US20230255284A1 - Adjustable Neck Gaiter - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to the protection of the neck from environmental elements such as inclement weather.
- the present invention more particularly pertains to an adjustable sleeve worn around the neck and can be referred to as a neck gaiter.
- a neck gaiter is a sleeve worn around the neck, often for warmth, that can be pulled up over the nose and mouth to function as a face covering in addition to covering the neck.
- neck gaiters with various circumferences, lengths, and thickness.
- neck gaiters One of the issues with existing neck gaiters is the problem of people's varying neck sizes. No two persons have the same body measurement, which means they will have varying neck dimensions. The typical solution today is to buy a neck gaiter that fits the precise neck measurement. The problem with this approach is the need for people to shop around for a suitable neck gaiter that fits their exact neck size that can also stretch over their heads. Moreover, multiple neck gaiters may be necessary in order to provide tighter or looser fits as needed for use in different environments as well as being worn with different clothing.
- Overstretching is also an issue with neck gaiters. Overstretching wears out neck gaiters. The only solution to an overextended neck gaiter is to purchase a new one. Sometimes, especially with children, the neck gaiter will become too small due to the child or a person's neck growing in circumference. There is no solution to overcome this problem other than buying a larger in circumference neck gaiter.
- a neck gaiter that can be adjusted in size. It would be further advantageous to provide a neck gaiter that can be placed and removed without affecting hairstyle and makeup. It would be further advantageous to provide an adjustable neck gaiter that is aesthetically pleasing, easy to use, and relatively cost effective.
- An adjustable neck gaiter includes an elongated body that has a fabric covering and configurable to form a tubular shape to form an adjustable neck gaiter, or sleeve, worn around the neck, that can include a scarf that can extend to cover the lower part of the face, including the nose and mouth, or can be worn open draped around the back of the neck.
- elongated fasteners having magnetic elements such as metallic collar stays, are located inside the fabric at one end of the gaiter body, and reciprocal fastener having magnetic elements, such as magnets, are located on the opposite end of the gaiter body to facilitate the fastening of the adjustable neck gaiter, and for the adjustment of the circumference of the gaiter in use to accommodate different sized necks, and the wearing of different clothing.
- a preferred embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention includes a rectangular-shaped fabric body.
- the rectangular fabric body has a first end and a second end and a top and bottom edge.
- the elongated fasteners are positioned inside the material panel of the rectangular body proximate to the top and bottom of the first end, and aligned to be substantially parallel with the top and bottom edges.
- the reciprocal fasteners are positioned inside the fabric of the rectangular body proximate to the top and bottom edges near the second end. The elongated fasteners and the reciprocal fasteners are removably attachable to each other.
- varying diameters of the sleeve can be created such that the varying diameters of the sleeve fit around wearers' different neck sizes, as well as allowing for varied tightness of the sleeve around a single wearer's neck and face.
- FIG. 1 shows a top perspective view of a preferred embodiment of an adjustable neck gaiter in accordance with the present invention
- FIG. 2 shows a top perspective view of the adjustable neck gaiter of FIG. 1 in an open configuration
- FIG. 3 shows a diagram of the placement of magnets and metallic collar stays in the adjustable neck gaiter of FIG. 1 ;
- FIG. 4 shows a close-up view of a corner of a preferred embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter, in which a medallion detachable from the magnet is illustrated;
- FIG. 5 shows a top perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter in an open configuration
- FIG. 6 shows a diagram of the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining an alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter
- FIG. 7 shows a diagram of alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter showing the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining covered with a number of panels to maintain proper positioning of the components;
- FIG. 8 shows another alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter with the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining held in place with a single panel.
- FIG. 1 a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of an adjustable neck gaiter in accordance with the present invention is shown in its open configuration and generally designated 100 .
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 has a substantially rectangular body 100 A, with upper and bottom edges 101 and 102 , and first and second ends 103 and 104 .
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 further includes an exterior surface, or panel, 105 and a second exterior surface, or panel, 106 , as shown in FIG. 1 , having the same size and shape as the first outer surface 105 .
- the first and second exterior surfaces 105 and 106 are substantially rectangular-shaped and bounded by the upper edge 101 and bottom edge 102 , and the first end 103 and second end 104 .
- first panel 105 and second panel 106 use the same material, but in other embodiments the first surface material 105 is constructed from a different material from the second surface 106 or has a different color or aesthetic appearance from the second surface 106 , or both.
- Suitable materials for panels 105 and 106 can include, but are not limited to, cotton, flannel, felt, faux fur, or any other material which would be suitably warm, aesthetically pleasing, and preferably easy to launder.
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 further includes fasteners 200 A and 200 B, such as magnetic elements that removably attach to a linear array of reciprocal magnetic elements 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B, such as metallic collar stays, fastening the first end 103 of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 to the second end 104 , as shown in FIG. 1 , allowing for adjustment of diameter 400 by movement of first end 103 along second end 104 as depicted by arrow 500 .
- fasteners 200 A and 200 B such as magnetic elements that removably attach to a linear array of reciprocal magnetic elements 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B, such as metallic collar stays, fastening the first end 103 of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 to the second end 104 , as shown in FIG. 1 , allowing for adjustment of diameter 400 by movement of first end 103 along second end 104 as depicted by arrow 500 .
- adjustable neck gaiter 100 may be used without departing from the spirit of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- fasteners may be used without departing from the spirit of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 When fastened, the adjustable neck gaiter 100 effectively forms a sleeve around a wearer's neck. As a result of fastening the first end 103 to the second end 104 , there is some overlap 110 of the body 100 A of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 , with the first end 103 being placed over the second end 104 , or in some embodiments, the second end 104 being placed over the first end 103 . The amount of overlap can be adjusted.
- a number of elongated fasteners may be positioned end-to-end, such as the three metallic collar stays 300 A, 301 A, and 302 A placed in a row proximate the upper edge 101 , and three metallic collar stays 300 B, 301 B, and 302 B placed in a row proximate the bottom edge 102 .
- the reciprocal fastener at various positions along the elongated fasteners to adjust the amount of overlap, the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is adaptable to the size of the wearer's neck and the desired tightness for a particular use case.
- FIG. 1 shows a top perspective view of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 of the present invention in a closed configuration and having a detachable scarf 116 .
- the fasteners are within the interior of the body 100 A of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- magnets 200 A and 200 B, and metallic collar stays 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B are positioned within the body 100 A, such as by stitching them into symmetrical positions.
- These fasteners are stitched in the interior of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 between first exterior surface 105 and the second exterior surface 106 .
- Alternative attachment methods can be used to secure the fasteners 200 and 300 , 301 and 302 in place.
- fasteners may be adhesively secured in place, or encapsulated within pouches sewn into the proper positions within body 100 A.
- FIG. 2 a plan view of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is illustrated in an unfastened, open configuration illustrating the first exterior surface 105 .
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is provided with a pair of fasteners such as magnets 200 A and 200 B proximate the first end 103 as well as the upper edge 101 and bottom edge 102 , respectively.
- Reciprocal fasteners, such as fastening strips 300 B, 301 B, and 302 B are shown and positioned to be adjacent fasteners 200 when the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is in the shape to be worn.
- fastening strips 300 A, 301 A, and 302 A are rectangular with a length greater than the diameter of magnet 200 A.
- fastening strips 300 B, 301 B, and 302 B are rectangular with a length greater than the diameter of magnet 200 B.
- magnet 200 A can be moved relative to the fastening strip 300 A, 301 A, or 302 A to which it is attached—and likewise magnet 200 B can be moved relative to fastening strips 300 B, 301 B, or 302 B—while the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is in a closed configuration, as shown in FIG. 1 , without disconnecting magnet 200 A or 200 B from its connected fastening strip.
- a length 140 comprising each row of metallic collar stays, which is a portion of the length of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- length 140 is the length of the upper row of fasteners 302 A, 301 A, and 300 A, which is equal in length to its parallel, bottom row of metallic collar stays 302 B, 301 B, and 301 B.
- any number of reciprocal fasteners may be included in the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention. Specifically, by increasing the length 140 of the fasteners, the range of diameter 400 of FIG. 1 may be increased. Conversely, if the length 140 of fasteners is decreased, the range of diameter 400 will be decreased. In some embodiments, there may be only a single reciprocal fastener providing for a small measure of adjustability. Another alternative embodiment included a single flexible elongated reciprocal fastener 300 that will adjustably attach to fastener 200 .
- a cutout 105 A shows a portion of the first exterior surface 105 removed for clarity, revealing the interior of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- the cutout 105 A reveals a stuffing or insulative layer 130 within the interior of the body 100 A, such as insulation material.
- This insulation material 130 may be simply another cloth or material panel sized as panels 105 and 106 , or it may be an insulating foam panel or quilted panel that will provide additional thermal insulation as well as provide additional rigidity to body 100 A when in use to maintain the adjustable neck gaiter in a tubular shape to most efficiently protect the wearer's neck.
- FIG. 3 a diagram of fasteners 200 A and 200 B and reciprocal fasteners 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A and 302 B in the fabric of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 are illustrated.
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is provided with a first pair of reciprocal fasteners, such as ferrous fastening strips 300 A and 300 B. Suitable and readily available reciprocal fastener components are metallic collar stays.
- the first pair of reciprocal fasteners 300 A and 300 B, the second pair 301 A and 301 B, and the third pair 302 A and 302 B are all mounted securely inside the body 100 A of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 , proximate to the second end 104 .
- the first pair of reciprocal fasteners 301 A and 301 B are positioned farther away from the second end 104 than the second pair of reciprocal fasteners 300 A and 300 B, but closer to the second end 104 than the third pair of reciprocal fasteners.
- all pairs of fastening strips 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B are positioned in two parallel rows such that they are substantially parallel to the upper edge 101 and bottom edge 102 .
- the pair of magnets 200 A and 200 B and all pairs of fastening strips 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B are positioned at the same distance apart 108 so that when the adjustable neck gaiter 100 is in the closed position as shown on FIG. 1 , fasteners 200 A and 200 B align with one of the pairs of reciprocal fasteners 300 A, 300 B, 301 A, 301 B, 302 A, and 302 B.
- the adjustability of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 of the present invention can be more fully described.
- the gaiter may be adjusted to a smaller or larger diameter 400 by moving or sliding fasteners 200 along reciprocal fasteners 300 , 301 and 302 in direction 500 to the left or right to adjust the adjustable neck gaiter 100 to have a smaller or larger diameter.
- the present embodiment of the invention includes the pair of fasteners 200 A and 200 B connected to the pairs of reciprocal fasteners 301 A and 301 B, respectively.
- This connection is the middle position.
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 can be adjusted to a smaller diameter by connecting fasteners 200 A and 200 B to reciprocal fasteners 302 A and 302 B, respectively. This connection is the smallest diameter position.
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 can be adjusted with a larger diameter by connecting fasteners 200 A and 200 B to reciprocal fasteners 300 A and 300 B, respectively. This connection is the largest diameter position.
- a magnetic snap and socket base 210 is attached to the body 100 A.
- the magnetic snap and socket base 210 further includes a detachable medallion 212 as the male snap end or cover, a face 214 labeled on the medallion 212 , and a female socket base 216 .
- the female socket base 216 is proximate the upper edge 101 and is mounted onto the second exterior surface 106 of the adjustable neck gaiter 100 .
- the face 214 includes a design or logo. Since medallion 212 is detachable from socket base 210 , it is interchangeable with other medallions (not shown) in order to change the appearance of the magnetic snap and socket base 210 .
- the wearer can replace medallion 212 with another medallion 212 having a different face 214 .
- Exemplary faces 214 contain simple designs, provide artistic flair, artwork, or a logo or design associated with an institution or cause, such as a sports team, resort, national or regional flag, university, or other design meaningful to the wearer, or simply prominent product branding.
- a detachable and interchangeable medallion 212 functions in a manner analogous to a cufflink for the neck, combining the operational use of magnets 200 A and 200 B with an additional use in style and messaging.
- the adjustable neck gaiter 100 further includes a detachable scarf 116 that is readily attachable to a fastener 112 on the second exterior surface 116 , such as a shown in FIG. 2 .
- the size, shape and material of scarf 116 may complementary to the materials of surfaces 105 and 106 , and includes a complementary fastener (not shown) to fastener 112 that may be easily removed and reattached using fastener 112 .
- a snap is shown as fastener 112 , however, it is to be appreciated that a magnetic fastener may be positioned where fastener 112 is located and within body 100 A, and a corresponding magnetic element may be formed into or on scarf 116 such that scarf 116 may be easily attached, removed, and reattached simply by placing the corresponding magnetic element adjacent fastener 112 . This would create a clean panel 106 without any additional visible fasteners making the adjustable neck gaiter more aesthetically pleasing when a scarf 116 is not in use.
- adjustable neck gaiter 600 extends from a first end 603 to a second end 604 along its length and an upper edge 601 and bottom edge 602 along its width. As shown in FIG. 5 and FIG. 6 , the adjustable neck gaiter 600 further includes an exterior surface, or panel, 605 and a second exterior surface, or panel, 606 , having the same size and shape as the first outer surface 605 .
- the alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter 600 includes a fastener 612 on the second exterior surface 606 , that may be readily attachable to a scarf 116 .
- a first set of three reciprocal fasteners such as metallic collar stays, 800 A, 800 B, and 800 C are adjacent to the second end 604 and equally spaced apart from the upper to bottom edges 601 and 602 .
- Another set of reciprocal fasteners 801 A, 801 B, and 801 C are positioned farther away from the second end 604 than fasteners 800 A, 800 B, and 800 C but closer to the second end 604 than 802 A, 802 B, and 802 C.
- Yet another set of reciprocal fasteners 802 A, 802 B, and 802 C are positioned further away from the second end 604 than reciprocal fasteners 801 A, 801 B, 801 C.
- all sets of reciprocal fasteners ( 800 A, 800 B, 800 C), ( 801 A, 801 B, 801 C) and ( 802 A, 802 B, 802 C) are positioned in three parallel rows such that they are substantially parallel to the upper edge 101 and bottom edge 102 .
- magnetic elements 800 ABC, 801 ABC and 802 ABC are held in place with an over membrane. More specifically, referring to FIG. 7 , magnetic elements may be covered with a membrane 650 which cover magnetic elements 800 B, 801 B and 802 B to hold them securely in place on panel 605 . Similarly, magnetic elements may be covered with a membrane 651 which cover magnetic elements 800 C, 801 C and 802 C to hold them securely in place on panel 605 . In an alternative embodiment, magnetic elements may be covered with individual membranes 652 , 653 and 654 which cover magnetic elements 800 A, 801 A and 802 A, respectively, to hold them securely in place on panel 605 .
- a single large membrane may be used to secure all fastener elements in place.
- fasteners 800 ABC, 801 ABC, and 802 ABC are all secured in place with a single membrane 660 as the perimeter 662 of membrane 660 surrounds all fasteners.
- membranes 650 , 651 , 652 , 653 , 654 and 660 are made from materials which are flexible and will bend along with panels 605 and 606 while the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention is in use. Moreover, in preferred embodiments, these membranes may be adhesively attached to the panels 605 and 606 so as to closely seal the various fasteners to the panels 605 and 606 .
- the membranes may be a plastic membrane having an adhesive layer on the side contacting the panels to adhesively secure the fasteners in place. Alternatively, the membranes may be a cloth material either adhesively, heat-bonded or sewn to panels 605 and 606 to maintain the position of the various fasteners in place.
- Magnetic fasteners are used in a preferred embodiment, and can include magnet fasteners and ferrous reciprocal fasteners.
- the fastener or the reciprocal fastener may be magnetic, with the other being simply metallic or ferrous so as to attract itself to the magnetic element.
- a suitable fastener is a circular or button magnetic
- a corresponding reciprocal fastener is an elongated rectangular metal panel, such as a metallic collar stay such as those used in dress shirts to maintain collar stiffness.
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An adjustable neck gaiter, or sleeve worn around the neck, is adjustable in length to extend to cover the user's neck and may be adjusted to fit a variety of users. Fasteners, such as corresponding magnetic and metallic elements are positioned inside the fabric such that they can slide against each other maintaining a magnetic attraction to allow for adjustment of the length of the gaiter and corresponding diameter, allowing the adjustable neck gaiter to fit around wearers' different neck sizes, as well as allowing for varied tightness of the gaiter around a single wearer's neck.
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- The present application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 63/292,638 for an invention titled “Magnetically Adjustable Neck Gaiter” filed Dec. 22, 2021, currently co-pending, and a copy of which is included herein by this reference.
- The present invention relates generally to the protection of the neck from environmental elements such as inclement weather. The present invention more particularly pertains to an adjustable sleeve worn around the neck and can be referred to as a neck gaiter.
- A neck gaiter is a sleeve worn around the neck, often for warmth, that can be pulled up over the nose and mouth to function as a face covering in addition to covering the neck. Over the years there have been many different types and kinds of neck gaiters with various circumferences, lengths, and thickness.
- One of the issues with existing neck gaiters is the problem of people's varying neck sizes. No two persons have the same body measurement, which means they will have varying neck dimensions. The typical solution today is to buy a neck gaiter that fits the precise neck measurement. The problem with this approach is the need for people to shop around for a suitable neck gaiter that fits their exact neck size that can also stretch over their heads. Moreover, multiple neck gaiters may be necessary in order to provide tighter or looser fits as needed for use in different environments as well as being worn with different clothing.
- Another issue is negotiating a neck gaiter on and off to adapt to varying temperatures as a person enters and exits controlled environments. Today, there is no solution other than donning and doffing the neck gaiter over the head, subjecting it to overstretching. Because the neck gaiter is slipped on and off over the head, makeup and hair can be affected in an undesired manner by placement or removal of the neck gaiter.
- Overstretching is also an issue with neck gaiters. Overstretching wears out neck gaiters. The only solution to an overextended neck gaiter is to purchase a new one. Sometimes, especially with children, the neck gaiter will become too small due to the child or a person's neck growing in circumference. There is no solution to overcome this problem other than buying a larger in circumference neck gaiter.
- In view of the above, it would be advantageous to provide a neck gaiter that can be adjusted in size. It would be further advantageous to provide a neck gaiter that can be placed and removed without affecting hairstyle and makeup. It would be further advantageous to provide an adjustable neck gaiter that is aesthetically pleasing, easy to use, and relatively cost effective.
- An adjustable neck gaiter is disclosed and includes an elongated body that has a fabric covering and configurable to form a tubular shape to form an adjustable neck gaiter, or sleeve, worn around the neck, that can include a scarf that can extend to cover the lower part of the face, including the nose and mouth, or can be worn open draped around the back of the neck. In a preferred embodiment, elongated fasteners having magnetic elements, such as metallic collar stays, are located inside the fabric at one end of the gaiter body, and reciprocal fastener having magnetic elements, such as magnets, are located on the opposite end of the gaiter body to facilitate the fastening of the adjustable neck gaiter, and for the adjustment of the circumference of the gaiter in use to accommodate different sized necks, and the wearing of different clothing.
- To achieve the adjustable diameters of the gaiter, a preferred embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention includes a rectangular-shaped fabric body. The rectangular fabric body has a first end and a second end and a top and bottom edge. The elongated fasteners are positioned inside the material panel of the rectangular body proximate to the top and bottom of the first end, and aligned to be substantially parallel with the top and bottom edges. The reciprocal fasteners are positioned inside the fabric of the rectangular body proximate to the top and bottom edges near the second end. The elongated fasteners and the reciprocal fasteners are removably attachable to each other. By placing the reciprocal fasteners adjacent to the elongated fastener, varying diameters of the sleeve can be created such that the varying diameters of the sleeve fit around wearers' different neck sizes, as well as allowing for varied tightness of the sleeve around a single wearer's neck and face.
- The novel features of this invention, as well as the invention itself, both as to its structure and its operation, will be best understood from the accompanying drawings, taken in conjunction with the accompanying description, in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts, and in which:
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FIG. 1 shows a top perspective view of a preferred embodiment of an adjustable neck gaiter in accordance with the present invention; -
FIG. 2 shows a top perspective view of the adjustable neck gaiter ofFIG. 1 in an open configuration; -
FIG. 3 shows a diagram of the placement of magnets and metallic collar stays in the adjustable neck gaiter ofFIG. 1 ; -
FIG. 4 shows a close-up view of a corner of a preferred embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter, in which a medallion detachable from the magnet is illustrated; -
FIG. 5 shows a top perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter in an open configuration; -
FIG. 6 shows a diagram of the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining an alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter; -
FIG. 7 shows a diagram of alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter showing the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining covered with a number of panels to maintain proper positioning of the components; and -
FIG. 8 shows another alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter with the placement of magnets, metallic collar stays, and mesh lining held in place with a single panel. - Referring initially to
FIG. 1 , a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of an adjustable neck gaiter in accordance with the present invention is shown in its open configuration and generally designated 100. As shown inFIG. 1 , theadjustable neck gaiter 100 has a substantiallyrectangular body 100A, with upper andbottom edges second ends adjustable neck gaiter 100 further includes an exterior surface, or panel, 105 and a second exterior surface, or panel, 106, as shown inFIG. 1 , having the same size and shape as the firstouter surface 105. The first and secondexterior surfaces upper edge 101 andbottom edge 102, and thefirst end 103 andsecond end 104. In some embodiments,first panel 105 andsecond panel 106 use the same material, but in other embodiments thefirst surface material 105 is constructed from a different material from thesecond surface 106 or has a different color or aesthetic appearance from thesecond surface 106, or both. Suitable materials forpanels - As shown more clearly in
FIG. 2 , theadjustable neck gaiter 100 further includesfasteners magnetic elements first end 103 of theadjustable neck gaiter 100 to thesecond end 104, as shown inFIG. 1 , allowing for adjustment ofdiameter 400 by movement offirst end 103 alongsecond end 104 as depicted by arrow 500. - It should be noted that other fasteners may be used without departing from the spirit of the
adjustable neck gaiter 100. For example, it would be possible to use snaps, buckles, ties, a plurality of vertical or horizontal hook-and-loop strips, or other fasteners placed between theupper edge 101 tobottom edge 102 to connect thefirst end 103 to thesecond end 104. - When fastened, the
adjustable neck gaiter 100 effectively forms a sleeve around a wearer's neck. As a result of fastening thefirst end 103 to thesecond end 104, there is someoverlap 110 of thebody 100A of theadjustable neck gaiter 100, with thefirst end 103 being placed over thesecond end 104, or in some embodiments, thesecond end 104 being placed over thefirst end 103. The amount of overlap can be adjusted. For instance, in a preferred embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention, a number of elongated fasteners may be positioned end-to-end, such as the three metallic collar stays 300A, 301A, and 302A placed in a row proximate theupper edge 101, and three metallic collar stays 300B, 301B, and 302B placed in a row proximate thebottom edge 102. By positioning the reciprocal fastener at various positions along the elongated fasteners to adjust the amount of overlap, theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is adaptable to the size of the wearer's neck and the desired tightness for a particular use case. -
FIG. 1 shows a top perspective view of theadjustable neck gaiter 100 of the present invention in a closed configuration and having adetachable scarf 116. In preferred embodiments of the present invention, the fasteners are within the interior of thebody 100A of theadjustable neck gaiter 100. For instance, as shown inFIGS. 2 and 3 ,magnets body 100A, such as by stitching them into symmetrical positions. These fasteners are stitched in the interior of theadjustable neck gaiter 100 between firstexterior surface 105 and the secondexterior surface 106. Alternative attachment methods can be used to secure the fasteners 200 and 300, 301 and 302 in place. For instance, fasteners may be adhesively secured in place, or encapsulated within pouches sewn into the proper positions withinbody 100A. - Referring now to
FIG. 2 , a plan view of theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is illustrated in an unfastened, open configuration illustrating the firstexterior surface 105. Theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is provided with a pair of fasteners such asmagnets first end 103 as well as theupper edge 101 andbottom edge 102, respectively. Reciprocal fasteners, such as fastening strips 300B, 301B, and 302B are shown and positioned to be adjacent fasteners 200 when theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is in the shape to be worn. - As illustrated in
FIG. 2 andFIG. 3 , in a preferred embodiment, fastening strips 300A, 301A, and 302A are rectangular with a length greater than the diameter ofmagnet 200A. Similarly, in the illustrated embodiment, fastening strips 300B, 301B, and 302B are rectangular with a length greater than the diameter ofmagnet 200B. As a result,magnet 200A can be moved relative to thefastening strip magnet 200B can be moved relative to fastening strips 300B, 301B, or 302B—while theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is in a closed configuration, as shown inFIG. 1 , without disconnectingmagnet adjustable neck gaiter 100 to the size of the wearer's neck and adjust for the desired tightness after fastening it into the closed configuration by sliding fasteners 200 along reciprocal fasteners 300, 301 and 302. - Also provided in
FIG. 2 , is alength 140 comprising each row of metallic collar stays, which is a portion of the length of theadjustable neck gaiter 100. Specifically,length 140 is the length of the upper row offasteners length 140 of the fasteners, the range ofdiameter 400 ofFIG. 1 may be increased. Conversely, if thelength 140 of fasteners is decreased, the range ofdiameter 400 will be decreased. In some embodiments, there may be only a single reciprocal fastener providing for a small measure of adjustability. Another alternative embodiment included a single flexible elongated reciprocal fastener 300 that will adjustably attach to fastener 200. - Referring to
FIG. 2 , acutout 105A shows a portion of the firstexterior surface 105 removed for clarity, revealing the interior of theadjustable neck gaiter 100. Thecutout 105A reveals a stuffing orinsulative layer 130 within the interior of thebody 100A, such as insulation material. Thisinsulation material 130 may be simply another cloth or material panel sized aspanels body 100A when in use to maintain the adjustable neck gaiter in a tubular shape to most efficiently protect the wearer's neck. - Referring now to
FIG. 3 , a diagram offasteners reciprocal fasteners adjustable neck gaiter 100 are illustrated. Theadjustable neck gaiter 100 is provided with a first pair of reciprocal fasteners, such asferrous fastening strips FIG. 2 , the first pair ofreciprocal fasteners second pair third pair body 100A of theadjustable neck gaiter 100, proximate to thesecond end 104. The first pair ofreciprocal fasteners second end 104 than the second pair ofreciprocal fasteners second end 104 than the third pair of reciprocal fasteners. According to the present embodiment of the invention, all pairs offastening strips upper edge 101 andbottom edge 102. Finally, As shown inFIG. 3 , the pair ofmagnets fastening strips adjustable neck gaiter 100 is in the closed position as shown onFIG. 1 ,fasteners reciprocal fasteners - Returning now back to
FIG. 1 , the adjustability of theadjustable neck gaiter 100 of the present invention can be more fully described. As stated above, the gaiter may be adjusted to a smaller orlarger diameter 400 by moving or sliding fasteners 200 along reciprocal fasteners 300, 301 and 302 in direction 500 to the left or right to adjust theadjustable neck gaiter 100 to have a smaller or larger diameter. - As shown in
FIG. 1 , the present embodiment of the invention includes the pair offasteners reciprocal fasteners adjustable neck gaiter 100 can be adjusted to a smaller diameter by connectingfasteners reciprocal fasteners adjustable neck gaiter 100 can be adjusted with a larger diameter by connectingfasteners reciprocal fasteners - Referring now to
FIG. 4 , in preferred embodiments of theadjustable neck gaiter 100, a magnetic snap andsocket base 210 is attached to thebody 100A. The magnetic snap andsocket base 210 further includes adetachable medallion 212 as the male snap end or cover, aface 214 labeled on themedallion 212, and afemale socket base 216. Thefemale socket base 216 is proximate theupper edge 101 and is mounted onto the secondexterior surface 106 of theadjustable neck gaiter 100. In most embodiments, theface 214 includes a design or logo. Sincemedallion 212 is detachable fromsocket base 210, it is interchangeable with other medallions (not shown) in order to change the appearance of the magnetic snap andsocket base 210. - The wearer can replace
medallion 212 with anothermedallion 212 having adifferent face 214.Exemplary faces 214 contain simple designs, provide artistic flair, artwork, or a logo or design associated with an institution or cause, such as a sports team, resort, national or regional flag, university, or other design meaningful to the wearer, or simply prominent product branding. Thus, a detachable andinterchangeable medallion 212 functions in a manner analogous to a cufflink for the neck, combining the operational use ofmagnets - Referring back to
FIG. 1 , theadjustable neck gaiter 100 further includes adetachable scarf 116 that is readily attachable to afastener 112 on the secondexterior surface 116, such as a shown inFIG. 2 . The size, shape and material ofscarf 116 may complementary to the materials ofsurfaces fastener 112 that may be easily removed and reattached usingfastener 112. A snap is shown asfastener 112, however, it is to be appreciated that a magnetic fastener may be positioned wherefastener 112 is located and withinbody 100A, and a corresponding magnetic element may be formed into or onscarf 116 such thatscarf 116 may be easily attached, removed, and reattached simply by placing the corresponding magnetic elementadjacent fastener 112. This would create aclean panel 106 without any additional visible fasteners making the adjustable neck gaiter more aesthetically pleasing when ascarf 116 is not in use. - An alternative embodiment of the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention is shown in
FIG. 5 and generally designated 600. As shown,adjustable neck gaiter 600 extends from afirst end 603 to asecond end 604 along its length and anupper edge 601 andbottom edge 602 along its width. As shown inFIG. 5 andFIG. 6 , theadjustable neck gaiter 600 further includes an exterior surface, or panel, 605 and a second exterior surface, or panel, 606, having the same size and shape as the firstouter surface 605. Theadjustable neck gaiter 600 includes a set of threefasteners first end 603, and three sets ofreciprocal fasteners second end 604.Fasteners exterior surface 605 to form a pocket in which the fasteners may be secured in position. Mesh lining 702 provides for a strong magnetic force between fasteners 700 and reciprocal fasteners 800, 801 and 802. However, alternatively, a thin cloth membrane may also be used in place of mesh lining 702. Also shown inFIG. 6 , the alternative embodiment of theadjustable neck gaiter 600 includes afastener 612 on the secondexterior surface 606, that may be readily attachable to ascarf 116. - As shown, a first set of three reciprocal fasteners, such as metallic collar stays, 800A, 800B, and 800C are adjacent to the
second end 604 and equally spaced apart from the upper tobottom edges reciprocal fasteners second end 604 thanfasteners second end 604 than 802A, 802B, and 802C. Yet another set ofreciprocal fasteners second end 604 thanreciprocal fasteners upper edge 101 andbottom edge 102. - Referring now to
FIGS. 7 and 8 , alternative embodiments of the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention are shown in which the magnetic elements 800ABC, 801ABC and 802ABC are held in place with an over membrane. More specifically, referring toFIG. 7 , magnetic elements may be covered with amembrane 650 which covermagnetic elements panel 605. Similarly, magnetic elements may be covered with a membrane 651 which covermagnetic elements panel 605. In an alternative embodiment, magnetic elements may be covered withindividual membranes magnetic elements panel 605. In another alternative embodiment, a single large membrane may be used to secure all fastener elements in place. For instance, inFIG. 8 , fasteners 800ABC, 801ABC, and 802ABC are all secured in place with asingle membrane 660 as theperimeter 662 ofmembrane 660 surrounds all fasteners. - As described herein,
membranes panels panels panels panels - Throughout this description, fasteners and reciprocal fasteners have been described has having a cooperative attraction to each other in order to secure the adjustable neck gaiter of the present invention in place. Magnetic fasteners are used in a preferred embodiment, and can include magnet fasteners and ferrous reciprocal fasteners. However, it is to be appreciated that either the fastener or the reciprocal fastener may be magnetic, with the other being simply metallic or ferrous so as to attract itself to the magnetic element. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a suitable fastener is a circular or button magnetic, and a corresponding reciprocal fastener is an elongated rectangular metal panel, such as a metallic collar stay such as those used in dress shirts to maintain collar stiffness. These examples are merely exemplary of suitable fasteners, and those skilled in the art will recognize that other suitable fasteners will suffice.
- While there have been shown what are presently considered to be preferred embodiments of the present invention, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications can be made herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention.
Claims (17)
1. An adjustable neck gaiter, comprising:
a rectangular-shaped body having a first end and a second end and configurable to form a tubular shape in which said first end is adjacent said second end;
one or more fasteners positioned within the body adjacent to said first end;
one or more reciprocal fasteners positioned within the body adjacent to said second end; and
wherein said one or more fasteners align with and are configured to removably attach to one of said one or more reciprocal fasteners to maintain said body in a tubular shape having a variable diameter.
2. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 1 , further comprising:
said body having an inner panel and an outer panel.
3. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 2 , wherein said inner panel and said outer panel are made from different materials.
4. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 1 , further comprising:
said fastener is a magnet; and
said reciprocal fastener is made from a ferrous material.
5. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 1 , wherein said body has an upper edge extending from said first end to said second end, and a lower edge extending from said first end to said second end;
said one or more fasteners is two fasteners with a first fastener adjacent said first end and said upper edge, and a second fastener adjacent said first end and said lower edge;
said one or more reciprocal fasteners is two reciprocal fasteners with a reciprocal fastener adjacent said second end and said upper edge, and a second reciprocal fastener adjacent said second end and said lower edge; and
wherein said first fastener and said first reciprocal fastener, and said second fastener and said second reciprocal fastener, are magnetically attracted when said body is in said tubular configuration.
6. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 5 , further comprising:
a third fastener positioned between said first fastener and said second fastener;
a third reciprocal fastener positioned between said first reciprocal fastener and said second reciprocal fastener;
wherein said third fastener and said third reciprocal fastener are magnetically attracted when said body is in said tubular configuration.
7. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 1 , wherein said one or more reciprocal fasteners positioned within the body adjacent to said second end further comprises a plurality of reciprocal fasteners in a linear array substantially parallel to said upper edge of said panel.
8. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 1 , further comprising a pouch for each said fastener positioned on the exterior of the rectangular panel adjacent the upper and bottom edges and the first end and wherein said fastener is secured within said pouch.
9. An adjustable neck gaiter, comprising:
a rectangular-shaped body having a first end and a second end and configurable to form a tubular shape in which said first end is adjacent said second end;
a fastener positioned within the body adjacent to said first end;
a reciprocal fastener positioned within the body adjacent to said second end; and
wherein said fastener aligns with and is configured to removably attach to said reciprocal fastener to maintain said body in a tubular shape having a variable diameter.
10. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 9 , further comprising a pouch for said fastener positioned on the exterior of the rectangular panel and wherein said fastener is secured within said pouch.
11. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 10 , further comprising a plurality of reciprocal fasteners, said reciprocal fasteners positioned within the body adjacent to said second end in a linear array substantially parallel to said upper edge of said panel.
12. An adjustable neck gaiter, comprising:
a rectangular-shaped body having a first end and a second end, and having an inner panel and an outer panel, and configurable to form a tubular shape in which a portion of said inner panel adjacent said first end is adjacent said outer panel adjacent second end;
one or more fasteners positioned on the inner panel of said body adjacent to said first end;
one or more reciprocal fasteners positioned on the outer panel of said body adjacent to said second end; and
wherein said one or more fasteners align with and are configured to removably attach to one of said one or more reciprocal fasteners to maintain said body in a tubular shape having a variable diameter.
13. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 12 , wherein said inner panel and said outer panel are made from different materials.
14. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 12 , further comprising:
said fastener is a magnet; and
said reciprocal fastener is made from a ferrous material.
15. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 12 , wherein said body has an upper edge extending from said first end to said second end, and a lower edge extending from said first end to said second end;
said one or more fasteners is two fasteners with a first fastener adjacent said first end and said upper edge, and a second fastener adjacent said first end and said lower edge;
said one or more reciprocal fasteners is two reciprocal fasteners with a reciprocal fastener adjacent said second end and said upper edge, and a second reciprocal fastener adjacent said second end and said lower edge; and
wherein said first fastener and said first reciprocal fastener, and said second fastener and said second reciprocal fastener, are magnetically attracted when said body is in said tubular configuration.
16. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 15 , further comprising:
a third fastener positioned between said first fastener and said second fastener;
a third reciprocal fastener positioned between said first reciprocal fastener and said second reciprocal fastener;
wherein said third fastener and said third reciprocal fastener are magnetically attracted when said body is in said tubular configuration.
17. The adjustable neck gaiter of claim 12 , wherein said one or more reciprocal fasteners positioned within the body adjacent to said second end further comprises a plurality of reciprocal fasteners in a linear array substantially parallel to said upper edge of said panel.
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