Nightwear

Abstract

To provide a night wear which allows a wearer to comfortably sleep on the bed.SOLUTION: A night wear 1 has a jacket 2 including a bodice 4 and a pair of sleeves. The bodice 4 includes a front body and a back body 4f. The back body 4f includes a first thick part 10 which is located on the rear side between a pair of scapulae of the wearer's body wearing the night wear 1 and is thicker than the periphery.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to nightwear.

Background Art

[0002] Patent Document 1 describes temperature-regulating pajamas as nightwear. The temperature-regulating pajamas have an upper garment and a lower garment. A temperature-regulating fabric is sewn to each of the back surface of the upper garment and the back surface of the lower garment. The temperature-regulating fabric is disposed at each of the positions in the upper garment that come into contact with the shoulders and the rear of the back of a wearer wearing the nightwear, and the position in the lower garment that comes into contact with the crotch.

[0003] The temperature-regulating fabric is a fabric having reversible thermal properties. The temperature-regulating fabric is a woven or knitted fabric produced by using yarn spun by mixing synthetic fibers with microcapsules of 20 μm to 30 μm in size that contain paraffin wax as a phase change material. That is, a resin containing the microcapsules is applied to a fabric to produce the temperature-regulating fabric. The phase change material exerts the effect of absorbing excess heat from the body and releasing the stored heat when it gets cold, so that the temperature is controlled to a comfortable level.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] Incidentally, when a person wearing nightwear lies down on bedding, a gap may form between their body and the bedding. If the gap between the body and the bedding is wide, the pressure on certain parts of the body may become excessive, potentially resulting in poor pressure distribution. In particular, wide gaps tend to form between the recessed parts of the body and the bedding. The area between a pair of shoulder blades is recessed compared to the shoulder blades themselves. Therefore, a wide gap may form between the area between the shoulder blades and the bedding, and the pressure on the shoulder blades may increase. Poor pressure distribution can be a concern as it may impair the comfort of the person wearing the nightwear. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that the person wearing the nightwear is comfortable while sleeping.

[0006] This disclosure aims to provide nightwear that can improve the wearer's sleeping comfort. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The nightwear relating to this disclosure is a nightwear having (1) a body and a pair of sleeves. The body includes a front body and a back body. The back body has a first thickened section located at the rear between a pair of shoulder blades on the body of the wearer of the nightwear and is thicker than the surrounding area.

[0008] This nightwear features a first thickened section that is thicker than the surrounding material. The first thickened section is located behind the area between the pair of shoulder blades on the wearer's body. Therefore, when the wearer lies down on the bedding, the first thickened section of the nightwear is interposed between the area between the pair of shoulder blades and the bedding. Consequently, the area between the pair of shoulder blades is filled by the first thickened section, increasing the contact area between the shoulder blades and the surrounding area with the bedding and improving pressure distribution. In other words, the positioning of the first thickened section between the pair of shoulder blades reduces the pressure on the shoulder blades and improves pressure distribution. Therefore, the wearer's sleeping comfort can be improved.

[0009] (2) In (1) above, the nightwear may include a pair of elastic sections located behind the shoulder blades and a pair of gussets located below the wearer's armpits. The back panel may include an upper panel extending from between the pair of elastic sections to below each elastic section and a lower panel extending from the upper panel to the hem of the body. Each elastic section may be made of a fabric with higher elasticity than the lower panel. In this case, the pair of elastic sections located behind the wearer's shoulder blades are made of a fabric with higher elasticity than the lower panel. Because the elastic sections are located behind the shoulder blades, even if the shoulder blades move, the elastic sections move and deform flexibly, thus reducing pressure on the shoulder blades. Therefore, discomfort on the shoulder blades when the wearer turns over in their sleep can be reduced. Furthermore, because the gussets are located below the wearer's armpits, there is room between the sleeves and the body, reducing the discomfort of the body being pulled up. Therefore, even if the wearer turns over in their sleep, discomfort on the shoulder blades and upper arms can be reduced, further improving the wearer's sleeping comfort.

[0010] (3) In (1) or (2) above, the nightwear may have a crotch and a pair of inseams. The crotch may have a second thicker section located in front of the wearer's abdomen and being thicker than the surrounding area. In this case, since the second thicker section of the nightwear is located in front of the wearer's abdomen, it can warm the wearer's abdomen.

[0011] (4) In any of (1) to (3) above, the garment may have at least one adjuster located at the wearer's waist. The adjuster may have a band-shaped member extending in the direction of the wearer's waist, including a portion fixed to the garment and a free end not fixed to the garment; an insertion portion provided in the garment with an opening through which the free end is inserted; and a fastening portion that is inserted into the insertion portion and fastens the band-shaped member that has been folded back at the insertion portion. When the band-shaped member is folded back at the insertion portion and fastened to the fastening portion, the length of the garment in the direction of the waist may be reduced. In this case, when the band-shaped member of the adjuster is folded back at the insertion portion and fastened to the fastening portion, the length of the garment in the direction of the waist is reduced. Therefore, by folding back and fastening the band-shaped member inserted into the insertion portion, the length of the garment in the direction of the waist can be reduced and the waist area can be tightened. Therefore, the waist area of ​​the garment can be tightened without tucking the hem into the undergarments, which helps to prevent the wearer from getting cold while sleeping and prevents the garment from becoming disheveled. Furthermore, since the hem does not need to be tucked into the undergarments, the wearer's appearance can be avoided. On the other hand, when the band-like member is not fastened to the fastening point, the length of the garment in the direction of the waist is not reduced. When the length of the garment in the direction of the waist is not reduced, the waist area of ​​the garment is not tightened, allowing the wearer to wear the nightwear loosely. Therefore, the nightwear can be worn with a stress-free feeling. Before going to bed, the wearer can adjust the length of the garment in the direction of the waist by choosing whether to fold the band-like member over at the insertion point and fasten it to the fastening point, or not fasten it, thereby improving the wearer's sleeping comfort.

[0012] (5) In any of (1) to (4) above, the nightwear has a crotch and a pair of inseams, and each of the pair of inseams may have a hem. The hem may have a third thickened portion located behind the wearer's ankle and being thicker than the surrounding portion. In this case, the third thickened portion is located behind the ankle on the wearer's body. Therefore, when the wearer lies down on the bedding, the third thickened portion is interposed between the back of the ankle and the bedding. Consequently, the back of the ankle around the heel is filled by the third thickened portion, increasing the contact area of ​​the heel and its surroundings with the bedding and improving the pressure distribution of the wearer's feet. As a result, discomfort around the heel during sleep can be reduced, further improving the wearer's sleeping comfort. [Effects of the Invention]

[0013] According to this disclosure, it is possible to improve the wearer's sleeping comfort. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0014] [Figure 1] (a) is a diagram showing the front of the top garment of the nightwear according to the first embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the back of the top garment of Figure 1(a). [Figure 2] (a) is a diagram showing the front of the nightwear bottoms according to the first embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the back of the bottoms of Figure 2(a). (c) is a schematic diagram showing an enlarged view of the waist area of ​​the bottoms of Figure 2(a). [Figure 3] (a) is a diagram showing the patch located on the front of the back of the garment in Figure 1(b). (b) is a diagram showing the patch in Figure 3(a) in a rolled-up state. [Figure 4] (a) and (b) are diagrams showing examples of the first thick portion of the nightwear according to the first embodiment. [Figure 5] (a) is a schematic diagram showing the position of the first thick section of Figure 4 relative to the wearer's back. (b) is a schematic cross-sectional view showing the state in which the first thick section of Figure 4 fills the gap. [Figure 6](a) is a diagram showing the experimental results when wearing the nightwear according to the example. (b) is a diagram showing the experimental results when wearing the nightwear according to the comparative example. [Figure 7] (a) is a diagram showing the rear surface of the lower garment of the nightwear according to the second embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the wearer's foot part when lying on the back while wearing the lower garment of Fig.7(a). (c) is a diagram showing the wearer's foot part when sleeping on the side while wearing the lower garment of Fig.7(a). [Figure 8] (a) is a diagram showing the front surface of the upper garment of the nightwear according to the third embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the rear surface of the upper garment of Fig.8(a). (c) is an enlarged view of a part of Fig.8(b). [Figure 9] It is a diagram schematically showing the scapula of a wearer. [Figure 10] (a) is a diagram showing the front surface of the upper garment of the nightwear according to the fourth embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the rear surface of the upper garment of Fig.10(a). [Figure 11] (a) is a diagram showing the adjuster of the nightwear of Fig.10(a). (b) is a diagram showing the adjuster of Fig.11(a) in a mode different from that of Fig.11(a). [Figure 12] Each of (a), (b) and (c) is a diagram showing the use procedure of the adjuster of Fig.11(a). [Figure 13] (a) and (b) are diagrams showing an adjuster according to a modified example. [Figure 14] (a) and (b) are diagrams showing the use procedure of the adjuster of Fig.13(a). [Figure 15] It is a diagram showing the front surface of the upper garment of the nightwear according to the fourth embodiment. [Figure 16] (a) is a diagram showing the front surface of the upper garment of the nightwear according to the fifth embodiment. (b) is a diagram showing the front surface of the lower garment of the nightwear according to the fifth embodiment. [Figure 17] It is a diagram showing the rear surface of the lower garment of the nightwear according to the sixth embodiment. [Mode for Carrying Out the Invention]

[0015] The embodiments of the nightwear according to this disclosure will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the description of the drawings, the same or equivalent elements will be denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate. In addition, for the sake of ease of understanding, some parts of the drawings may be simplified or exaggerated, and the dimensional ratios, etc., are not limited to those shown in the drawings.

[0016] The nightwear relating to this disclosure is clothing worn when going to sleep. Nightwear may also be clothing worn as loungewear before and after going to sleep. Nightwear is typically pajamas, nightgowns, or nightgowns. Nightwear is made up of, for example, multiple fabrics. In this disclosure, as an example, nightwear is made up of multiple fabrics connected to each other by sewing. However, the method of connecting the multiple fabrics to each other is not limited to sewing. The multiple fabrics may be connected to each other by bonding or welding.

[0017] One embodiment of the nightwear comprises a bodice and a pair of sleeves. "Body" refers to the portion of the garment that covers the front and back of the wearer's body. "Sleeves" refers to the tubular portion of the garment through which the wearer's arms pass. Another embodiment of the nightwear comprises a crotch and a pair of inseams. "Crotch" refers to the portion of the garment that covers the upper part of the wearer's crotch. "Inseams" refers to the portion of the garment that covers the lower part of the wearer's crotch. Each of the pair of inseams has a hem. "Hem" refers to the tubular portion of the garment through which the wearer's legs pass.

[0018] In the following, the direction in front of the wearer wearing the nightwear may be referred to as "front," "front side," or "forward," and the opposite direction of this forward direction may be referred to as "back," "back side," or "rear." Similarly, the direction to the left of the wearer wearing the nightwear may be referred to as "left," "left side," or "leftward," and the opposite direction of this leftward direction may be referred to as "right," "right side," or "rightward." The direction upward of the wearer wearing the nightwear may be referred to as "up," "upper side," or "upward," and the opposite direction of this upward direction may be referred to as "down," "downward," or "downward." However, these directions are for the convenience of explanation and do not limit the position or orientation of each part.

[0019] (First Embodiment) Figure 1(a) is a front view showing the top 2 of the nightwear 1 according to the first embodiment. Figure 1(b) is a rear view of the top 2. Figure 2(a) is a front view showing the bottom 3 of the nightwear 1. Figure 2(b) is a rear view showing the bottom 3. Figure 2(c) is a schematic diagram showing an enlarged view of the waist area of ​​the bottom 3. The nightwear 1 comprises, for example, a top 2 and a bottom 3. For example, the material of the top 2 and the material of the bottom 3 are the same.

[0020] Each of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3 is made of, for example, a blend of cotton and polyester. In this case, the presence of cotton provides excellent moisture absorption, prevents stuffiness, and makes the garment feel good against the skin. The presence of polyester makes it easy to wash, quick to dry, and wrinkle-resistant. As an example, in each of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3, the proportion of polyester is 65% and the proportion of cotton is 35%. However, the materials of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3 are not limited to the above example. For example, each of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3 may be made of woven fabric. Also, each of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3 may be made of a breathable and comfortable material such as wool, silk, or cotton. Thus, the types of materials for each of the top garment 2 and bottom garment 3 are not particularly limited.

[0021] As shown in Figures 1(a) and 1(b), the garment 2 comprises a body 4, a pair of sleeves 5 extending from the body 4, and a collar 6 projecting upward from the body 4. The body 4 has a left body 4b and a right body 4c. The left body 4b covers the upper left body of the wearer M of the nightwear 1 (see Figure 5(a) or Figure 5(b)), and the right body 4c covers the upper right body of the wearer M. The garment 2 has a number of buttons 2b on the left body 4b for fastening the right body 4c, and pockets 2c. For example, a number of buttons 2b are attached to the right body 4c, and buttonholes are formed in the left body 4b for fastening each button 2b. For example, pockets 2c are sewn into the left body 4b and the right body 4c, respectively.

[0022] Sleeve 5 has a left sleeve 5b extending to the left from the upper part of the left body panel 4b, and a right sleeve 5c extending to the right from the upper part of the right body panel 4c. The wearer M's left arm goes through the left sleeve 5b, and the wearer M's right arm goes through the right sleeve 5c. If the direction that is vertical to the wearer M wearing the nightwear 1 is the first direction D1, and the direction that is left-right to the wearer M is the second direction D2, then the angle θ of the extension direction of sleeve 5 with respect to the second direction D2 is, for example, 0° or more and 20° or less. Such a sleeve 5 is also called a raglan sleeve. Because the angle θ is 20° or less, the oblique angle of sleeve 5 can be made gentler, making it easier for the wearer M to raise their arm. For example, sleeve 5 tapers towards its end. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the likelihood of the sleeve slipping relative to the wearer's arm.

[0023] For example, the top garment 2 has a brand tag 2j. The brand tag 2j is sewn, for example, on the upper part of the pocket 2c and on the left side of the pocket 2c in the second direction D2. The brand tag 2j has, for example, the brand name of the nightwear 1 written on it. For example, the nightwear 1 does not have a brand tag 2j in a place that comes into contact with the wearer M's skin. That is, the nightwear 1 does not have a brand tag 2j on its inner part (for example, the back of the neck on the collar 6). This prevents the brand tag 2j from coming into contact with the wearer M's body and causing discomfort to the wearer M.

[0024] Furthermore, nightwear 1 may be pajamas without seams in areas that come into contact with the wearer M's skin. In this case, nightwear 1 has no seams on its inner surface. For example, nightwear 1 may have French seams that are not exposed on either the outer or inner surface of nightwear 1. In this case, since the French seams are not exposed on either the outer or inner surface of nightwear 1, exposure of the seams to the outside and contact with the body can be avoided. Therefore, nightwear 1 can be made into pajamas that are soft to the touch and stress-free.

[0025] The collar 6 may be, for example, a high neck that protrudes upward from the upper edge of the body 4. The collar 6 has a tubular shape that covers the neck of the wearer M. The collar 6 has a right part 6b located on the right side as viewed from the wearer M wearing the nightwear 1, and a left part 6c located on the left side as viewed from the wearer M wearing the nightwear 1.

[0026] The bodice 4 includes a front bodice 4d, which faces forward from the perspective of the wearer M, and a back bodice 4f, which faces backward from the perspective of the wearer M. The back bodice 4f has a tuck 4h. For example, the bodice 4 is made of a first fabric 4g, and the sleeve 5 is made of a second fabric 5d that is different from the first fabric 4g. The tuck 4h extends diagonally downward from the boundary line L1 between the back bodice 4f and the sleeve 5.

[0027] Tuck 4h is positioned closer to the collar 6 than the midpoint L3 on the boundary line L1 between the back panel 4f and the sleeve 5. Tuck 4h may also be located behind the wearer M's shoulder. The left panel 4b has a pair of tucks 4h aligned along the second direction D2, and the pair of tucks 4h extend diagonally downward from the boundary line L1 so that they move closer to each other as they go downward. The presence of tuck 4h on the back panel 4f allows for the relief of pressure around the boundary line L1 even when the wearer M is in a hunched-over position with their back rounded and hunched forward.

[0028] The upper garment 2 may be made of multiple types of fabric. For example, the breathability of some of the fabric in the upper garment 2 may be higher than that of the remaining fabric. In this case, the breathability and moisture absorption / release properties of the upper garment 2 can be improved. Also, the heat retention properties of some of the fabric in the upper garment 2 may be higher than that of the remaining fabric. In this case, the heat retention properties of the upper garment 2 can be partially improved, thus ensuring adequate heat retention.

[0029] As a modification of Figure 1, the upper garment 2 may have at least one of the following: a third piece of fabric 2f located on the upper part of the boundary between the body 4 and the sleeve 5; a fourth piece of fabric 2g located in the central part of the body 4 in the second direction D2 and on the upper part of the front body 4d; and a fifth piece of fabric 2h located in the central part of the body 4 in the second direction D2 and on the lower part of the front body 4d.

[0030] For example, the third fabric 2f is the part that faces the wearer M's shoulder or elbow, the fourth fabric 2g is the part that faces the wearer M's chest or upper back, and the fifth fabric 2h is the part that faces the wearer M's abdomen or lower back. As an example, the third fabric 2f is a fabric that has higher elasticity in the first direction D1 compared to the parts other than the third fabric 2f, the fourth fabric 2g is a fabric that has higher elasticity in the second direction D2 compared to the parts other than the fourth fabric 2g, and the fifth fabric 2h is a fabric that has higher elasticity in the first direction D1 compared to the parts other than the fifth fabric 2h.

[0031] In this case, the characteristics of the shoulders, elbows, abdomen, and lower back, which tend to move easily in the vertical direction of the body while sleeping, and the chest and upper back, which tend to move easily in the horizontal direction of the body, can be accommodated. Therefore, by making the elasticity of the third fabric 2f and the fifth fabric 2h in the first direction D1 higher than that of the surrounding fabric, and by making the elasticity of the fourth fabric 2g in the second direction D2 higher than that of the surrounding fabric, it is possible to make it easier for the wearer M to move their body. Consequently, it is possible to avoid hindering the wearer M's body movements, which contributes to further improvement in sleeping comfort.

[0032] As shown in Figures 2(a) and 2(b), the lower garment 3 has a crotch 7 and a pair of inseams 8 extending downward from the crotch 7. Each of the pair of inseams 8 has a hem 8b. Furthermore, the lower garment 3 has a waistband 9 located at the upper end of the crotch 7. For example, the waistband 9 has an elastic cord 9b that is wrapped around the wearer M's body and a fabric portion 9c that covers the elastic cord 9b. The elastic cord 9b makes it possible to tighten the waistband 9 around the wearer M's waist.

[0033] Figure 2(c) schematically shows an example of an elastic cord 9b. As shown in Figure 2(c), the fabric portion 9c is expandable and contractible in conjunction with the expansion and contraction of the elastic cord 9b. By pulling the elastic cord 9b inside the fabric portion 9c, it is possible to shorten the length of the waist portion 9 in the torso direction and tighten the wearer M's body. For example, the waist portion 9 has multiple (two as an example) elastic cords 9b arranged along the first direction D1. In this case, the pressure on the wearer M due to the expansion and contraction of the elastic cord 9b can be alleviated.

[0034] For example, the lower garment 3 has a tuck 3b. For example, the lower garment 3 has a front fabric portion 3c located on the front side as viewed from the wearer M, and a rear fabric portion 3d located on the rear side as viewed from the wearer M. The tuck 3b extends diagonally downward from the boundary line L2 between the front fabric portion 3c and the rear fabric portion 3d to the rear fabric portion 3d.

[0035] The tucks 3b are located above the center of the lower garment 3 in the first direction D1. The tucks 3b are located on both the left and right sides of the wearer M's buttocks. The lower garment 3 has a pair of tucks 3b aligned along the second direction D2, and the pair of tucks 3b extend diagonally downward from the boundary line L2 toward the center of the lower garment 3 in the second direction D2. The presence of the tucks 3b in the lower garment 3 allows for the relief of pressure around the boundary line L2 even when the wearer M is sitting and hunched forward.

[0036] The lower garment 3 may be composed of multiple types of fabric. For example, the breathability of some of the fabric in the lower garment 3 may be higher than that of the remaining fabric. In this case, the breathability and moisture absorption / release properties of the lower garment 3 can be improved. Also, the heat retention properties of some of the fabric in the lower garment 3 may be higher than that of the remaining fabric. In this case, the heat retention properties of the lower garment 3 can be partially improved, thus ensuring adequate heat retention.

[0037] For example, the lower garment 3 may have at least one of the following: a sixth piece of fabric 3f located at each end of the second direction D2 in the crotch 7, and a seventh piece of fabric 3g located in the center of the first direction D1 in the crotch 8. For example, the sixth piece of fabric 3f is the part facing the wearer M's buttocks, and the seventh piece of fabric 3g is the part facing the wearer M's legs.

[0038] For example, the sixth fabric 3f is a fabric with higher elasticity in the second direction D2 compared to the parts other than the sixth fabric 3f, and the seventh fabric 3g is a fabric with higher elasticity in the first direction D1 compared to the parts other than the seventh fabric 3g. In this case, it is possible to accommodate the characteristics that when sleeping, the buttocks tend to move easily in the lateral direction of the body, and the legs tend to move easily in the vertical direction of the body. Therefore, by making the elasticity of the sixth fabric 3f in the second direction D2 higher than the surrounding fabric, and the elasticity of the seventh fabric 3g in the first direction D1 higher than the surrounding fabric, it is possible to make it easier for the wearer M to move their body. Consequently, it is possible to make it less likely for the wearer M's body movements to be hindered, which contributes to further improvement in sleeping comfort.

[0039] Figure 3(a) shows the inner surface 4j of the back panel 4f of the upper garment 2. Figure 3(b) shows the state in which the reinforcing fabric 4k provided on the inner surface 4j of the back panel 4f is rolled up. The reinforcing fabric 4k extends downward from the collar 6 at the center of the second direction D2, for example. For example, the reinforcing fabric 4k has a rectangular shape. The reinforcing fabric 4k may also have a rounded rectangular shape. As an example, the reinforcing fabric 4k has a trapezoidal shape in which the length in the second direction D2 decreases as it goes downward.

[0040] For example, the patch 4k is designed to be rolled up. In this case, the patch 4k has a seam at its upper edge that extends along the second direction D2. The back panel 4f has a first thickened section 10 located in the posterior portion of the space between a pair of scapulae M1 (see Figure 5(a)) on the wearer M's body.

[0041] The first thickened portion 10 is a part of the back body 4f that is thicker than the area surrounding the first thickened portion 10. Figures 4(a) and 4(b) show the first thickened portion 10. As shown in Figures 3(b), 4(a), and 4(b), the first thickened portion 10 is interposed, for example, between the inner surface 4j of the body 4 and the lining 4k. The first thickened portion 10 is a part that fits between a pair of scapulae M1 and M2. The first thickened portion 10 has a shape that follows the shape of the area between a pair of scapulae M1 and M2.

[0042] For example, the length of the first thick portion 10 in the second direction D2 decreases as it extends downwards. As an example, the first thick portion 10 may have a trapezoidal shape in which the length in the second direction D2 decreases as it extends downwards, or it may have an inverted triangular shape. For example, the first thick portion 10 has an upper side 10b extending along the second direction D2, a pair of slanted sides 10c extending diagonally downwards from each of the ends of the upper side 10b in the second direction D2, and a lower side 10d extending along the second direction D2 between the lower ends of the pair of slanted sides 10c.

[0043] For example, the first thick section 10 may be detachable from the inner surface 4j of the body 4. In this case, the first thick section 10 can be attached or detached according to the wearer M's needs. As an example, the first thick section 10 is attached to the inner surface 4j of the body 4 by double-sided tape. However, the means of attaching the first thick section 10 to the inner surface 4j can be changed as appropriate. Alternatively, the first thick section 10 may be sewn into the inner surface 4j of the body 4 and cannot be removed from the inner surface 4j.

[0044] For example, the first thick section 10 is composed of multiple pieces of fabric. The multiple pieces of fabric constituting the first thick section 10 may be separable from each other. Alternatively, the multiple pieces of fabric constituting the first thick section 10 may be inseparable from each other. As an example, the first thick section 10 has a first part 11 that contacts the inner surface 4j of the body 4, and a second part 12 that contacts the surface of the first part 11 that is opposite to the inner surface 4j. The first thick section 10 also has a third part 13 that contacts the surface of the second part 12 that is opposite to the first part 11, and a fourth part 14 that contacts the surface of the third part 13 that is opposite to the second part 12.

[0045] Each of the first part 11, second part 12, third part 13, and fourth part 14 is made of, for example, cloth (two pieces of cloth, for example). The first part 11, second part 12, third part 13, and fourth part 14 may be separable from one another. Alternatively, the first part 11, second part 12, third part 13, and fourth part 14 may not be separable from one another.

[0046] For example, the thickness of the first thickened portion 10 increases as it approaches the center in the second direction D2. In this case, the first thickened portion 10 can fit well between the pair of scapulae M1 in space M2. For example, the length of the second portion 12 in the second direction D2 is shorter than the length of the first portion 11 in the second direction D2, and the length of the third portion 13 in the second direction D2 is shorter than the length of the second portion 12 in the second direction D2. The length of the fourth portion 14 in the second direction D2 is shorter than the length of the third portion 13 in the second direction D2.

[0047] The second part 12 is located in the center of the first part 11 in the second direction D2, and the third part 13 is located in the center of the second part 12 in the second direction D2. The fourth part 14 is located in the center of the third part 13 in the second direction D2. For example, the first part 11, the second part 12, and the third part 13 are trapezoidal, and the fourth part 14 is rectangular (strip-shaped). The first part 11, the second part 12, the third part 13, and the fourth part 14 described above realize a first thick part 10 that becomes thicker towards the center in the second direction D2.

[0048] Next, the effects and benefits obtained from the nightwear 1 according to this embodiment will be described in more detail. The nightwear 1 includes a first thickened portion 10 that is thicker than the surrounding area. As shown in Figures 3(b), 4(a), 4(b), 5(a), and 5(b), the first thickened portion 10 is located behind the area M2 between a pair of scapulae M1 on the body of the wearer M of the nightwear 1. Therefore, when the wearer M lies down on the bedding B, the first thickened portion 10 of the nightwear 1 is interposed between the area M2 between the pair of scapulae M1 and the bedding B. Consequently, the area M2 between the pair of scapulae M1 is filled by the first thickened portion 10, which increases the contact area between the scapulae M1 and the surrounding area with respect to the bedding B, thereby improving pressure distribution. In other words, by positioning the first thickened portion 10 between the pair of scapulae M1 and M2, the pressure on the scapulae M1 can be reduced, thereby improving pressure distribution. Therefore, the sleeping comfort of the wearer M of nightwear 1 can be improved.

[0049] An experiment was conducted to confirm the effectiveness of the nightwear 1 equipped with the first thick section 10, and the results will be explained with reference to Figures 6(a) and 6(b). Figure 6(a) shows the experimental results (measured data) of the body pressure distribution when a subject wearing the nightwear 1 with the first thick section 10 is lying on their back. Figure 6(b) shows the experimental results (measured data) of the body pressure distribution when a subject wearing nightwear according to a comparative example without the first thick section 10 is lying on their back.

[0050] The measured data in Figures 6(a) and 6(b) show that areas with darker colors have higher body pressure. As shown in Figure 6(b), when the nightwear of the comparative example was worn, there was an area where no body pressure was applied at point P1, which corresponds to the space between the subject's shoulder blades. It is thought that the subject's body was separated from the bedding at point P1. When the nightwear of the comparative example was worn, the lack of body pressure at point P1 resulted in high pressure being applied to the areas surrounding point P1.

[0051] In contrast, as shown in Figure 6(a), when the nightwear 1 is worn, the first thick portion 10 fills the gap between the bedding and the body, so there are no areas where no body pressure is applied, and it is thought that there are no areas separated from the bedding. When the nightwear 1 according to the embodiment is worn, it was found that body pressure is applied evenly around the shoulder blades, and that it has excellent body pressure distribution properties.

[0052] When the comparative nightwear was worn in the P2 region from the head to the chest of the selected subject, the maximum pressure was 48 mmHg, the average pressure was 19 mmHg, and the contact area with the bedding was 598 cm². 2 In contrast, when nightwear 1 was worn on the selected subject's head-to-chest area P2, the maximum pressure was 39 mmHg, the average pressure was 15 mmHg, and the contact area with the bedding was 788 cm². 2 Therefore, it was found that when wearing the nightwear 1 having the first thickened portion 10, the maximum and average pressure in the selected portion P2 can be reduced and the contact area with the bedding can be increased compared to when wearing the nightwear of the comparative example. Accordingly, the nightwear 1 with the first thickened portion 10 is considered to have good pressure distribution.

[0053] The nightwear 1 equipped with the first thick section 10 has been described above. However, the configuration of the first thick section of the nightwear 1 is not limited to the first thick section 10 described above and can be changed as appropriate. For example, a pocket may be provided on the inner surface 4j of the back body 4f shown in Figures 3(a) and 3(b), and a sheet member may be inserted into and removed from the pocket. For example, the lining 4k may be in the shape of a bag. More specifically, the lining 4k may have an opening at the top and be sewn around the perimeter other than the top to form a bag. In this case, the first thick section 10 may be inserted into and removed from the bag-shaped lining 4k. In this case, the first thick section 10 can be inserted into and removed from the bag-shaped lining 4k as appropriate. The first thick section 10 may be a bag filled with cotton. The first thick section 10 may also be made of terry cloth. Furthermore, the first thick section 10 may be made of a material with good moisture absorption. Thus, the configuration of the first thick portion 10 can be modified as appropriate.

[0054] In this case, the pocket and the sheet member correspond to the first thick section. The sheet member is, for example, made of quilted fabric. The thickness of the first thick section can be adjusted by adjusting the number of sheets of the sheet member in the pocket. As described above, the configuration of the first thick section can be changed as appropriate. The sheet member may also be a heat-retaining member or a cooling member. The cooling member may be, for example, a cooling sheet containing gel inside.

[0055] (Second Embodiment) The following describes various embodiments of the nightwear other than Nightwear 1. Some of the components of the nightwear according to the following embodiments are the same as some of the components of Nightwear 1 described above. Therefore, in the following description, the same reference numerals are used for parts that overlap with Nightwear 1, and descriptions that overlap with the description of Nightwear 1 are omitted as appropriate.

[0056] The nightwear according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 7(a), 7(b), and 7(c). Figure 7(a) is a view of the back surface 23b of the lower garment 23 of the nightwear according to the second embodiment. Figures 7(b) and 7(c) are enlarged views of a part of the lower garment 23 as it is worn by the wearer M.

[0057] As shown in Figures 7(a), 7(b), and 7(c), the lower garment 23 comprises a second thick section 25 located in front of the wearer M's abdomen and a third thick section 26 located behind the wearer M's ankle M3. The second thick section 25 functions, for example, as a belly band located around the wearer M's abdomen.

[0058] The thickness of the second thick section 25 is greater than that of the other parts. The thickness of the second thick section 25 may be adjustable. In this case, the second thick section 25 may have a plurality of sheet-like members that can be attached to each other, and the thickness of the second thick section 25 may be adjusted by adjusting the number of such sheet-like members attached to the waist area 9. Also, similar to the first thick section 10, the second thick section 25 may have a pocket and a sheet member, and the thickness of the second thick section 25 may be adjustable by inserting and removing the sheet member from the pocket.

[0059] For example, the third thick portion 26 is located behind the wearer M's Achilles tendon. In this case, the gap formed between the Achilles tendon and the bedding can be filled by the third thick portion 26, resulting in better pressure distribution on the wearer M's legs. The third thick portion 26 may, as an example, extend so as to widen towards the opening 23c of the lower garment 23 into which the wearer M's foot M4 protrudes. However, the shape of the third thick portion 26 is not particularly limited. The thickness of the third thick portion 26 may be adjustable, similar to the second thick portion 25, etc. For example, the third thick portion 26 may have a pocket sewn to the lower rear end of the hem 8b and a plurality of sheet members housed in the pocket, as described above.

[0060] As described above, the nightwear according to the second embodiment has a lower garment 23 including a crotch 7 and a pair of inseams 8, and the crotch 7 is located in front of the wearer M and has a second thick portion 25 that is thicker than the surrounding area. Therefore, since the second thick portion 25 is located in front of the wearer M's abdomen, the wearer M's abdomen can be warmed.

[0061] In the nightwear according to the second embodiment, a pair of crotch sections 8 have hems 8b, and the hems 8b are located behind the wearer M's ankle M3 and include a third thickened section 26 that is thicker than the surrounding area. Therefore, when the wearer M lies down on the bedding B, the third thickened section 26 is interposed between the rear part of the ankle M3 and the bedding B. Consequently, the rear part of the ankle M3 around the heel is filled by the third thickened section 26, increasing the contact area of ​​the heel and its surroundings with the bedding B and improving the pressure distribution of the wearer M's feet. As a result, discomfort around the heel during sleep can be reduced, further improving the wearer M's sleeping comfort.

[0062] In the second embodiment described above, a garment 23 having a second thick portion 25 and a third thick portion 26 was described. However, the nightwear according to the second embodiment may be a garment having only the second thick portion 25 (without the third thick portion 26), or a garment having only the third thick portion 26 (without the second thick portion 25).

[0063] (Third embodiment) Next, the nightwear 31 according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 8(a), 8(b), and 8(c). Figure 8(a) is a front view of the nightwear 31. Figure 8(b) is a rear view of the nightwear 31. Figure 8(c) is an enlarged rear view of one side of the nightwear 31. As shown in Figures 8(a) to 8(c), the nightwear 31 is a nightwear top.

[0064] The nightwear 31 comprises a bodice 32 and a pair of sleeves 33. The bodice 32 includes a front bodice 32b and a back bodice 32c. The front bodice 32b is provided with a placket 32d. The front bodice 32b and the back bodice 32c are sewn together at the ends 34 of the bodice 32 in a second direction D2. Furthermore, the nightwear 31 has a neckline 35 located at the upper end of the nightwear 31 and a hem 36 located at the lower end of the nightwear 31. The front bodice 32b and the back bodice 32c extend along a first direction D1 between the neckline 35 and the hem 36.

[0065] The nightwear 31 is equipped with a pair of gussets 37. The gussets 37 are located below the armpits of the wearer M. Below the armpits of the wearer M, the gussets 37 provide space between the body 32 and each sleeve 33. The gussets 37 connect the body 32 and the sleeves 33 to each other. When viewed from the front or back of the wearer M, the gussets 37 have a roughly triangular shape.

[0066] For example, the gusset 37 includes a short side 37b that extends vertically in the bodice 32, and a first long side 37c that extends from the upper end of the short side 37b to the sleeve 33. Furthermore, the gusset 37 includes a second long side 37d that extends vertically on the central side of the second direction D2 of the bodice 32, closer to the center than the short side 37b and the first long side 37c, and a third long side 37f that extends from the upper end of the second long side 37d along the sleeve 33.

[0067] The short side 37b extends upward from the end 34 of the body 32. The first long side 37c extends diagonally upward from the upper end of the short side 37b to both ends of the body 32 in the second direction D2. For example, the first long side 37c is the folded portion of the fabric that makes up the gusset 37. The second long side 37d is the portion sewn to the body 32. The second long side 37d extends diagonally upward from the upper end of the end 34 to the center of the body 32 in the second direction D2. The third long side 37f is the portion of the gusset 37 sewn to the sleeve 33. The third long side 37f connects the upper end of the first long side 37c and the upper end of the second long side 37d.

[0068] The nightwear 31 includes a pair of elastic sections 38. The pair of elastic sections 38 are aligned along a second direction D2. The pair of elastic sections 38 are located behind the shoulder blades of the wearer M. The elastic sections 38 are positioned on the back panel 32c. The elastic sections 38 extend to at least a portion of each sleeve 33. The elastic sections 38 and the gusset 37 are sewn to each other at the second long side 37d and the third long side 37f.

[0069] The back panel 32c has an upper panel 32f and a lower panel 32g. The upper panel 32f extends from between a pair of stretchable sections 38 to below each stretchable section 38. For example, the upper panel 32f has an inverted T-shape. The upper panel 32f extends from the neckline 35 to each gusset 37. The boundary line 32h between the upper panel 32f and the lower panel 32g extends along the second direction D2. For example, the boundary line 32h may curve upward as it approaches the center of the second direction D2 of the panel 32.

[0070] The upper bodice 32f extends between a pair of gussets 37, from one gusset 37 to the other, below each stretch portion 38. The upper bodice 32f and the gussets 37 are sewn together at the second long edge 37d. That is, the boundary line 32h extends in the second direction D2 between the pair of second long edges 37d. The boundary line 32h may curve, for example, to approach the stretch portion 38 as it moves away from each gusset 37. The lower bodice 32g extends from the upper bodice 32f to the hem 36. The lower bodice 32g extends from the boundary line 32h to the hem 36. The lower bodice 32g includes a pair of ends 34. The lower bodice 32g and each gusset 37 are sewn together at the second long edge 37d.

[0071] Each stretchable portion 38 has a curved portion 38b facing another stretchable portion 38. A pair of curved portions 38b are aligned along the second direction D2. The pair of curved portions 38b are curved such that they approach each other as the pair of stretchable portions 38 approach the center of the stretchable portion 38 in the first direction D1. The pair of stretchable portions 38 and the bodice 32f are sewn to each other at the pair of curved portions 38b. In this embodiment, each curved portion 38b extends from the neckline 35 to the gusset 37.

[0072] The curved portion 38b includes, for example, a proximity portion 38c adjacent to another curved portion 38b, an upper portion 38d extending upward from the proximity portion 38c, and a lower portion 38f extending downward from the proximity portion 38c. The proximity portion 38c has a portion where a pair of expandable portions 38 are closest to each other. The upper portion 38d extends from the proximity portion 38c to the collar 35. The upper portion 38d extends such that the pair of expandable portions 38 move further apart from each other as it moves away from the proximity portion 38c. The lower portion 38f extends from the proximity portion 38c to the gusset 37. The lower portion 38f extends such that the pair of expandable portions 38 move further apart from each other as it moves away from the proximity portion 38c. The lower portion 38f may curve so as it approaches the gusset 37 that it moves further away from the lower bodice 32g. The proximity portion 38c, the upper portion 38d, and the lower portion 38f are curved with different radii of curvature from each other. For example, the radius of curvature of the lower 38f is greater than the radius of curvature of the upper 38d.

[0073] Each stretchable section 38 is made of a fabric with higher elasticity than the lower body 32g. For example, the lower body 32g is made of woven fabric, and the stretchable section 38 is made of knitted fabric. The stretchable section 38 may be made of a thinner fabric than the lower body 32g, or it may be made of mesh material.

[0074] For example, the upper body 32f is made of a fabric that is more breathable than the lower body 32g. As an example, the upper body 32f is made of mesh material. The mesh material of the upper body 32f is, for example, polyester mesh. The upper body 32f may be made of a thinner fabric than the lower body 32g.

[0075] The effects and benefits obtained from the nightwear 31 according to the third embodiment will now be described. As shown in Figures 8(a) to 8(c) and Figure 9, the nightwear 31 comprises a pair of elastic parts 38 located behind the shoulder blades M5 of the wearer M, and a pair of gussets 37 located below the armpits of the wearer M. The back body 32c includes an upper body 32f extending from between the pair of elastic parts 38 to below each elastic part 38, and a lower body 32g extending from the upper body 32f to the hem 36. Each elastic part 38 is made of a fabric with higher elasticity than the lower body 32g.

[0076] Therefore, a pair of elastic sections 38 located behind the wearer M's scapula M5 are made of a fabric with higher elasticity than the lower body 32g. Because the elastic sections 38 are located behind the scapula M5, even if the scapula M5 moves during sleep, the elastic sections 38 follow and flexibly deform, thus alleviating pressure on the scapula M5. Thus, discomfort to the scapula M5 when the wearer M turns over in their sleep can be reduced. Furthermore, because the gusset 37 is located below the wearer M's armpit, there is room between the sleeve 33 and the body 32, reducing the discomfort of the body 32 being pulled up. Thus, even when the wearer M turns over in their sleep, discomfort in the scapula M5 and upper arm can be reduced, further improving the wearer M's sleeping comfort.

[0077] (Fourth Embodiment) Next, the nightwear 41 according to the fourth embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 10(a) and 10(b). Figure 10(a) is a front view of the nightwear 41. Figure 10(b) is a rear view of the nightwear 41. Since some of the components of the nightwear 41 are the same as some of the components of the nightwear 31 described above, the same reference numerals are used for parts that overlap with the nightwear 31, and redundant explanations are omitted as appropriate.

[0078] The nightwear 41, like the nightwear 31, comprises a body 32 and a pair of sleeves 33, the body 32 including a front body 32b and a back body 32c. The nightwear 41 is equipped with adjusters 42. For example, the nightwear 41 is equipped with a pair of adjusters 42. The pair of adjusters 42 are located at the waist of the wearer M. One of the pair of adjusters 42 is located on the left side of the wearer. The other of the pair of adjusters 42 is located on the right side of the wearer. The adjusters 42 are provided to span, for example, the front body 32b and the back body 32c of the nightwear 41.

[0079] Figures 11(a) and 11(b) are enlarged views of the adjuster 42. Figures 12(a), 12(b), and 12(c) show an example of how to use the adjuster 42. The adjuster 42 has a band-shaped member 43, an insertion part 44, and a fastening part 45. The band-shaped member 43 includes a part 43b that is fixed to the body 32 and a free end part 43c. The free end part 43c is the part that is not fixed to the body 32.

[0080] The band-shaped member 43 extends along the waist direction D4 of the wearer M. The band-shaped member 43 extends, for example, across the front panel 32b and the back panel 32c of the nightwear 41. The portion 43b fixed to the panel 32 is located on the front panel 32b. That is, portion 43b is fixed to the panel 32. The band-shaped member 43 extends along the waist direction D4 from portion 43b toward the back panel 32c.

[0081] The insertion portion 44 has an opening 44b through which the free end 43c is inserted. The insertion portion 44 has a bag-like shape that covers at least a portion of the strip-shaped member 43. For example, the insertion portion 44 has a bag-like shape that covers all of the portion 43b of the strip-shaped member 43. The insertion portion 44 extends, for example, across the front panel 32b and the back panel 32c of the nightwear 41. For example, the insertion portion 44 has a rectangular shape. The opening 44b of the insertion portion 44 is formed, for example, at the longitudinal end of the insertion portion 44. The longitudinal end of the insertion portion 44 is located, for example, at the back panel 32c. A portion of the free end 43c is exposed from the opening 44b, for example, at the back panel 32c.

[0082] A strip-shaped member 43, which is inserted through the insertion portion 44 and folded back at the insertion portion 44, is fastened to the fastening portion 45. For example, the free end 43c has a hook portion 43g that is fastened to the fastening portion 45. The free end 43c may be provided with a plurality of hook portions 43g arranged along the waist direction D4. For example, the fastening portion 45 is a button, and the hook portion 43g is a buttonhole. The free end 43c is formed so that a plurality (two, for example) of buttonholes are arranged along the waist direction D4. For example, the fastening portion 45 is fixed to the insertion portion 44 at the position on the front body 32b side of the nightwear 41.

[0083] When the strip-shaped member 43 is folded back at the insertion portion 44 and fastened to the fastening portion 45, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is reduced. In the state shown in Figure 12(a), the strip-shaped member 43 is not fastened to the fastening portion 45. At this time, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is not reduced. In the waist direction D4, the length of the free end portion 43c exposed from the insertion portion 44 is shorter than the length of the strip-shaped member 43 covered by the insertion portion 44. The part to which the fastening portion 45 is fixed is located on the front body 32b side and is therefore not shown in Figure 12(a).

[0084] In the state shown in Figure 12(b), the free end 43c is pulled out further from the insertion portion 44 than in the state shown in Figure 12(a). As the free end 43c is pulled out, the portion of the front body 32b to which the part 43b is fixed is pulled towards the back body 32c. Consequently, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is reduced. At this time, in the waist direction D4, the length of the free end 43c exposed from the insertion portion 44 is greater than or equal to the length of the strip-shaped member 43 covered by the insertion portion 44. Since the portion of the front body 32b to which the part 43b is fixed is pulled towards the back body 32c, the fastening portion 45 moves from the front body 32b side to the back body 32c side.

[0085] In the state shown in Figure 12(c), the strip-shaped member 43 is folded back at the insertion portion 44 and fastened to the fastening portion 45. More specifically, the free end 43c is folded back at the opening 44b, and the hook portion 43g (buttonhole) provided on the free end 43c is fastened to the fastening portion 45 (button). By folding the strip-shaped member 43 back at the insertion portion 44 and fastening to the fastening portion 45, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is maintained in a reduced state.

[0086] Next, the roll-up 46 will be described. As shown in Figures 13(a), 13(b), 14(a), and 14(b), for example, the nightwear 41 is equipped with a roll-up 46. The roll-up 46 is provided on the sleeve 33. Figures 13(a) and 13(b) are enlarged views of the roll-up 46. Figures 14(a) and 14(b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of how the roll-up 46 is used.

[0087] The roll-up 46 has a strip-shaped member 47 and a fastening portion 48. The strip-shaped member 47 includes a portion 47b fixed to the sleeve 33 and a free end portion 47c. The free end portion 47c is the portion not fixed to the sleeve 33. The strip-shaped member 47 extends from portion 47b toward the cuff 33b of the sleeve 33. The strip-shaped member 47 is located on the inside of the sleeve 33; that is, the strip-shaped member 47 is covered by the sleeve 33. The fastening portion 48 is located on the outside of the sleeve 33. For example, the fastening portion 48 is a button. The free end portion 47c is provided with a hook portion 47d. For example, the hook portion 47d is a buttonhole.

[0088] When the strip-shaped member 47 is folded back at the cuff 33b and fastened to the fastening portion 48, the length of the sleeve 33 is reduced. For example, the length of the sleeve 33 is reduced by rolling it up. As an example, the sleeve 33 is rolled up with the cuff 33b folded back. The cuff 33b is rolled up until the free end 47c is exposed. For example, the length of the free end 47c exposed from the sleeve 33 is greater than or equal to the length of the strip-shaped member 47 covered by the sleeve 33.

[0089] For example, the strip-shaped member 47 is folded back at the cuff 33b and fastened to the fastening portion 48. More specifically, a hook portion 47d (buttonhole) provided at the free end 47c is fastened to the fastening portion 48 (button). Because the strip-shaped member 47 is folded back at the cuff 33b and fastened to the fastening portion 48, the length of the cuff 33b is maintained in a reduced state. That is, the cuff 33b is maintained in a rolled-up state.

[0090] As described above, in the nightwear 41 according to the fourth embodiment, as shown in Figures 12(a) to 12(c) and 15, the body 32 has at least one adjuster 42 located at the waist of the wearer M. The adjuster 42 has a band-shaped member 43 that extends in the direction D4 around the wearer M's waist, including a portion 43b fixed to the body 32 and a free end portion 43c not fixed to the body 32; an insertion portion 44 provided on the body 32, through which the free end portion 43c is inserted and through which an opening 44b is formed; and a fastening portion 45 that is inserted through the insertion portion 44 and fastens the band-shaped member 43 that has been folded back at the insertion portion 44.

[0091] When the band-shaped member 43 is folded back at the insertion portion 44 and fastened to the fastening portion 45, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is reduced. Therefore, when the band-shaped member 43 of the adjuster 42 is folded back at the insertion portion 44 and fastened to the fastening portion 45, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is reduced. Therefore, by folding back and fastening the band-shaped member 43 inserted through the insertion portion 44, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 can be reduced, making it possible to tighten the waist area.

[0092] Therefore, even without tucking the hem 36 of the nightwear 41 into the lower garment, the waist area of ​​the body 32 can be tightened, thus preventing the wearer M from getting cold while sleeping and preventing the garment from becoming disheveled. Also, since the hem 36 does not need to be tucked into the lower garment, it avoids the wearer M having an unattractive appearance. On the other hand, when the band-shaped member 43 is not fastened to the fastening part 45, the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is not reduced. When the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 is not reduced, the waist area of ​​the body 32 is not tightened, so the wearer M can wear the nightwear 41 loosely. Therefore, the nightwear 41 can be worn with a stress-free feeling. Before going to sleep, the wearer M can adjust the length of the body 32 in the waist direction D4 by choosing whether to fold the band-shaped member 43 back at the insertion part 44 and fasten it to the fastening part 45, or not fasten it, thereby improving the wearer M's sleeping comfort.

[0093] Furthermore, the nightwear 41 includes a pair of roll-ups 46. Each roll-up 46 is located on each sleeve 33. Each roll-up 46 has a band-shaped member 47 and a fastening part 48. When the band-shaped member 47 is folded back at the cuff 33b and fastened to the fastening part 48, the length of the sleeve 33 is reduced. Thus, the wearer M can wear the nightwear 41 as loungewear by, for example, adjusting the sleeve 33 to a three-quarter length.

[0094] (Fifth embodiment) Next, the nightwear 51 according to the fifth embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 16(a) and 16(b). Figure 16(a) is a diagram showing the top 52 of the nightwear 51. Figure 16(b) is a diagram showing the bottom 53 of the nightwear 51. The nightwear 51 is, for example, a thermal pajama worn in winter. The nightwear 51 comprises a top 52 and a bottom 53. For example, the material of the top 52 and the material of the bottom 53 are the same.

[0095] For example, the upper garment 52 and the lower garment 53 are each made of woven fabric. For instance, the upper garment 52 has a heat-retaining structure 52A, and the lower garment 53 has a heat-retaining structure 53A. By having the heat-retaining structures 52A and 53A in both the upper garment 52 and the lower garment 53, the nightwear 51 exhibits high heat retention.

[0096] The garment 52 comprises a body 54, a pair of sleeves 55 extending from the body 54, and a collar 56 projecting upward from the body 54. The body 54 has a left body 54b and a right body 54c. The garment 52 has a number of buttons 52b for fastening the right body 54c to the left body 54b, and pockets 52c. For example, a number of buttons 52b are attached to the left body 54b, and buttonholes are formed in the right body 54c for fastening each of the buttons 52b. For example, pockets 52c are sewn to the left body 54b and the right body 54c, respectively.

[0097] The sleeve 55 has a left sleeve 55b extending to the left from the upper part of the left body panel 54b, and a right sleeve 55c extending to the right from the upper part of the right body panel 54c. The wearer M's left arm goes through the left sleeve 55b, and the wearer M's right arm goes through the right sleeve 55c. The heat retention structure 52A is provided, for example, at the cuffs of the left sleeve 55b and the right sleeve 55c.

[0098] The collar 56 is, for example, a high neck that protrudes upward from the upper edge of the bodice 54. The collar 56 has a tubular shape that covers the neck of the wearer M. The collar 56 has a right part 56b located on the right side as viewed from the wearer M wearing the nightwear 51, and a left part 56c located on the left side as viewed from the wearer M. For example, the top 52 has a button 52d attached to the left part 56c, and a buttonhole is formed in the right part 56b into which the button 52d is fastened.

[0099] The trousers 53 have a rise 57 and a pair of inseams 58 extending downward from the rise 57. Furthermore, the trousers 53 have a waist circumference 59 located at the upper end of the rise 57. Each of the pair of inseams 58 has a hem 58b. The thermal insulation structure 53A of the trousers 53 is provided, for example, on each of the pair of hems 58b. For example, the thermal insulation structure 53A has a tubular outer fabric 53b that is continuous with the outer fabric of the trousers 53 and a tubular inner fabric 53c that is sewn to the inside of the outer fabric 53b. The upper end of the inner fabric 53c is sewn to the inner surface of the outer fabric 53b.

[0100] The outer fabric 53b has an outer opening 53d through which the wearer M's feet pass, and the inner fabric 53c has an inner opening 53f through which the wearer M's feet pass. The inner opening 53f is located inside the outer fabric 53b, and for example, the inner fabric 53c does not have any parts that protrude from the outer fabric 53b. For example, the material of the inner fabric 53c is the same as the material of the outer fabric 53b.

[0101] For example, the outer fabric 53b and the inner fabric 53c are each made of woven fabric. A ring-shaped elastic cord is passed through the inner opening 53f, and this elastic cord makes the circumference of the inner opening 53f shorter than the circumference of the outer opening 53d. Also, the width of the inner opening 53f is shorter than the width of the outer opening 53d. The ring-shaped elastic cord passed through the inner opening 53f makes it possible to tighten the wearer M's legs.

[0102] The thermal insulation structure 52A of the sleeve 55 has an outer tubular fabric 61 with an opening 61b through which the wearer M's hand passes, and an inner tubular fabric 62 that extends in and out of the opening 61b. The outer tubular fabric 61 extends continuously from the body 54. The inner tubular fabric 62 is sewn to the outer tubular fabric 61 on the inside of the outer tubular fabric 61.

[0103] The nightwear 51 has a tubular seam 63 sewn to the inside of an outer tubular fabric 61, and an inner tubular fabric 62 is sewn to the seam 63. For example, the seam 63 is an intermediate tubular fabric interposed between the outer tubular fabric 61 and the inner tubular fabric 62. The material of the seam 63 is, for example, the same as the material of the outer tubular fabric 61.

[0104] For example, the sewn section 63 is made of the same fabric as the outer tubular fabric 61. As an example, the sewn section 63 is made of woven fabric. The sewn section 63 is made of, for example, a non-stretch fabric. The sewn section 63 has less elasticity than the inner tubular fabric 62. For example, the sewn section 63 is connected to the inner tubular fabric 62 by sewing. The inner tubular fabric 62 is folded over at the joint (boundary) with the sewn section 63. For example, when it is hot, the wearer M can fold the inner tubular fabric 62 inward (towards the base of the arm) in a natural style. If the sewn section 63 is made of a non-stretch fabric, the joint with the inner tubular fabric 62 is firmly fixed, making it even easier to fold the inner tubular fabric 62.

[0105] Both the outer tubular fabric 61 and the inner tubular fabric 62 are designed to be rolled up. For example, the material of the inner tubular fabric 62 is different from the material of the outer tubular fabric 61 (sewn portion 63). As an example, the elasticity of the inner tubular fabric 62 is higher than that of the outer tubular fabric 61.

[0106] For example, the thickness of the inner tubular fabric 62 is greater than the thickness of the outer tubular fabric 61. In this case, since the inner tubular fabric 62, which has an inner surface that comes into contact with the wearer M's hand, is thicker than the outer tubular fabric 61, the heat retention of the wearer M's hand can be improved. As an example, the inner tubular fabric 62 is made of knitted material (knitted fabric).

[0107] Furthermore, the inner tubular fabric 62 may be made of wool, silk, cotton, or cashmere. For example, the inner tubular fabric 62 may be made of the same material used for socks. In this case, the material used for socks that keep the feet warm can be effectively utilized as the inner tubular fabric 62. As an example, the inner tubular fabric 62 is fluffier than the outer tubular fabric 61.

[0108] The end 62c of the inner tubular fabric 62 protrudes from the opening 61b. The inner tubular fabric 62 has, for example, a first opening 62d located at the end 62c through which the wearer's fingers other than the thumb are inserted, and a second opening 62g formed on the side 62f of the inner tubular fabric 62 through which the wearer's thumb is inserted. With the inner tubular fabric 62 protruding from the outer tubular fabric 61, the fingers other than the thumb are inserted through the first opening 62d and the thumb is inserted through the second opening 62g, allowing the hands to be kept warmer more effectively. For example, the second opening 62g is slit-shaped and extends in the axial direction D of the inner tubular fabric 62.

[0109] For example, the length of the inner tubular fabric 62 in the axial direction D when no hand is inserted is longer than the length of the inner tubular fabric 62 in the width direction W when no hand is inserted. In this case, sufficient length of the inner tubular fabric 62 in the axial direction D can be ensured, further enhancing the warmth retention of the hand.

[0110] The inner tubular fabric 62 is designed to be accommodated inside the outer tubular fabric 61 between the seam 63 and the opening 61b of the outer tubular fabric 61. For example, the sleeve 55 has a storage space 55d between the outer tubular fabric 61 and the inner tubular fabric 62 for accommodating the rolled-up portion of the inner tubular fabric 62. The inner tubular fabric 62 can be rolled up while the rolled-up portion of the inner tubular fabric 62 is accommodated into the storage space 55d.

[0111] In the nightwear 51 according to the fifth embodiment, the sleeve 55 has an outer tubular fabric 61 and an inner tubular fabric 62, and the inner tubular fabric 62 extends and retracts from the opening 61b of the outer tubular fabric 61. By arranging the inner tubular fabric 62 inside the outer tubular fabric 61 in the sleeve 55, heat retention can be ensured in the sleeve 55 portion.

[0112] The inner tubular fabric 62 is connected to the outer tubular fabric 61 via a seam 63, and the inner tubular fabric 62 can be housed inside the outer tubular fabric 61 (storage space 55d) between the seam 63 and the opening 61b. Therefore, when the sleeve 55 is rolled up, the inner tubular fabric 62 can be housed inside the outer tubular fabric 61, resulting in a natural appearance when the sleeve 55 is rolled up. Thus, a natural appearance can be maintained even when the sleeve 55 is rolled up.

[0113] (Sixth Embodiment) Figure 17 is a perspective view showing a nightwear bottom garment 73 as an example according to the sixth embodiment. Some of the components of the bottom garment 73 are the same as some of the components of the bottom garment 53 described above. Hereinafter, the same reference numerals are used for components that are the same as those of the bottom garment 53 described above, and redundant explanations are omitted. The bottom garment 73 has a different heat retention structure 73A than the heat retention structure 53A described above. As a result, the bottom garment 73 exhibits even higher heat retention than the bottom garment 53. The bottom garment 73 has a crotch 77 and a pair of inseams 78 extending downward from the crotch 77, and each of the pair of inseams 78 has a hem 79.

[0114] The thermal insulation structure 73A of the lower garment 73 is provided at each of the pair of hems 79. The thermal insulation structure 73A includes, for example, an outer tubular fabric 81 having an opening 81b through which the wearer's legs pass, and an inner tubular fabric 82 that extends in and out of the opening 81b. For example, the outer tubular fabric 81 extends continuously from the crotch 77. The inner tubular fabric 82 is sewn to the outer tubular fabric 81 on the inside of the outer tubular fabric 81. The inner tubular fabric 82 may be sewn to the outer tubular fabric 81 via an intermediate tubular fabric such as the aforementioned sewing section 63, or it may be sewn directly to the outer tubular fabric 81.

[0115] Both the outer tubular fabric 81 and the inner tubular fabric 82 are designed to be rolled up. For example, the material of the inner tubular fabric 82 is different from the material of the outer tubular fabric 81, and the elasticity of the inner tubular fabric 82 is higher than that of the outer tubular fabric 81. For example, the thickness of the inner tubular fabric 82 is greater than that of the outer tubular fabric 81. In this case, since the inner tubular fabric 82, which has an inner surface that comes into contact with the wearer's feet, is thicker than the outer tubular fabric 81, it is possible to improve the heat retention of the wearer's feet. As an example, the inner tubular fabric 82 is made of a mohair-like fabric.

[0116] One end (upper end) of the inner tubular fabric 82 in the axial direction Y, which is the direction in which the axis X of the inner tubular fabric 82 extends, is connected to the outer tubular fabric 81 via a seam. The other end 82c of the inner tubular fabric 82 protrudes from the opening 81b when the inner tubular fabric 82 is extended in the axial direction Y.

[0117] The inner tubular fabric 82 has a third opening 82d located at the other end 82c through which the wearer's fingers (toes) can be passed, and a fourth opening 82g formed on the side 82f of the inner tubular fabric 82 through which the wearer's heel is exposed. With the inner tubular fabric 82 protruding from the outer tubular fabric 81, and with multiple fingers passed through the third opening 82d and the heel exposed through the fourth opening 82g, the feet can be kept sufficiently warm.

[0118] For example, all of the wearer's toes are passed through the third opening 82d, and the heel is passed through the fourth opening 82g. By passing the toes through the third opening 82d and exposing the heel through the fourth opening 82g, the foot can be kept sufficiently warm, and the inner tubular fabric 82 can be made to fit the foot well.

[0119] The inner tubular fabric 82, like the inner tubular fabric 62 described above, is designed to be housed inside the outer tubular fabric 81 up to the opening 81b of the outer tubular fabric 81. The other end 82c of the inner tubular fabric 82 is designed to be housed inside the outer tubular fabric 81 from the sewing portion of the inner tubular fabric 82 to the opening 81b of the outer tubular fabric 81.

[0120] For example, the hem 79 has a storage space 79d between the outer tubular fabric 81 and the inner tubular fabric 82 for accommodating the rolled-up portion of the inner tubular fabric 82. The inner tubular fabric 82 can be rolled up by folding the other end 82c outwards, thereby accommodating the rolled-up portion in the storage space 79d.

[0121] As described above, in the nightwear according to the sixth embodiment, the hem 79 of the lower garment 73 has an outer tubular fabric 81 and an inner tubular fabric 82, and the inner tubular fabric 82 extends and retracts from the opening 81b of the outer tubular fabric 81. By positioning the inner tubular fabric 82 inside the outer tubular fabric 81 at the hem 79, heat retention can be ensured at the hem 79. One end of the inner tubular fabric 82 is connected to the outer tubular fabric 81 via a seam, and the other end 82c of the inner tubular fabric 82 can be accommodated inside the outer tubular fabric 81 between the seam and the opening 81b. Therefore, when the hem 79 is rolled up, the other end 82c of the inner tubular fabric 82 can be accommodated inside the outer tubular fabric 81, so that the appearance when the hem 79 is rolled up is natural. Thus, even when the hem 79 is rolled up, a natural appearance can be maintained.

[0122] Furthermore, in the nightwear according to the sixth embodiment, the inner tubular fabric 82 has a third opening 82d located at the other end 82c through which the wearer's fingers can be inserted, and a fourth opening 82g formed at a different position from the other end 82c, through which the wearer's heel is exposed. Thus, the wearer's fingers can be inserted through the third opening 82d, and the wearer's heel can be inserted through the fourth opening 82g. By having the inner tubular fabric 82 have a fourth opening 82g through which the heel is exposed, the shape of the inner tubular fabric 82 can be simplified. That is, when a fourth opening 82g through which the heel is exposed is formed, the shape of the inner tubular fabric 82 through which the foot is inserted does not have to be folded like a sock, but can be made into a straight shape. Therefore, the inner tubular fabric 82 can be easily rolled up. When the inner tubular fabric 82 has a fourth opening 82g through which the heel is exposed, it can be made more flexible to the wearer's foot size. Furthermore, if a fourth opening 82g is formed that exposes the heel, it becomes less likely for the foot to slip while walking or performing other activities.

[0123] The various embodiments of the nightwear relating to this disclosure have been described above. However, this disclosure is not limited to the embodiments described above and can be modified as appropriate without changing the gist of the claims. That is, the shape, size, material, number, and arrangement of each part of the nightwear relating to this disclosure can be modified as appropriate within the scope of the gist described above. The nightwear relating to the first to sixth embodiments has been described above, but the nightwear relating to this disclosure may be nightwear that combines these embodiments. That is, it may be nightwear that combines one form from the first to sixth embodiments with a form different from that one form from the first to sixth embodiments. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0124] 1...Nightwear, 2...Top, 2b...Button, 2c...Pocket, 2f...Third fabric, 2g...Fourth fabric, 2h...Fifth fabric, 2j...Brand label, 3...Bottoms, 3b...Tuck, 3c...Front fabric section, 3d...Back fabric section, 3f...Sixth fabric, 3g...Seventh fabric, 4...Body, 4b...Left body, 4c...Right body, 4d...Front body, 4f...Back body, 4g...First fabric, 4h...Tuck, 4j...Inside, 4k...Reinforcement fabric, 5...Sleeve, 5b...Left sleeve, 5c...Right sleeve, 5d...Second fabric, 6...Collar, 6b...Right side, 6c...Left side, 7...Crop, 8...Inseam, 8b...Hem, 9...Waist, 9b...Elastic cord, 9c...Fabric section, 10...First thick section, 10b...Top edge, 10c...Hypotenuse, 10d...Bottom edge, 11...First part, 12...Second part, 13...Third part, 14...Fourth part, 23...Lower garment, 23b...Back, 23c...Opening, 25...Second thick part, 26...Third thick part, 31...Nightwear, 32...Body, 32b...Front body, 32c...Back body, 32d...Front placket, 32f...Upper body, 32g...Lower body, 32h...Boundary line, 33...Sleeve, 33b...Cuff, 34...End, 35...Neckline, 36...Hem, 37...Gusset, 37b...Short side, 37c...First long side, 37d...Second long side, 37f...Third long side, 38...Stretchable part, 38b...Curved part, 38c...Adjacent part, 41...Nightwear 42...Adjuster, 43...Strip-shaped member, 43b...Part, 43c...Free end, 43g...Hanging part, 44...Insertion part, 44b...Opening, 45...Fastening part, 46...Roll-up, 47...Strip-shaped member, 47b...Part, 47c...Free end, 47d...Hanging part, 48...Fastening part, 51...Nightwear, 52...Top, 52A...Insulation structure, 52b...Button, 52c...Pocket, 52d...Button, 53...Bottom, 53A...Insulation structure, 53b...Outer fabric, 53c...Inner fabric, 53d...Outer opening, 53f...Inner opening, 54...Body, 54b...Left body, 54c...Right body, 55...Sleeve, 55b...Left sleeve, 55c... Right sleeve, 55d...Storage space, 56...Collar, 56b...Right side, 56c...Left side, 57...Crop, 58...Inseam, 58b...Hem, 59...Waist, 61...Outer tubular fabric, 61b...Opening, 62...Inner tubular fabric, 62c...End, 62d...First opening, 62f...Side, 62g...Second opening, 73...Lower garment, 73A...Insulation structure, 77...Crop, 78...Inseam, 79...Hem, 79d...Storage space, 81...Outer tubular fabric, 81b...Opening, 82...Inner tubular fabric, 82c...Other end, 82d...Third opening, 82f...Side, 82g...Fourth opening, 83...Seam, B...Bedding, D...Axial direction, D1...First direction, D2...Second direction,D4…Waist circumference direction, L1, L2…Boundary line, L3…Midpoint, M…Wearer, M1…Scapula, M2…Interval, M3…Ankle, M4…Foot, M5…Scapula, P1…Location, P2…Part, W…Width direction, X…Axis, Y…Axis direction, θ…Angle.

Claims

1. A nightwear having a top comprising a bodice and a pair of sleeves, The aforementioned bodice includes a front bodice and a back bodice. The aforementioned back panel is located behind the pair of shoulder blades on the wearer's body of the nightwear and includes a first thickened section that is thicker than the surrounding area. Nightwear.

2. A pair of expandable parts located posterior to the scapula, A pair of gussets located below the wearer's armpits, Equipped with, The aforementioned back panel is, An upper body extending from between the pair of stretchable parts to below each of the stretchable parts, A lower bodice extending from the upper bodice to the hem of the bodice, It includes, Each of the aforementioned stretchable parts is made of a fabric that is more stretchable than the lower body. The nightwear according to claim 1.

3. It has a crotch and a pair of inseams, The aforementioned rise is located in front of the wearer's abdomen and includes a second thicker section that is thicker than the surrounding area. The nightwear according to claim 1 or 2.

4. The aforementioned garment has at least one adjuster located at the wearer's waist, The aforementioned adjuster is, A band-shaped member extending in the direction of the wearer's waist, including a portion fixed to the garment and a free end not fixed to the garment, An insertion portion is provided on the garment, and an opening is formed through which the free end is inserted, It has a fastening portion through which the strip-shaped member is inserted and folded back in the insertion portion is fastened, When the strip-shaped member is folded back at the insertion portion and fastened to the fastening portion, the length of the body in the direction of the waist is reduced. The nightwear according to claim 1 or 2.

5. It has a crotch and a pair of inseams, Each of the pair of inseams has a hem, The hem is located behind the wearer's ankle and includes a third thicker section that is thicker than the surrounding area. The nightwear according to claim 1 or 2.

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