Multi-purpose scarf

Abstract

A multiple-purpose scarf which may be worn draped around the neck which in some embodiments includes one or more pockets. Game items such as programs, ticket stubs, and binoculars can be kept in pockets for ready access. It is contemplated that readable matter and/or a graphics may be located at one or more ends of the article of clothing facing away from wearer. Alternatively, or in addition, readable matter may be included on the inverse side of the scarf and may be displayed by holding the scarf above the wearer's head. One or more hand grasping elements may be provided along the scarf to aid the user in raising the scarf above the wearer's head. A hood may be included, which may be located within an envelope created within the center of the scarf. When not in use, the article of clothing may be rolled up and stuffed into one of the pockets, if desired.

1 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a length, a width, and two opposing ends, the elongated body further having a first major side and a second opposing major side;    a first readable and/or graphical indicia on the first major side; and    a second readable and/or graphical indicia on the second major side.    
   
   
       2 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein the first readable and/or graphical indicia is provided along an intermediate region of the first major side between the two opposing ends.  
   
   
       3 . The scarf of  claim 2  wherein the second readable and/or graphical indicia is provided near one of the opposing ends of the second major side.  
   
   
       4 . The scarf of  claim 3  wherein the first readable and/or graphical indicia includes lettering.  
   
   
       5 . The scarf of  claim 4  wherein the second readable and/or graphical indicia includes a logo.  
   
   
       6 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein the first readable and/or graphical indicia is printed onto the first major side.  
   
   
       7 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein the first readable and/or graphical indicia includes material that is sewn onto the first major side.  
   
   
       8 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein the second readable and/or graphical indicia is printed onto the first major side.  
   
   
       9 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein the first major side is adapted to be worn toward the wearer of the scarf, and the second major side is adapted to be worn away from the wearer of the scarf.  
   
   
       10 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein at least part of the first readable and/or graphical indicia is glow in the dark.  
   
   
       11 . The scarf of  claim 1  wherein at least part of the second readable and/or graphical indicia is glow in the dark.  
   
   
       12 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a first major side and a second opposing major side;    a first readable and/or graphical indicia on the first major side; and    grasping means accessible from the second major side.    
   
   
       13 . The scarf of  claim 12  wherein the grasping means comprises a loop of material secured to the second major side of the scarf.  
   
   
       14 . The scarf of  claim 13  wherein the loop of material is sized to accommodate a finger of a wearer.  
   
   
       15 . The scarf of  claim 12  wherein the first readable and/or graphical indicia is provided along an intermediate region of the first major side between the two opposing ends, and the grasping means includes a first grasping means adjacent one side of the first readable and/or graphical indicia and a second grasping means adjacent the other side of the first readable and/or graphical indicia.  
   
   
       16 . The scarf of  claim 15  further comprising a second readable and/or graphical indicia provided near one or both of the two opposing ends of the second major side.  
   
   
       17 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a length, a width, and two opposing ends;    a pocket positioned along an intermediate region between the two opposing ends of the scarf; and    a retractable hood having a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position the hood is retracted and secured within the pocket of the scarf, and in the second position at least part of the hood is protracted out of the pocket for use by the wearer of the scarf.    
   
   
       18 . The scarf of  claim 17  wherein the hood includes a draw string.  
   
   
       19 . The scarf of  claim 17  wherein the hood is adorned with one or more ornamental attachments.  
   
   
       20 . The scarf of  claim 17  wherein the pocket includes a closure means for securing the hood within the pocket.  
   
   
       21 . The scarf of  claim 20  wherein the closure means includes a zipper.  
   
   
       22 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a length, wherein the length is defined by two opposing longitudinal edges, the elongated body further having two opposing ends each with an end longitudinal edge;    a pocket extending into the elongated body, wherein the pocket has a pocket opening that extends along at least part of at least one of the two opposing longitudinal edges; and    wherein the end longitudinal edge of at least one of the two opposing ends is not normal to at least one of the two opposing longitudinal edges of the elongated body.    
   
   
       23 . The scarf of  claim 22  wherein the pocket is at least partially defined by the end longitudinal edge that is not normal to the at least one of the two opposing longitudinal edges of the elongated body.  
   
   
       24 . The scarf of  claim 23  further comprising pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the pocket.  
   
   
       25 . The scarf of  claim 22  wherein both of the end longitudinal edges of the two opposing ends are not normal to at least one of the two opposing longitudinal edges of the elongated body.  
   
   
       26 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body;    a pocket extending into the elongated body; and    a key ring secured to the elongated body inside of the pocket.    
   
   
       27 . The scarf of  claim 26  further comprising pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the pocket.  
   
   
       28 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having two opposing ends;    a first pocket positioned adjacent a first one of the two opposing ends of the elongated body; and    a second pocket, separate from the first pocket, also positioned adjacent a first one of the two opposing ends of the elongated body.    
   
   
       29 . The scarf of  claim 28  further comprising first pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the first pocket.  
   
   
       30 . The scarf of  claim 29  further comprising second pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the second pocket.  
   
   
       31 . The scarf of  claim 28  wherein the second pocket is located within the first pocket.  
   
   
       32 . The scarf of  claim 28  wherein the second pocket is not located within the first pocket.  
   
   
       33 . The scarf of  claim 28  wherein the first pocket is adapted to accept a hand of a wearer of the scarf.  
   
   
       34 . The scarf of  claim 33  wherein the second pocket is adapted to accept a cell phone.  
   
   
       35 . The scarf of  claim 33  wherein the second pocket is adapted to accept a beverage container.  
   
   
       36 . The scarf of  claim 35  wherein the second pocket is insulated.  
   
   
       37 . The scarf of  claim 35  further comprising a channel that is adapted to retain the position of at least part of a tube the goes from at or near the second pocket to a location intermediate between the two opposing ends of the elongated body.  
   
   
       38 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body;    a readable and/or graphical indicia on the elongated body; and    wherein at least part of the readable and/or graphical indicia is glow in the dark.    
   
   
       39 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a length and a width, wherein the length is defined by two opposing longitudinal edges; and    a pocket having a pocket opening, the pocket opening extending along at least part of the width of the elongated body and generally along an axis that is not normal to at least one of the two opposing longitudinal edges.    
   
   
       40 . The scarf of  claim 39  further comprising pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the pocket.  
   
   
       41 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body; and    a pocket having a first pocket opening and a second pocket opening, the first pocket opening facing a first direction and the second pocket opening facing a second direction, wherein the first direction is different from the second direction.    
   
   
       42 . The scarf of  claim 41  wherein the pocket is positioned near one end of the elongated body.  
   
   
       43 . The scarf of  claim 41  wherein the first pocket opening is adapted to receive a first hand of a wearer of the scarf, and the second pocket opening is adapted to receive a second hand of a wearer of the scarf.  
   
   
       44 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body; and    a pocket having a pocket opening, wherein the pocket and pocket opening are adapted to accept a major portion of the elongated body.    
   
   
       45 . The scarf of  claim 44  wherein the pocket and pocket opening are adapted to accept a major portion of the elongated body when the major portion of the elongated body is rolled up and stuffed into the pocket.  
   
   
       46 . The scarf of  claim 44  further comprising a readable and/or graphical indicia that is visible when the major portion of the elongated body is rolled up and stuffed into the pocket.  
   
   
       47 . A scarf comprising: 
 an elongated body having a removable end region, wherein the removable end region can be selectively removed from the elongated body; and    wherein the removable end region includes a channel for receiving a stick or the like such that the removable end region can be used as a pennant.    
   
   
       48 . The scarf of  claim 47  wherein the removable end region includes a pocket and a pocket closure means for selectively opening and closing the pocket.  
   
   
       49 . The scarf of  claim 47  wherein the removable end region includes a readable and/or graphical indicia thereon.