Wearable cabana

Abstract

The present invention relates to a wearable cabana that can transition between a cover-up, a cape, a bag/backpack, or a towel. The wearable cabana can be fabricated from a soft towel fabric having a neckline, right and left edges, and armholes. The armholes can be positioned on each side of a vertical center reference line and below the neckline. Fasteners can be positioned along the neckline proximate to the right and left edges. During use, the arms of a person referred to as a person can be inserted through the armholes, allowing the soft towel fabric to wrap around the torsos of the person and remain securely in place by way of the fasteners. Exemplary embodiments can include interior and exterior pocket combinations, hoods, shoulder flaps/sleeves, bows, collars, and/or adding other personalization elements.

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         10 . A wearable cabana apparatus comprising:
 a fabric having an exterior surface, an interior surface, a neckline, a first edge, a second edge, and an armhole on each side of a vertical center reference line, the interior surface is in contact with a person when worn;   a first exterior pocket is attached on the exterior surface proximate to the first edge, a first margin distance from the neckline, the first exterior pocket comprises a first exterior pocket open end that is orientated to face and be parallel to the vertical center reference line, wherein the first exterior pocket is fabricated from a mesh material configured to allow visibility of its contents and facilitate the escape of sand, dirt, or debris;   a second exterior pocket is attached on the exterior surface proximate to the second edge, a second margin distance from the neckline, the second exterior pocket comprises a second exterior pocket open end that is orientated to face and be parallel to the vertical center reference line, wherein the second exterior pocket is fabricated from a mesh material configured to allow visibility of its contents and facilitate the  16  escape of sand, dirt, or debris;   a plurality of first fasteners attached proximate to the neckline, at least one of the plurality of first fasteners positioned proximate to the first exterior pocket open end;   a plurality of second fasteners attached proximate to the neckline, at least one of the plurality of second fasteners positioned proximate to the second exterior pocket open end;   wherein the first fasteners and the second fasteners are configured to align and interconnect, securing the fabric across the chest of the person, thereby maintaining the relative positions of the first exterior pocket and the second exterior pocket when worn;   a detachable hood removably connected to the neckline using hook-and-loop fasteners, snaps, or other removable attachment mechanisms;   a removable sleeve configured to facilitate the transition of the fabric between a no-shoulder covering configuration, a short shoulder covering configuration, and a full arm coverage configuration, wherein the no-shoulder covering and short shoulder covering configurations are designed to avoid encumbering arm movement, and wherein the removable sleeve is attachable to the armholes using hook-and-loop fasteners, snaps, or other removable mechanisms;   wherein the fabric is sized to drape across the back of the person with the arms of the person being placed through the armholes, the first fasteners and the second fasteners align and interconnect, securing the fabric across the chest of the person, reorienting the first exterior pocket open end and the second exterior pocket open end perpendicular to the vertical center reference line, making the first exterior pocket and the second exterior pocket accessible to the person; and further configured to transition between a wearable cape state, a backpack state, and a flat towel state based on the arrangement of fasteners proximate to the neckline and edges.   
     
     
         11 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 a third exterior pocket attached on the exterior surface proximate to the second exterior pocket and separated by a third margin distance, the third exterior pocket comprises a third exterior pocket open end that is orientated to face and be parallel to the vertical center reference line, wherein the third exterior pocket is fabricated from a mesh material configured to allow visibility of its contents and facilitate the escape of sand, dirt, or debris, and wherein the third exterior pocket is oriented at a downward-facing angle relative to the horizontal center reference line to retain objects during movement, providing additional secure storage accessible to the person.   
     
     
         12 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 an interior pocket is attached to the interior surface along either the first edge or the second edge, a fourth margin distance from the neckline with an interior pocket open end that is orientated to face and be parallel to the vertical center reference line, enabling secure internal storage for personal items, wherein the interior pocket is fabricated from a mesh material configured to allow visibility of its contents and facilitate the escape of sand, dirt, or debris, and includes an elasticized opening to securely retain items during movement, enabling secure and flexible internal storage for personal items.   
     
     
         13 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 a third fastener attached proximate to the neckline adjacent to and spaced from the first fastener by a third fastener distance, the third fastener being positioned between the first fastener and the first exterior pocket open end;   a fourth fastener attached proximate to the neckline adjacent to and spaced from the second fastener by a fourth fastener distance, the fourth fastener being positioned between the second fastener and the second exterior pocket open end;   wherein the first fastener distance and the second fastener distance are equal, and the third fastener distance and the fourth fastener distance are equal, providing balanced and secure fastening across the chest of the person, and maintaining the alignment and relative positions of the first exterior pocket and the second exterior pocket during use.   
     
     
         14 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 the first fastener, the second fastener, and at least one additional fastener configured as a buckle and buckle receiver, wherein the buckle and buckle receiver are positioned proximate to the neckline and operable to interconnect and secure the fabric across the chest of the person, providing an adjustable and secure fit for varying body sizes and configurations, and wherein the buckle and buckle receiver are fabricated from a lightweight, durable material to enhance wearability and functionality.   
     
     
         15 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , wherein the fabric has a sun protection factor (SPF) rating of at least 25 and optionally 50 or greater, to provide enhanced protection against UV exposure. 
     
     
         16 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , wherein the first fastener comprises a cord loop and the second fastener comprises a button, wherein the cord loop and button are configured to interconnect securely to maintain alignment of the fabric across the chest of the person, providing a lightweight and durable fastening mechanism. 
     
     
         17 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 a bow removably attached to the exterior surface and centered with respect to the vertical center reference line, wherein the bow is attached using hook-and-loop fasteners or snaps integrated into the exterior surface, and is configured to provide a decorative element to the apparatus.   
     
     
         18 . The wearable cabana apparatus in accordance with  claim 10 , further comprising:
 a collar removably attached to the neckline and centered with respect to the vertical center reference line, wherein the collar is configured to provide additional protection or insulation and is attached using hook-and-loop fasteners, snaps, or other suitable removable mechanisms as supported by the apparatus.   
     
     
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