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  Modified pantyhose and/or tightsUSPTO Application #: 20060085895Title: Modified pantyhose and/or tights Abstract: Three new ways to make pantyhose easier to use (especially for handicapped persons) have been shown. The single piece Pantyhose and Tights have been converted to 2-piece garments. With regular Pantyhose or Tights the user must maneuver both feet at the same time into the two pantyhose-legs. With the two-part Pantyhose or Tights, this takes place one step (foot) at a time, which is much easier to do. (end of abstract) Agent: Karl Brack - Worcester, MA, US Inventors: Edith Wojeski, Karl Brack USPTO Applicaton #: 20060085895 - Class: 002409000 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Apparel, Head Coverings, Skirts, Underwear, Particular To Female, Panty Hose The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060085895. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
1. FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] Pantyhose has been worn by most women for aesthetic appearance or comfort during the last 40 years. However older women, suffering from arthritis, limited mobility or loss of equilibrium, often have problems getting both feet into a pair of pantyhose. 2. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] The term `pantyhose` is exclusively American, referring to the combination of `panties` (undergarment) with hosiery. The one-piece pantyhose was a substantial improvement that appeared in the 1960s because it provided a convenient alternative to separate underwear and hosiery. In the USA the term tights is used to describe a garment similar to pantyhose, but which is thicker and more commonly worn in wintertime for warmth or by girls, dancers, and other athletes. [0003] Pantyhose are worn for a number of reasons. Sheer pantyhose that match the skin color of the legs can enhance the appearance of the legs, making them look smoother. Darker Pantyhose can enhance the legs by outlining the shape. Pantyhose also has practical use, as it can provide warmth in colder weather (especially tights) and let women go `bare-legged` even in the winter. Pantyhose can even enhance blood circulation by applying even pressure on the legs throughout the day. [0004] Pantyhose are available in a wide range of styles. The sheerness of the garment, expressed as a numerical `denier`, ranges from 3 (extremely rare, very thin, barely visible) to 20 (standard sheer) up to 30 (semi opaque). The term denier refers to the weight of the yarn in grams at a standard length of 9000 meters. Thus 9000 meters of yarn of 1 denier weigh 1.0 gram. [0005] Pantyhose also comes in a variety of colors, from gray/black or skin tone common in business wear to brightly colored styles fashionable among young women. [0006] Most pantyhose are composed of nylon and spandex, which supplies the elasticity and form fitting that is characteristic of modern pantyhose. Unfortunately, the nylon fabric is somewhat prone to tearing and it is common for very sheer hose to `run` soon after snagging on something sharp. [0007] Pantyhose worn for fashion have a standard construction. The top of the waist is a strong elastic. The part covering the hips (boxer/brief area) is composed of a thicker material than the legs. The gusset or crotch is also a stronger material, sometimes made of cotton. The legs of the pantyhose are made of the thinnest material which has a consistent construction down to the toes, which may be reinforced to guard against wear. Interestingly hose for the legs were a male fashion (for example among European and American aristocrats during the 16.sup.th century), while women hid their legs from public view. This trend reversed, however, with men wearing pants and women exposing their legs. In the 20.sup.th century, pantyhose have been marketed to women exclusively. However in recent years some versions for men have appeared in the marketplace, touted for warmth as well as for appearance, blood circulation, and comfort. We may yet see a reversal again, or perhaps a unisex approach to this unique garment. [0008] Despite the popularity of today's pantyhose, there are some problems associated with their use. Older women which may suffer from arthritic joints, stiff joints, and/or stiff backs, may find it difficult to reach below their feet in order to slip into the pantyhose. Their fingernails may get caught in the pantyhose or stocking fabric and cause runs. 3. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0009] It has been found that this problem can be solved by using a 2-part pantyhose. One part consists of a pantyhose with only one leg (pantyhose-panty (see FIG. 2). The other part being a matching stocking (color, size, weave, etc). When worn, the stocking may be attached to the pantyhose-panty by a suitable closure (e.g. velcro). or it may remain on its own as a stocking. [0010] A left-sided pantyhose-panty may be combined with a right-sided pantyhose-panty (see FIG. 1) and together they will make up the equivalent of a regular pantyhose (one panty will be worn over the other one). (See FIG. 2). [0011] A further modification involves a combination of a left-sided pantyhose and a right-sided pantyhose where the panty part of each has been slit from the waistband to the leg-opening and with a closure attached to the slit (eg Velcro). (See FIG. 3). 4. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0012] Conventional materials/fabrics and manufacturing/sewing methods may be employed. Conventional colors, sheerness and fabrics may be used as well as other suitable/appropriate ones. As described earlier, these properties/characteristics may be selected based on the intended application. For example, colored, sheer Pantyhose for fashion purposes and semi-opaque for warmth or medical purposes. [0013] The use of the word pantyhose is also intended to cover related garments such as tights etc. [0014] The manufacture of pantyhose and tights is well known in the art and described for example in a number of U.S. patents including U.S. Pat. Nos. 20020104334, 20040031293, 200400031293, 20040145717, 20040123368, 20040111781, 20030110551 and 20040171765. [0015] The following type of closures can be used: Velcro closures, snaps, hooks and eyelets, buttons and buttonholes, reusable pressure sensitive adhesives, etc. 5. EXAMPLES Example 1 [0016] The Pantyhose (Tights) of this invention (FIG. 1a and FIG. 1b) consist of 2 parts; a right sided pantyhose-panty (part a) (FIG. 1 a) and and a left sided pantihose-panty (part b) (FIG. 1 b). Each of these 2 parts comprises a panty with one stocking attached [eg a right stocking on part (a) (FIG. 1a) and a left stocking on part (b) (FIG. 1 b). Each part has an elastic waistband and an elastic leg-opening. [0017] The person using this pantyhose will first slip the right foot through panty (a) into the right stocking followed by slipping the left foot through the panty, After pulling part a of the pantyhose up tight, the person will slip the left foot into the stocking of part (b) followed by slipping the right foot through panty (b) and then pulling part (b) up tightly over part (a). Example 2 Continue reading... Full patent description for Modified pantyhose and/or tights Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Modified pantyhose and/or tights patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. 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