Bra pad and method of making same

Abstract

A bra pad constructed of a combination of materials and configured to have two or more regions, each region constructed of a different material, to provide different levels of stretch and firmness to certain regions of the bra pad to provide optimal support, comfort, fit, and coverage for use in a bra, a camisole, a tank top, a slip, a dress, a swim suit, or any other chest covering garment that requires padding and / or support.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application relates to a co-pending application filed on the same date as this application, authored by Emily Suess and Valerie Ann McArdle and filed by Chico's Brands Investments, Inc., entitled "Bra with Intermediary Flexible Layer and Method for Manufacturing Same". The entire contents of that co-pending application, including its specification, are incorporated herein by reference, and by way of description in this cross-reference section, the co-pending application is not acknowledged as prior art to this application. Technical Field

[0003] This disclosure generally relates to the field of bras and related garments, and more specifically, to a novel and practical bra pad having two or more distinct areas to provide an optimal level of support, comfort, fit, and coverage for use in bras, tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, swimwear, or any other garment requiring padded and / or support for breast coverage. The bra pad of this disclosure can be used in or as a bra cup in any of the aforementioned garments. Background Technology

[0004] As is well known in the art, a brassiere or bra is a type of corset designed to support, cover, bind, reveal, shape, and / or lift the wearer's breasts. Since its widespread use nearly a century ago, bras have been improved to include bra padding and other enhancements to further increase the level of support and comfort provided to the wearer, improve the overall fit, visually enhance and accentuate the wearer's figure, and / or for other aesthetic or practical considerations. Other garments, such as tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, and swimwear, have also been similarly improved to include built-in breast support components or bras with support cups and / or bra padding to achieve some or all of the same benefits as bras.

[0005] While bras and bra pads are well known in the art, previous bras and bra pads had several drawbacks. For example, due to their design, fabric, and / or fabric construction, previous bras and bra pads did not adequately support the wearer's breasts, were uncomfortable, did not fit the wearer properly, and / or did not adequately cover the wearer's breasts. When a bra does not fit properly, it can cause discomfort and create an unsightly appearance, including fit problems such as cup gaps (the top of the bra cups does not fit snugly against the wearer's skin, resulting in a bulky appearance) and side and / or top overflow (the sides and top of the bra cups are too stiff and press too tightly against the wearer's breasts, causing the breasts to bulge and / or overflow from the top and / or sides of the bra cups).

[0006] Other problems with ill-fitting bra cups or bra padding include bra cups or bra padding that are too firm or too tight at the top or bottom, which can cause discomfort by cutting into the breast tissue in those areas.

[0007] Furthermore, bras have previously been manufactured using fabrics with different support and stretch properties, cut and sewn together, resulting in bras with varying levels of support and minimum volume and thickness associated with them. In this way, different levels of support and stretch can be provided to achieve a proper, desired fit and adapt to breast tissue as it shifts within the semi-rigid areas of the cups. Such "cut and sewn" bras are supportive, do not increase breast volume, and generally provide an acceptable level of fit and comfort for the wearer, but they cannot provide the same level of support, comfort, fit, and coverage as padded bras. Even conventional padded bras known in the art to provide additional support and comfort to the wearer do not offer optimal support, comfort, fit, and coverage. Therefore, this disclosure relates to a bra pad that can be used in bras, tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, swimwear, or any other breast-covering garment where padding and / or support are desired, providing the wearer with optimal support, comfort, fit, and coverage.

[0008] Prior art also includes certain types of bra padding. For example, U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2006 / 0276105 teaches the use of alternating layers of reinforcing padding with a predetermined strength between the upper and lower layers of bra padding to improve support. This U.S. patent application also generally states that the reinforcing padding (one or more) can be of various shapes, depending on the wearer's preference, design, and desired function. For example, reinforcing padding with higher density and firmness can be positioned towards the front of the breast tissue to increase breast volume. In another example, reinforcing padding is positioned laterally along the upper part of the bra cup and is smaller than lower reinforcing padding positioned along the lower and front parts of the bra cup. These reinforcing padding have a higher density than the upper and lower padding fabrics used to form the molded bra cup, thereby providing additional support to the breast tissue.

[0009] Gradually thickened bra pads are also known. For example, U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2009 / 0291617 describes a bra pad comprising a generally cup-shaped body having a base perimeter, a neckline perimeter, and an underarm perimeter, the thickness of which gradually narrows from the base perimeter to the apex of the cup-shaped body and then to the neckline perimeter. The bra is designed so that any underwire is positioned below the base perimeter of the bra pad to provide more comfort than standard underwire bras.

[0010] Prior art also describes the use of inserts within the fabric of a bra. For example, U.S. Patent No. 8,105,130 describes an insert formed of elastically shape-retaining plastic, typically crescent-shaped. Such inserts are said to increase bra wearer comfort by having a predetermined thickness to provide elastic bending around various axes.

[0011] Furthermore, U.S. Patent No. 6,997,775 describes a bra in which the foam layer forming the bra padding is made of shaved polyurethane foam. For example, Figure 1 Figure 4 illustrates a foam thinning process and equipment for forming bra pads having a foam layer with a defined shape and a thicker area of ​​material extending to the top of the breast. Summary of the Invention

[0012] This disclosure describes bra padding used in or as bra cups for use in bras, tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, swimsuits, or any other breast-covering garment that requires padding and / or support. It aims to improve the support, comfort, fit, and coverage provided to the wearer in bras or garments incorporating the bra padding disclosed herein, and to visually improve the wearer's figure by preventing overflow or bulging from cup gaps, sides, and / or top. It should be understood that the term "bra" as used herein refers to garments, such as stand-alone bras and bras incorporated into tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, swimsuits, or any other breast-covering garment that requires support, comfort, and / or coverage.

[0013] In one aspect of this disclosure, a bra pad is provided that includes a specific structure and specific materials containing varying degrees of stretch and / or firmness to provide the wearer with an optimal level of support, comfort, fit, and coverage, and to prevent cup breakage, side and / or top overflow or bulging, thereby visually improving the wearer's figure.

[0014] In another aspect of this disclosure, bra padding may be made of two or more different materials, each having a different degree of stretch and / or firmness, and providing different degrees of stretch and / or firmness to different areas of the wearer's chest.

[0015] In another aspect of this disclosure, the bra pads described herein may include two or more regions. Each region may be positioned at a specific location on the bra pad and may be made of a specific material having a different degree of stretch and / or firmness, and thus providing different degrees of support, comfort, and fit to different areas of the wearer's chest. Specifically, the configuration of the bra pads described herein, when viewed in orientation when the bra pads are placed on the wearer's body, may include two regions: (1) a first region or top region, which is closest to the wearer's neckline when on the body, and the first region or top region has a top portion and a bottom portion, and includes a stretchable material; and (2) a second region or bottom region, which is close to the bottom of the wearer's chest when on the body, and the second region or bottom region has a top portion and a bottom portion, and includes a stable and firm but stretchable material, whereby the top portion of the bottom region is connected to the bottom portion of the top region. The sum of these two areas can expand together with the entire surface area of ​​the bra padding. Each area of ​​the bra padding has different stretch and / or firmness characteristics to provide optimal support, comfort, fit and coverage for the corresponding area of ​​the wearer's chest.

[0016] In another aspect of this disclosure, the bra pads described herein may be constructed from a combination of various materials and may be configured to have three zones. Each zone may be constructed from a different material, thus providing different degrees of stretch and / or firmness to each zone of the bra pad. Therefore, the combination of these zones can provide optimal support, comfort, fit, coverage, and appearance for different areas of the wearer's chest. Specifically, the bra padding configuration described herein may include three zones, which, when viewed from the position of the bra padding placed on the wearer's body, are: (1) a first zone or top zone, which is closest to the wearer's neckline when on the body, and has a top portion and a bottom portion, and includes a stretchable material; (2) a second zone or bottom zone, which is close to the bottom of the wearer's chest when on the body, and has a top portion and a bottom portion, and includes a stable and firm yet stretchable material; and (3) a third zone or middle zone, which has a top portion and a bottom portion, and includes an overall lightweight, stretchable foam material, wherein the middle zone is positioned between the top and bottom zones, such that the top of the middle zone is connected to the bottom of the top zone, and the bottom of the middle zone is connected to the top of the bottom zone. The sum of these three zones may extend along the entire surface area of ​​the bra padding, and each zone of the bra padding has different stretchability and firmness to provide optimal support, comfort, fit, and coverage for the corresponding area of ​​the wearer's chest.

[0017] In another aspect of this disclosure, the top area of ​​the bra pad may include a stretchable material designed to fit snugly against and along the top of the wearer's neckline or near the top of the wearer's chest, and may be further designed to stretch and recover to adapt to the wearer's body throughout the day and for extended periods. Specifically, the top area of ​​the bra pad including the stretchable material may include stretching properties and may be designed to stretch and adapt to the wearer's body for extended periods at the neckline or near the top of the wearer's chest to maintain comfort, support, fit, coverage, and appearance. The top area of ​​the bra pad including the stretchable material may also include properties that allow it to contract from a stretched position or fully return to its original position, and thus, the top area is designed to adapt to the wearer's body and to change with the size and shape of the wearer's body. In other words, the structure of the top area ensures that its stretchability is not exhausted or depleted and that it springs back or returns to its original position, thereby maintaining a close fit to the wearer's body. The stretch and recovery properties of the top area of ​​the bra pad also provide improved support, comfort, fit, and coverage, while preventing overflow and gaps in the top and / or side cups. For example, by stretching to fully accommodate the wearer's breasts, the top area of ​​the bra pad completely and comfortably covers the top and sides of the wearer's breasts without squeezing or cutting into them, creating a comfortable, supportive fit and preventing overflow or bulging of the top and side portions of the wearer's breasts. Furthermore, the top area of ​​the bra pad prevents gaps by fully recovering as the size and shape of the wearer's breasts change and maintaining a close fit to the top of the wearer's breasts.

[0018] In another aspect of this disclosure, the bottom area of ​​the bra pad may include a firm, stable material with minimal or limited stretch characteristics, designed to fit snugly along the bottom of the wearer's chest, providing better support, comfort, fit, and appearance. Specifically, the bottom area of ​​the bra pad includes a firm, stable material that may be designed to curve along the bottom of the wearer's chest to provide additional support and "lift" the chest. The flexibility of the bottom area is sufficient to accommodate different sizes of the wearer's chest as it grows and / or shrinks, but its firmness is sufficient to provide additional support for the wearer's chest. Furthermore, the material used to create the bottom area may have properties that make it flexible enough not to dig into the wearer's chest tissue, yet firm enough to provide adequate support for the wearer's chest. The bottom area may also include an attachment that, when worn, extends substantially vertically upwards along the side of the bra pad near the wearer's armpit, and may be referred to as a strap, which may be made of a similar or identical firm, stable material to the bottom area. The straps can overlap or fall off at or near the top band (where the bra straps connect to the bra padding) to provide greater firmness or more support at the top band. The straps can also provide further support to the sides and bottom of the wearer's breasts and push the breasts forward, "lifting" them while preventing side bulges or cup overflow.

[0019] In another aspect of this disclosure, the middle section of the bra pad may be located between the top and bottom sections and may include a lightweight, stretchable foam material designed to fit snugly and comfortably to the middle portion of the wearer’s chest, so as to provide additional support and comfort to these areas when the bra pad is worn.

[0020] In one aspect, a bra pad is described, which, when worn by a wearer, comprises: a first region comprising a stretchable material; and a second region connected to the first region and comprising a rigid material. Furthermore, the bra pad may also include a third region disposed between the first and second regions, the third region comprising a lightweight, stretchable material.

[0021] Furthermore, according to this disclosure, a method for manufacturing bra padding is provided, comprising the steps of: providing a first region comprising a stretchable material; and connecting a second region comprising a rigid material to the first region. The method for manufacturing bra padding may further include distributing a third region between the first and second regions, wherein the third region comprises a lightweight, stretchable material.

[0022] In another aspect of this disclosure, a method for manufacturing bra padding is provided, comprising the steps of: providing a first region comprising a stretchable material for use as a top region of the bra padding; providing a second region comprising a lightweight, stretchable foam material for use as a middle region of the bra padding; providing a third region comprising a rigid material for use as a bottom region of the bra padding; connecting a bottom portion of the first region to a top portion of the second region; connecting a bottom portion of the second region to a top portion of the third region; and connecting one or more portions of the third region to the first region.

[0023] In preferred embodiments, many variations of the bras and support garments described herein can be used. Further features and advantages of the protective subject matter described herein will be apparent from the specification, drawings, and claims. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The subject matter described herein can be further understood by referring to the exemplary embodiments in the accompanying drawings. Although the embodiments in the drawings are merely examples of the apparatus described herein, their general organization and operation and manufacturing methods, as well as their further objectives and advantages, can be more readily understood by referring to the drawings and the following description. The same reference numerals generally refer to the same features (e.g., elements with similar functions and / or structures).

[0025] The accompanying drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale; in some cases, various aspects of the subject matter disclosed in this invention may be exaggerated or amplified in order to facilitate understanding of different features. Furthermore, the drawings are not intended to limit the scope of the invention, which has been specifically set forth in the appended or subsequently amended claims; the drawings are for clarification and illustration only.

[0026] Figure 1 A rear view of the right bra pad in a steel support structure according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is depicted.

[0027] Figure 2 A rear view of the right bra padding in a braless configuration according to another exemplary embodiment of this disclosure is depicted; and

[0028] Figure 3 Depicting including Figure 1 The image shows a front view of a bra including the left and right bra pads, as exemplified. Detailed Implementation

[0029] This disclosure can be more readily understood by referring to the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the subject matter disclosed herein. However, devices, apparatuses, systems, and structures according to this disclosure can be embodied in a variety of forms and modes, some of which may be entirely different from those in the disclosed embodiments. Furthermore, unless explicitly stated otherwise, the features and elements disclosed herein can be combined to form various combinations without exclusivity. Therefore, the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are merely representative. However, in this regard, they are considered to provide the best implementation for the purposes of the disclosure and to provide a basis for the claims that define the scope of the invention herein. It should also be noted that the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “described” as used in the specification and appended claims include plural references unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0030] The term "exemplary" is used to mean illustrative or by way of example, and any reference to "the invention" herein is not intended to limit or restrict this disclosure to the exact features of any one or more exemplary embodiments disclosed herein. Furthermore, the repeated use of the phrases "in one embodiment," "in an exemplary embodiment," or similar phrases does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although they may refer to the same embodiment. It should also be noted that the use of terms such as "preferred," "general," and "typical" herein is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, nor to imply that certain features are critical, essential, or even important to the structure or function of the claimed invention. Rather, these terms are merely to emphasize alternative or additional functions that may or may not be used in particular embodiments of this disclosure.

[0031] The bra pads disclosed herein are suitable for use in or as bra cups in bras, tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, swimwear, or any other garment requiring padded and / or support for breast coverage, and are configured to provide the wearer with optimal support, comfort, fit, coverage, and appearance. The bra pads of this disclosure are generally cup-shaped, having a convex outer surface and a concave inner surface. It should be noted that, unless otherwise stated, any discussion of the structure of the bra pads of this disclosure is in relation to their orientation when placed on the wearer's body.

[0032] Overall reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The figure shows an exemplary embodiment of a bra pad (100) according to the present disclosure. Figure 1 One version of a bra pad (100) is depicted, which can be used in conjunction with garments such as bras and supportive clothing that include underwire support members (not shown). Figure 2One version of a bra pad (100) is depicted, which can be used in conjunction with garments such as bras and supportive clothing that do not include underwire support. Although Figure 1 and Figure 2 The shapes of the bra pads (100) and their individual components vary slightly, but as described below, it should be understood that they contain generally the same or similar structures, include the same or similar materials, and achieve the same or similar effects.

[0033] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the bra pad (100) includes a top area (102), a middle area (104), and a bottom area (106) when viewed from the position of the bra pad (100) placed on the wearer's body. The top area (102) has a top portion (108) and a bottom portion (110), is generally crescent-shaped, and comprises a stretchable material. It should be understood that any fabric or material having a degree of stretch or flexibility in the art can be used with the top area (102). Furthermore, it should be understood that any fabric or material that can be used with the top area (102) has sufficient stretch to allow the top area (102) to conform against and along the top of the wearer's neckline or near the top of the wearer's chest. When clothing (not shown) containing bra pads (100) is worn, the top area (102) is configured to extend along the neckline or the top of the wearer’s chest from the inner edge (120) of the bra pads (100) to the outer edge (122) of the bra pads (100).

[0034] The top area (102) may include a stretchable material that is designed to fit snugly against and along the top of the wearer's neckline or near the wearer's chest when worn, and may be further designed to stretch and recover to adapt to the wearer's body throughout the day and for extended periods. That is, the top area (102) including the stretchable material may contain stretching properties and may be designed to stretch and adapt to the wearer's body for extended periods at the neckline or near the wearer's chest to maintain comfort, support, fit, coverage, and appearance. The top area (102) may also contain properties that allow it to contract from a stretched position or fully return to its original position, and thus, the top area is designed to adapt to the wearer's body and to change with the size and shape of the wearer's chest and body. In other words, the structure of the top area (102) ensures that its stretching properties are not exhausted or depleted and that it can spring back or return to its original position to maintain a close fit to the wearer's body. The stretch and recovery properties of the top area (102) of the bra pad also provide improved support, comfort, fit, and coverage, while preventing top and / or side cup overflow and cup gaps. For example, by stretching to fully accommodate the wearer's breasts, the top area (102) of the bra pad (100) completely and comfortably covers the top and sides of the wearer's breasts without squeezing or cutting into them, resulting in a comfortable, supportive fit that prevents the top and side portions of the wearer's breasts from overflowing or bulging out of the bra pad. Furthermore, the top area (102) of the bra pad (100) prevents cup gaps by fully recovering as the size and shape of the wearer's body and / or breasts change and maintaining a close fit to the top of the wearer's breasts.

[0035] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the bra pad (100) may also include a middle section (104). The middle section (104) has a top portion (112) and a bottom portion (114), is generally crescent-shaped, and comprises a lightweight, flexible foam material or similar material. It should be understood that any generally lightweight fabric or material known in the art that has a degree of stretch or flexibility can be used in conjunction with the middle section (104). The structure of the bra pad (100) allows the top portion (112) of the middle section (104) to be preferably connected to the bottom portion (110) of the top section (102) by a molding process. The middle section (104) is designed to fit snugly and comfortably against the middle and lower parts of the wearer's chest to provide additional support and comfort to these areas when the bra pad (100) is worn.

[0036] The bra pad (100) may also include a bottom region (106). The bottom region (106) has a top portion (116) and a bottom portion (118), is generally arc-shaped or crescent-shaped, and comprises a generally rigid stabilizing material that provides a degree of flexibility to conform to the lower part of the wearer's chest. The structure of the bra pad (100) allows the top portion (116) of the bottom region (106) to be preferably connected to the bottom portion (114) of the middle region (104) by a molding process. The bottom region (106) extends along the entire bottom of the bra pad (100) from the inner edge (120) of the bra pad (100) to the outer edge (122) of the bra pad (100). The bottom area (106) is designed and configured such that when wearing clothing (not shown) containing bra padding (100), the bottom area (106) extends along and / or below the bottom of the wearer's chest to fit these areas closely and comfortably, and to provide these areas with additional support and comfort.

[0037] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the bottom area (106) includes additional support components or strap portions (124) that extend substantially vertically along the outer edge (122) of the bra padding (100) or the underarm side. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the strap portion (124) is preferably connected to both the middle area (104) and the top area (102) by a molding process. When the bra pad (100) is worn, the strap portion (124) can fit snugly around the side of the wearer's chest and provide additional support to that area.

[0038] The bottom area (106) may also curve upward along the inner edge (120) of the bra pad (100), following the general shape of the bottom and side portions of the wearer’s chest, and may preferably be connected to the top area (102) by a molding process to provide additional support for that area.

[0039] The bottom area (106) of the bra pad (100) may comprise a firm, stable material with minimal or limited stretch characteristics, designed to conform closely to the bottom of the wearer's chest, providing better support, comfort, fit, and appearance. The bottom area (106) of the bottom bra pad (100) may be designed to curve along the bottom of the wearer's chest to provide additional support and "lift" the chest. It should be understood that any firm or stiff fabric or material known in the art may be used in conjunction with the bottom area (106). Furthermore, it should be understood that any fabric or material that may be used in conjunction with the bottom area (106) is firm but has sufficient stretch characteristics to allow the bottom area (106) to curve along the bottom of the wearer's chest and provide additional support to the chest. The flexibility of the bottom area (106) is sufficient to accommodate the different sizes of the wearer's chest as it grows and / or shrinks, while the firmness of the bottom area (106) is sufficient to provide additional support to the wearer's chest. Furthermore, the material used to form the bottom area (106) may include certain properties to make it flexible enough not to penetrate the wearer's breast tissue, yet firm enough to provide adequate support for the wearer's breasts. The strap portion (124) may be made of a similar or identical firm and stable material. The strap portion (124) may further support the sides and bottom of the wearer's breasts and may push the wearer's breasts forward to prevent side bulging or cup overflow.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the strap portion (124) may overlap and connect with the top area (102) at or near the strap point (126) of the bra pad (100) (e.g., by molding process). The strap point (126) is the location where the bra strap (not shown) of the bra (not shown) can connect to the bra pad (100). The connection between the top area (102) and the strap portion (124) makes the strap point (126) more rigid, thereby providing additional support for the wearer in the vicinity of this area of ​​the bra pad (100).

[0041] Furthermore, the bottom area (106) may overlap and connect with the top area (102) at a point (128) near the inner edge (120) of the bra pad (100) (e.g., by a molding process). The combination of the top area (102) and the bottom area (106) makes the point (128) more rigid and thus provides additional support for the wearer in this area of ​​the bra pad (100).

[0042] It should be understood that, although Figure 1 and Figure 2The diagram shows three regions and has been described above, but it is conceivable that the bra pad (100) may consist of only two of the aforementioned regions in any combination and configuration. For example, it is conceivable that the bra pad (100) may consist only of a top region (102) and a bottom region (106). In such an embodiment, the bra pad (100) is structured such that the top portion (116) of the bottom region (106) is preferably connected to the bottom portion (110) of the top region (102) by a molding process. In another example, it is conceivable that the bra pad (100) may consist only of a top region (102) and a middle region (104). In such an embodiment, the bra pad (100) is structured such that the top portion (112) of the middle region (104) is preferably connected to the bottom portion (110) of the top region (102) by a molding process. In another example, it is conceivable that the bra pad (100) may consist only of a middle section (104) and a bottom section (106). In such an embodiment, the bra pad (100) is structured such that the top portion (116) of the bottom section is preferably connected to the bottom portion (114) of the middle section by a molding process.

[0043] It should be understood that the aforementioned regions (102, 104, and 106) of the bra pad (100), including the strap portion (124), can be joined together using any molding process known in the art. For example, the regions (102, 104, and 106) and the strap portion (124) can be joined together by positioning the regions (102, 104, and 106) and the strap portion (124) between two foam boards and then molding the layered structure together under heat and pressure to form a molded bra pad (100).

[0044] It should be further understood that although the bra pads and corresponding components of this disclosure have been shown and described as having a specific shape, the bra pads and corresponding components of this disclosure are not limited to any specific shape. That is, the bra pads and corresponding components disclosed herein can be of any shape without departing from the spirit of this disclosure.

[0045] Please see Figure 3The bra pad (100) in the figure is a schematic diagram of a conventional bra (300) to illustrate how they can be incorporated into clothing. It is also conceivable to incorporate the bra pad (100) into a bra disclosed and described in a co-owned, co-pending application filed on the same date as this application, entitled "Bra with Intermediary Flexible Layer and Method for Manufacturing Same," by inventors Emily Suess and Valerie Ann McArdle and applicant Chico's Brands Investments, Inc.

[0046] While the subject matter discussed herein has been described in detail with reference to embodiments in order to provide a complete disclosure, these embodiments are merely exemplary and not restrictive, nor do they represent an exhaustive list of all aspects of the invention. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that many changes can be made to these details without departing from the spirit, essential characteristics, and principles of the invention, and that the invention may be embodied in other forms. Furthermore, the benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any elements that may allow or promote any benefit, advantage, or solution of the invention should not be construed as key, necessary, or essential elements of the disclosed subject matter. The scope of the invention is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A bra pad configured to be placed on the body of a wearer, comprising: The first zone includes a stretchable material and includes a first portion that extends substantially vertically along the outer edge of the bra padding; The second zone, which is connected to the first zone and includes rigid materials, also includes: The first section is made of fabric, and the first section of the second section extends substantially vertically along the outer edge of the bra pad and is connected to the first section of the first section, wherein the first section of the second section is also configured to push the wearer's breast forward to prevent the breast from bulging out of the bra pad; and A second part made of fabric, the second part of the second zone extending substantially horizontally from the first part of the second zone to the inner edge of the bra pad and connected to the second part of the first zone; and The third zone, located between the first and second zones, comprises lightweight, stretchable materials. Among them, the first, second, and third zones expand together with the entire surface area of ​​the bra padding, and In this section, the first part of the first zone overlaps with the first part of the second zone at the point where the bra strap connects to the bra pad.

2. The bra padding according to claim 1, wherein, The first zone is the top zone of the bra padding, which is configured to extend along the wearer's neckline and conform to the wearer's neckline.

3. The bra padding according to claim 1, wherein, The stretchable material of the first zone is configured to allow the first zone of the bra padding to cover part of the wearer's chest.

4. The bra padding according to claim 2, wherein, The first zone is designed to adapt to changes in the wearer's body size and shape, and to conform to the wearer's neckline.

5. The bra pad according to claim 1, wherein, The second area is the bottom area of ​​the bra padding, which is configured to extend along the bottom of the wearer's chest to support the chest by the bottom of the bra padding.

6. The bra pad according to claim 1, wherein, The rigid material is configured to allow the second zone to bend along the bottom of the wearer's chest.

7. The bra padding according to claim 1, wherein, Bra padding is configured to be incorporated into one of tank tops, vests, blouses, dresses, and swimwear.

8. The bra pad according to claim 1, wherein, The second part of the first zone overlaps with the second part of the second zone.

9. The bra pad according to claim 1, wherein, The top part of the third zone is connected to the first zone, and the bottom part of the third zone is connected to the second zone.

10. A method for manufacturing bra padding, the method comprising: Provides a first zone, the first zone comprising a stretchable material and including a first portion extending substantially vertically along the outer edge of the bra pad; Connecting a second region, comprising a rigid material, to the first region, wherein the connecting step includes: A first portion of a second zone extending substantially vertically along the outer edge of the bra pad is connected to a first portion of a first zone, wherein the first portion of the second zone is configured to push the wearer's breast forward to prevent the breast from bulging out of the bra pad; and The second portion of the second zone, extending substantially horizontally along the inner edge of the bra pad, is connected to the second portion of the first zone, wherein the second portion of the first zone overlaps with the second portion of the second zone; and The third zone connects the first and second zones, and the third zone comprises a lightweight, stretchable material. Among them, the first, second, and third zones expand together with the entire surface area of ​​the bra padding, and In this section, the first part of the first zone overlaps with the first part of the second zone at the point where the bra strap connects to the bra pad.

11. The method according to claim 10, wherein, The first zone is the top zone of the bra padding, which extends along the wearer's neckline and conforms to the wearer's neckline.

12. The method according to claim 10, wherein, The stretchable material of the first zone is configured to allow the first zone of the bra padding to cover part of the wearer's chest.

13. The method according to claim 11, wherein, The first zone is designed to adapt to changes in the wearer's body size and shape and fit snugly against the wearer's neckline.

14. The method of claim 10, wherein, The second area is the bottom area of ​​the bra padding, which extends along the bottom of the wearer's chest to support the chest by the bottom of the bra padding.

15. The method according to claim 10, wherein, The rigid material is configured to allow the second zone to bend along the bottom of the wearer's chest.

16. The method of claim 10, further comprising incorporating bra padding into one of a tank top, vest, shirt, dress, and swimwear.

17. The method according to claim 10, wherein, The second part of the first zone overlaps with the second part of the second zone.

18. The method according to claim 10, wherein, The top part of the third zone is connected to the first zone, and the bottom part of the third zone is connected to the second zone.

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