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Footwear having interchangeable decorative straps and strips

a technology of decorative straps and strips, applied in the field of footwear, can solve the problems of not being practical for a traveler to carry between ten and twenty pairs of footwear, and achieve the effects of convenient attachment capability, superiority to other footwear, and no financial burden

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-01-03
STYLES CHRISTI ANN
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[0014]Another feature of the present invention is that it is lighter than some existing footwear.
[0022]Yet another feature of the present invention is the easy attaching capability which is superior to other footwear.

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With the increased luggage restrictions imposed on airline passengers, it might not be practical for a traveler to carry between ten to twenty pairs of footwear.

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[0035]In the preferred and alternate embodiments shown, the footwear is preferably in the form of a slip-on sandal which includes a sole element 10 (FIGS. 1-8), a heel 11 (FIGS. 1-8) and an upper element 40 (FIGS. 2-4, FIG. 6, and FIG. 8).

[0036]The upper element 40 (FIGS. 2-4, FIG. 6, and FIG. 8) is permanently attached on opposite sides of the footwear sole and is configured to extend across the top of wearer's foot when the footwear is worn.

[0037]The upper element 40 (FIGS. 2-4, FIG. 6, and FIG. 8) is attached on the opposite sides of the footwear sole 10 (FIGS. 1-8) and is configured to extend laterally across the top surface of the wearer's foot when the footwear is worn. A plurality of topmost cover elements 30 (FIGS. 2-3, FIG. 6, and FIGS. 8-11) are provided for releasable attachment to the upper element 40 (FIGS. 2-4, FIG. 6, and FIG. 8) on the footwear 12 (FIG. 1).

[0038]The topmost cover elements 30 (FIGS. 2-3, FIG. 6, and FIGS. 8-11) are specifically sized and configured to...

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This invention relates in general to interchangeable decorative straps and strips for usage in combination with a footwear. The decorative straps and strips are secured to the exterior surface of the footwear by a loop and hook [VELCRO] fastener. This allows a user to wear a single pair of footwear with a variety of outfits by changing the overall physical appearance of the footwear with an assortment of interchangeable decorative straps and strips.The assortment of interchangeable decorative straps and strips consists of various trimming-type decorations, and is preferably selected from the group consisting of beads, bows, flowers, fringe, zippers and colored fabrics or ribbons. Each of the assorted straps or strips is designed to coordinate with, i.e., to be aesthetically pleasing with, a variety of outfits so that the footwear may be used in conjunction with a number of different outfits.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The invention relates in general to footwear. More particularly, this invention relates to a footwear having interchangeable components incorporating a removable fastening system which enables a person to custom design their own footwear according to their individual needs.[0003]2. Description of the Related Art[0004]Footwear is typically purchased in a finished state from footwear specialty stores, department stores, and various other outlets selling shoes. The selection of footwear is limited to the present stock as displayed in the retail establishments. Thus, there is minimal opportunity to add your own sense of style or individual expression to the footwear.[0005]The footwear is usually a specific type with a certain aesthetic appearance that is not alterable. To change the appearance of the footwear, one would have to switch to a different pair of footwear.[0006]It may be desirable to have a large selection of dif...

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IPC IPC(8): A43B3/24
CPCA43B3/105A43B23/25A43B3/24
Inventor STYLES, CHRISTI ANN
Owner STYLES CHRISTI ANN
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