Neck tie protector and restraint

Abstract

The invention provides a protective cover and restraint method for neck ties (apparel) to assist in the prevention of stain and soilage to the neck tie, and to help control the movement of said neck tie when the wearer of said neck ties engages in activities that may present an opportunity for such a neck tie to be soiled, stained, or fall in the path of harm.

The embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property or privilege is claimed are defined as follows:  
     
         1 . The design of a cover for a necktie for the purposes of protecting a necktie covering the basic parts of a tie that can be exposed to soilage (front, knot, and front and back of the tip of the tie); protection may be from stains and soilage, but also from being caught in things;  
     
     
         2 . Pocket design;  
     
     
         3 . Attaches and detaches without removing the necktie;  
     
     
         4 . Supports itself by attaching to the necktie;  
     
     
         5 . Could be either disposable or recyclable;  
     
     
         6 . Can be customizable or not;  
     
     
         7 . Can be used for promotional use through the application of logos and company markings;  
     
     
         8 . May offer a “one-size-fits-all” design;  
     
     
         9 . May fasten with a hook, clip, loop, or wrapping method.  
     
     
         10 . Can be provided in novel shapes (e.g. for festive occasions);  
     
     
         11 . Tie movement and management (or restraint) system.