Patent Application
20230346049
The present disclosure relates generally to garments, specifically adjustable maternity and nursing brassieres having multiway adjustability. The brassieres disclosed herein can be adjusted at the band and straps along with the cup size and cup lining to rapidly accommodate breast changes during and after pregnancy, and particularly during breastfeeding.
The background description provided herein gives context for the present disclosure. Work of the presently named inventors, as well as aspects of the description that may not otherwise qualify as prior art at the time of filing, are neither expressly nor impliedly admitted as prior art.
Brassieres (“bras”) are an essential garment, particularly during pregnancy and breastfeeding. During breastfeeding, due to increased milk volume, there are substantial changes to the size and shape of the breasts. The shape and size of the breasts can vary frequently, as much as several times a day depending on milk volume.
In general, traditional bras are configured to accommodate foam pads and metal wires inside of the cups. Most foam cups are made out of rigid polyurethane and reinforced with a metal underwire, but such bra cups fail to meet the demands of nursing as they lack adjustability and are often uncomfortable. In particular, the metal underwire customarily attached at the base of the bra band can irritate sensitive breasts. Beyond simple discomfort, wearing an ill-fitting or inflexible bra may cause serious diseases, such as obstructed milk ducts, breast engorgement, and mastitis.
Existing nursing bras were designed to provide a comfortable and safe breastfeeding experience. There are two major categories of nursing bras: cut-and-sew bras and seamless knitted bras. The cut-and-sew bras are configured as open cups with special clipped closures on the front of the shoulder straps. The cups can be pulled down or to the side of the torso to expose the breast for breastfeeding. The seamless knitted nursing bras are made out of highly stretchable spandex yarns and knitted by a circular weft knitting machine. These bras fit circularly around the body without including separate panels. The cups of nursing bras are configured as open cups with clipped closures on the shoulder straps to enable ease of access for nursing.
However, these nursing bras suffer from several significant deficiencies. The style and function of typical nursing bras do not offer true flexibility or comfort for individuals who face regular changes to their breasts and bodies. For example, traditional cut-and-sew nursing bras do not permit adjustment to the cup size and permit only minimal adjustment to the band size, often through the selection of larger or smaller eyelet hooks at the bra clasp. The cut-and-sew nursing bras, therefore, do not provide an adjustable fit. This lack of adjustability requires the wearer to purchase multiple bras in different sizes, but even with multiple bras, the wearer cannot adjust the cut-and-sew bra during the day as breast volume and sensitivity change.
Even though the seamless knitted nursing bras are more flexible than cut-and-sew bras (in the sense that they provide more stretch) since the seamless bras are typically one continuous piece of fabric, they are not adjustable. Additionally, the tension of the yarns and knitting structure can cause fit issues on the cups and unnecessary pressure against the sensitive breasts. Further, it can be difficult to put on and take off traditional seamless bras.
To accommodate changing cup and body size, it is often necessary to buy multiple cut-and-sew bras. Thus, there exists a need to develop nursing and maternity garments that are easily adjustable.
More particularly, there is a need to develop nursing and maternity bras that are adjustable in multiple ways, namely in the cup size, the cup lining, the strap length and configuration, and the band size, among other things.
There is also a need to develop nursing and maternity bras that are comfortable and adequately support the breasts without requiring an underwire or a center gore or bridge.
These and other objects, advantages, and features of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following specification taken in conjunction with the claims set forth herein.
The following objects, features, advantages, aspects, and/or embodiments, are not exhaustive and do not limit the overall disclosure. No single embodiment needs to provide every object, feature, or advantage. Any of the objects, features, advantages, aspects, and/or embodiments disclosed herein can be integrated with one another, either in full or in part.
The present disclosure relates to a garment, particularly a bra, comprising a band configured to extend around a body of a wearer, a first cup connected to the band, a second cup connected to the band, a first shoulder strap releasably connected to the first cup by a first clasp set, a second shoulder strap releasably connected to the second cup by a second clasp set, one or more supports releasably connected to the band, and one or more band fasteners configured to connect the one or more supports to the band. In some embodiments, the band comprises an opening. In some embodiments, the one or more supports comprise a continuous wing and a support belt comprising a first detachable portion and a second detachable portion.
According to an embodiment, the one or more band fasteners comprise a first band fastener and a second band fastener; wherein the first detachable portion of the support belt passes through the opening on the band and is releasably connected to the band, and the first detachable portion of the support belt by the first band fastener; and wherein the second detachable portion of the support belt passes over the first detachable portion of the support belt and is releasably connected to the band and the second detachable portion of the support belt by the second band fastener.
In some embodiments, the garment further comprises an elastic belt attached to the band. In an embodiment, the garment further comprises a first cup support and a second cup support. According to some embodiments, the first clasp set comprises a first bottom component attached to the first shoulder strap and the first cup support, and a first top component attached to the first cup; and wherein the second clasp set comprises a second bottom component attached to the second shoulder strap and the second cup support, and a second top component attached to the second cup. In further embodiments, the one or more supports comprise a first support wing and a second support wing.
In some embodiments, the garment further comprises a first retaining strap, a second retaining strap, a first stabilizer panel, and a second stabilizer panel; and wherein the one or more band fasteners comprise a first band fastener and a second band fastener. In a further embodiment, the first retaining strap is connected to the first shoulder strap via the first clasp set and the first stabilizer panel; wherein the second retaining strap is connected to the second shoulder strap via the second clasp set and the second stabilizer panel. In a still further embodiment, the first stabilizer panel is connected to the first cup, the band, and a first back wing; and wherein the second stabilizer panel is connected to the second cup, the band, and a second back wing.
According to an embodiment, the garment further comprises a hook and eye closure system, wherein the first back wing, the second back wing, and the band open and close around the body of the wearer via the hook and eye closure system.
In some embodiments, the first support wing crosses across the body of the wearer in a first direction and is releasably connected to the band by the first band fastener; and wherein the second support wing crosses across the body of the wearer in a second direction and is releasably connected to the band by the second band fastener.
In further embodiments, the first clasp set comprises a first bottom component attached to the first shoulder strap and the first retaining strap, and a first top component attached to the first cup; and wherein the second clasp set comprises a second bottom component attached to the second shoulder strap and the second retaining strap, and a second top component attached to the second cup.
In still further embodiments, the one or more supports comprise a support panel, a first back wing and a second back wing connected to opposite sides of the support panel; and an waistband comprising a first detachable portion and a second detachable portion wherein the waistband is connected to the support panel, the first back wing, and the second back wing.
According to an embodiment, the first clasp set comprises a first bottom component and a second bottom component attached to the first shoulder strap and a first side of the support panel, a first top component attached to the first cup, and a second top component attached to the first detachable portion of the waistband; and wherein the second clasp set comprises a third bottom component and a fourth bottom component attached to the second shoulder strap and a second portion of the support panel, a third top component attached to the first cup, and a fourth top component attached to the second detachable portion of the waistband.
In some embodiments, the one or more band fasteners comprise a first band fastener and a second band fastener; wherein the first band fastener releasably connects the band and the first detachable portion of the waistband; and wherein the second band fastener releasably connects the second detachable portion of the waistband to the first detachable portion of the waistband.
In an embodiment, the garment further comprises a hook and eye closure system, wherein the first back wing, the second back wing, and the waistband open and close around the body of the wearer via the hook and eye closure system.
According to a further embodiment, the garment further comprises a skirt connected to the waistband.
In a still further embodiment, the garment further comprises one or more elastic bands attached to the one or more supports.
These and/or other objects, features, advantages, aspects, and/or embodiments will become apparent after reviewing the following brief and detailed descriptions of the drawings. Furthermore, the present disclosure encompasses aspects and/or embodiments not expressly disclosed but which can be understood from a reading of the present disclosure, including at least: (a) combinations of disclosed aspects and/or embodiments and/or (b) reasonable modifications not shown or described.
An advantage of the instantly disclosed bras is that they overcome the deficiencies of traditional cut-and-sew and seamless nursing bras, in particular providing easy adjustment of multiple parts of the bra, such as the configuration of the bottom band to fit the changes in body weight and torso shape postpartum. In particular, the bra cups are gathered at the bottom seams to give more room for breast size change when expanded during lactation. Further, the cups include two layers, wherein each cup provides full coverage for both support and privacy. The foam pads are removable providing multiple options to wear during daytime and nighttime. The supporting inner liners of the bra are configured to be multi-functional. Firstly, the liners connect the cups to the shoulder straps. In some embodiments, when the cup is flipped down to expose the breast, the liner still attaches to the shoulder strap. Secondly, the liner is a piece that attaches to the cups at the bottom seam. The shape of the liners goes around the under part of the breasts to provide support to the heavy breasts. Additionally, the bra cups can be opened in two ways: opening on either side of the front shoulder straps and opening on either side of the front bottom band. Instead of having elastic on the bottom band, as the traditional nursing bra does, the embodiments described herein use double layers of self-fabric to create a wide bottom band that gives a comfortable feel to nursing mothers. Soft Velcro is attached to the bottom band and the bottom band belts to allow easy access to opening the vertically oriented bottom band, thus permitting adjustability for a proper fit around the torso. In some embodiments, three flat elastics are horizontally attached at the inside of the bottom band to provide extra support for the bottom band and make it more secure on the torso. Three rolls of the flat elastics at the center front area provide flexibility to the bottom band to comfortably fit around the torso and easily adjust the adjustable bottom band wings.
Several embodiments in which the present disclosure can be practiced are illustrated and described in detail, wherein like reference characters represent like components throughout the several views. The drawings are presented for exemplary purposes and may not be to scale unless otherwise indicated.
The select embodiments described herein are not limiting; it will be appreciated that each of the features explicitly described herein and their equivalents may be combined together in a number of distinct permutations.
The present disclosure is not to be limited to that described herein. Changes can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. No features shown or described are essential to permit the basic operation of the present disclosure unless otherwise indicated. All terminology used herein is to describe particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting in any manner or scope. For example, as used in this disclosure, the singular forms “a,” “an” and “the” can include plural referents unless the context indicates otherwise. Unless indicated otherwise, “or” can mean any one element alone or any combination thereof, e.g., “A, B, or C” means the same as any of A alone, B alone, C alone, “A and B,” “A and C,” “B and C” or “A, B, and C.” Further, all units, prefixes, and symbols (e.g., inches) may be denoted in their SI accepted form.
Numeric ranges recited within the specification are inclusive of the numbers defining the range and include each integer within the defined range. Throughout this disclosure, various aspects of this disclosure are presented in a range format or a series of example measurements. It should be understood that the description in range or example measurement is merely for convenience and brevity and should not be construed as an inflexible limitation on the scope of the disclosure. Accordingly, the description of a range should be considered to have specifically disclosed all the possible sub-ranges, fractions, and individual numerical values within that range. For example, a description of a range such as from 1 to 6 should be considered to have specifically disclosed sub-ranges such as from 1 to 3, from 1 to 4, from 1 to 5, from 2 to 4, from 2 to 6, from 3 to 6, etc., as well as individual numbers within that range, for example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, and decimals and fractions, for example, 1.2, 3.8, 1½, and 4¾. Similarly, a series of example measurements should be understood to incorporate each integer falling within the upper limit and lower limit of the example measurements. For example, discussion of 1 inch, 2 inches, and 10 inches includes 1 inch, 2 inches, 3, inches, 4 inches, 5 inches, 6 inches, 7 inches, 8 inches, 9 inches, 10 inches, and decimals and fractions therein (e.g., 1.5 inches). This applies regardless of the breadth of the range.
So that the present disclosure may be more readily understood, certain terms are first defined. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which embodiments of the disclosure pertain. Many methods and materials similar, modified, or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice of the embodiments of the present disclosure without undue experimentation, the preferred materials and methods are described herein. In describing and claiming the embodiments of the present disclosure, the following terminology will be used in accordance with the definitions set out below.
The term “about” as used herein refers to slight variations in numerical quantities with respect to any quantifiable variable. Inadvertent error can occur, for example, through the use of typical measuring techniques or equipment or from differences in the manufacture or source of components. Regardless of whether the word “about” is explicitly included, this disclosure covers embodiments and components having slight variations in numerical quantities, measurements, sizes, and the like.
The term “generally” can refer to a common use or practice, and can also refer to a plurality, majority, and/or a supermajority of a quantifiable variable, based on context.
The term “configured” describes structures capable of performing a task or adopting a particular configuration. The term “configured” can be used interchangeably with other similar phrases, such as constructed, arranged, adapted, manufactured, and the like.
Terms characterizing sequential order, a position, and/or an orientation are not limiting and are only referenced according to the views presented.
The “scope” of the present disclosure is defined by the appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled. The scope of the disclosure is further qualified as including any possible modification to any of the aspects and/or embodiments disclosed herein which would result in other embodiments, combinations, sub-combinations, or the like that would be obvious to those skilled in the art.
As used here, the term “self-fabric” refers to a fabric piece or component made from the same fabric as the primary fabric, as opposed to contrast fabric. Self-fabric pieces can be used as liners and/or to provide additional support or tensile strength.
To solve the issues of the traditional cut and sew and seamless nursing bras, there is a need for a nursing bra that allows a mother to feel comfortable, wear the product easily, and adjust the configuration at the bottom band to fit the changes of her body weight and torso shape postpartum.
The adjustable nursing bra described herein has cups gathered at the bottom seams to provide more (or less) room for breast size changes when the breasts are full. There are two layers of fabric for the cups, and each cup provides full coverage to protect the wearer's privacy and support larger and/or heavier breasts. There is one foam pad between the layers of each bra cup. The foam pads are removable from the curve opening on the outer side seam of the inner layer of the cups. The supporting inner liners of the adjustable bra described herein are configured to achieve multiple purposes. Firstly, the liners hold the cups to the shoulder straps. When the cup is flipped down to expose the breast, the liner still attaches to the shoulder strap. Secondly, the liner also attaches to the cups at the bottom seam. The shape of the liners goes around the under part of the breasts to provide support for large and/or heavy breasts.
The bra cups of the adjustable bra described herein can be opened in two ways: opening on either side of the front shoulder straps; and opening on either side of the front part of the support belt. The support belt may comprise elastic to provide flexible stretch and account for changing torso size. However, in some embodiments, instead of having elastic on the bottom band, the disclosure described herein uses double layers of self-fabric to create a wide bottom band that provides a softer, more comfortable feel. A band fastener, preferably Velcro, is attached to the bottom band and the support wings to allow easy access to opening the vertically oriented bottom band, thus permitting easy adjustments for a proper fit around the torso. In an embodiment, where the band fastener comprises Velcro, the hook portion of the Velcro is positioned on the support belt and the soft portion of the Velcro is positioned
In some embodiments, the adjustable nursing bra has one or more elastic bands attached at the inside of the bottom band to provide extra support for the bottom band and make it more secure on the torso. In a preferred embodiment, the adjustable nursing bra has three flat elastic bands horizontally attached at the inside of the bottom band. In particular, three bands of flat elastic at the center front of the bra between and underneath the cups and support wings add flexibility to the bottom band, permitting comfort for different torso sizes and easy adjustability of the support wings.
Referring now to the figures,
In a preferred embodiment of the adjustable bra, the bra cups are lined. The two layers of fabric provide more protection and support to the breasts. The bra cups 1 may be of any suitable size, including but not limited to extra small, small, medium, large, extra-large, double extra-large, or numerical cup sizes AAA through H. In a preferred embodiment, bra cups 1 are wire-free. The bottom band 6 may be any suitable length and is configured to provide support to the cups 1 and hold the shape of the cups 1. The entire bottom band 6 preferably has two layers of fabric. In an embodiment, the top layer is the same fabric as the cups, and the bottom layer, which is close to the skin, is either the same fabric as the cups or is made of a stretchy but supportive material, such as power mesh, which provides much support for the breasts.
In a preferred embodiment, the strap length adjusters are preferably slides. Further, the shoulder straps 2 may be of any width (e.g., 5/16 inch, ⅜ inch, half-inch, three-quarter inch, and the like). In determining the size of the shoulder straps 2, the width of the shoulder straps 2 should be wide enough to hold the weight of the breasts across the shoulders without cutting into the skin. Shoulder straps may be made of containing elastic or any other comfortable material. The shoulder straps 2 are connected to the cups 1 and cup supports 7 via one or more clasp sets 20. The cups can be opened and closed via the bottom component of the clasp 19a and the top component of the clasp 19b, permitting a wearer to use one hand to flip down the cup for breastfeeding. The length of shoulder straps 2 can be adjusted using the strap length adjusters 4 (not shown) attached to the cups 1 and the top edge of the back continuous wing 12 (not shown).
Adjustable Nursing Bra with Support System
In addition to adjustability, there is a need to provide a nursing bra that has an additional support system. Extra support and coverage are particularly desirable for individuals with large or heavy breasts. As an example, an adjustable bra with a support system includes bra cups that are gathered at the bottom seams to allow more room for breast size change when the breasts are full of breastmilk. Preferably, there are two layers of fabric for the cups, and each cup provides full coverage to protect the mother's privacy and support the heavy breast. Additionally, the bra includes retaining straps and support wings which are configured to provide an extra support system to stabilize heavy breasts within the bra cups.
The support wings may be attached on both sides of the cups, starting from the side seams, the point where the fabric is connected to the back wing(s). The two support wings overlap at the center front of the bra and close at the front bottom band using a band fastener such as Velcro. For example, soft Velcro may be attached to the bottom band and the terminal point of the support wings to allow the wearer to find the most efficient supporting position for the breasts. The support wings can be fully opened while the cup is unclipped for breastfeeding. Alternatively, the cup could be open, but the support wings closed to provide continuing support to the breast while breastfeeding. The fabric of the support wings could be stretch lace as the outer layer with power mesh as the lining.
The retaining straps are positioned in the interior of the cups. The purpose of having the retaining straps is to hold the shoulder straps firmly against the body while the cups are flipped down. In order to provide more support to the side of the breast, the retaining straps may be connected with a side panel that is made of a non-stretched stabilizer. The material of the retaining straps could be double layers of power mesh. The power mesh could provide more support and comfort to the wearer.
Overall, in addition to cup and band adjustability, the added support system of the adjustable nursing bra permits multiple supportive positions for the breasts by reliance on the size and shape of the bra cups, the support wings, the non-stretch stabilizer panel on the side of the inner bra, and/or the retaining straps.
Referring now to the figures,
The two bra cups 1 overlap at the center front center of the bra via the bottom band 6 such that they can hold the breasts. The cups optionally have cup gathering 5 at the center of the bottom seams, where the cups 1 are attached to the bottom band 6 to provide flexibility to fit on multiple sizes of breasts. In some embodiments, there are two layers of fabric to give more protection and support to the breasts. The bra cups 1 may be of any variable size, including but not limited to extra small, small, medium, large, extra-large, double extra large, or numerical cup sizes AAA through H. In preferred embodiments, the bra cups are wire-free. The bottom band 6 is configured to provide support to the cups and hold the shape of the cups. In preferred embodiments, the entire bottom band has two layers of fabric.
In an embodiment, the supported adjustable bra has no elastic attached to the bottom band 6. In some embodiments, elastic is present on the bottom band 6. In some embodiments, each terminal end of the support wings 3 includes a band fastener. In an embodiment, the band fastener may comprise a hook or a tie. In another embodiment, the band fastener comprises Velcro. In an embodiment where Velcro is used as the band fastener, the bottom band 6 and support wings 3 comprise complementary types of Velcro, enabling the support wings 3 to adjustably attach to, and detach from, the bottom band 6. Preferably, the soft Velcro is 0.5 inches to four inches wide, more preferably three inches wide, with any suitable length. For example, the Velcro attached to the bottom band 6 may be one or more short strips (1-3 inches long) or the Velcro may span the front of the torso or the circumference of the torso. In an embodiment, the soft surface Velcro is attached to the bottom band 6 so that during breastfeeding the infant's body will not contact the rough side of the Velcro, i.e., the soft Velcro may touch the infant's skin. The rough hook Velcro is preferably 0.5 inches to 3 inches wide, preferably about ⅝ inches wide, and attached on the inside of the terminal point of the support wings 3. The configuration of the Velcro allows the wearer to adjust the fit of the support wings around the breasts.
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Adjustable Nursing Bra with Support System and Skirt
In addition to adjustability and support, the nursing bra described herein may further include a nursing bra with a skirt that can be size-adjusted in four directions and can also be used as a bra top for daily use. More particularly, the adjustable nursing bra is a size adjustable nursing bra that can be easily opened through the front of the skirt closed via a closure system. The skirt is preferably an waistband that overlaps at the front to provide full coverage. Additionally, in some embodiments, the skirt beneficially includes part of a bra clasp set (for example the top component of the bra clasp set) such that the skirt can be clipped to hang from the bra clasp on the front shoulder strap. This is designed to prevent the baby from being covered by the fabric when the cup opens down, thereby improving the quality of the feed and avoiding safety issues. The nursing bra with a skirt is designed to provide a nursing bra with a skirt that is both functional and stylish. The gathered skirt allows this nursing camisole to be used either as a nursing nightgown or as a nursing bra top or dress for wearing during the day. Significantly, the nursing bra with a skirt provides a variety of ways to open the bra for breastfeeding so the wearer can choose the most suitable and comfortable configuration for breastfeeding. The four ways of opening include opening the bra from top to bottom and opening from the center to the side. In some embodiments, the adjustable nursing bra with a skirt also includes a support panel that provides support to the breasts while breastfeeding.
The adjustable nursing bra with a skirt is adjustable to a variety of sizes as the wearer can adjust, for example, the connections between shoulder straps and cups. Beneficially, the nursing bra allows the wearer to adjust cup sizes according to natural breast size changes in the wearer's post-partum body. The support panel underneath the cups not only provides good breast support for comfort and breast shape aesthetics but also plays the role of connecting the waistband of the skirt, which prevents the skirt from falling when the clasp system connecting the cup and the shoulder strap is opened. The waistband that overlaps at the front of the bra can also be clipped to hang from the clasp system on the front of the shoulder straps. This clipping capability is designed to prevent the infant from being covered by the fabric of the skirt when the cup opens down.
Referring now to the figures,
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The bra cups 1 may be overlapped as much or as little as is desired. For example, if the nursing bra with a skirt will be worn as a top or dress during the day, more overlap may be desirable. Accordingly, in some embodiments, the cups 1 have one or more seamlines 23, preferably a vertical seamline such as a dart, beginning at the bottom of the cups 1 and rising vertically towards the wearer's shoulders to better accommodate the shape and size of the breasts. The nursing bra with a skirt 22 may include cup supports 7 supporting the sides of the breasts. Alternatively or in addition to cup supports 7, the bra may include decorative components such as lace or silk. Further, it is preferable that the nursing bra with a skirt 22 include two layers of fabric on the cups 1 to give more protection and support to the breasts.
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The nursing bra with skirt has shoulder straps 2 of any suitable length and width including, without limitation, a width of 5/16 inches, ⅜ inches, ½ inches, ¾ inches, and the like. To determine the size of the shoulder straps 2, the width of the shoulder straps 2 should be wide enough to hold the weight of the mother's breasts across the shoulders without cutting into the skin. The shoulder straps 2 are connected to the support panel 24 and cups 1 at the point of the clasp sets 20 and further in the back of the nursing bra at the top of the back wings 15. The shoulder straps 2 further comprise strap length adjusters 4 to permit the wearer to modify the length of the straps.
The materials used in the adjustable nursing bras described herein may be made of any suitable material. Preferred fabrics include, but are not limited to, stretch materials such as cotton, spandex, nylon, polyester, acrylic, silk, lace, bamboo jersey, rayon, and other textile yarns, or combinations thereof, such as cotton-spandex blends, spandex-nylon blends, spandex-polyester blends, bamboo-rayon blends, and the like. Fabrics with less stretch can even be used for as desired for some parts of the bra, including cotton and LYCRA® blends, spandex single jersey knits, or a combination thereof. For example, single jersey knit may be used to form the breast supporting cup and to form or reinforce back portions of the bra. The fabric used for the inner lining of the cups or other parts of the bra may comprise softer fabrics, for example, a bamboo-rayon blend. Mesh or other strong materials may be used for any part of the bra where additional support is desirable. For example, the fabric of the support wings could be comprised of two materials: stretch lace as the outer layer and power mesh as the lining.
The adjustable bras disclosed herein may be provided in any suitable cup size or band size, such as cup size AAA, AA, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, and the like, and band sizes of 22 inches, 24 inches, 26 inches, 28 inches, 30 inches, 32 inches, 34 inches, 36 inches, 38 inches, 40 inches, 42 inches, 44 inches, 46 inches, 48 inches, and the like. It is noted that the adjustable bras are provided with a base size, but can be adjusted to accommodate other sizes. For example, an adjustable bra disclosed herein may be manufactured with a size C cup and a 34 inch band size, but the bra permits adjustments to cup sizes B-D, and band widths of 32-36 inches.
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From the foregoing, it can be seen that the present disclosure accomplishes at least all of the stated objectives.
The following table of reference characters and descriptors are not exhaustive, nor limiting, and include reasonable equivalents. If possible, elements identified by a reference character below and/or those elements which are ubiquitous within the art can replace or supplement any element identified by another reference character.
The garments described herein were evaluated by a test group of individuals. Pregnant and/or breastfeeding testers of varying band and breast size were asked to wear and use the nursing bras as described herein. The testers were then asked a series of questions and asked to rank the garments on a scale of 1-7, wherein 1 corresponded to “strongly disagree” and 7 corresponded to “strongly agree.”
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 63363889 | Apr 2022 | US |
