Durable aesthetically pleasing garment protector

Abstract

An improved bib for use by adults is disclosed. The present invention relates to a bib that contains decorative indicia to allow the bib to resemble normal clothing when worn. For example, the bib of the present invention can be designed to resemble a man's dress shirt or woman's blouse disguising its use. As its use is less noticeable than ordinary bibs, wearer's are afforded a greater sense of dignity.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . An aesthetically pleasing bib comprising: 
 a) a front member that substantially covers the wearer's front torso and shoulders which is similar in appearance to the front portion of a normal shirt or blouse;    b) at least one pocket element located along the bottom edge of said front member; and    c) a decorative indicia attached to said front member which further allows said aesthetically pleasing bib to resemble a normal article of clothing.    
     
     
         2 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 1  further comprising attachment means to secure said bib around the wearer's neck.  
     
     
         3 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 2  wherein said attachment means is a hook and loop fastener.  
     
     
         4 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 1  further comprising a collar element attached to the upper side of said front member which surrounds the neck of the wearer.  
     
     
         5 . An aesthetically pleasing bib comprising: 
 a) a front member which is similar in appearance to a normal shirt or blouse that substantially covers a wearer's upper torso which defines a upper portion near said wearer's neck and a lower portion near said wearer's waist that covers said wearer's front torso, shoulders and upper back;    b) at least one pocket element located along said bottom portion of said front member;    c) a collar member attached to said upper portion of said front member; and    d) at least one decorative member attached to said front member allowing said aesthetically pleasing bib to further resemble the appearance of a normal article of clothing.    
     
     
         6 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 5  wherein said decorative member is a breast pocket located on the upper portion of said front member.  
     
     
         7 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 5  wherein said decorative member is a shirt button located on said front member.  
     
     
         8 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 7  further comprising at least two or more buttons placed in spaced intervals and extending from said bottom portion to said upper portion of said front member.  
     
     
         9 . An aesthetically pleasing bib comprising: 
 a) a front member extending from a wearer's neck line to their waist which defines a upper portion and a lower portion respectively that covers the wearer's front torso and covers said wearer's shoulders and upper back;    b) at least one pocket element located along said bottom portion of said front member;    c) a collar member attached to said upper portion of said front member;    d) a breast pocket attached to said upper portion of said front member below said collar member;    e) a fastening member to attach said bib around the neck of said wearer; and    f) a plurality of button members placed in spaced intervals and extending from said bottom portion to said upper portion of said front member.    
     
     
         10 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 10  wherein said front member is constructed from a cloth material.  
     
     
         11 . The aesthetically pleasing bib of  claim 10  wherein said fastening member is a hook and loop fastener.  
     
     
         12 . A method of protecting clothing from becoming soiled while consuming meals comprising the steps of: 
 a) providing a bib which is designed to cover a wearer's front torso, shoulders and upper back;    b) decorating said bib with indicia to allow said bib to resemble the likeness of a normal article of clothing; and    c) placing said bib around the neck of a person.    
     
     
         13 . The method of  claim 12  wherein said step of decorating said bib is accomplished to allow said bib to match the wearer's clothing.