Swimsuit with insert

Abstract

Swimsuit for a small chest wearer and a design thereof, according to which the design comprises an insert. The insert is non-removable. The contour of the non-removable insert conforms to the shape of the human body, in particular the breast.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims the benefit of and priority to the filing date of U.S. Application No. 63 / 339,629, filed on May 9, 2022, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. Background Art

[0003] The present application relates generally to swimwear and inserts, and more particularly to non-removable inserts for swimwear designed for small-breasted wearers. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0004] Aspects of the present disclosure are best understood from the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It is emphasized that, in accordance with standard practice in the industry, various features are not drawn to scale. In fact, for clarity of discussion, the sizes of various features may be increased or reduced arbitrarily. In addition, the present disclosure may repeat reference numerals, letters, or both in various examples. This repetition is for simplicity and clarity purposes and does not in itself indicate the relationship between the various embodiments and / or configurations discussed.

[0005] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a front view of a swimsuit including two inserts according to one or more embodiments.

[0006] Figure 2 According to one or more embodiments Figure 1 Schematic diagram of a rear view of a swimsuit.

[0007] Figure 3A According to one or more embodiments Figure 1 Front view of one of the inserts.

[0008] Figure 3B According to one or more embodiments Figure 1 Rear view of one of the inserts.

[0009] Figure 3C According to one or more embodiments Figure 1 A perspective front view of one of the inserts.

[0010] Figure 3D According to one or more embodiments Figure 1 A perspective rear view of one of the inserts.

[0011] Figure 4 is another schematic diagram of a swimsuit according to one or more embodiments.

[0012] Figure 5 is another schematic diagram of a swimsuit according to one or more embodiments.

[0013] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a front view of a swimsuit including two inserts according to one or more embodiments.

[0014] Fig. 7A According to one or more embodiments Figure 6 Front view of one of the inserts.

[0015] Figure 7B According to one or more embodiments Figure 6 Rear view of one of the inserts.

[0016] Figure 7C According to one or more embodiments Figure 6 A perspective front view of one of the inserts.

[0017] Fig.7D According to one or more embodiments Figure 6 A perspective rear view of one of the inserts.

[0018] Figure 8 is another schematic diagram of a swimsuit according to one or more embodiments.

[0019] Fig. 9 is another schematic diagram of a swimsuit according to one or more embodiments.

[0020] Fig. 10A is a front view of one of the non-removable inserts according to one or more embodiments.

[0021] Fig. 10B According to one or more embodiments Fig. 10A Rear view of the non-removable insert. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] It should be understood that the present disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for realizing the different features of various embodiments. Specific examples of components and arrangements are described below to simplify the present disclosure. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to be restrictive. In addition, the present disclosure may repeat reference numerals and / or letters in various examples. This repetition is for simplicity and clarity and does not itself indicate the relationship between the various embodiments and / or configurations discussed.

[0023] In one or more embodiments, the methods and devices herein provide a non-removable insert that remains in place in a swimsuit and a swimsuit that remains in place on a wearer. The swimsuit has stitching around the non-removable insert, thereby holding the non-removable insert in place. Therefore, the non-removable insert does not move when the swimsuit is washed or worn. The swimsuit is designed to remain in place (especially on the breasts) during activities: for example, but not limited to, swimming and sunbathing. The swimsuit remains in place on the swimsuit wearer because the non-removable insert conforms to the wearer's breasts.

[0024] In some embodiments, the methods and devices herein provide a non-removable insert that provides a gentle lift and complements the breasts of a small-chested wearer without making the wearer appear multiple cup sizes larger. Instead, at least a portion of the non-removable insert acts on the breast by lifting the breast, but also holds the breast in place so that the breast does not move away from the non-removable insert. The non-removable insert also provides complementation to the breast. The non-removable insert conforms to the breast so that the complementation looks natural. In addition, the non-removable insert is designed for small-chested wearers due to its ability to conform to the contours of the breast, so that there are no holes, openings, or gaps between the swimsuit and the wearer, which occur when a swimsuit does not fit properly, particularly when the swimsuit is designed for large-chested wearers rather than small-chested wearers.

[0025] refer to Figure 1 , in an embodiment, a swimsuit for a small chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 10 and includes a first side 12 and a second side 14. The first side 12 is defined by being substantially located on the right side of the wearer 16, and includes a non-removable insert 18 (not visible), a front panel 20, and one or more strips 22. The non-removable insert 18 is disposed behind the front panel 20. The front panel 20 is defined by a first edge 24a, a second edge 24b, and a third edge 24c. One of the one or more strips 22 extends partially along the first edge 24a. One of the one or more strips 22 is coupled to the front panel 20 via stitching. A seam 26 couples one of the one or more strips 22 to the front panel 20. A fabric strip 28 extends along the second edge 24b. The fabric strip 28 is coupled to at least one of the one or more strips 22 and the front panel 20 via stitching. A belt 30 extends along at least the third edge 24c. The belt 30 is coupled to at least one of the one or more strips 22 and the fabric strip 28 via stitching. The second side 14 is a mirror image of the first side 12 and includes similar components as described herein for the first side 12. The strap 30 is the same for the first side 12 as for the second side 14 in that the strap 30 extends along at least the front width of the torso of the wearer 16.

[0026] refer to Figure 2In one embodiment, the continuous reference Figure 1 , a rear view of a swimsuit 10 for a small chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 32, and includes a first side 12 and a second side 14. The proper right side of the swimsuit 10 includes the first side 12. The first side 12 includes a non-removable insert 18 (the indentation from the non-removable insert 18 may be visible, but the non-removable insert 18 is not shown), a back panel 34, and one or more strips 22. The non-removable insert 18 is disposed behind the back panel 34. The back panel 34 is defined by a first edge 36a, a second edge 36b, and a third edge 36c (located behind the belt 30). One of the one or more strips 22 extends partially along the first edge 36a. One of the one or more strips 22 is coupled to the back panel 34 via stitching. A seam 26 couples one of the one or more strips 22 to the back panel 34. The one or more strips 22 include an adjuster 38 and a coupler 40. The fabric strip 28 extends along the second edge 36b. The fabric strip 28 is coupled to at least one of the one or more straps 22 and the back panel 34 via stitching. The belt 30 extends along at least the third edge 26c. The belt 30 is coupled to at least one of the one or more straps 22 and the fabric strip 28 via stitching. The second side 14 is a mirror image of the first side 12 and includes similar components as described herein for the first side 12. The belt 30 is the same for the first side 12 as for the second side 14 in that the belt 30 extends along at least the back width of the torso of the wearer 16.

[0027] In some embodiments, swimsuit 10 may have various patterns, styles and colors. Swimsuit 10 may include one or more types of fabric. In some embodiments, the fabric is ribbed. In one or more embodiments, swimsuit 10 may include other fabrics so that it is a one-piece swimsuit, a tankini, a single collar swimsuit, a one-piece bikini, a triangle top, a suspender, a strapless, etc. In some embodiments, swimsuit 10 is designed for wearers with small chests. In one or more embodiments, swimsuit 10 is designed for wearers whose size is designed to wear AA, A and / or B cups.

[0028] In one or more embodiments, the first side 12 differs from the second side 14 in one or more components. For example, in one embodiment, the first side 12 may include one or more straps 22, however, the second side 14 may not include a strap. In some embodiments, the first side 12 extends from the middle of the sternum of the wearer 16 to the middle of the spine on the right side of the wearer 16, and the second side 14 extends from the middle of the sternum of the wearer 16 to the middle of the spine on the left side of the wearer 16.

[0029] refer to Figure 3A And continue to refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , the front view of the non-removable insert 18 of the swimsuit 10 for small chest wearers is generally represented by reference numeral 42, and includes a front side 44. The front side 44 includes a first corner 46a, a second corner 46b and a third corner 46c and a first boundary 48a, a second boundary 48b and a third boundary 48c. The first corner 46a, the second corner 46b and the third corner 46c are rounded corners respectively. The periphery of the non-removable insert 18 is defined by a first boundary 48a extending from the first corner 46a to the second corner 46b, a second boundary 48b extending from the second corner 46b to the third corner 46c, and a third boundary 48c extending from the third corner 46c to the first corner 46a. When worn on the first side 12 of the swimsuit 10 by the wearer 16, the first boundary 48a is placed toward the outside of the breast, the third boundary 48c is placed closest to the other breast, and the first corner 46a is positioned above the nipple of the wearer 16. When worn by wearer 16 on second side 14 of the swimsuit, first boundary 48a is positioned closer to the other breast, third boundary 48c is positioned toward the outside of the breast, and first corner 46a is positioned above the nipple of wearer 16. Front side 44 includes apex 50, which represents the peak of non-removable insert 18. Apex 50 is positioned closer to second corner 46b and third corner 46c than first corner 46a. Apex 50 is a portion of non-removable insert 18 that is elevated higher than the remainder of non-removable insert 18.

[0030] refer to Figure 3B And continue to refer to Figure 1-3A, a rear view of a non-removable insert 18 of a swimsuit 10 for a small chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 52 and includes a rear side 54. When placed in the swimsuit 10, the rear side 54 of the non-removable insert 18 is closest to the wearer 16. The front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18 is further away from the wearer 16 than the rear side 54 of the non-removable insert 18. The rear side 54 of the non-removable insert 18 is placed closer to the rear panel 34 than the front panel 20. The front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18 is positioned closer to the front panel 20 than the rear panel 34. The front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18 and the rear side 54 of the non-removable insert 18 are opposite sides. The rear side 54 includes a first corner 46a, a second corner 46b, and a third corner 46c and a first boundary 48a, a second boundary 48b, and a third boundary 48c. The first corner 46a, the second corner 46b, and the third corner 46c are rounded corners, respectively. The perimeter of the non-removable insert 18 is defined by a first boundary 48a extending from the first corner 46a to the second corner 46b, a second boundary 48b extending from the second corner 46b to the third corner 46c, and a third boundary 48c extending from the third corner 46c to the first corner 46a. The rear side 54 includes a raised portion 56. The raised portion 56 extends along a portion of the second boundary 48b, and the raised portion 56 is closer to the second corner 46b and the third corner 46c than the first corner 46a. The raised portion 56 includes a first sub-portion 58, a second sub-portion 60, and a third sub-portion 62. The second sub-portion 60 is positioned between the first sub-portion 58 and the third sub-portion 62. The second sub-portion 60 includes an indentation 64. Due to the indentation 64, the second sub-portion 60 is smaller than the first sub-portion 58 and the third sub-portion 62. When worn, the nipple of the wearer 16 can be positioned in the indentation 64 and / or above the second sub-portion 60. The thickness of the non-removable insert 18 is greatest at the raised portion 56 of the rear side 54. The thickness of the non-removable insert 18 is smallest near the first corner 46a of the rear side 54 of the non-removable insert 18.

[0031] refer to Figure 3C And continue to refer to Figure 1-3B A perspective front view of a non-removable insert 18 of a swimsuit 10 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 66 and includes a front side 44 .

[0032] refer to Figure 3D And continue to refer to Figure 1-3C A perspective rear view of non-removable insert 18 of swimsuit 10 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 68 and includes rear side 54 .

[0033] Continue to refer Figure 1-3DIn some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is a silicone-based insert that includes a front side 44 and a back side 54. In some embodiments, the front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18 is triangular and smooth across the entire front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18. In some embodiments, the first boundary 48a, the second boundary 48b, and the third boundary 48c define the triangular shape of the front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18, respectively. In some embodiments, the first boundary 48a, the second boundary 48b, and the third boundary 48c define the perimeter of the front side 44 of the non-removable insert 18, respectively. In some embodiments, the back side 54 is also triangular in shape and is defined by the first boundary 48a, the second boundary 48b, and the third boundary 48c, respectively, but includes a portion extending away from the back side and toward the wearer. In some embodiments, the first boundary 48a, the second boundary 48b, and the third boundary 48c define the perimeter of the back side 54 of the non-removable insert 18, respectively. In some embodiments, the rounded corners 46a, 46b, and 46c are sharp corners, respectively.

[0034] In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can be transparent, nude, or any other color. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 includes rounded edges and / or rounded shapes to mimic organs, human body shapes. In some embodiments, the first subsection 58 and the third subsection 62 are the same size and shape. In other embodiments, the first subsection 58 is different from the third subsection 62. In some embodiments, the first subsection 58 and the third subsection 62 have rounded edges. In some embodiments, the first subsection 58, the second subsection 60, and the third subsection 62 are integrally formed with the rest of the non-removable insert 18. In some embodiments, the first subsection 58, the second subsection 60, and the third subsection 62 are continuous. In other embodiments, the first subsection 58, the second subsection 60, and the third subsection 62 are non-continuous. In some embodiments, the indentation 64 in the second subsection 60 can be smaller or larger. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is made of a combination of at least one or more of the following: polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymers, and expandable microspheres. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is substantially made of silicone. In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is composed of polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymers, and expandable microspheres. In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is made of at least two of the following: polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymers, and expandable microspheres. In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is made essentially of silicone. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can have a transparent film surrounding the non-removable insert 18. In some embodiments, the transparent film extends through the non-removable insert 18.

[0035] In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can be a shape different from a triangle. For example, the different shapes can be, but are not limited to, an inverted triangle with rounded edges, a rectangle, a triangle on one side of the insert, a crescent, an oval, etc. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 in the first side 12 and the non-removable insert 18 on the second side 14 are the same. In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is shaped specifically for the left breast or the right breast. In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can be replaced with one of the other non-removable inserts discussed herein.

[0036] In one or more embodiments, the front panel 20 is shaped like a triangle with three sides. In one or more embodiments, the front panel 20 is triangular in shape, but quadrilateral. In some embodiments, the front panel 20 is a shape such as a crescent, a circle, etc.

[0037] In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 are pleated, pleated or pleated. In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 have the same material, color and / or fabric as the front panel 20. In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 have different materials, fabrics and / or colors from the front panel 20. In one or more embodiments, the same fabric is used to make one or more strips 22 and the front panel 20. In one or more embodiments, one or more strips 22 are completely removable. In one or more embodiments, one or more strips 22 can be removed from a portion of the swimsuit 10. In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 are removable at the coupling 40. In one or more embodiments, one or more strips 22 can be adjusted using an adjuster 38 so that the wearer 16 can make the length of the strip longer or shorter. In one or more embodiments, the length of one or more strips 22 is not adjustable and the adjuster 38 is not included. In some embodiments, no belt is included in the swimsuit 10. In other embodiments, multiple strips are included on the first side 12 and / or the second side 14. In other embodiments, one of the one or more straps 22 may extend from the first side 12 to the second side 14 of the wearer 16, or vice versa.

[0038] In one or more embodiments, the first edge 24a, the second edge 24b and the third edge 24c of the front panel 20 define the boundaries of the visible front panel 20. In one or more embodiments, one or more parts of the front panel 20 extend through the first edge 24a, the second edge 24b and the third edge 24c. However, one or more parts are not visible. In some embodiments, the first edge 24a, the second edge 24b and the third edge 24c are produced by binding, facing or similar sewing techniques. In some embodiments, instead of using a separate piece of fabric to complete the edge of the front panel 20, the front panel 20 is folded and hemmed to produce a completed edge. In some embodiments, a piece of fabric (such as a fabric strip 28, a belt 30 and / or one or more strips 22) is placed on the edge of the front panel 20 and is sewn. The seam allowance is the distance from the seam (e.g., seam 26) to the edge of the fabric piece. In some embodiments, the first edge 24a, the second edge 24b and / or the third edge 24c are the edges of the piece of fabric-because the edge of the piece of fabric marks the start of the visible front panel. In some embodiments, one or more straps 22 extend from the belt 30 along the first edge 24a over the shoulders and back of the wearer 16 and reconnect at the belt 30 via the coupling 40. In one or more embodiments, a separate piece of fabric follows the first edge 24a instead of the one or more straps 22. In some embodiments, the separate piece of fabric is coupled to the one or more straps 22, the belt 30, and the front panel 20.

[0039] In some embodiments, seam 26 may be a double stitched seam, which may provide a stronger seam than a single stitched seam. In some embodiments, seam 26 may be a single stitched seam. Seams similar to seam 26 may be used to couple belt 30 to front panel 20, fabric strip 28 to front panel, belt 30, and / or one or more straps 22, and / or one or more straps to front panel 20, belt 30, and / or fabric strip 28.

[0040] In some embodiments, fabric strip 28 is one or more strips 22. In some embodiments, fabric strip 28 is a folded and sewn portion of front panel 20. In some embodiments, fabric strip 28 is inserted into a portion of one or more strips 22 and sewn and / or inserted into a portion of belt 30 and sewn.

[0041] In some embodiments, the strap 30 is continuous. In some embodiments, the strap 30 is non-continuous. In some embodiments, the strap 30 includes an elastic. In one or more embodiments, the strap 30 is a single piece of fabric. In one or more embodiments, the strap 30 may have two parts that can be tied together to be adjustable and secure by the wearer 16. In some embodiments, the strap 30 includes a clasp. In some embodiments, the clasp is decorative and non-functional. In other embodiments, the clasp is functional and can be opened to separate the first side 12 from the second side 14. In other embodiments, the clasp is functional and can be opened to separate the second side 14 from the first side 12. In some embodiments, the clasp is colored gold. In some embodiments, the strap 30 includes any of the following: a sliding hook, a hook and eye closure, a clicker closure, etc. In some embodiments, the strap 30 extends continuously around the periphery of the wearer. The swimsuit may also include a strap size for the strap 30. The strap size of the swimsuit may vary. In some embodiments, a portion of the strap 30 may extend at least along the path of the third edge 36c and another portion of the strap 30 may be separated from the third edge 36c by the wearer 16 .

[0042] In some embodiments, the size of the back panel 34 is the same as the size of the front panel 20. In some embodiments, the back panel 34 has a different size from the front panel 20. In one or more embodiments, the back panel 34 is a different material or color from the front panel 20. In some embodiments, the back panel 34 and the front panel 20 are connected and made of a single piece of fabric. In some embodiments, one or more parts of the back panel 34 extend beyond the first edge 36a, the second edge 36 and the third edge 36c. However, one or more parts are not visible. In some embodiments, the first edge 36a, the second edge 36b and the third edge 36c are produced by binding, facing or similar sewing techniques. In some embodiments, instead of using a separate piece of fabric to complete the edge of the back panel 34, the back panel 34 is folded and hemmed to produce a finished edge. In some embodiments, a piece of fabric (e.g., fabric strip 28, belt 30 and / or one or more strips 22) is placed on the edge of the back panel 34 and sewn. The seam allowance is the distance from the seam (e.g., seam 26) to the edge of the fabric piece. In some embodiments, the first edge 36a, the second edge 36b, and / or the third edge 36c are the edges of the piece of fabric - because the edges of the piece of fabric mark the beginning of the visible back panel 34. In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 extend from the belt 30 along the first edge 36a over the shoulders and back of the wearer 16 and reconnect at the belt 30 via the connector 40. In one or more embodiments, a separate piece of fabric follows the first edge 36a instead of one or more strips 22. In some embodiments, the separate piece of fabric is connected to the one or more strips 22, the belt 30, and the back panel 34. In some embodiments, the seam 26 (such as Figure 2 Shown) is the sutured back side.

[0043] In some embodiments, the adjuster 38 allows the wearer 16 to adjust the length of one or more straps 22. In one or more embodiments, the adjuster 38 is omitted. In some embodiments, the adjuster 38 is a strap adjuster, a slide adjuster, a double loop adjuster, etc. In several embodiments, the adjuster 38 is made of metal, plastic, etc.

[0044] In one or more embodiments, the connector 40 is directly connected to the belt 30. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is attached to a piece of fabric that is connected to the belt 30. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is made of metal, plastic, etc. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is rigid or semi-rigid. In one or more embodiments, the connector 40 is a circular connector of a fixed circumference. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is connected to one or more strips 22. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is removable so that one or more strips 22 are removable. In some embodiments, the connector 40 is placed on each end of the one or more strips 22. In some embodiments, the one or more strips 22 are sewn and connected to the connector 40. In some embodiments, one or more strips 22 include a hook or similar device attached to the connector 40.

[0045] In operation, continue to refer to Figure 1-3D , the non-removable insert 18 is disposed between the front panel 20 and the back panel 34. Fabric strips 28 are placed around the second edges 24b and 36b, respectively. One or more strips 22 are positioned around the first edges 24a and 36a and positioned over a portion of the fabric strips 28. The belt 30 is placed along the third edges 24c and 36c. Then, using a double-stitched seam (including seam 26), the fabric strips 28 are sewn along the second edges 24b and 36b, the one or more strips 22 are sewn along the first edges 24a and 36a, and the belt is sewn along the third edges 24c and 36c, so that the first edges 24a and 36a, the second edges 24b and 36b, and the third edges 24c and 36c are respectively surrounded by the one or more strips 22, the fabric strips 28, and the belt 30, and an interior area for accommodating the non-removable insert 18 is formed.

[0046] In some embodiments, the formed inner zone allows the non-removable insert 18 to move relatively within the inner zone. In some embodiments, the inner zone may have an opening to remove the non-removable insert 18. In some embodiments, the inner zone has a hook and loop or a zipper to allow access to the non-removable insert 18. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 fills the entire width of the front panel 20 and / or the rear panel 34 and does not move along the width. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 fills the entire length of the front panel 20 and / or the rear panel 34 and does not move along the length. In some embodiments, the stitching around the front panel 20 and the rear panel 34 prevents the non-removable insert 18 from being removed. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can move, but only within the inner zone formed by the front panel 20 and the rear panel 34, and may not be removed from the inner zone. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 can be directly sewed to the front panel 20 and / or the rear panel 34. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 18 is coupled to the front panel 20 and / or the rear panel 34 by glue.

[0047] refer to Figure 4 In another embodiment, a swimsuit for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by the reference numeral 70 and includes Figure 1-3D 1 and 2. The swimsuit 70 includes several components of the swimsuit 10, which are given the same reference numerals. The swimsuit 70 includes a non-removable insert 18, a front panel 20, one or more straps 22, a fabric strip 28, and a belt 30. The one or more straps 22 are coupled to a fabric strip 72. The fabric strip 72 extends along the first edge 24a. The fabric strip 72 is coupled to at least one of the one or more straps 22 and the front panel 20 via stitching. The one or more straps 22 include two bands of pleats. The belt 30 includes a clasp 74.

[0048] In one or more embodiments, two of the one or more strips 22 are a different fabric than any one or more of the cloth strip 72, the belt 30, and the fabric strip 28. In one or more embodiments, the two strips are flat and have no wrinkles, folds, or the like.

[0049] In some embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 is similar to the fabric strip 28. In some embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 has the same material, fabric, color, etc. as the fabric strip 28. In some embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 is also coupled to the belt 30. In some embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 ends before the belt 30 and is not coupled to the belt 30. In some embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 is coupled to the front panel and / or one or more strips using a double stitched seam. In other embodiments, the strip of fabric 72 is coupled using a single stitched seam.

[0050] In one or more embodiments, the clasp 74 can be decorative. In some embodiments, the clasp 74 is functional and joins the two ends of the belt 30 together. In some embodiments, the clasp 74 is a sliding hook, a hook and eye closure, a snap closure, etc. In some embodiments, the clasp 74 can be positioned on the opposite side of the belt 30 so that it is close to the back of the wearer 16.

[0051] refer to Figure 5 In another embodiment, a swimsuit for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 76 and includes Figure 1-3D 1 and 2. The swimsuit 76 includes several components of swimsuit 10, which are given the same reference numerals. Swimsuit 76 includes non-removable insert 18, front panel 20, one or more straps 22, fabric strips 28, and belt 30. Swimsuit 76 includes bottom portion 78. Bottom portion 78 is coupled to front panel 20 below belt 30. Bottom portion 78 extends from third edge 24c around the bottom of wearer 16 to the back of wearer 16, such that the bottom portion forms a one-piece swimsuit.

[0052] In some embodiments, the strap 30 is removed. In some embodiments, the strap 30 extends only along the front width of the torso of the wearer 16. In one or more embodiments, the strap does not extend completely around the wearer 16.

[0053] In one or more embodiments, bottom portion 78 includes slits, holes, etc., so that swimsuit 76 is a one-piece bikini swimsuit. In one or more embodiments, bottom portion 78 terminates at or above the hip bones of wearer 16, so that a tankini is formed. In some embodiments, bottom portion 78 is constructed from multiple pieces of fabric sewn together. In some embodiments, one or more straps 22 are attached to bottom portion 78 at the back instead of being attached to belt 30. In one or more embodiments, bottom portion 78 includes a belt that completely wraps around the waist of wearer 16.

[0054] In operation and continue to refer to Figure 1-5 , the swimsuit (swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70 or swimsuit 76) is worn by a wearer 16 who is considered to have a small chest, typically an AA-B cup. The swimsuit (swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70 or swimsuit 76) is made to include two pieces of fabric (e.g., front panel 20 and back panel 34) that completely surround a non-removable insert (e.g., non-removable insert 18) via stitching. Non-removable insert 18 is designed to remain in place both in the swimsuit (swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70 or swimsuit 76) and on the wearer 16 wearing the swimsuit (swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70 or swimsuit 76). The contours of non-removable insert 18 conform to the breasts of the wearer 16 and provide a gentle lift of the breasts.

[0055] In some embodiments, non-removable insert 18 is placed so that second border 48b is below the breast and non-removable insert 18 is centered on the breast to provide gentle lift, rather than being pushed closer together, which allows non-removable insert 18 to conform to the contours of the breast.

[0056] In other embodiments, non-removable insert 18 is placed toward the outside of the breast, rather than centered on the breast. By placing non-removable insert 18 to the outside, a different form of breast lift is provided by the swimsuit (swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70, or swimsuit 76) that conforms to the contours of the breast. The breasts will be lifted and pushed closer together.

[0057] refer to Figure 6 , in an embodiment, a swimsuit for a small chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 80 and includes a first side 82 and a second side 84. The first side 82 is defined by being substantially located on the right side of a wearer 86, and includes a non-removable insert 88 (an indentation from the non-removable insert 88 may be visible, but the non-removable insert 88 is not shown), a front panel 90, a back panel 91, and one or more strips 92. The non-removable insert 88 is disposed behind the front panel 90 and in front of the back panel 91. The front panel 90 is defined by a first edge 94a and a second edge 94b. A first fabric strip 96 extends along the first edge 94a. One of the one or more strips 22 is coupled to the first fabric strip 96 via stitching. The first fabric strip 96 is coupled to the front panel 90 via stitching along the first edge 94a, and is coupled to the back panel 91 via stitching (not shown). The second fabric strip 98 extends along at least a portion of the second edge 94b. The second fabric strip 98 is coupled to the front panel 90 via stitching along at least a portion of the second edge 94b, and to the back panel via stitching (not shown). A band 100 is coupled to the second fabric strip 98. The second side 84 is on the proper left side of the wearer 86. The second side 84 is a mirror image of the first side 82, and includes similar components as described herein for the first side 82. The band 100 is the same for the first side 82 as for the second side 84, as the band 100 couples the first side 82 to the second side 84.

[0058] In some embodiments, the first side 82 is different from the second side 84. For example, the first side 82 may include one or more straps 92, while the second side 84 may not include a strap. In some embodiments, the first side 82 extends from the middle of the sternum to the middle of the spine on the right side of the wearer 86. In other embodiments, the first side 82 extends from the middle of the sternum to the armpit of the wearer 86, which is located on the right side of the wearer 86. In some embodiments, the second side 84 extends from the middle of the sternum to the middle of the spine on the left side of the wearer 86. In other embodiments, the second side 84 extends from the middle of the sternum to the armpit on the left side of the wearer 86. In some embodiments, the first side 82 is connected to the second side 84 by a clasp, a buckle, a tie, a piece of fabric (such as belt 100), etc.

[0059] refer to Fig. 7A And continue to refer to Figure 6, a front view of a non-removable insert 88 of a swimsuit 80 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 102 and includes a front side 104. The front side 104 includes a first corner 106a and a second corner 106b. The second corner 106b is opposite the first corner 106a. The front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 includes a first boundary 108a and a second boundary 108b. The perimeter of the non-removable insert 88 is defined by the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b, the first boundary 108a extending from the first corner 106a to the second corner 106b, and the second boundary 108b extending from the second corner 106b to the first corner 106a. When worn by the wearer 86 on the first side 82 of the swimsuit 80, the first boundary 108a is placed above the nipple of the breast, and the second boundary 108b is placed below the nipple of the breast, so that the nipple of the breast is placed between the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b. When worn by the wearer 86 on the first side 82 of the swimsuit 80, the first corner 106a is positioned toward the outside of the breast and the first corner 106a is farther from the other breast of the wearer 86 than the second corner 106b, and the second corner 106b is positioned opposite the first corner 106a. When worn by the wearer 86 on the second side 84 of the swimsuit 80, the first boundary 108a is placed above the nipple of the breast and the second boundary 108b is placed below the nipple of the breast so that the nipple of the breast is placed between the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b. When worn by the wearer 86 on the second side 84 of the swimsuit 80, the second corner 106b is positioned toward the outside of the breast and the second corner 106b is farther from the other breast of the wearer 86 than the first corner 106a, and the first corner 106a is positioned opposite the second corner 106b. The front side 104 includes a top bulge 110, which represents the peak of the non-removable insert 88. The top protrusion 110 is positioned between the first corner 106a and the second corner 106b and disposed between the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b. The top protrusion 110 is a portion of the non-removable insert 88 that is raised higher than the rest of the non-removable insert 88.

[0060] refer to Figure 7B And continue to refer to Figure 6-7A, a rear view of a non-removable insert 88 of a swimsuit 80 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 112 and includes a rear side 114. When placed in the swimsuit 80, the rear side 114 of the non-removable insert 88 is closer to the wearer 86 than the front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88. The rear side 114 of the non-removable insert 88 is placed farther away from the front panel 90 and closer to the back panel 91. The front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 is positioned closer to the front panel 90 than the back panel 91. The front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 and the rear side 114 of the non-removable insert 88 are opposite sides. The rear side 114 includes a first corner 106a and a second corner 106b, and a first boundary 108a and a second boundary 108b. The perimeter of the non-removable insert 88 is defined by a first boundary 108a extending from the first corner 106a to the second corner 106b and a second boundary 108b extending from the second corner 106b to the first corner 106a. The rear side 114 includes a raised portion 116. The raised portion 116 is positioned between the first corner 106a and the second corner 106b. The raised portion 116 is a triangular shape with rounded corners. The raised portion 116 includes a first side 118a, a second side 118b, and a third side 118c. The first side 118a of the raised portion 116 is closer to the first boundary 108a than the second boundary 108b. The first side 118a follows a route along the first boundary 108a. The lengths of the second side 118b and the third side 118c are equal. The second side 118b is at least partially positioned between the first corner 106a and the second boundary 108b. The third side 118c is at least partially positioned between the second corner 106b and the second boundary 108b. The first side 118, the second side 118b, and the third side 118c define the raised portion 116. The first side 118, the second side 118b, and the third side 118c are associated with an indentation on each of the first side 118, the second side 118b, and the third side 118c and / or a portion of the non-removable insert 88, the thickness of which is less than the thickness of the area surrounding the first side 118a, the second side 118b, and the third side 118c, respectively. The second side 118b and the third side 118c are inclined and have varying thicknesses. The portion of the non-removable insert 88 having the greatest thickness is positioned in the raised portion 116 and corresponds to the top protrusion 110 on the front side 104. When worn, the nipple of the wearer 86 can be positioned along the raised portion 116. The non-removable insert 88 conforms to the breast contour of the wearer 86 and prevents a gap from forming between the swimsuit 80 and the breast of the wearer 86.

[0061] refer to Figure 7C And continue to refer to Figure 6-7B , a perspective front view of a non-removable insert 88 of a swimsuit 80 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 119 and includes a front side 104 .

[0062] refer to Fig.7D And continue to refer to Figure 6-7C A perspective rear view of the non-removable insert 88 of the swimsuit 80 for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 120 and includes a rear side 114 .

[0063] Continue to refer Figure 6-7D In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is a silicone-based insert that includes a front side 104 and a back side 114 opposite the front side 104. In some embodiments, the front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 is triangular and smooth across the entire front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 (e.g., the non-removable insert 18 described above). In some embodiments, the first corner 106a and the second corner 106b are sharp corners. In other embodiments, the first corner 106a and the second corner 106b are rounded corners.

[0064] Non-removable insert 88 may be sewn into swimsuit 80, such as Figure 6 In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is not sewn at an angle, but rather the non-removable insert is sewn in a straight line along the width of the torso.

[0065] In some embodiments, the raised portion 116 is shaped as an inverted triangle with rounded edges. In one or more embodiments, the raised portion 116 may include a first sub-portion and a second sub-portion. In some embodiments, the first sub-portion and the second sub-portion are mirror images of each other. In other embodiments, the first sub-portion and the second sub-portion are different. In some embodiments, the raised portion 116 may include a pit or indentation in the middle of the sub-portion connecting the first sub-portion and the second sub-portion. In some embodiments, the pit may be the indentation 64 described herein.

[0066] In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 can be transparent, nude, or any other color. In some embodiments, the raised portion 116 is integrally formed with the rest of the non-removable insert 88. In some embodiments, the raised portion 116 is crescent-shaped, circular, etc. In some embodiments, the raised portion 116 has a varying thickness. In some embodiments, the center of the raised portion 116 has the greatest thickness. In other embodiments, the thickness of the raised portion 116 is greatest along the second boundary 108b. In some embodiments, the first side 118a of the raised portion has the same level of thickness along the length of the first side 118. In some embodiments, the first side 118a is the thinnest portion of the non-removable insert 88. In some embodiments, the portion along the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b has a different thickness than the raised portion 116. In other embodiments, a sub-portion of the raised portion 116 has the same thickness as the portion along the first boundary 108a and the second boundary 108b. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is made of a combination of at least one or more of the following: polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymer, and expandable microspheres. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is made substantially of silicone. In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is composed of polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymer, and expandable microspheres. In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is composed of at least two of the following: polydimethylsiloxane, vinyl silicone oil, anionic polymer, and expandable microspheres. In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is made substantially of silicone.

[0067] In one or more embodiments, the front panel 90 and the back panel 91 are continuous fabric pieces. In some embodiments, the front panel 90 has a different type of material and / or color than the first fabric strip 96 and / or the second fabric strip 98. In some embodiments, the front panel 90 is replaced with the front panel 20 described herein. In one or more embodiments, the front panel 90 is shaped like a crescent with two edges and two points. In some embodiments, the front panel 90 is a shape such as an oval, a circle, a triangle, etc.

[0068] In some embodiments, the back panel 91 is the back panel 34 described herein. In some embodiments, the back panel 91 has a different material and / or color than the front panel 90, the first fabric strip 96, and / or the second fabric strip 98. In some embodiments, the back panel 91 has the same size and shape as the front panel 90. In some embodiments, a cross-section of the swimsuit 80 taken along the mid-clavicular line will show the front panel 90, the non-removable insert 88, and the back panel 91 stacked on top of each other. In one or more embodiments, a cross-section of the swimsuit 80 taken near the front axillary line of the wearer 86 will show the front panel 90 stacked on top of the back panel 91 because the non-removable insert 88 is smaller than the front panel 90 and the back panel 91.

[0069] In one or more embodiments, one or more strips 92 are coupled to the front panel 90. In one or more embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 is at least partially replaced by one or more strips 92. In one or more embodiments, the one or more strips 92 extend along the first edge 94a. In one or more embodiments, the one or more strips 92 are one or more strips 22 described herein.

[0070] In one or more embodiments, the first edge 94a and the second edge 94b are adjacent to each other. In one or more embodiments, there is a third edge extending between the first edge 94a and the second edge 94b. In some embodiments, the first edge 94a and the second edge 94b represent visible edges of the front panel. In other embodiments, the first edge 94a is the edge of the first fabric strip 96 extending on the front panel 90. In some embodiments, the second edge 94b is the edge of the second fabric strip 98 extending on the front panel 90. In some embodiments, the first edge 94a has a different curvature than the second edge 94b.

[0071] In one or more embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 has a varying diameter along the length of the first fabric strip 96. In one or more embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 has a varying diameter along the length of the second fabric strip 98. In other embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 has a constant diameter along the length of the first fabric strip 96. In one or more embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 has a constant diameter along the length of the second fabric strip 98. In some embodiments, the same stitching that couples the first fabric strip 96 to the front panel 90 also couples the back panel 92 to the first fabric strip 96. In some embodiments, the same stitching that couples the second fabric strip 98 to the front panel 90 also couples the back panel 92 to the second fabric strip 98. In one or more embodiments, one or more portions of the front panel 90 extend past the first edge 94a and the second edge 94b. However, the one or more portions are not visible because the one or more portions are sewn below the first fabric strip 96 and / or the second fabric strip 98. In some embodiments, the first edge 94a and the second edge 94b are produced by binding, facing or similar sewing techniques. In some embodiments, instead of using a separate piece of fabric to complete the edge of the front panel 90, the front panel 90 is folded and hemmed to produce a finished edge. Therefore, in some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 and / or the second fabric strip 98 are not separate fabric pieces from the front panel 90, but are part of the front panel 90. In some embodiments, a piece of fabric (such as the first fabric strip 96, the second fabric strip 98, the belt 100 and / or one or more strips 92) is placed on the first edge 94a and / or the second edge 94b of the front panel 90 and is sewn. The seam allowance is the distance from the seam to the edge of the fabric piece. In some embodiments, the first edge 94a and / or the second edge 94b is the edge of the piece of fabric-because the edge of the piece of fabric marks the beginning of the visible front panel 90. In some embodiments, one or more straps 92 extend from the belt 100 along the first edge 94a over the shoulders and back of the wearer 86 and reconnect at the belt 100 via a coupling. In other embodiments, one or more straps 92 extend from the first fabric strip 96 over the shoulders and back of the wearer 86 and reconnect at the belt 100 via a coupling. In some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 is inserted into a portion of the one or more straps 92 and sewn and / or inserted into a portion of the belt 100 and sewn. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 includes an underwire. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is a folded and sewn portion of the front panel 90. The second fabric strip 98 extends along the second edge 94b. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is sewn to the belt 100. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 extends along a portion of the first fabric strip 96 past the second edge 94b.In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 extends past the second edge 94b along two opposing portions of the first fabric strip 96. In one or more embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is a portion of the first fabric strip 96 or a portion of the belt 100. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is shaped to form a semicircle.

[0072] In one or more embodiments, the strap 100 is coupled to at least one of the one or more straps 92 via stitching. In some embodiments, the strap 100 extends at least along the front width of the torso of the wearer 86. The strap 100 can be continuous. In some embodiments, the strap 100 is non-continuous. In one or more embodiments, the strap 100 extends from the second edge 94b on the first side 82 to the second edge on the second side 84. In some embodiments, the strap 100 includes a portion connecting the second edge 94b to the second edge on the second side along the front torso of the wearer 86.

[0073] In operation, continue to refer to Figure 6-7D , the non-removable insert 88 is disposed between the front panel 90 and the back panel. A first fabric strip 96 is placed around a first edge 94a of the front panel 90. One or more strips 92 are coupled to the first fabric strip 96 via sewing. A second fabric strip 98 is placed around a second edge 94b of the front panel 90. Then, the first fabric strip 96 is sewn along the first edge 94a, and the second fabric strip 98 is sewn along the second edge 94b. The perimeter of the front panel 90 is sewn together with the back panel 91, which surrounds the non-removable insert 88. The belt 100 is coupled to the second fabric strip 98 via sewing.

[0074] In some embodiments, the perimeter of the front panel 90 and the back panel 91 is sewn to produce an inner zone, which allows the non-removable insert 88 to move relatively within the inner zone. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 fills the entire width of the front panel 90 and / or the back panel and does not move along the width. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 fills the entire length of the front panel 90 and / or the back panel 91 and does not move along the length. In some embodiments, the sewing around the front panel 90 and the back panel 91 prevents the non-removable insert 88 from being removed. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 can move, but only in the inner zone formed by the front panel 90 and the back panel 91, and can not be removed from the inner zone. In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 can be directly sewn to the front panel 90 and / or the back panel 91. The non-removable insert 88 can be machine washable. The non-removable insert 88 can be machine washed without being removed from the swimsuit 80. The swimsuit 80 can be suitable for water activities, such as swimming and sunbathing.

[0075] refer to Figure 8 In another embodiment, a swimsuit for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 122 and includes Figure 6-7D 1 and 1 . The swimsuit 122 includes several components of the swimsuit 80, which are given the same reference numerals. The swimsuit 122 includes a non-removable insert 88, a front panel 90, one or more strips 92, a first fabric strip 96, a second fabric strip 98, and a belt 100. In one embodiment, the front panel 90 includes a first edge 94a, a second edge 94b, and a third edge 94c. The first fabric strip 96 extends along the first edge 94a, and the second fabric strip 98 extends along the second edge 94b. Each edge (first edge 94a, second edge 94b, and third edge 94c) includes a stitch around the perimeter of the front panel 90. The stitching encloses the non-removable insert 88. The one or more strips 92 include two strips of pleats. The belt 100 includes a clasp 124.

[0076] In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is one of the other non-removable inserts described herein.

[0077] In one or more embodiments, the front panel 90 includes three sides defined by three edges, namely a first edge 94a, a second edge 94b, and a third edge 94c. In one or more embodiments, the front panel 90 includes two sides defined by two edges, namely a first edge 94a and a second edge 94b. In some embodiments, the second edge 94b includes a steel ring. In one or more embodiments, the second edge 94b is shaped as a partial semicircle. In some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 extends along the first edge 94a and the third edge 94c. In some embodiments, the third fabric strip extends along the third edge 94c. In one or more embodiments, the third fabric strip is connected to the third edge 94c via sewing. In one or more embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is part of the belt 100, the front panel 90, or the first fabric strip 96. In some embodiments, the first edge 94a, the second edge 94b, and the third edge 94c represent the cut edges of the fabric of the front panel 90. In other embodiments, the first edge 94a, the second edge 94b, and the third edge 94c represent the edges of the fabric closest to the seam. For example, the first edge 94a can be an edge of the first fabric strip 96. In one or more embodiments, the first edge 94a, the second edge 94b, and the third edge 94c are created by folding and hemming the front panel 90.

[0078] In one or more embodiments, two of the one or more strips 92 are a different fabric than one or more of the first fabric strip 96, the strip 100, and the second fabric strip 98. In one or more embodiments, the two strips are flat and have no wrinkles, folds, or the like.

[0079] In some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 and / or the second fabric strip 98 are of the same material, fabric, color, etc. as the front panel 90 and / or the one or more strips 92. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is also coupled to the belt 100. In some embodiments, the second fabric strip 98 is part of the belt 100. In some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 terminates before the belt 100 and is not coupled to the belt 100. In other embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 extends along the third edge 94c and is connected to the belt 100. In some embodiments, the first fabric strip 96 and / or the second fabric strip 98 are coupled to the front panel 90 and / or the one or more strips 92 using a double stitched seam. In other embodiments, a single stitched seam is used.

[0080] In one or more embodiments, the clasp 124 can be decorative. In some embodiments, the clasp 124 is functional and joins the two ends of the belt 100 together. In some embodiments, the clasp 124 is a sliding hook, a hook and eye closure, a snap closure, etc. In some embodiments, the clasp 124 can be positioned on the opposite end of the belt 100 so that it is close to the back of the wearer 86.

[0081] refer to Fig. 9 In yet another embodiment, a swimsuit for a small-chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 126 and includes Figure 6-7D Several components of the swimsuit 10 and Figure 8 126 includes several parts of a swimsuit 122, which are given the same reference numerals. Swimsuit 126 includes a non-removable insert 88, a front panel 90 and one or more strips 92, a first fabric strip 96. In one embodiment, the front panel 90 includes a first edge 94a, a second edge 94b and a third edge 94c. The first fabric strip 96 extends along the first edge 94a. Each edge (first edge 94a, second edge 94b and third edge 94c) includes a stitch around the periphery of the front panel 90. The stitching encloses the non-removable insert 88. Swimsuit 126 includes a bottom 128. A bottom portion 128 is coupled to the front panel 90 along the second edge 94b. The bottom portion 128 extends from the second edge 94b around the bottom of the wearer 86 to the back of the wearer 86, so that the bottom portion forms a one-piece swimsuit. The bottom 128 may include a belt 130.

[0082] In some embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is one of the other non-removable inserts described herein.

[0083] In some embodiments, the belt 100 is coupled to the front panel 90 along the second edge 94b. In some embodiments, the belt 100 is omitted. In some embodiments, the belt 100 extends only along the front width of the torso of the wearer 86. In one or more embodiments, the belt does not extend completely around the wearer 86.

[0084] In one or more embodiments, bottom portion 128 includes slits, holes, etc., so that swimsuit 126 is a one-piece bikini swimsuit. In some embodiments, bottom portion 128 is constructed of multiple pieces of fabric sewn together. In some embodiments, multiple pieces of fabric are sewn together along the length of the torso of the wearer 86. In some embodiments, one or more straps 92 are attached to bottom portion 128 at the back instead of being attached to belt 100. In one or more embodiments, bottom portion 128 includes a drawstring 130 that completely wraps around the waist of the wearer 86. In some embodiments, bottom portion 128 includes loops to hold belt 130 in place.

[0085] In operation and continue to refer to Figure 6-9 , the swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122 or swimsuit 126) is worn by a wearer 86 who is considered to have a small chest, typically an AA-B cup. The swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122 or swimsuit 126) is made to include two pieces of fabric (e.g., front panel 90 and back panel 91) that are stitched to completely surround a non-removable insert (e.g., non-removable insert 88) on a first side 82 and a second side 84 of the swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122 or swimsuit 126), respectively. Non-removable insert 88 is designed to remain in place both in the swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122 or swimsuit 126) and on the wearer 86 wearing the swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122 or swimsuit 126). Non-removable insert 88 fits the breasts of the wearer 86 and provides a gentle lift of the breasts.

[0086] In some embodiments, non-removable insert 88 is placed toward the outside of the breast, rather than being centered on the breast of wearer 86. By placing non-removable insert 88 to the outside, a different form of lift of the breast is provided by the swimsuit (swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122, or swimsuit 126) that conforms to the contours of the breast. The breasts will be lifted and pushed closer together.

[0087] In other embodiments, the non-removable insert 88 is placed so that the second border 108b is below the breast and the non-removable insert 18 is centered on the breast to provide gentle lift, rather than being pushed closer together, which allows the non-removable insert 18 to conform to the contours of the breast.

[0088] refer to Fig. 10A, a front view of a non-removable insert 134 for a small chested wearer is generally indicated by reference numeral 132 and includes a front side 136. The front side 136 includes a first corner 138a and a second corner 138b. The second corner 138b is opposite the first corner 138a. The front side 136 of the non-removable insert 134 includes a top edge 140a and a bottom edge 140b. The perimeter of the non-removable insert 134 is defined by a top edge 140a extending from the first corner 138a to the second corner 138b and a bottom edge 140b extending from the second corner 138b to the first corner 138a. When worn by a wearer, the top edge 140a is placed above the nipple of the breast and the bottom edge 140b is placed below the nipple of the breast so that the nipple of the breast is placed between the top edge 140a and the bottom edge 140b. When worn on the right breast (right front), the first angle 138a is positioned toward the outside of the breast, and the first angle 138a is farther from the left breast of the wearer than the second angle 138b positioned opposite to the first angle 138a. When worn on the left breast (left front), the second angle 138b is positioned toward the outside of the breast, and the second angle 138b is farther from the right breast of the wearer than the first angle 138a positioned opposite to the second angle 138b. The front side 136 includes a top convexity 142, which represents the peak of the non-removable insert 134. The top convexity 142 is positioned between the first angle 138a and the second angle 138b, and is disposed between the top edge 140a and the bottom edge 140b. The top convexity 142 is a portion of the non-removable insert 134 that is raised higher than the rest of the non-removable insert 134.

[0089] refer to Fig. 10B And continue to refer to Fig. 10A , a rear view of the non-removable insert 134 is generally indicated by reference numeral 144 and includes a rear side 146. The front side 136 of the non-removable insert 134 and the rear side 146 of the non-removable insert 134 are opposite sides. The rear side 146 includes a first corner 138a and a second corner 138b, and a top edge 140a and a bottom edge 140b. The perimeter of the non-removable insert 134 is defined by the top edge 140a and the bottom edge 140b, the top edge 140a extending from the first corner 138a to the second corner 138b, and the bottom edge 140b extending from the second corner 138b to the first corner 138a. The rear side 146 includes a raised portion 148 and a lower portion 150. The lower portion 150 is adjacent to the raised portion 148. The raised portion 148 has a greater thickness than the lower portion 150. The raised portion 148 is located between the first corner 138a and the second corner 138b, and is closer to the bottom edge 140b than to the top edge 140a.

[0090] The back side 146 of the non-removable insert 134 is positioned farther from the front panel 90 and closer to the back panel (e.g., back panel 34 or back panel 91 described herein). The front side 104 of the non-removable insert 88 is positioned closer to the front panel (e.g., front panel 20 or front panel 90) than the back panel (e.g., back panel 34 or back panel 91 described herein). When placed in a swimsuit (e.g., swimsuit 10, swimsuit 70, swimsuit 76, swimsuit 80, swimsuit 122, swimsuit 126), the back side 146 of the non-removable insert 134 is closest to the wearer, such as wearer 16 or wearer 86. The front side 136 of the non-removable insert 134 is farther from the wearer 16 or wearer 86 than the back side 146 of the non-removable insert 134.

[0091] In some embodiments, the transparent film surrounds the non-removable insert 134. In some embodiments, the transparent film extends around the top edge 140a and the bottom edge 140b.

[0092] In one or more embodiments, the lower portion 150 is concave and the raised portion 148 is convex. In one or more embodiments, the lower portion 150 does not change thickness. In some embodiments, the raised portion 148 changes thickness along the length of the raised portion 148. In one or more embodiments, the raised portion 148 includes the portion of the non-removable insert 134 with the greatest amount of thickness. In some embodiments, the lower portion 150 includes the portion of the non-removable insert 134 with the least amount of thickness. In some embodiments, the lower portion 150 surrounds the raised portion 148. In other embodiments, the raised portion extends from the bottom edge 140b. In one or more embodiments, the raised portion 148 corresponds to the top protrusion 142. In other embodiments, the top protrusion 142 is positioned higher than the raised portion 148. In some embodiments, the raised portion 148 is the portion of the non-removable insert 134 with the greatest thickness.

[0093] In some embodiments, the wearer's nipple is placed and centered over raised portion 148 so as to be gently lifted rather than pushed closer together, which allows non-removable insert 134 to conform to the contours of the breast. In some embodiments, raised portion 148 may include a dimple or indentation in the middle of the raised portion. In some embodiments, the dimple may be indentation 64 as described herein.

[0094] The present disclosure introduces a swimsuit for a wearer with small breasts, the swimsuit generally comprising: a first portion, which is configured to be positioned on a first breast of a wearer with small breasts, the first portion comprising: a first front panel; a first non-removable insert, the first non-removable insert being disposed behind the first front panel; a first back panel, which is disposed behind the front panel and the first non-removable insert, wherein the first back panel is configured to contact the skin of the first breast; wherein the periphery of the first back panel is aligned with the periphery of the first front panel; wherein the entire periphery of the first front panel and the entire periphery of the first back panel are sewn together to form a first interior zone; wherein the first non-removable insert is disposed within the first interior zone, such that: the first non-removable insert is surrounded by a seam between the entire periphery of the first front panel and the entire periphery of the first back panel; and the first non-removable insert is permanently disposed within the first interior zone; and wherein the first non-removable insert comprises silicone; and a second portion configured to be positioned above a second breast of a small-chested wearer, the second portion comprising: a second front panel; a second non-removable insert disposed behind the second front panel; a second back panel disposed behind the second front panel and the second non-removable insert, wherein the second back panel is configured to contact the skin of the second breast; wherein a periphery of the second back panel is aligned with a periphery of the second front panel; wherein the entire periphery of the second front panel and the entire periphery of the second back panel are sewn together so as to form a second interior zone; wherein the second non-removable insert is disposed within the second interior zone so that: the second non-removable insert is surrounded by a seam between the entire periphery of the second front panel and the entire periphery of the second back panel; and the second non-removable insert is permanently disposed within the second interior zone; and wherein the second non-removable insert comprises silicone; and a band coupling the first portion to the second portion. In one or more embodiments, the first non-removable insert includes a front side and an opposite rear side; the front side includes a continuous and smooth surface; the rear side includes a raised portion, the raised portion includes a thickness greater than any other thickness of the rear side of the first non-removable insert; and the raised portion includes: a first raised sub-portion; a second raised sub-portion; and a third raised sub-portion, the second raised sub-portion being disposed between the first raised sub-portion and the third raised sub-portion; the second raised sub-portion includes an indentation; the indentation is configured to fit at least a portion of the nipple of the first breast of the small-chested wearer; and due to the indentation, the second raised sub-portion defines a diameter that is smaller than the diameter of the first raised sub-portion or the diameter of the third raised sub-portion.In one or more embodiments, the first non-removable insert includes a front side and an opposite rear side; the front side includes a continuous and smooth surface; the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion; and the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; the first thickness of the raised portion of the rear side of the first non-removable insert is greater than the second thickness of the lower portion of the rear side of the first non-removable insert. In one or more embodiments, the first non-removable insert is allowed to move within the first interior zone and relative to the seam between the entire periphery of the first front panel and the entire periphery of the first rear panel. In one or more embodiments, the second non-removable insert is allowed to move within the second interior zone and relative to the seam between the entire periphery of the second front panel and the entire periphery of the second rear panel. In one or more embodiments, the first portion further includes: a first fabric strip, which is connected to the first front panel and the first rear panel via a first seam; and a second fabric strip, which is connected to the first front panel and the first rear panel via a second seam;.

[0095] The first edge of the first strip defines a first boundary of the first front panel; the first edge of the second strip defines a second boundary of the first front panel; the first front panel and the first back panel are aligned with each other so that: the first seam connects a portion of the first front panel to a portion of the first back panel; and the second seam connects another portion of the first front panel to another portion of the first back panel; the first seam and the second seam at least partially define an interior zone between the first front panel and the first back panel; and the first non-removable insert is configured to support the first breast when the swimsuit is worn by the small-chested wearer and the first portion is positioned above the first breast. In one or more embodiments, the first portion further includes: a third fabric strip connected to the first front panel and the first back panel via a third seam; the first edge of the third strip defines a third boundary of the first front panel; and the first seam, the second seam, and the third seam define the entire perimeter of the interior zone between the first front panel and the first back panel. In one or more embodiments, the first non-removable insert includes a front side and an opposite rear side; the front side includes a continuous and smooth surface; the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion; the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; and the lower portion surrounds the raised portion. In one or more embodiments, a first boundary extends from a first fillet to a second fillet; a second boundary extends from the second fillet to a third fillet; a third boundary extends from the third fillet to the first fillet; and the first boundary, the second boundary, and the third boundary define a perimeter of the raised portion. In one or more embodiments, a first boundary extends from a first fillet to a second fillet; a second boundary extends from the second fillet to the first fillet; and the first boundary and the second boundary define a perimeter of the raised portion.

[0096] The present disclosure introduces a swimsuit for a wearer with a small chest, the swimsuit generally comprising: a first portion, which is configured to be positioned on a first breast of the wearer with a small chest, the first portion comprising: a front panel; an insert, the insert being disposed behind the front panel; a back panel, the back panel being disposed behind the front panel and the insert, wherein the back panel is configured to contact the skin of the first breast; a first fabric strip, the first fabric strip being coupled to the front panel and the back panel via a first stitch; and a second fabric strip, the second fabric strip being coupled to the front panel and the back panel via a second stitch; wherein a first edge of the first strip defines a first boundary of the front panel; wherein a first edge of the second strip defines a second edge of the front panel the first portion being configured to support the first breast when the swimsuit is worn by the wearer with a small chest and the first portion being positioned above the first breast; and a second portion of the swimsuit configured to be positioned on a second breast of the wearer with a small chest; and a strap connecting the first portion to the second portion. In one or more embodiments, the insert comprises a front side and an opposite back side; the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; the back side comprises a raised portion, the raised portion comprises a thickness greater than any other thickness of the back side of the insert; and the raised portion comprises: a first raised sub-portion; a second raised sub-portion; and a third raised sub-portion, the second raised sub-portion being disposed between the first raised sub-portion and the third raised sub-portion; the second raised sub-portion comprises an indentation; the indentation is configured to fit at least a portion of the nipple of the first breast of the small-chested wearer; and due to the indentation, the second raised sub-portion defines a diameter, the diameter being less than the diameter of the first raised sub-portion or the diameter of the third raised sub-portion. In one or more embodiments, the insert comprises a front side and an opposite back side; the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; the back side comprises a raised portion and a lower portion; and the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; the first thickness of the raised portion of the back side of the insert is greater than the second thickness of the lower portion of the back side of the insert. In one or more embodiments, the first seam and the second seam define the entire perimeter of the interior zone between the front panel and the back panel; and the insert is surrounded by the first seam and the second seam such that the insert is non-removable.In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert is allowed to move within the interior zone and relative to the first and second stitches. In one or more embodiments, the first portion further comprises: a third fabric strip connected to the front and rear panels via a third stitch; the first stitch, the second stitch, and the third stitch define the entire perimeter of the interior zone between the front and rear panels; the insert is disposed within the interior zone such that: the insert is non-removable. In one or more embodiments, the non-removable insert is allowed to move within the interior zone and relative to the first and second stitches. In one or more embodiments, the insert comprises a front side and an opposing rear side; the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; the rear side comprises a raised portion and a lower portion; the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; and the lower portion surrounds the perimeter of the raised portion. In one or more embodiments, the first boundary extends from the first fillet to the second fillet; the second boundary extends from the second fillet to the third fillet; the third boundary extends from the third fillet to the first fillet; and the first boundary, the second boundary, and the third boundary define the perimeter of the raised portion. In one or more embodiments, a first boundary extends from a first rounded corner to a second rounded corner; a second boundary extends from the second rounded corner to the first rounded corner; and the first boundary and the second boundary define a perimeter of the raised portion.

[0097] It will be appreciated that variations may be made in the foregoing without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0098] In several embodiments, the elements and teachings of the various illustrative embodiments may be combined in whole or in part in some or all of the illustrative embodiments. In addition, one or more of the elements and teachings of the various illustrative embodiments may be at least partially omitted, or at least partially combined with one or more of the other elements and teachings of the various illustrative embodiments.

[0099] Any spatial references, such as "up", "down", "above", "below", "between", "bottom", "vertical", "horizontal", "angled", "up", "down", "side to side", "left to right", "left", "right", "right to left", "top to bottom", "bottom to top", "top", "bottom", "bottom up", "top down", etc. are for illustrative purposes only and do not limit the specific orientation or position of the above structures.

[0100] In several embodiments, although different steps, processes and programs are described as being expressed as different actions, one or more steps, one or more processes or one or more programs may also be performed simultaneously or sequentially in different orders. In several embodiments, steps, processes or programs may be combined into one or more steps, processes or programs. In several embodiments, one or more operating steps in each embodiment may be omitted. In addition, in some cases, some features of the present disclosure may be adopted without correspondingly using other features.

[0101] Although several embodiments have been disclosed in detail above, the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary and not restrictive, and those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that numerous other modifications, changes, and substitutions may be made in the embodiments without materially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the present disclosure. Therefore, all such modifications, changes, and substitutions are intended to be included within the scope of the present disclosure as defined in the following claims. In the claims, means-plus-function clauses are intended to cover structures described herein as performing the described functions, and not only structural equivalents, but also equivalent structures. Furthermore, it is the express intention of the applicant not to invoke 35 USC § 112 (f) for any limitation of any claim herein, except for those in which the claims expressly use the word "means" and associated functions.

Claims

1. A swimsuit for a small-chested wearer, the swimsuit comprising: a first portion configured to be positioned over a first breast of the small-chested wearer, the first portion comprising: First front sheet; a first non-removable insert disposed behind the first front panel; a first rear panel disposed behind the front panel and the first non-removable insert, wherein the first rear panel is configured to contact the skin of the first breast; wherein the periphery of the first rear panel is aligned with the periphery of the first front panel; wherein the entire periphery of the first front panel and the entire periphery of the first rear panel are sewn together to form a first inner area; Wherein, the first non-removable insert is disposed within the first interior region such that: The first non-removable insert is surrounded by a seam between an entire perimeter of the first front panel and an entire perimeter of the first back panel; and the first non-removable insert being permanently disposed within the first interior region; and wherein said first non-removable insert comprises silicone; a second portion configured to be positioned over a second breast of the small-chested wearer, the second portion comprising: The second front sheet; a second non-removable insert disposed behind the second front panel; a second rear panel disposed behind the second front panel and the second non-removable insert, wherein the second rear panel is configured to contact the skin of the second breast; wherein a perimeter of the second rear panel is aligned with a perimeter of the second front panel; wherein the entire periphery of the second front panel and the entire periphery of the second back panel are sewn together so as to form a second inner area; wherein the second non-removable insert is disposed within the second interior region such that: said second non-removable insert being surrounded by said seam between an entire perimeter of said second front panel and an entire perimeter of said second back panel; and the second non-removable insert being permanently disposed within the second interior region; and wherein said second non-removable insert comprises silicone; and A strap couples the first portion to the second portion.

2. The swimsuit according to claim 1, wherein said first non-removable insert comprises a front side and an opposing rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion, wherein the raised portion includes a thickness greater than any other thickness of the rear side of the first non-removable insert; and The raised portion comprises: a first raised sub-portion; a second raised sub-portion; and The third raised sub-portion, wherein the second raised sub-portion is disposed between the first raised sub-portion and the third raised sub-portion; wherein said second raised sub-portion includes an indentation; wherein the indentation is configured to fit at least a portion of a nipple of the first breast of the small-chested wearer; and Wherein, due to the indentation, the second raised sub-portion defines a diameter, which is smaller than the diameter of the first raised sub-portion or the diameter of the third raised sub-portion.

3. The swimsuit according to claim 1, wherein said first non-removable insert comprises a front side and an opposing rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion; and wherein the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; Wherein the first thickness of the raised portion of the rear side of the first non-removable insert is greater than the second thickness of the lower portion of the rear side of the first non-removable insert.

4. The swimsuit of claim 1 wherein the first non-removable insert is permitted to move within the first interior zone and relative to the seam between the entire perimeter of the first front panel and the entire perimeter of the first back panel.

5. The swimsuit of claim 4, wherein the second non-removable insert is permitted to move within the second interior zone and relative to the seam between the entire perimeter of the second front panel and the entire perimeter of the second back panel.

6. The swimsuit of claim 1, wherein the first portion further comprises: a first fabric strip coupled to the first front panel and the first back panel via a first seam, the first seam being a portion of a seam between an entire perimeter of the first front panel and an entire perimeter of the first back panel; and a second fabric strip coupled to the first front panel and the first back panel via a second seam that is a portion of a seam between an entire perimeter of the first front panel and an entire perimeter of the first back panel; wherein a first edge of the first strip defines a first boundary of the first front panel; wherein a first edge of the second strip defines a second boundary of the first front panel; and wherein the first front panel and the first rear panel are aligned with each other such that: The first seam joins a portion of the first front panel to a portion of the first back panel; and A second seam joins another portion of the first front panel to another portion of the first back panel.

7. The swimsuit of claim 6, wherein the first portion further comprises: a third fabric strip coupled to the first front panel and the first back panel via a third seam, the third seam being a portion of the seam between the entire perimeter of the first front panel and the entire perimeter of the first back panel; wherein a first edge of the third strip defines a third boundary of the first front panel; and The first seam, the second seam, and the third seam define an entire periphery of the interior region between the first front panel and the first back panel.

8. The swimsuit according to claim 1, wherein said first non-removable insert comprises a front side and an opposing rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion surrounding the raised portion; and The raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively, the first thickness being greater than the second thickness.

9. The swimsuit according to claim 8, wherein the raised portion includes a first rounded corner, a second rounded corner, and a third rounded corner, and has a perimeter defined by a first boundary, a second boundary, and a third boundary; wherein the first boundary extends from the first rounded corner to the second rounded corner; wherein the second boundary extends from the second rounded corner to the third rounded corner; and The third boundary extends from the third rounded corner to the first rounded corner.

10. The swimsuit according to claim 8, wherein the raised portion includes a first rounded corner and a second rounded corner and has a perimeter defined by a first boundary and a second boundary; wherein the first boundary extends from the first rounded corner to the second rounded corner; and The second boundary extends from the second rounded corner to the first rounded corner.

11. A swimsuit for a small-chested wearer, the swimsuit comprising: a first portion configured to be positioned on a first breast of the small-chested wearer, the first portion comprising: Front sheet; an insert, the insert being disposed behind the front sheet; a rear panel disposed behind the front panel and the insert, wherein the rear panel is configured to contact the skin of the first breast; a first fabric strip coupled to the front panel and the back panel via a first stitch; and a second fabric strip coupled to the front panel and the back panel via a second stitch; wherein a first edge of the first strip defines a first boundary of the front panel; wherein the first edge of the second strip defines a second boundary of the front panel; Wherein, the front sheet and the rear sheet are aligned with each other so that: The first seam joins a portion of the front panel to a portion of the back panel; and The second seam connects another portion of the front panel to another portion of the back panel; wherein the first seam and the second seam at least partially define an interior region between the front panel and the back panel; wherein the insert is disposed within the interior region; wherein the insert comprises silicone; and The swimsuit further comprises: a second portion of the swimsuit configured to be positioned over a second breast of the small-chested wearer; and A strap couples the first portion to the second portion.

12. The swimsuit according to claim 11, wherein the insert comprises a front side and an opposite rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion, wherein the raised portion includes a thickness that is greater than any other thickness of the rear side of the insert; and The raised portion comprises: a first raised sub-portion; a second raised sub-portion; and a third raised sub-portion; wherein the second raised sub-portion is disposed between the first raised sub-portion and the third raised sub-portion; wherein said second raised sub-portion includes an indentation; wherein the indentation is configured to fit at least a portion of a nipple of the first breast of the small-chested wearer; and Wherein, due to the indentation, the second raised sub-portion defines a diameter, which is smaller than the diameter of the first raised sub-portion or the diameter of the third raised sub-portion.

13. The swimsuit according to claim 11, wherein the insert comprises a front side and an opposite rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion; and wherein the raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively; Wherein the first thickness of the raised portion of the rear side of the insert is greater than the second thickness of the lower portion of the rear side of the insert.

14. The swimsuit according to claim 11, in, The first seam and the second seam define the entire perimeter of the interior region between the front panel and the back panel; and The insert is disposed within the interior region and is surrounded by the first suture and the second suture, such that the insert cannot be removed from the interior region.

15. The swimsuit of claim 14, wherein the non-removable insert is permitted to move within the interior region and relative to the first seam and the second seam.

16. The swimsuit of claim 11, wherein the first portion further comprises: a third fabric strip coupled to the front panel and the back panel via a third stitch; wherein the first seam, the second seam, and the third seam define the entire perimeter of the interior zone between the front panel and the back panel; and Wherein, the insert is disposed in the inner region and is surrounded by the first suture, the second suture, and the third suture, so that the insert cannot be removed from the inner region.

17. The swimsuit of claim 16, wherein the non-removable insert is permitted to move within the interior region and relative to the first seam and the second seam.

18. The swimsuit according to claim 11, wherein the insert comprises a front side and an opposite rear side; wherein the front side comprises a continuous and smooth surface; wherein the rear side includes a raised portion and a lower portion surrounding the raised portion; and The raised portion and the lower portion define a first thickness and a second thickness, respectively, the first thickness being greater than the second thickness.

19. The swimsuit according to claim 18, wherein the raised portion includes a first rounded corner, a second rounded corner, and a third rounded corner, and has a perimeter defined by a first boundary, a second boundary, and a third boundary; wherein the first boundary extends from the first rounded corner to the second rounded corner; wherein the second boundary extends from the second rounded corner to the third rounded corner; and The third boundary extends from the third rounded corner to the first rounded corner.

20. The swimsuit according to claim 18, wherein the raised portion includes a first rounded corner and a second rounded corner and has a perimeter defined by a first boundary and a second boundary; wherein the first boundary extends from the first rounded corner to the second rounded corner; and The second boundary extends from the second rounded corner to the first rounded corner.

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