Apron with beverage holder
US7484249B1 · kind B1 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D27/20
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
This invention provides an apron having at least one beverage pocket specifically designed for holding beverage containers at a convenient location for easy access by the user. The pocket includes a reinforced outer rim, formed from a durable polymer ring or gusset in an illustrative embodiment. In one implementation, the pocket is located along the lower end of a side wing of the apron so that it is generally below and within easy reach of the wearer's right (or left) hand. The ring/gusset secures an appropriately sized inner beverage pocket pouch that has a depth and perimeter size sufficient to house an average-sized beverage container. The depth of is arranged so that the top of an average container either protrudes slightly, or is completely recessed within the pouch. The pouch may be constructed from one or more layers of insulating material to allow the drink to retain its heat or coolness and preventing transfer of heat/cold to the wearer's body. In an illustrative embodiment, the apron can also include additional convenient features, such as a retractable, lanyard-mounted bottle opener. The retractable cord/lanyard-mounted bottle opener is placed within easy reach of the u…
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