopic extrusion 13, as seen inFIG. 3 . Thetelescopic extrusion 13 connects thedistal member 9 to the lift-receivingbed 12 regardless of the length of theshoe body 1. Thedistal member 9 is directly connected to the lift-receivingbed 12, thereby stabilizing theshoe body 1 as thetelescopic extrusion 13 is integrated into thedistal member 9. Moreover, thetelescopic extrusion 13 is engaged into the lift-receivingbed 12. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, thetelescopic extrusion 13 snaps into the lift-receivingbed 12, thereby allowing thedistal member 9 to be securely attached to the lift-receivingbed 12 while being easily separable by the user. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the
shoe body 1 and the foot of the user is balanced regardless of the height of the present invention as thecollapsible heel 6 further comprises aflat platform 14, seen inFIG. 5 . Theflat platform 14 stabilizes the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 against the ground. As the ground is positioned opposite to theshank 3, theflat platform 14 is positioned opposite to theshank 3 about thecollapsible heel 6. Consequently, theflat platform 14 presses against the ground and limits the tilt of theshoe body 1 while being worn by the user. - In order to secure the variable height of the
collapsible heel 6, thecollapsible heel 6 further comprises a plurality of snap locks 11, seen inFIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 ,FIG. 3 ,FIG. 4 ,FIG. 5 , andFIG. 6 . The plurality of snap locks 11 fixes the position of the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7, unless purposefully adjusted by the user. As the height of the present invention is defined by the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7, each adjacent pair from the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 is hingedly connected to each other. A corresponding lock from the plurality of snap locks 11 is operatively integrated into the hinged connection between each adjacent pair from the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7, wherein the corresponding lock is used to fix a collinear positioning for each adjacent pair from the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7. Therefore, thecollapsible heel 6 does not collapse with the weight of the foot, moreover the weight of the user. - In an alternate embodiment of the present invention, an actuator and a release button are integrated into each of the plurality of
anthropomorphic members 7. The actuator is operatively coupled in each of the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 in order to convert the collinear positioning for each adjacent pair from the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 into a perpendicular orientation between adjacent pairs of anthropomorphic members. The release button is externally integrated into each of the anthropomorphic members in order to control the corresponding actuator. - The structural integrity of the
collapsible heel 6 is enhanced, as well as the stability of theshoe body 1, as the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a plurality of structurally-stabilizingpieces 15, seen inFIG. 6 . The plurality of structurally-stabilizingpieces 15 is made of bamboo and is integrated throughout thecollapsible heel 6, reinforcing each anthropomorphic member of the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7. - In a further embodiment of the present invention, the at least one
interchangeable heel 19 is asolid wedge body 21, seen inFIG. 8 . Thesolid wedge body 21 also uplifts theshoe body 1 above the ground, and consequently uplifts the foot of the user as well. Thesolid wedge body 21 further provides stability and support for the arch of the foot of the user as thesolid wedge body 21 further comprises a ball-bracing portion 22. The ball-bracing portion 22 is engaged into the lift-receivingbed 12 in order for thesolid wedge body 21 to be securely oriented along theshank 3 of theshoe body 1. Moreover, thesolid wedge body 21 is effectively connected acrossshank 3 of theshoe body 1 so that thesolid wedge body 21 does not get dislodged with the heal seat of theshoe body 1 while walking with the present invention. - A further embodiment of the present invention, seen in
FIG. 9 andFIG. 10 , comprises a boot-mimickingsleeve 23, enhancing the style of the present invention and providing further insulation for a user while in cold environments. Moreover, theshoe body 1 further comprises a foot-receivinghole 23. A foot of the user traverses into theshoe body 1 through the foot-receivinghole 23. The boot-mimickingsleeve 23 comprises a firstopen end 24 and a secondopen end 25 in order to slip the foot through the boot-mimickingsleeve 23 and wrap the lower leg of the user with the boot-mimickingsleeve 23. The firstopen end 24 is attached onto theshoe body 1, around the foot-receivinghole 23. This arrangement connects the boot-mimickingsleeve 23 with theshoe body 1 and elongates the present invention along the leg of the user. - The boot-mimicking
sleeve 23 is easily connected and disconnected with theshoe body 1 as this further embodiment of the present invention comprises a zippingmechanism 26, seen inFIG. 11 . The zippingmechanism 26 allows the boot-mimickingsleeve 23 to be securely attached and easily separated with theshoe body 1. The zippingmechanism 26 comprises a first set ofzipper teeth 27 and a second set ofzipper teeth 28. The first set ofzipper teeth 27 is connected around the firstopen end 24, and the second set ofzipper teeth 28 is integrated into theshoe body 1, around the foot-receivinghole 23. Moreover, the first set ofzipper teeth 27 is releasably engaged with the second set ofzipper teeth 28. In order to define a continuous exterior over the zippingmechanism 26, this embodiment further comprises anannular flap 29. Theannular flap 29 is laterally connected around the boot-mimickingsleeve 23 and is positioned across the zipper mechanism. This arrangement conceals the zipper mechanism, provides a finished look between theshoe body 1 and the boot-mimickingsleeve 23, and prevents the zipper mechanism from accidentally detaching theshoe body 1 with the boot-mimickingsleeve 23. - The stylistic variability of the present invention is also enhanced as the present invention further comprises an
attachment mechanism 16, shown inFIG. 7 . Theattachment mechanism 16 allows thecollapsible heel 6 to be removed or interchanged with thesolid wedge body 21, and vice versa. Theattachment mechanism 16 securely connects thecollapsible heel 6 and thesolid wedge body 21 to theshoe body 1, as well as preserves the high-heel configuration, the wedge configuration, and the flat configuration of the plurality ofanthropomorphic members 7 for thecollapsible heel 6. Theattachment mechanism 16 comprises afirst interlocking piece 17 and asecond interlocking piece 18. - The
first interlocking piece 17 secures thecollapsible heel 6 to thesecond interlocking piece 18. Thesecond interlocking piece 18 secures thefirst interlocking piece 17 to theshoe body 1. Thefirst interlocking piece 17 and thesecond interlocking piece 18 serve as a universal attachment between theshoe body 1 and thecollapsible heel 6, as well as theshoe body 1 and theinterchangeable heel 19. In order for thecollapsible heel 6 and thesolid wedge body 21 to be removably attached to theshoe body 1, thefirst interlocking piece 17 is connected adjacent to theproximal member 8, opposite to thedistal member 9. Moreover, thesecond interlocking piece 18 is connected adjacent to theheel seat 4, opposite thecounter 5. Thefirst interlocking piece 17 is releasably engaged with thesecond interlocking piece 18, this arrangement allows thecollapsible heel 6 and thesolid wedge body 21 to be interchanged and while structurally supporting theshoe body 1. Thefirst interlocking piece 17 and thesecond interlocking piece 18 preserve the overall structure and configuration of theshoe body 1 such thatattachment mechanism 16 does not cause any discomfort for the user. Furthermore, the position of the foot of the user is not altered by theattachment mechanism 16. It is understood that various embodiments of the present invention may comprise fasteners that securely attach thefirst interlocking piece 17 to thesecond interlocking piece 18 while preserving the structural integrity of the present invention and the overall exterior of the present invention. - Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter claimed.
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1. A transformable shoe comprises:
a shoe body;
at least one interchangeable heel;
a lift-receiving bed;
the shoe body comprises an outsole, a shank, a heel seat, and a counter;
the at least one interchangeable heel comprises a heel-bracing portion;
the lift-receiving bed being integrated into the shank, adjacent to the outsole; and,
the heel-bracing portion being mounted adjacent to the heel seat, opposite the counter.
2. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the at least one interchangeable heel being a collapsible heel;
the collapsible heel comprises a plurality of anthropomorphic members;
the plurality of anthropomorphic members comprises a proximal member and a distal member, wherein the proximal member is the heel-bracing portion;
the plurality of anthropomorphic members being positioned in series with each other; and,
the plurality of anthropomorphic members being configured to discretely offset the heel seat from the outsole.
3. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a high-heel configuration;
the plurality of anthropomorphic members further comprises at least one intermediate member;
the at least one intermediate member being positioned in between the proximal member and the distal member; and,
the proximal member, the at least one intermediate member, and the distal member being positioned collinear to each other.
4. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a wedge configuration;
the plurality of anthropomorphic members further comprises at least one intermediate member;
the at least one intermediate member being positioned in between the proximal member and the distal member;
the proximal member and the at least one intermediate member being positioned collinear to each other; and,
the proximal member and the at least one intermediate member being positioned perpendicular to the distal member.
5. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
wherein the plurality of anthropomorphic members is arranged into a flat configuration;
the plurality of anthropomorphic members further comprises at least one intermediate member;
the at least one intermediate member being positioned in between the proximal member and the distal member;
the distal member and the at least one intermediate member being positioned collinear to each other; and,
the distal member and the at least one intermediate member being positioned perpendicular to the proximal member.
6. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
a telescopic extrusion; and,
the telescopic extrusion being integrated into the distal member.
7. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 6 comprises:
the telescopic extrusion being engaged into the lift-receiving bed.
8. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
the collapsible heel further comprises a flat platform;
the flat platform being integrated along the plurality of anthropomorphic members; and,
the flat platform being positioned opposite to the shank about the collapsible heel.
9. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 2 comprises:
the collapsible heel further comprises a plurality of snap locks;
each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members being hingedly connected to each other; and,
a corresponding lock from the plurality of snap locks being operatively integrated into the hinged connection between each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members, wherein the corresponding lock is used to fix a collinear positioning for each adjacent pair from the plurality of anthropomorphic members.
10. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
a plurality of structurally-stabilizing pieces;
the plurality of structurally-stabilizing pieces being made of bamboo; and,
the plurality of structurally-stabilizing pieces being integrated throughout the at least one interchangeable heel.
11. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the at least one interchangeable heel being a solid wedge body;
the solid wedge body further comprises a ball-bracing portion; and,
the ball-bracing portion being engaged into the lift-receiving bed.
12. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
a boot-mimicking sleeve;
the shoe body further comprises a foot-receiving hole;
the boot-mimicking sleeve comprises a first open end and a second open end; and,
the first open end being attached onto the shoe body, around the foot-receiving hole.
13. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 12 comprises:
a zipping mechanism;
the zipping mechanism comprises a first set of zipper teeth and a second set of zipper teeth;
the first set of zipper teeth being connected around the first open end;
the second set of zipper teeth being integrated into the shoe body, around the foot-receiving hole; and,
the first set of zipper teeth being releasably engaged with the second set of zipper teeth.
14. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 13 comprises:
an annular flap;
the annular flap being laterally connected around the boot-mimicking sleeve, adjacent to the first open end; and,
the annular flap being positioned across the zipping mechanism.
15. The transformable shoe as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
an attachment mechanism;
the attachment mechanism comprises a first interlocking piece and a second interlocking piece;
the first interlocking piece being connected adjacent to the heel-bracing portion;
the second interlocking piece being connected adjacent to the heel seat, opposite the counter; and,
the first interlocking piece being releasably engaged with the second interlocking piece.
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