Clip-in mohawk hairpiece

Abstract

A means of representing improved form of hair transformation hairpieces that can be attached to the scalp or the wearer's natural hair with dual securing devices, allowing the wearer to attain a complex Mohawk hair style without manipulating his/her natural hair.

Claims

I: The invention is a Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece comprising of a plurality of human or synthetic hair wefts that are colored, cut and styled then sewn on a narrow rectangular shaped nylon fabric weft using 8-12 metal snap clips and comb-tooth clips for attachment: A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim I, is wefts of pre-colored, pre-styled human or synthetic hairs stitched onto a narrow strip or semi-circular nylon fabric base. A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim I, is intricately cut in such a convex design where the thicker hair progresses toward the middle and tapers at the back. A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim I, has a combination of 8-12 metal snap clips and metal comb-tooth clips used for sturdy attachment to the wearer's natural hair. A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim I, is a narrow rectangular shaped hairpiece that is attached from a small section of the hairline to the nape, or portion of the hairline to the mid crown, to give a complete look of the traditional Mohawk hairstyle.

II: A hairpiece comprising of a nylon fabric base dyed in tones from beige to dark brown to match the scalp color of multiple complexions, the base having a narrow or semicircular surface, and a plurality of hairs outwardly sewn on the entire surface of the hairpiece base, comprising: A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim II, covers only a small portion of the wearer's scalp thereby allowing ample aeration and the ability to cleanse up to three-quarters of the natural hair or scalp, without removal of the hairpiece unit. A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim II, where the nylon fabric base is pre-dyed in varying colors from beige to dark brown, to match the scalp color of various complexions. A Clip-in Mohawk Hairpiece according to claim II, where human or synthetic hairs which are pre-dyed with a high-quality chemical to retain their color, brightness and prevent fading for a longer period of time.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] The accompanying figures, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, together with the detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate embodiments of concepts that include the claimed invention and explain various principles and advantages of the Clip-In Mohawk hairpiece.

[0023] FIG. 100 shows a metal comb-tooth clip used for attachment of the Clip-In Mohawk hairpiece.

[0024] FIG. 200 is a metal snap clip used for attachment of the Clip-In Mohawk hairpiece

[0025] FIG. 300 shows a close-up view of the attachment clips and underside interlocking nylon fabric base of the invention.

[0026] FIG. 400 shows a profile view of the invention, when applied to the wearer's head.

[0027] FIG. 500 shows full underside view of the invention including machine-stitched hair wefts, narrow rectangular shaped nylon fabric base and metal attachment clips

[0028] FIG. 600 shows how the user applies the Clip-In Mohawk hairpiece

[0029] FIG. 700 shows the semicircular version of the Clip-In Mohawk hairpiece by itself and in use when attached to the wearers head.

[0030] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention.

[0031] The components and method of application have been represented, where appropriate, by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] Before explaining the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the detail of application illustrated in the drawings since the invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or carried out in various ways. It is also to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed is for the purpose of description only and not of limitation.

[0033] As is widely known, the haircutting and hair shaping procedure encompass actions of cutting strands of hair in special order and of special length to achieve a planned design. It is not practical for a wearer, possessing limited talent, to cut, color and style his/her natural hair to achieve a new coiffure every day.

[0034] Wigs and hair pieces have been around since 3200 B.C.E and were worn by the Egyptians not solely for fashion, but also to represent social status, age and gender. Today, wigs and hairpieces are worn for medical reasons, convenience and as fashion statements, thanks largely to greater experimentation among celebrities and increased transparency via social media, as well as improvements in product and application of their technology.

[0035] In today's fast pace world of constant image sharing via social media, fashion-conscious consumers demand hair additions that allow them to quickly and economically change their hairstyle in minutes. Many do not wish to manipulate their natural hair or commit to the same hairdo for fear of appearing stale or untrendy. They may desire black waist-length hair today and a short, blonde bob haircut tomorrow. Following the cues of celebrities and social media influencers, young women in particular, are increasingly turning to wigs, hairpieces and hair additions to achieve a new hairstyle instantly.

[0036] Moreover, in many cultures, hair is considered a symbol of beauty and vitality. There is no doubt that a head of hair is an integral part of one's personality. Unfortunately, millions of people experience hair loss due to medical reasons, causing embarrassment and lack of confidence. As a solution, wigs and hairpieces have become a great necessity to compensate in this domain.

[0037] The present invention is a Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece which consists of a narrow strip of hair running from a small section of the hairline to the nape (FIG. 400), or a small section of the hairline to the center of the head, with the sides of the wearer's hair shaved very low or shaved bald (FIG. 700). The Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece utilizes 8-12 metal comb-tooth clips (FIG. 100) and snap clips (FIG. 200) for secure attachment to the wearer's natural hair (FIG. 600).

[0038] In its preferred embodiment, the Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece focuses on the Mohawk hairstyle in which, in the most common variety, both sides of the head are shaven, leaving a strip of noticeably longer hair in the center (see FIG. 400). The invention also accommodates a more modern approach whereby only one side of the head is shaven, and the other half of the wearer's head is covered with the Clip-In-Mohawk hairpiece (see FIG. 700).

[0039] The Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece in its featured embodiment shows strands of human or synthetic hair, which may be dyed in a variety of colors, cut to precision in the Mohawk style and coiffed to a straight or curly texture (FIG. 500). The strands of hair are sewn into wefts then stitched in an overlapping spaced relationship onto a narrow (FIG. 300) or semicircular shaped base made from nylon fabric (FIG. 700).

[0040] The Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece consists of a combination of 8-12 metal comb-tooth clips and metal snap clips sewn on a nylon base for secure attachment to the wearer's natural hair.

[0041] Application and wearing of the present invention is very simple and straight forward. The wearer opens each metal snap clip (FIG. 200) by squeezing both sides in an upward direction, inserting the metal combs directly onto his/her natural hair, then squeezing the clips in a downward direction for secure closure. The metal comb-tooth clips (FIG. 100) are simply inserted into the wearer's natural hair. The mechanism of utilizing both metal snap clips and metal comb-tooth clips keep the Mohawk hairpiece securely attached to the wearers natural hair.

[0042] To eliminate the need of costly, intricate cutting, coloring, and the use of holding agents and styling of the natural hair, the Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece is highly preferred, economical and easy to use.

[0043] The Clip-In Mohawk Hairpiece in its preferred embodiment is designed to provide secure attachment to the wearer's natural hair without the use of sewing, bonding, elastic straps or adhesive tape application (FIG. 600).

[0044] As described above, the present invention is not a conventional wig that covers the entire head, nor is it a ponytail that is attached to the wearer's upswept natural hair. The Clip-In Mohawk is a narrow strip (FIG. 500) or semi-circular shaped hairpiece that is attached only to a portion of the wearer's head with both or one side of the scalp shaved bald (FIG. 700). The present invention simulates that of a complex Mohawk hairstyle, with the nylon base of the hairpiece dyed in tones from beige to dark brown to match the scalp color of multiple complexions.

[0045] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodiments require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.