Patent Application
20240423298
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The present invention relates to garments, specifically to a garment attachment for bust support.
The following background information may present examples of specific aspects of the prior art (e.g., without limitation, approaches, facts, or common wisdom) that, while expected to be helpful to further educate the reader as to additional aspects of the prior art, is not to be construed as limiting the present invention, or any embodiments thereof, to anything stated or implied therein or inferred thereupon.
The need for bust support has been a long-standing issue for many women. Conventional methods for providing bust support, such as wearing a bra, have been widely used for many years. However, these conventional methods often lead to discomfort and restriction of movement, and can cause friction caused by the garment moving around. Women often face discomfort due to the tight straps, underwires, and band of traditional bras. In addition, wearing a bra can also restrict movement, making it difficult for women to engage in certain physical activities.
Another problem with conventional bust support methods is that they can be difficult to wear for extended periods of time. Women who wear bras for long periods of time may experience pain or discomfort, as well as skin irritation or chafing caused by the rubbing of the garment against the skin. This can be especially problematic for women who have larger busts, as the weight of their busts can put additional pressure on the straps, band, and underwires of the bra
Conventional compression bras typically fasten in the front using a hook and loop fastener that can scratch the skin and fail to provide an easy means for adjusting the amount of pressure exerted on a patient by the bra. An additional problem with the design of conventional compression bras is that a seam is located down the middle of each cup that rubs against the nipple and causes irritation to the patient. An even further problem with conventional bras is the side straps that wrap around the torso press against patients' lymph nodes located under the armpits, an area where incisions are commonly made during breast surgery, thereby causing further discomfort to the patient. Therefore, a need exists for an ergonomic post-operative compression bra that reduces the effects of swelling and bruising commonly experienced after breast surgery while not causing any discomfort normally experienced with conventional post-operative compression bras.
In order to overcome the problems associated with wearing bras for bust support, there have been various alternative solutions developed. For example, some women opt to wear a bra with a wider band or straps to reduce discomfort and irritation. Others choose to wear a bra with a softer underwire or a more flexible material to reduce the restriction of movement. However, these solutions still often leave women with some level of discomfort or restriction. Also, when women get lumpectomy, mastectomy or any breast augmentation, they are left with scars under their bust line that makes it extremely uncomfortable for them to wear bras while these scars are healing, this said top eliminates those discomfort and irritation under-bands and seams.
Therefore, there is a need for a more comfortable and unrestricted method of providing bust support that eliminates many of the problems associated with traditional bras. The present invention is directed to a garment attachment for bust support that provides a solution to these problems. By providing a spongy lightweight material sewn to the front panel of a garment, the garment attachment provides support to the bust of the wearer and lifts the chest by way of compression without the use of elastic or under-band, thereby providing a comfortable and unrestricted solution to the problems associated with traditional bras.
The present invention seeks to eliminate, or at least mitigate, the limitations and disadvantages of such known method, or at least provide an alternative. None of the prior art methods have been found to be completely suitable to meet these needs and are cumbersome. The present invention provides such a method and the overall combination of these features is nowhere disclosed in the prior art cited above which appears to be representative of the general art in this area although it is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of pertinent prior art patents.
In light of the disadvantages of the prior art, the following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features unique to the present invention and is not intended to be a full description. A full appreciation of the various aspects of the invention can be gained by taking the entire specification, claims, and abstract as a whole.
The following summary is an explanation of some of the general inventive steps for the garment and garment attachment in the description. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention and does not intend to limit its scope beyond what is described and claimed as a summary.
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a garment attachment for bust support. In some aspects, the garment attachment provides a comfortable and unrestricted alternative solution to traditional bras, which can cause discomfort and restriction of movement. The garment attachment comprises a spongy lightweight material sewn to the front panel of a garment. This material provides chest support through pressure and compression and eliminates the need for elastic or under-bands.
In some embodiments, the material used for the garment attachment may include silicone, foam, rubber, silk, cotton, nylon, polyester, viscose, polyurethane, non-slip material or a combination of materials with similar properties. These materials may have a high coefficient of friction, which helps to keep the garment attachment securely in place on the garment. This eliminates the discomfort caused by the garment moving around and provides a comfortable and unrestricted solution to the problems associated with traditional bras, and other wearable bras. In some aspect, the spongy nature of the garment attachment adds support to the bust by pressing against the bust area.
In some aspects, the spongy lightweight material may provide ample support without adding any significant weight or bulk to the garment. This makes it an ideal solution for women who need bust support for extended periods of time. Additionally, the attachment can be sewn into a variety of different garments, including tops, t-shirts, dresses, jumpsuits, rompers, and more. In some aspects, the stretchy nature of the material used for the garment attachment allows for better stretch and fit for the wearer.
The invention described in the patent specification has a wide range of industrial applications in the garment industry, as it provides a practical solution for women seeking bust support and comfort.
In some embodiments, the present invention provides a unique and effective solution to the problems associated with traditional bras, including sports bras, strapless bras, silicone adhesives, removable pads that slip and slide, among others. In some aspects, by providing a spongy lightweight material sewn to the front panel of a garment, the garment attachment provides bust support in a comfortable and coverage in unrestricted manner. This makes it an ideal solution for women who need bust support for extended periods of time
This Summary is provided merely for purposes of summarizing some example embodiments, so as to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the subject matter described herein. Accordingly, it will be appreciated that the above-described features are merely examples and should not be construed to narrow the scope or spirit of the subject matter described herein in any way. Other features, aspects, and advantages of the subject matter described herein will become apparent from the following Detailed Description, and Claims.
The accompanying figures, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, together with the detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate embodiments of concepts that include the claimed invention, and explain various principles and advantages of those embodiments.
Skilled artisans will appreciate those elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention.
The apparatus and method components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.
The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the described embodiments or the application and uses of the described embodiments. As used herein, the word “exemplary” or “illustrative” means “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any implementation described herein as “exemplary” or “illustrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations. All of the implementations described below are exemplary implementations provided to enable persons skilled in the art to make or use the embodiments of the disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure, which is defined by the claims. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented in the preceding technical field, background, brief summary of the following detailed description. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes described in the following specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are therefore not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one having an ordinary skill in the art to which the invention belongs. It will be further understood that terms, such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and the present disclosure and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
In describing the invention, it will be understood that a number of techniques are disclosed. Each of these has individual benefit and each can also be used in conjunction with one or more, or in some cases all, of the other disclosed techniques. Accordingly, for the sake of clarity, this description will refrain from repeating possible combination in an unnecessary fashion. Nevertheless, the specifications and claim/s should be read with the understanding that such combinations are entirely within the scope of the invention and the claim/s.
Hereinafter, the preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail and reference made to the accompanying drawings. The terminologies or words used in the description and the claims of the present invention should not be interpreted as being limited merely to their common and dictionary meanings. On the contrary, they should be interpreted based on the meanings and concepts of the invention in keeping with the scope of the invention based on the principle that the inventor(s) can appropriately define the terms in order to describe the invention in the best way.
It is to be understood that the form of the invention shown and described herein is to be taken as a preferred embodiment of the present invention, so it does not express the technical spirit and scope of this invention. Accordingly, it should be understood that various changes and modifications may be made to the invention without departing from the spirit and scope thereof.
In this disclosure, the term exemplary may be construed as to mean embodiments that are provided as examples.
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In some embodiments, the garment attachment may be sewn or attached to the front panel at the seams and attached by adhesive to the front panel. The garment attachment may also have self-sticking capabilities due to its material of construction. The garment attachment may be double-stitched to the panels, leaving the neck area unencumbered.
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In some aspect, the spongy garment attachment has higher compression just beneath the bust, less compression at the bust, and may have higher compression above the bust to keep the bust properly supported.
In conclusion, embodiments of the present disclosure provide a unique and effective solution to the problems associated with traditional bras. By offering a spongy lightweight material sewn to the front panel of a garment, the garment attachment provides bust support in a comfortable and unrestricted manner. This makes it an ideal solution for women who need bust support for extended periods of time, and allows for a more versatile wardrobe without sacrificing comfort or support.
It is anticipated that the invention can be implemented using various modifications, additions, and substitutions, without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The invention can be modified to suit different user needs, and can be combined with other systems to improve the overall user experience.
It is important to note that the invention is intended to embrace all alternatives, modifications, equivalents and variations that are within the spirit and scope of the disclosed subject matter. The invention is designed to be flexible and adaptable, so that it can be used in a variety of contexts. Additionally, the invention can be used with different devices, and can be customized to suit different user preferences.
The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodiments require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.
