Brassiere and method of manufacturing same

Abstract

A brassiere includes a first cup and a second cup, a center bridge attaching the first cup to the second cup, and a first wing attached to the first cup, and a second wing attached to the second cup. The brassiere includes first and second cup fasteners attached to the first cup and positioned at respective first and second lateral locations, a first wing fastener attached to the first wing, and a first strap detachably connected to the first cup fastener at one end and connected to the first wing fastener at the other end, such that the first strap can be moved from a first arrangement to a second arrangement by detaching the first strap from the first cup fastener and then attaching the first strap to the second cup fastener.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]This disclosure relates generally to an improved brassiere and method of manufacturing same.BACKGROUND[0002]Brassieres, otherwise referred to generally as “bras”, are undergarments that are worn to contour, support, and provide lift to breasts. Bras may be used for many occasions and are therefore worn with countless types of clothing, and it is generally desired to wear them in such a way that they remain concealed under the clothing. Women are therefore generally seeking comfortable bras that are appropriate for all types of occasions and for all types of clothing. Such types may include but are not limited to backless apparel and strapless arrangements. Other types include evening gowns, dresses, and the like. Other types of clothing include button down blouses or shirts, or less formal apparel such as pullover or “T” shirts, exercise clothing made to breath, or biking tops as additional examples.[0003]In short, any number of clothing types may be used and it...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The patent is about a method for making a brassierre by attaching a first cup to a second cup, adding a first wing to the first cup, and adding a second wing to the second cup. The method also includes attaching cup fasteners to the cups, attaching a wing fastener to the first wing, and connecting a strap to the cup and wing fasteners. This allows for easy adjustment of the strap by detaching it from one fastener and attaching it to another. The technical effect of this method is to make a brassierre that can be adjusted for size and comfort without having to significantly modify the structure of the clothing.

Problems solved by technology

Known bras may not serve all desired purposes.

However, strapless bras tend to “ride down” and therefore do not provide the lift or support as desired and it may be necessary to regularly pull them up during use.

Another type of strapless bra, sometimes referred to as bandeau bras or tube tops, may be comfortable but also may be ‘stretchy’ and, although they may stay up and provide support for longer duration than a strapless bra, they often do not keep the breast form.

However, many shirts do not fit this model.

However, it can be difficult for the wearer to attach the clips themselves, so a second person may be needed to attach and adjust the clips, which can be inconvenient or unacceptable.

However, during use it is common for the straps to shift from one another and to the right or left, such that the shirt straps may no longer conceal the bra straps.

The misalignment of straps can be particularly stark and visible if the straps are of different color from one another.

This can be inconvenient for many reasons.

When traveling it can be particularly inconvenient because many types of bras are packed and carried to the ultimate destination.

If a clothing arrangement is not anticipated, or if a particular bra is not packed, then the wearer may have to wear a different outfit, purchase a new bra to fit the occasion, or attend a potentially embarrassing situation, as examples.

Images