Multi-Container Cosmetic Accessory

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cosmetic accessory comprising at least two cosmetic containers. The containers are pivotally attached to one another to provide convenient storage of separate cosmetic compositions. The pivot member enables the first and second containers to be configured at least side-by-side and one on top of the other. Each configuration provides different form-factors for the user based on the user's use context.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A cosmetic accessory, comprising:
 at least two cosmetic containers including a first container having a first base and a second container having a second base, wherein the first base is pivotally attached to the second base about a lateral pivot member.   
     
     
         2 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein a first lid sits atop the first base of the first container and a second lid sits atop the second base of the second container. 
     
     
         3 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the first container is arranged to rotate up to approximately 180 degrees about the lateral pivot member relative to the second container. 
     
     
         4 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein at least one cosmetic container selected from the at least two cosmetic containers provides a mirror inside of an interior of a lid, the lid secured to the at least one cosmetic container. 
     
     
         5 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are arranged to form a closed configuration about the lateral pivot member. 
     
     
         6 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers engage with one another in a stacked arrangement. 
     
     
         7 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 6 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers engage with one another utilizing male and female connectors. 
     
     
         8 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 6 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are identical in shape and size. 
     
     
         9 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are different in shape and size. 
     
     
         10 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers each provide storage space. 
     
     
         11 . The cosmetic accessory of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two cosmetic containers form a modular arrangement capable of connecting side-by-side.