WO2014008479A1

WO2014008479A1 - Method and system for providing information regarding clothing size.

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Publication number: WO2014008479A1
Application number: PCT/US2013/049459
Authority: WO
Inventors: Janice Jan Yee WANG; Jason Lap Tau WANG; Jonathan Julian Lap Fun WANG; Emma Stephanie RICHEL; Ludovic CURTIL
Original assignee: Alvanon, Inc.
Priority date: 2012-07-06
Filing date: 2013-07-05
Publication date: 2014-01-09

Abstract

Exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium can be provided to generate information associated with a clothing size of a person. Such exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium can be used to receive a first set of measurements of a person, determine a second set of measurements associated with the person based on the first set of measurements, and generate the information associated with of the clothing size(s) based on the second set of measurements. The determination can be based on an amount of time passed between a current time and a time of the first set of measurements. The first set of measurements and the second set of measurements can be a height, a weight, a gender, a length proportion, a weight proportion and/or a shoe size.

Description

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION REGARDING

CLOTHING SIZE

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application relates to and claims priority from U.S. Patent Application No. 61/668,577, filed on July 6, 2012, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE [0002] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure relates generally to systems, methods and computer-accessible medium for providing information for recommending clothing size(s), and more specifically, relates to systems, methods and computer-accessible medium that can estimate clothing size(s) based on previously entered measurements and/or information. BACKGROUND INFORMATION

[0003] While an adult can generally keep the same clothing measurements for many years, and keep the same clothing sizes for long periods of time, children generally rapidly outgrow their clothes. It is estimated that children stop growing sometime between the age of 14 and 20. Until the child stops growing, they can routinely need new clothes as they can quickly outgrow their current clothes. Therefore, a parent needs to continuously buy new clothes in order to keep up with the child's growth.

[0004] In order to buy clothes for a child, a parent can bring the child to the clothing store, and have the child try on different clothing sizes until the correct size can be obtained. This, however, can be a difficult task as many different "try ons" may be needed until the correct sized can be obtained. As children can get bored easily, and can be fussy, this process can be very difficult as well as time consuming. Alternatively, a parent can estimate the new size of the clothing based on the previous size and the parent's best guess. This can save time in a store as the child does not need to try on clothing at the store. This can also save some difficulty, as the parent does not need to bring the child to the store. However, as the parent is making their best guess, the guess can easily be wrong, necessitating the parent to return to the store, return the clothing, and then guess a new size. The parent can also buy multiple sizes to bring home for the child to try on, however, once the correct size can be obtained, the parent then has to return to the store, return the incorrectly sized clothing, and buy additional clothing based on the correct size.

[0005] Thus, it may be beneficial to provide exemplary system, method and computer- accessible medium for providing information for recommending clothing size(s) for children that can save a parent time, difficulty, and which can overcome at least some of the deficiencies described herein above.

SUMMARY OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS

[0006] Such deficiencies can be addressed and/or overcome with exemplary embodiments of systems, methods and computer-accessible mediums that can provide information for (e.g., recommending) clothing size(s).

[0007] For example, according to certain exemplary embodiments, it can be possible to receive a first set of measurements of a person, calculate a second set of measurements based on the first set of measurements, and provide and/or generate a recommendation of a clothing size based on the second set of measurements. The exemplary calculation can be based on an amount of time passed between a current time and a time the first set of measurements were obtained or provided. A modification of the second set of measurements can be received if the second set of measurements can be incorrect. The first set of measurements and the second set of measurements can include a height, a weight, a gender, a length proportion, a weight proportion or a shoe size. A body mass index can be calculated based on the first set of measurements or the second set of measurements. A recommendation of available clothing based on the clothing size can be sent. The clothing size can be based on a selection of a location or a GPS location. The clothing size can be based on a standard which can include an EU standard, an Old ASTM, ASTM, US Standard, Asian Standard or a brand- specific standard. The amount of time the second set of measurements can be accurate can be calculated or estimated. A selection of a particular brand of clothing can be received, and the information can be generated based on the selected brand of clothing. Further information can be generated regarding a future clothing size based on the first set of measurements or the second set of measurements.

[0008] These and other objects, features and advantages of the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description of the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, when taken in conjunction with the appended claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] Further objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying Figures showing illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure, in which: [0010] Figure 1 is a flow diagram of an exemplary sign-up process and an exemplary recommendation-providing process of a clothing size according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0011] Figures 2A-H are exemplary screenshots generated by an exemplary embodiment of system, method and computer-accessible medium according to the present disclosure;

[0012] Figures 3A-J are further exemplary screenshots generated by the exemplary embodiment of system, method and computer-accessible medium according to the present disclosure; and

[0013] Figure 4 is an illustration of an exemplary block diagram of a system in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0014] Throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals and characters, unless otherwise stated, are used to denote like features, elements, components, or portions of the illustrated embodiments. Moreover, while the present disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the figures, it is done so in connection with the illustrative embodiments and is not limited by the particular embodiments illustrated in the figures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure may be further understood with reference to the following description and the related appended drawings. The exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a system, method and computer-accessible medium for recommending clothing sizes. Specifically, the exemplary embodiments of the system, method and computer-accessible medium for providing information for (e.g., recommending) clothing size(s) can use previously inputted measurements and/or data about the growth of a child, to recommend clothing sizes and clothing that meet the size criteria. The exemplary embodiments can be described with reference to clothing size, although those having ordinary skill in the art will understand that the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure can be implemented to recommend additional information other than clothing size.

[0016] Figure 1 shows a flow diagram of an exemplary sign-up process and an exemplary recommendation-providing process of clothing size(s), according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. For example, in procedure 101 , a user can sign up for an account to access to the exemplary recommendation system. Sign-up information can include email address, phone number, name, gender, date of birth, city and country of residence, favorite brands, and a password, although not limited thereto. The user can also sign up for an account using a social network account (e.g., Facebook™ or Twitter™ etc.) or through an email account (e.g., Gmail™, Hotmail^{1 M}, or Yahoo™ etc.). Once the user signs up for an account, a user can enter in information concerning one or more children in procedure 102 (element 215 of Figure 2B). Information pertaining to the child can include the child's name, date of birth, height, weight, sex, length proportion (e.g., short, regular, tall etc.), weight proportion (e.g., skinny, regular, chubby etc. (element 220 of Figure 2B)), ethnicity, shoe size/foot size, whether the child wears diapers, and a photo, although not limited thereto. If the information entered at procedure 102 can be the current information pertaining to the child, the user can skip to procedure 1 1 1 to begin a selection of clothing that can match the current child's measurements. If the information entered at procedure 102 may not be the most current information, the user can proceed to procedure 103.

[0017] At procedure 103, the user can select whether the child is a boy, a girl, or an infant. The selection of the gender, or whether the child is an infant, can faci litate the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium to more accurately predict new measurements for the child as boys, girls, and infants grow at different rates. Once the gender can be selected, or whether the child can be an infant can be selected, at procedure 103, the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can calculate the child's current age based on the date the previous information was entered. Then, using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, it can be possible to predict, at procedure 104, the approximate new weight of the child. At procedure 105, using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, it can be possible to predict the approximate new length of the child. The new weight and length of the child can be used to make clothing

recommendations for the user, or for the user to use when picking out clothes from a store. The calculation of the new weight and height of the child can be based on a number of exemplary factors which can include average growth rates for boys and girls as well as the previous growth rate of the specific child the clothes can be intended for, although not limited thereto. [0018] At procedure 106, the user can verify or modify the newly calculated height and weight of the child. To modify the information, the user can manually enter in the height and weight of the child. The user can also use a scanning device or measurement device on a portable computing device, such as a tablet, to determine sizing such as shoe size. Once the newly calculated height and weight have been verified or modified, the user can proceed to procedure 1 1 1 to begin selecting clothing that can match the child's measurements. Based on the child's new height and weight, the child's approximate body mass index ("BM P') can be calculated at procedure 107. The user can also be asked, at procedure 108, if the child has short, regular, or long legs. The information above can be used to recommend clothing to the user. [0019] At procedure 130, brand information can be stored. Brand information can include the manufacturer name, clothing style (e.g., casual, dressy, active etc.), clothing type (e.g., pants, shorts, shirt, shoes etc.) although not limited thereto. At procedure 13 1 , the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can determine if the brand has preshrunk fabric, and in what country the purchase is to be made 132. Information pertaining to the country of purchase can come from a global positioning system ("GPS"), or from the user entering in the information at procedure 133. The GPS can also be used to find clothing retailers that can be near the user's current position where a particular item can be purchased.

[0020] At procedure 109, the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can determine if a brand has a slim or husky fit. If the brand does not have a slim or husky fit, the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can increase or decrease a child's size to match the child's measurements. In procedure 1 10, the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can use the information obtained at procedure 108 regarding the length of the child's legs to determine if the child should move up a size.

[0021] With procedure 1 12, using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, it can be possible to determine if the brand uses a standard. This can be based on the country of purchase or the country of origin of the brand. If the brand uses a standard, the specific standard used can be determined at procedure 1 13. Standards can include EU Standard, OLD ASTM, ASTM, or US Standard, although not limited thereto. After the standard can be determined at procedure 1 13, using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, it can be possible to determine the names of the sizes used by that standard to be displayed to the user.

[0022] If the brand cannot be linked to a standard at procedure 1 15, the child's information can be matched with a public size chart (e.g., international growth charts) or with a custom identification code ("VB1D") at procedure 1 16. After the child's information has been matched to a public size chart or a custom VBID, the names of the sizes can be determined at procedure 1 17. At procedure 1 1 8, a size prediction based on the child's information can be presented to the user (element 235 of Figure 2D), which can be based on a particular brand (e.g., Gucci, Guess, Gund Infants, Gymboree etc.) (elements 225 and 230 of Figure 2C). Using procedure 1 19, the user can see recommendations for clothing for infants, toddlers, girls or boys that can match the measurements. Advertisements for a particular brand (element 240 of Figure 2E) can be presented to a user (e.g., during the recommendation of a particular size). Alternatively, users can pay to have the advertisements removed (element 245 of Figure 2E). At procedure 120, lists can be generated based on the brand, the retailer, and the type of clothing (e.g., casual, dressy, athletic etc.). At procedure 121 , using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, it can be possible to provide a prediction as to how long the current item can fit the child. The user can also get information on the future clothing size for a child, which can facilitate the user to purchase clothing ahead in advance of the child needing a new size.

[0023] If a particular brand or retailer is not present, the user can submit the brand or retailer to the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium. The exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can be used to update information, such that when the user logs in at a later date, information pertaining to the brand or retailer can be available. The user can also select favorite brands to be shown on subsequent logins. Users can be displayed a particular link to a retailers site (e.g., website) where they can purchase the particular item of clothing. Retailers can pay to have their link displayed as a place to purchase a particular item.

[0024] The users can be given access to frequently asked questions ("FAQ") which can include: "What are you doing with my child's info?", "Where do you get sizing

information?", "I can't find my favorite brand!", "My child's information is incorrect.", "Why do you need my child's date of birth?", and "I can't find the item I am looking for.", although not limited thereto.

[0025] To obtain clothing recommendations, and access and/or utilize the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, the user can scan the barcode of an item they find in the store. The exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can be used to

automatically inform the user if the item can fit, and if not, recommend a size for the specific item. The users can also see reviews of the item scanned. The users can also share the size information with contacts or people they can be connected with (e.g., on social media), facilitating other people to use the same clothing size information to buy clothes for the child. For example, size information for a particular category or a specific item can be sent and shared with a third party.

[0026] For example, the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can be used on a personal computer, laptop, cell phone, tablet, or other portable or non-portable computing

arrangements. The exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can be used on different operating systems including Windows, Mac OS, IOS, Android, or the Blackberry OS, although not limited thereto, and can be presented as a widget to be used in the operating system, or on a particular website (e.g., a retailer's website). The exemplary system, method and computer- accessible medium does not need a particular operating system, and can be accessed through a browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari, although not limited thereto.

[0027] As illustrated in Figures 2A-2H, profiles 205 can be established and/or maintained for each kid associated with a particular user. Profiles can be added, deleted, and can be listed alphabetically 210 or by age of the person linked to the profile. A website or a widget can be customized for a particular brand 250 (e.g., Macy's), and can include promotional placement of items 255 (e.g., to showcase new products), and coupons for the particular brand or retailer 260. Therefore, for example, a profile can be stored for a particular retailer 265, and a particular brand 270 at the retailer can be selected, and a size suggestion 275 for the particular brand can be generated.

[0028] Figures 3A-3F show exemplary images of an exemplary website according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. For example, a user can be presented with a logged out start page 305, where the user can have the option to login to an existing account 310, register for a new account 3 15, or try out the exemplary system, method and computer- accessible medium 320 without registering. If the user chooses to register a new account, they can be presented with a registration page 325. On the registration page 325, the user can enter in all information that pertains to the user, or a child of the user, 330. Alternatively, the user can login using a 3^rd party login service 335 such as Facebook or Google. Once information has been entered into some or all of the available fields, a user can save the profile and get the recommendations 340. [0029] For example, if a user already has an account, and logs into the account, the user can be presented with a customized account page 345. Here, the user can select a profile for a particular child 350, and confirm the size information for the particular child 355 to get a recommendation, if the particular child is less than a certain age (e.g., less than 5 years old), the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, can ask for an indication of whether the child wears diapers 360. After the user has confirmed the size information, the user can be presented with a recommendation on the recommendation page 365. When a registered user is logged in, they can be presented with an account management page 370, where they can update information (e.g., their profile information). Additionally, the user can add a new profile in the add a profile page 375.

[0030] If the user chooses to utilize the exemplary system, method and computer- accessible medium without logging in or registering, a user can be presented with a logged out profile page 380, where the user can enter in the information about a particular child 385. Once the information has been entered, the user can receive a recommendation at the logged out recommendation page 390. If a non-registered user decides to register after using the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium, the user can be presented with a registration page 395 where the previously entered in information can be presented, and the user only needs to enter in some profile information in order to create an account.

[0031] If any issues arise regarding the use of exemplary system, method and computer- accessible medium, or if the user has a particular question, the user can navigate to the help page 397, where they can access frequently asked questions 398, or send a question 399 to the operators of the exemplary system, method and computer-accessible medium. [0032] Figure 4 shows a block diagram of an exemplary embodiment of a system according to the present disclosure. For example, exemplary procedures in accordance with the present disclosure described herein can be performed by a processing arrangement and/or a computing arrangement 402. Such processing/computing arrangement 402 can be, e.g., entirely or a part of, or include, but not limited to, a computer/processor 404 that can include, e.g., one or more microprocessors, and use instructions stored on a computer-accessible medium (e.g., RAM, ROM, hard drive, or other storage device).

[0033] As shown in Figure 4, e.g., a computer-accessible medium 406 (e.g., as described herein above, a storage device such as a hard disk, floppy disk, memory stick, CD-ROM, RAM, ROM, etc., or a collection thereof) can be provided (e.g., in communication with the processing arrangement 402). The computer-accessible medium 406 can contain executable instructions 408 thereon. In addition or alternatively, a storage arrangement 410 can be provided separately from the computer-accessible medium 406, which can provide the instructions to the processing arrangement 402 so as to configure the processing arrangement to execute certain exemplary procedures, processes and methods, as described herein above, for example.

[0034] Further, the exemplary processing arrangement 402 can be provided with or include an input/output arrangement 414, which can include, e.g., a wired network, a wireless network, the internet, an intranet, a data collection probe, a sensor, etc. As shown in Figure 48, the exemplary processing arrangement 402 can be in communication with an exemplary display arrangement 412, which, according to certain exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, can be a touch-screen configured for inputting information to the processing arrangement in addition to outputting information from the processing arrangement, for example. Further, the exemplary display 412 and/or a storage arrangement 410 can be used to display and/or store data in a user-accessible format and/or user-readable format.

Claims

WHAT IS CLAIMED IS:

1 . A method for generating information regarding at least one clothing size of a person, comprising:

receiving a first set of measurements of the person;

determining a second set of measurements associated with the person based on the first set of measurements; and

using a computer processing arrangement, generating the information regarding the at least one clothing size based on the second set of measurements.

2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determination is based on an amount of time which has passed between a current time and a time when the first set of measurements were at least one of obtained or provided. 3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving a modification of the second set of measurements if the second set of measurements is incorrect.

4. The method of claim f , wherein the first and second sets of measurements include at least one of a height, a weight, a gender, a length proportion, a weight proportion or a shoe size.

5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising calculating a body mass index based on at least one of the first set of measurement or the second set of measurements.

6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing a recommendation of available clothing for the person based on the at least one clothing size.

7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one clothing size is based on at least one of a receipt of a selection of a location or a GPS location. 8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one clothing size is based on a standard including at least one of an EU standard, an Old ASTM, ASTM, U S Standard, Asian Standard or brand-specific standard.

9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising estimating an amount of time that the second set of measurements is accurate for.

10. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving a selection of a particular brand of clothing, and generating the information based on the selected particular brand. 1 1. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating further information regarding at least one future clothing size based on at least one of the first set of measurements or the second set of measurements.

1 , A non-transitory computer-accessible medium having stored thereon computer- executable instructions for generating information regarding at least one clothing size of a person, wherein, when a computer hardware arrangement executes the instructions, the computer arrangement is configured to perform procedures comprising;

receiving a first set of measurements of the person;

determining a second set of measurements associated with the person based on the first set of measurements; and generate information regarding the at least one clothing size based on the second set of measurements.

13. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the determination is based on an amount of time which has passed between a current time and a time when the first set of measurements were at least one of obtained or provided.

14. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to receive a modification of the second set of measurements if the second set of measurements is incorrect.

15. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12. wherein the first and second sets of measurements include at least one of a height, a weight, a gender, a length proportion, a weight proportion or a shoe size.

16. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to calculate a body mass index based on at least one of the first set of measurement or the second set of measurements. 17. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to provide a recommendation of available clothing for the person based on the at least one clothing size.

1 8. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the at least one clothing size is based on at least one of a receipt of a selection of a location or a GPS location.

19. The computer-accessible medium of claim 1 2, wherein the at least one clothing size is based on a standard including at least one of an EU standard, an Old ASTM, ASTM, US Standard, Asian Standard or brand-specific standard.

20. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to estimate an amount of time that the second set of measurements is accurate for. 21 . The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to receive a selection of a particular brand of clothing, and generate the in formation based on the selected particular brand.

22. The computer-accessible medium of claim 12, wherein the computer arrangement is further configured to generate further information regarding at least one future clothing size based on at least one of the first set of measurements or the second set of measurements.

23. A system for generating information regarding at least one clothing size of a person, comprising:

a computer hardware arrangement configured to:

receive a first set of measurements of the person;

determ ine a second set of measurements associated with the person based on the first set of measurements; and

generate information regarding the at least one clothing size based on the second set of measurements.

24. The system of claim 23, wherein the determination is based on an amount of time which has passed between a current time and a time when the first set of measurements were at least one of obtained or provided.

25. The system of claim 23, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to receive a modification of the second set of measurements if the second set of measurements is incorrect.

26. The system of claim 23, wherein the first and second sets of measurements include at least one a height, a weight, a gender, a length proportion, a weight proportion or a shoe size.

27. The system of claim 23, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to calculate a body mass index based on at least one of the first set of

measurement or the second set of measurements.

28. The system of claim 23, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to provide a recommendation of available clothing for the person based on the at least one clothing size.

29. The system of claim 23, wherein the at least one clothing size is based on at least one of a receipt of a selection of a location or a GPS location.

30. The system of claim 23, wherein the at least one clothing size is based on a standard including at least one of an EU standard, an Old ASTM, ASTM, US Standard, Asian Standard or brand-specific standard.

3 1 . The system of claim 12, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to estimate an amount of time that the second set of measurements is accurate for.

32. The system of claim 23, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to receive a selection of a particular brand of clothing, and generate the information based on the selected particular brand.

33. The system of claim 23, wherein the computer hardware arrangement is further configured to generate further information regarding at least one future clothing size based on at least one of the first set of measurements or the second set of measurements.