Adjustable garment device

Abstract

An adjustable bra and a method of adjusting a bra are provided. The adjustable bra includes a bra garment having a plurality of garment adjusters. Each garment adjuster is configured to adjust at least one adjustable bra feature related to at least one of fit or support of the bra garment. The adjustable bra also includes an adjustment mechanism configured with a plurality of adjustment positions. The adjustment mechanism is movable between the plurality of positions corresponding to the garment adjuster positions of each garment feature, and the adjustment mechanism further includes a single adjustment point configured to move the garment adjusters between the different positions. A corresponding method of adjusting the adjustable bra is also provided.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] Exemplary embodiments relate generally to adjustable garments, and more specifically, exemplary embodiments relate to providing easy-to-use adjustment means for garments, such as a bra. BACKGROUND

[0002] Conventional bra garments provide minimal adjustment means, thus making it difficult for a user to generate an ideal fit. As a result, many people wear the wrong bra size, without any option to achieve a better fit. Through the application of effort, ingenuity, and innovation, many of these identified problems have been addressed by developing solutions included in embodiments of the present disclosure, many examples of which are described in detail herein. SUMMARY

[0003] The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the present disclosure. This summary is not an extensive overview, and is neither intended to identify key or critical elements nor to delineate the scope of the disclosure. Its purpose is to present some concepts of the described features in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

[0004] In exemplary embodiments, an adjustable bra is provided. The adjustable bra includes a bra garment having a plurality of garment adjusters. Each garment adjuster is configured to adjust at least one adjustable bra feature related to fit and / or support of the bra garment. The adjustable bra further includes an adjustment mechanism configured with a plurality of adjustment positions. The adjustment mechanism is movable between a plurality of positions corresponding to garment adjuster positions for each garment feature, and the adjustment mechanism further includes a single adjustment point configured to move the garment adjusters between different positions.

[0005] In some embodiments, the adjustable bra further includes an adjustment motor configured to move at least two features of the garment into a particular setting based on the adjustment position of the adjustment mechanism. In some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism is activated by at least one of voice, touch, and / or a mobile device. In some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism includes a knob configured to adjust at least two of the garment adjusters.

[0006] In some embodiments, the plurality of garment adjusters includes a cable mechanism inside the bra garment in communication with the adjustment mechanism. In some embodiments, the at least one adjustable bra feature includes at least one of a waistband, a strap, or a cup. In some embodiments, the bra garment is adjustable with the bra garment worn. In some embodiments, each adjustment position of the adjustment mechanism corresponds to a different activity in which the adjustable bra is used. In some embodiments, the bra garment further includes a plurality of layers, and the cable mechanism is housed between at least two of the plurality of layers. In some embodiments, the cable mechanism is housed in a single layer of the bra garment.

[0007] In another example embodiment, a method for adjusting an adjustable bra is provided. The method includes engaging an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism is movable between a plurality of positions corresponding to garment adjuster positions for each garment feature, and the adjustment mechanism includes a single adjustment node configured to move the garment adjusters between the different positions. The method further includes adjusting at least two of the plurality of garment adjusters based on the engagement of the adjustment mechanism.

[0008] In some embodiments, adjusting at least two of the plurality of garment adjusters is achieved by an adjustment motor configured to move at least two features of the garment to a particular setting based on the adjustment position of the adjustment mechanism. In some embodiments, engaging the adjustment mechanism includes using at least one of voice, touch, and / or a mobile device. In some embodiments, adjusting one or more of the plurality of garment adjusters is achieved by a knob configured to adjust at least two of the garment adjusters.

[0009] In some embodiments, the plurality of garment adjusters includes a cable mechanism inside the bra garment in communication with the adjustment mechanism. In some embodiments, the at least one adjustable bra feature includes at least one of a waistband, a strap, or a cup. In some embodiments, the bra garment is adjustable with the bra garment worn. In some embodiments, each adjustment position of the adjustment mechanism corresponds to a different activity in which the adjustable bra is used. In some embodiments, the bra garment further includes a plurality of layers, and the cable mechanism is housed between at least two of the plurality of layers. In some embodiments, the cable mechanism is housed in a single layer of the bra garment.

[0010] The above summary is provided merely for purposes of summarizing some example embodiments to provide a basic understanding of the disclosure. Thus, it will be appreciated that the above described embodiments are merely examples and should not be construed as limiting the scope or spirit of the disclosure in any way. It will be appreciated that the scope of the disclosure encompasses many potential embodiments, some of which will be further described below. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0011] Having thus described certain exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, reference will now be made to the drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and in which:

[0012] Figure 1A An external view of an adjustable bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0013] Figure 1B An internal structure of an adjustable bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0014] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of an adjustable bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0015] Figure 3A A garment adjuster associated with a bra cup system is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0016] Figure 3B Adjustment of a bra cup system with the adjustment mechanism activated is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0017] Figure 4 A lower hem of a bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0018] Figure 5 A guide system of a bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0019] Figure 6 A connection system of a bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0020] Figure 7A A cutaway front view of an adjustable bra garment with the adjustment point located at the back of the bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment;

[0021] Figure 7B A cutaway back view of an adjustable bra garment with the adjustment point located at the back of the bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment; and

[0022] Figure 8 A guide system of a bra garment with the adjustment point located at the back of the bra garment is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The present disclosure will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which some, but not all embodiments are shown. Indeed, these various embodiments of the present disclosure can be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. Like numbers refer to like elements throughout. As used herein, terms such as "front," "back," "top," and the like are used for explanatory purposes only, in the examples provided below, to describe the relative positioning of certain components or portions of components. Furthermore, as will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art in light of the present disclosure, the terms "substantially" and "approximately" indicate that the referenced element or associated description is accurate, within the applicable engineering tolerances.

[0024] The components illustrated in the figures represent components that can or can not be present in various embodiments of the present disclosure described herein, such that embodiments can include fewer or more components than those illustrated in the figures without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Some components can be omitted from one or more of the figures for the sake of clarity of the accompanying figures.

[0025] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well as the singular forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises" and / or "comprising," when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof.

[0026] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs. It will be further understood that terms, such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and the present disclosure and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so indicated herein.

[0027] The present disclosure should be considered as an exemplification of various embodiments and is not considered as limited to the specific embodiments set forth herein. While various embodiments discussed herein relate to adjustable bra garments, the present disclosure can also be applied to other garments.

[0028] SUMMARY

[0029] The bra sizing system is largely the same as it was popularized in the 1950s and became the end-all tool for finding the best fitting bra. However, the system has flaws as women's bodies and breasts vary from person to person, even the two breasts of the same woman vary in shape, volume, position, weight, and other changes. Thus, limiting the size or shape to a standard size chart makes it nearly impossible to find the best fitting bra for the user. Additionally, while traditional bras have various adjustment points (e.g., a traditional bra can have one to four adjustment points), these adjustments are often independent of one another and thus can be difficult to coordinate for proper adjustment for each adjustment point. Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide an adjustable bra garment (or any type of garment can use the same principles discussed herein) that allows for easy adjustment of the bra, even personalized fit during use. The present disclosure allows for an adjustable bra with common adjustment points that are easily accessible to allow for simple adjustment of the bra garment using a cable system connected to various garment adjusters.

[0030] Figure 1A An external view of an adjustable bra garment according to the present disclosure is shown. In various embodiments, the adjustable bra garment 100 can be configured externally in the shape of a traditional bra such that the adjustable features are nearly invisible externally from the adjustment mechanism 110 shown in Figure 1A . As discussed herein, the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a knob or other type of input device such that moving the adjustment mechanism 110 causes the bra garment 100 to be adjusted. For example, the adjustment mechanism 110 can include a knob configured to adjust at least two of the garment adjusters discussed herein. As described in various embodiments, the adjustment of the bra garment 100 can be manual and / or automatic. For example, as shown in Figure 1A , the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a knob configured to be rotated between different positions and adjust the bra accordingly. Additionally or alternatively, the bra garment can have one or more motors (e.g., refer to Figures 7A-8A motor 81) discussed, the motor configured to automatically adjust the garment when activated. In some embodiments, motorized adjustment can be activated by at least one of a voice command, a touch, and / or a mobile device input. For example, the bra garment 100 can include a communication circuit (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.) that allows the bra garment to connect to a mobile device so that a user can input desired settings for the bra garment during use. In various embodiments with automatic adjustment functionality, one or more motors can be disposed within the bra garment so that a given motor can adjust certain features of the bra garment. In various embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 110 can have various modes of use preset so that the bra garment 100 can be optimized for a given use. For example, the bra garment 100 can have a sports mode that is configured to adjust the bra so that it operates more like a sports bra as compared to a traditional bra.

[0031] Figure 1B An internal structure of a bra garment according to the present disclosure is shown. As shown, the bra garment 100 can include various garment adjusters, such as two bra cup systems 300 (discussed below with reference to Figure 3A and 3B discussed), a lower edge 6 for each bra cup system 300, two shoulder straps 12, and an underarm strap 15. In various embodiments, the various garment adjusters can be in communication with the adjustment mechanism 110 through a string system 5 (e.g., strings 5 that are received by a guide system discussed below with reference to Figure 5 Various garment adjusters can be disposed below an outer fabric 7 (discussed below with reference to Figure 5 so that the garment adjusters have minimal visibility when worn by a user. Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of another example bra garment 100 is shown, highlighting details of the connection between the bra cup system 300 and the shoulder strap 12 through a connection system 13 discussed below. Figure 2 Various components discussed in Figures 3A-6 are shown.

[0032] Figure 3A A bra cup system 300 according to an example embodiment is shown, with garment adjusters. In example embodiments, the bra cup system 300 can include a pre-molded cup 1, a plurality of bra cup straps 2, and a bra cup connector 3. In some embodiments, the pre-molded cup 1 can be a pre-molded foam cup. In some embodiments, the cup 1 can have different sizes based on the size of an intended user.

[0033] In some embodiments, a plurality of bra cup straps 2 may be attached to the bottom edge of the bra cup 1, and to a bra cup connector 5 at the other end of each strap 2. In some embodiments, the bra cup straps 2 may be made of an elastic material. In some embodiments, the straps 2 may be flat-shaped, such that minimal or no indentations are visible when the bra garment is worn. In some embodiments, the straps 2 may be less than 5 mm wide. In some embodiments, the straps 2 are spaced equidistantly along the bra cup 1. In some embodiments, the bra cup system 300 may include five bra cup straps 2. In various embodiments, the number of bra cup straps may vary depending on the embodiment. For example, the number of bra cup straps 2 may be increased in larger-sized bra garments 100 and / or in different variations of the adjustable bras discussed herein. In some embodiments, the length of each strap 2 may be different, such that the tension on all straps is equal. In some embodiments, the straps 2 may converge at the cup apex 4. In some embodiments, the straps 2 may be attached (e.g., sewn) to the bra cup 1 at the cup apex 4. In some embodiments, the bra cup connector 3 may be configured to connect the cup 1 and the cord system 5 such that the bra cup connector 3 provides minimal friction or resistance to the cord 5 passing through it. In some embodiments, the bra connector 3 may be thin enough to ensure smooth and unrestricted sliding within the bra garment 100. Thus, the bra connector 3 may be three millimeters or less.

[0034] Figure 3B The function of a bra cup system according to an exemplary embodiment is illustrated. As shown, with the cord system 5 providing an upward force on the bra cup connector 3 and subsequently on the cup apex 4, the bra cup band 2 can be configured to contract inward to change the bra's fit. In some embodiments, when the cup 1 is stretched upward from the cup apex (4), the elastic band 2, shaped along the curvature of the cup, can be stretched sequentially, and the tension in the elastic band 2 can begin to push against the bra cup 1, thereby causing the cup to compress inward (e.g., thus enabling breast compression).

[0035] Figure 4 An adjustable hem configured for use according to this disclosure is shown. For example... Figure 2As shown, the underwire 6 can be positioned below the bra cup 1. In an example embodiment, the underwire 6 can be made of a material configured to have minimal stretch in the horizontal direction (e.g., along the A-A direction) such that the underwire 6 provides a snug fit on the user’s body for maximum support and stability. In some embodiments, the underwire 6 can be made of a material configured to allow the underwire to stretch in the vertical direction (e.g., along the B-B direction). In various embodiments, the underwire 6 can push the bra cup 1 upward (e.g., thus enabling the lifting of the breast) in the event that the underwire 6 is stretched in the upward direction. In various embodiments, the underwire 6 can be formed of one or more elastic fabrics, such as knitted polyester, spandex, and / or nylon. In some embodiments, the underwire 6 can be formed of one or more rigid stabilizing fabrics, such as woven polyester and / or spandex. In some embodiments, the underwire 6 can be formed of a mixture of elastic fabrics and rigid stabilizing fabrics.

[0036] Figure 5 A guide system for an example adjustable bra garment according to the present disclosure is shown. As shown, the guide system can be made of an outer fabric layer 7 on which a groove 8 is provided. For example, the groove 8 can be provided on the inside of the outer fabric layer 7 by fabric molding. In some embodiments, the groove 8 can be configured to receive a tube 9 (e.g., a specially designed plastic tube). In an example embodiment, the diameter of the tube 9 can be 2.5 millimeters or less. In some embodiments, the tube 9 can be provided in the groove 8. In some embodiments, an inner fabric layer 11 can be attached to the inside of the outer fabric layer 7 (e.g., using a film 10). In this way, the outer fabric layer 7 and the inner fabric layer 11 can hold the tube 9 within the groove 8. In some embodiments, the cord 5 discussed herein can be arranged within the tube 9 such that a channel is created to allow the cord 5 to pass through the channel with minimal resistance.

[0037] In various embodiments, the guide system can be used in adjustable garments (e.g., adjustable bra garments) such that the cord system 5 can travel over the contoured shape of the human body with minimal resistance. Additionally, the guide system can provide additional garment stability (e.g., by preventing unwanted bunching of the cord and / or material when tension is applied to the cord system, additional stability of the mid-front portion of the bra). In various embodiments, the guide system can be arranged within a single layer of the bra garment. For example, the layer of the garment can be made by an engineered weave technique that allows the incorporation of a cable mechanism within one single layer of the bra garment.

[0038] Figure 6An exemplary embodiment of a connection system for connecting the cord system 5 to the shoulder straps 12 is shown. In various embodiments, the connection system 13 can be configured to allow the cord 5 to pass through (e.g., connect to the cup system at one end, connect to the adjustment mechanism at the other end). In various embodiments, the connection system 13 can allow the adjustment mechanism to simultaneously adjust the shoulder straps 12 and the bra cups 1 (e.g., via the band 2). As such, the connection system 13 can connect to the shoulder straps 12 at one end and provide for the passage of the band 5 at or near the other end of the connection system 13. In various embodiments, the connection system 13 can be provided at the end of both shoulder straps 12 of the bra garment. In various embodiments, as shown, the connection system 13 can also be used for other garment adjusters (e.g., adjusting the underarm band 15). Additionally, in larger sized bra garments, the connection system 13 can be implemented in various other locations on the bra garment 100 based on load, friction, and bra proportion changes. For example, some embodiments of the bra garment 100 can include miniaturized moving parts to further reduce friction and resistance, allowing the entire system to work more smoothly and more efficiently. Additionally, various other connections can be used to perform the adjustment through the adjustment mechanism 110. Figure 1B

[0039] As discussed herein, the adjustment mechanism can be configured to adjust various garment adjusters related to different bra garment features. For example, the cord system 5 can connect the adjustment mechanism 110 to the shoulder straps 12, the bra cup system 300, and / or the underarm band 15 such that one or more of the shoulder straps 12, the bra cup system 300, and the underarm band 15 are adjusted based on the engagement of the adjustment mechanism 110. In various embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a single adjustment point for multiple garment adjusters. Additionally, the adjustment mechanism 110 can include one or more adjustment motors configured to automatically adjust at least two garment adjusters when the adjustment mechanism 110 is engaged.

[0040] Figure 7A and 7B A function of the bra garment 100 according to an exemplary embodiment is shown, where the adjustment mechanism 110 is located at the back of the bra garment. In various embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 110 can include a motor 81 and a battery 83 (refer to Figure 8 discussed). As shown, the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a single adjustment point (e.g., at the back of the bra garment 100). In some embodiments, as shown, the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a motor 81 configured to move an exemplary cord system 5, such as the cord system 5 discussed herein. In some embodiments, the motor 81 can be connected to a knob or the like to allow a user to manually adjust the knob to activate the motor in order to adjust the bra garment. In some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 110 can be a motor 81 that is connected to a belt or the like that is configured to move the cord system 5, such as the cord system 5 discussed herein. In some embodiments, the motor 81 can be connected to a knob or the like to allow a user to manually adjust the knob to activate the motor in order to adjust the bra garment. Figure 7B ​manual adjustment at the motor position shown, such as the adjustment mechanism shown in FIGS. 1 and 2.

[0041] As Figure 7A and 7B As shown, the cord system 5 can be connected to components configured to move in a manner that adjusts components of a bra garment, as discussed with reference to FIGS. 1-6. For example, movement of the motor 81 can cause the cord system 5 to increase or decrease the upward force on the bra cup system if the motor is activated (e.g., by a user).

[0042] Figure 8 A guide system for an example adjustable bra is shown with the adjustment mechanism 110 positioned behind the bra. As discussed above with reference to FIGS. 1-6 Figure 5 Similarly, the guide system can be made of the outer fabric layer 7 with the grooves 8 provided on the inner side of the outer fabric layer. For example, the grooves 8 can be provided on the inner side of the outer fabric layer 7 by fabric molding. In some embodiments, the grooves 8 can be configured to receive the tubes 9 (e.g., specially designed plastic tubes). In example embodiments, the tubes 9 can have a diameter of 2.5 millimeters or less. In some embodiments, the tubes 9 can be provided in the grooves 8. In some embodiments, the inner fabric layer 11 can also be attached to the inner side of the outer fabric layer 7 (e.g., using the film 10). In this way, the outer fabric layer 7 and the inner fabric layer 11 can hold the tubes 9 within the grooves 8, hold the motor 81 within the motor cavity 80, and / or hold the battery 83 and the battery harness 82 within the battery cavity 84 (e.g., the battery 83 and the battery harness 82 snap together and are then disposed within the battery cavity). In some embodiments, the cords 5 discussed herein can be disposed within the tubes 9 such that a channel is created to allow the cords 5 to pass through the channel with minimal resistance. Various other cavities can be created (e.g., by fabric molding) to provide cavities for housing various other components between the outer fabric layer 7 and the inner fabric layer 11.

[0043] While the adjustment mechanism 110 including the motor 81 and the battery 83 is shown with the adjustment mechanism 110 positioned behind the bra garment, various other positions of the motor 110 and / or the battery are contemplated where the motor 81 is included as an adjustment mechanism. In some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 110 can include a manual adjuster, such as the knob shown in FIG. 1, to work in conjunction with and / or in place of the motor 81. For example, the manual adjuster can be in communication with the motor 81 such that movement of the manual adjuster can actuate the motor 81. Alternatively, the manual adjuster can work as shown in FIGS. 1-6 such that movement of the manual adjuster can activate the cord system 5 independent of any motor 81 operation.

[0044] In various embodiments, the guide system can be used in an adjustable garment (e.g., an adjustable bra garment) such that the cord system 5 can travel over the conformation of the human body with minimal resistance. Additionally, the guide system can provide additional garment stability (e.g., by preventing unwanted bunching of cords and / or material when tension is applied to the cord system, additional stability to the center front portion of the bra).

[0045] While various embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it will be clear to those of ordinary skill in the art that other embodiments and examples can perform similar functions and / or realize similar results. All such equivalent embodiments and examples are within the spirit and scope of the disclosure and are intended to be covered, and are intended to be covered by the following claims.

[0046] Many modifications and other embodiments of what has been set forth and described plainer attached drawings will occur to those skilled in the art upon reading this disclosure. Therefore, it is understood that the disclosure is not to be limited to the particular embodiments disclosed, and is intended to cover any and all modifications and equivalents within the scope of the appended claims. Further, although the foregoing description and associated drawings have been described in the context of certain exemplary combinations of elements and / or functions, it is to be understood that different combinations of elements and / or functions can be provided by alternative embodiments without departing from the scope of the appended claims. In this regard, for example, elements and / or functions from one example can be combined in a composite example and the example can be further modified. Similarly, functions can be added and / or deleted from existing examples. Only limitations imposed by the appended claims have such effects.

Claims

1. An adjustable bra, the adjustable bra comprising: a bra garment comprising two shoulder straps, an underarm band, at least one bra cup system, wherein the at least one bra cup system comprises a pre-molded cup, a plurality of bra cup bands each attached at a first end thereof at a bottom edge of the pre-molded cup and at a second end thereof to a bra cup connector, wherein each of the two shoulder straps comprises a respective connection system, the adjustable bra further comprising: an adjustment mechanism, and a cord system comprising at least one cord coupled to each of the respective connection systems, the bra cup connector, and the adjustment mechanism, such that adjustment of a position of the adjustment mechanism causes adjustment of the at least one bra cup system and the shoulder straps.

2. The adjustable bra of claim 1, wherein, the adjustment mechanism comprises an adjustment motor, movement of which is capable of causing the cord system to increase or decrease an upward force on the bra cup system if the adjustment motor is activated.

3. The adjustable bra of claim 2, wherein, the adjustment motor is activated by at least one of voice, touch, and / or a mobile device.

4. The adjustable bra of claim 1, wherein, the plurality of bra cup bands are configured such that tension on each of the plurality of bra cup bands is substantially equal.

5. The adjustable bra of claim 1, further comprising a guide system, the guide system comprising: (a) a groove disposed on an inner surface of an outer fabric layer of the adjustable bra, and (b) a tube, the groove being configured to receive the tube.

6. The adjustable bra of claim 5, wherein, the at least one cord is disposed at least partially within the tube.

7. The adjustable bra of claim 1, wherein, the bra garment is adjustable with the bra garment being worn.

8. The adjustable bra of claim 1, wherein, the adjustment mechanism defines a plurality of adjustment positions, each adjustment position corresponding to a different activity in which the adjustable bra is used.

9. The adjustable bra of claim 5, wherein, the bra garment comprises a plurality of garment adjusters, the plurality of garment adjusters comprising the bra cup system, the two shoulder straps, and the underarm band, and the plurality of garment adjusters comprising a cable mechanism within the bra garment in communication with the adjustment mechanism; the bra garment further comprises a plurality of layers, the plurality of layers comprising an outer fabric layer, wherein the cable mechanism is housed between at least two of the plurality of layers.

10. The adjustable bra of claim 5, wherein, the guide system is disposed within a single layer of the bra garment.

11. A method of adjusting an adjustable bra, the method comprising: providing an adjustable bra, the adjustable bra comprising: a bra garment comprising two shoulder straps, an underarm band, at least one bra cup system, wherein the at least one bra cup system comprises a pre-molded cup, a plurality of bra cup bands each attached at a first end thereof at a bottom edge of the pre-molded cup and at a second end thereof to a bra cup connector, wherein each of the two shoulder straps comprises a respective connection system, the adjustable bra further comprising: an adjustment mechanism, and a cord system comprising at least one cord coupled to each of the respective connection systems, the bra cup connector, and the adjustment mechanism, Engaging the adjustment mechanism such that a position of the adjustment mechanism is adjusted causes adjustment of the at least one bra cup system and the shoulder straps.

12. The method of claim 11, wherein, The adjustment mechanism includes an adjustment motor whose movement is capable of causing the cord system to increase or decrease an upward force on the bra cup system if the adjustment motor is activated.

13. The method of claim 12, wherein, Engaging the adjustment mechanism includes using at least one of voice, touch, and / or a mobile device.

14. The method of claim 11, wherein, The plurality of bra cup straps are configured such that tension on each of the plurality of bra cup straps is substantially equal.

15. The method of claim 11, wherein, Further comprising a guide system including: (a) a groove disposed on an inner surface of an outer fabric layer of the adjustable bra, and (b) a tube, the groove being configured to receive the tube.

16. The method of claim 15, wherein, The at least one cord is disposed at least partially within the tube.

17. The method of claim 11, wherein, The adjustable bra is adjustable with the bra garment being worn.

18. The method of claim 11, wherein, Each adjustment position of the adjustment mechanism defines a plurality of adjustment positions, each adjustment position corresponding to a different activity in which the adjustable bra is used.

19. The method of claim 15, wherein, The bra garment includes a plurality of garment adjusters including the bra cup system, the two shoulder straps, and the underarm straps, and the plurality of garment adjusters includes a cable mechanism within the bra garment in communication with the adjustment mechanism; The adjustable bra further includes a plurality of layers including an outer fabric layer, wherein the cable mechanism is housed between at least two of the plurality of layers.

20. The method of claim 15, wherein, The guide system is disposed within a single layer of the bra garment.

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