Safe scarf

Abstract

A scarf intended to be wrapped around the neck of the wearer while concealing a disposable particle mask attached to the scarf with Velcro or other hook and loop fastening strips, intended to be used as a combination fashion accessory and respiratory protective mask for stylish protection against airborne dusts, pollens and non-toxic particles.

1 . A scarf made of fabric for wearing around the neck, said scarf being generally rectangular and having a length substantially greater than its width, and secured to a disposable particle mask by way of a strip of Velcro or other hook and loop fastening strip, with the strip of Velcro or other hook and loop fastening strip being sewn, glued or otherwise attached by similar means to the scarf. 
     
     
         2 . A scarf according to  claim 1 , wherein the fabric of said scarf is made from a stretchable material such as Lycra. 
     
     
         3 . A scarf according to  claim 1 , distinguished from other scarves by the fact that a disposable particle mask is attached to the scarf in a concealed manner.