Universal Open-Backed Footwear Strap

Abstract

A universal open-backed footwear strap having a strap having an adjustable fastener and a first connector mechanism. A second connector mechanism disposed on a sole of an open-backed shoe, wherein the second connector mechanism is selectively engageable with the first connector mechanism. The first connector mechanism and second connector mechanism create a strong enough attachment between the strap and the shoe such that they will not separate during use. The adjustable fastener can then be used to tighten the strap around a top of a user's foot to secure the shoe, eliminating the typical instability of open-backed shoes to allow the user to move more quickly and confidently, and to dance. The strap can be made available in a variety of materials and colors so as to match any shoe. Different length straps will allow for use with different shoe types and foot sizes.

Claims

1. A universal open-backed footwear strap comprising: a strap having an adjustable fastener and a first connector mechanism; a second connector mechanism disposed on a sole of an open-backed shoe, wherein the second connector mechanism is selectively engageable with the first connector mechanism.

2. The universal open-backed footwear strap of claim 1 wherein each of the first connector mechanism and the second connector mechanism are hook-and-loop fasteners.

3. The universal open-backed footwear strap of claim 1 wherein each of the first connector mechanism and the second connector mechanism are snaps.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figures

[0006] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a universal open-backed footwear strap on a shoe.

[0007] FIG. 2 is an isometric exploded view of the universal open-backed footwear strap and the shoe.

[0008] FIG. 3 is a bottom plan view of the universal open-backed footwear strap and the shoe.

[0009] FIG. 4 is a bottom plan view of an alternative embodiment of the universal open-backed footwear strap and the shoe.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] With reference now to the drawings, and in particular FIGS. 1 through 4 thereof, an example of the instant universal open-backed footwear strap employing the principles and concepts of the present universal open-backed footwear strap and generally designated by the reference number 10 will be described.

[0011] Referring to FIGS. 1 through 4 the present the universal open-backed footwear strap 10 is illustrated. The universal open-backed footwear strap 10 includes a strap 12 having an adjustable fastener 14 and a first connector mechanism 16. A second connector mechanism 18 disposed on a sole 20 of an open-backed shoe 22, wherein the second connector mechanism 18 is selectively engageable with the first connector mechanism 16. The first connector mechanism and the second connector mechanism are one of a hook-and-loop fastener 24 and a snap 26.