EP3087854A1 - Female undergarment - Google Patents

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EP3087854A1
EP3087854A1 EP16000831.4A EP16000831A EP3087854A1 EP 3087854 A1 EP3087854 A1 EP 3087854A1 EP 16000831 A EP16000831 A EP 16000831A EP 3087854 A1 EP3087854 A1 EP 3087854A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41C—CORSETS; BRASSIERES
    • A41C3/00—Brassieres
    • A41C3/0021—Brassieres with suspension construction for the breasts
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41C—CORSETS; BRASSIERES
    • A41C3/00—Brassieres
    • A41C3/005—Brassieres specially adapted for specific purposes
    • A41C3/0057—Brassieres specially adapted for specific purposes for sport activities
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41C—CORSETS; BRASSIERES
    • A41C3/00—Brassieres
    • A41C3/0085—Brassieres with ventilation feature

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  • the present invention relates to a female undergarment.
  • the field of the invention is that of bras or bra, especially for sports.
  • a bra has two cups for supporting the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user.
  • the cups are generally supported by a panel, which extends between and below the cups and which extends, on each side side of the bra, by wings, respectively left and right, intended to surround the back of the user and join in order to be attached to one another.
  • two straps connecting the wings to their corresponding cup are provided to pass on the shoulders, respectively left and right of the user.
  • the object of the present invention is to provide an improved bra.
  • One goal is to propose a bra providing good support while preserving the freedom of movement of the user.
  • Another goal is to offer a lighter brace.
  • Another goal is to propose a brassiere facilitating aeration of the thermogenic zones.
  • the subject of the invention is a female undergarment, in particular for sports practice, comprising cups, respectively left and right, provided for receiving the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user, a support panel extending between and below the cups and extending laterally by wings, left and right respectively, and shoulder straps, respectively left and right, provided to pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, the opposite ends of the left shoulder being fixed respectively to the left wing and at an upper portion of the peripheral periphery of the left cup and the opposite ends of the right ramp being respectively fixed to the right wing and to an upper portion of the peripheral periphery of the right cup.
  • each of the left and right cups is provided with a reinforcing element at least partially covering the corresponding cup, each reinforcing element being fixed to the corresponding cup only on a connecting portion of the peripheral periphery of this cap, which part includes at least said upper portion of the periphery, that is to say, at the junction between the cup and the shoulder strap, and a first lateral portion, respectively left for the cap left and right for the right cup, peripheral circumference.
  • Said first lateral portion extends along the peripheral periphery of said upper portion to substantially a lower point of the peripheral periphery.
  • One of the ideas underlying the invention is to strengthen the cups of the undergarment, not in a massive manner and / or rigid, but partially covering them with a reinforcing element attached to the periphery of the cups. More specifically, the reinforcing element of each cup is fixed on only a part of the peripheral perimeter of the cup, which includes, at least, on the one hand the upper portion of this peripheral periphery to which the corresponding strap is attached, and on the other hand, the lateral portion of this peripheral periphery, which is turned away from the other cup and which descends from the above-mentioned high portion substantially to the lowest point of this peripheral periphery.
  • the invention provides, in a targeted, efficient and comfortable manner, a locking deformation of the cups, both vertically and laterally or in a fore-and-aft direction and therefore a satisfactory maintenance for the breasts of the user, particularly in part of the practice of a sports activity.
  • the reinforcing element being placed locally, this contributes to the lightening of the bra.
  • the reinforcing element has a mobility in its overlap zone with the cup. This mobility brings comfort by reducing rigidity, for example, during respiratory movements.
  • this freedom of relative movement between the cup and the reinforcing element allows the creation of a space between the two elements which promotes the circulation of air and therefore the ventilation of the undergarment.
  • the rest of the undergarment can be arranged more easily for the comfort and breathability of the entire undergarment.
  • FIG. 1 to 6 there is shown a female underwear 1 of bra or brassiere type, specially adapted for sports practice.
  • the bra 1 is shown on the Figures 1 and 2 carried by a user, while it is shown flat, that is to say substantially deployed on a flat surface, on the Figures 3 to 6 .
  • the description of the bra 1 is oriented in space relative to the wearer wearing the bra, considering that the user is standing on a horizontal surface.
  • this bra has two cups of breast support of the user, namely a 10G left cup which receives the breast left of the user and a right cup 10D which receives the right breast of the user.
  • the cups 10G and 10D are structurally identical, being substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to a median geometric plane P of the bra 1, which corresponds to the sagittal plane of the user.
  • Each cup 10G, 10D comprises a main body 11G, 11D having generally the shape of a cap bulging outward, that is to say forward for the user.
  • the main body 11G, 11D of each cap 10G, 10D is made of a foam, such as a polyurethane foam, or a three-dimensional textile, commonly called "spacer 3D", such as a three-dimensional knit or a stacked fabric-foam-fabric structure.
  • the main body may be thermoformed, molded or obtained by 3D printing.
  • the material is adapted to be shaped by said method.
  • each cap 10G, 10D is truncated at the top, which allows the upper part of the user's breasts to emerge out of the cups.
  • the peripheral periphery of each cup 10G, 10D is thus continuously curved for the lower half of the cup, whereas, for the high half, this peripheral perimeter forms an irregular outline, generally in the shape of an upwardly directed tip, the interest of which will appear later.
  • the cups 10G and 10D are spaced from each other. They are supported by a support panel 20 of the bra 1.
  • This support panel 20, which is visible on the Figures 3 and 4 includes a central portion 21 which extends between the cups 10G and 10D, connecting them to each other.
  • the support panel 20 also includes side portions 22G and 22D, respectively, which laterally extend the central portion 21 and extend respectively below the left cup 10G and the right cup 10D.
  • the parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 can be made in one piece or assembled to each other to form the support panel.
  • the parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 are advantageously made of a mesh fabric to provide high breathability, by aeration through it of the wearer's skin areas, covered by these parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20.
  • these parts can be made respectively of different materials.
  • the panel may provide portions having a different structure. For example, the weaving or knitting may be different from one zone to another in order to obtain ventilation openings of different size depending on the desired heat exchange.
  • the term "body mapping" refers to the technique for obtaining such results on the same unit panel.
  • the central portion 21 of the support panel 20 is made of an inelastic material, allowing this central portion 21 to hold the cups 10G and 10D in place relative to each other, by locking their relative spacing.
  • the support panel 20 comprises a holding portion located between the cups 10G and 10D by connecting them to one another.
  • the holding portion may be made directly by a portion of the support panel 20, this portion, corresponding to the central portion 21, being at least locally inelastic.
  • the holding portion may be formed by an insert on or integrated with the support panel 20, this insert being made of a non-elastic material.
  • the lateral parts 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 incorporate a coating, both on their inner face and on their outer face.
  • this coating reproduces a honeycomb pattern.
  • this coating is obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking.
  • this coating provides elasticity to the side portions 22G and 22D of the support panel 20, thereby giving them nervousness, and / or reinforces the vertical support of the cups 10G and 10D.
  • this elasticity can allow good maintenance and good positioning of the undergarment due to elastic tightening at the sternum.
  • this coating is preferably perforated, delimiting through openings, as in the example shown on the drawings. Figures 3 and 4 .
  • a seam line L1 extends continuously over the junction area between the left cup 10G and the support panel 20, i.e. on the low, curved half, of the peripheral perimeter of the left cup 10G.
  • This seam line L1 cooperates with the central portion 21 and the side portion 22G of the support panel 20.
  • a seam line L2 is provided, symmetrically with respect to the plane P, to attach the right cup 10G to the support panel.
  • the free portion of the peripheral periphery of the left cup 10G is reinforced by a seam line L3.
  • This seam line L3 extends around the periphery of the upper half of the cup-shaped tip directed upwards. It reinforces the free portion of the periphery of the left cup 10G.
  • This line of seam L3 connects the ends of the seam line L1 so that the lines of seams L1 and L3 delimit, continuously or interrupted, the periphery of the left cup 10G.
  • a seam line L4 is provided symmetrically with the seam line L3 with respect to the plane P to reinforce the free portion of the peripheral periphery of the right cup 10D.
  • the lines of seams L2 and L4 delimit, continuously or interrupted, the periphery of the right cup 10D.
  • a seam line L5 delimits the upper free edge of the central portion 21 of the support panel 20, connecting the seam lines L3 and L4 to one another.
  • Each of the seam lines L1 to L5 is preferably made in the form of a flatlock seam. Furthermore, the inner face of these seam lines L1 to L5, that is to say their face facing the user, advantageously comprises a coating obtained by any appropriate means, for example, by flocking. The comfort for the user is thus improved, by making the contact between the user's skin and these seam lines smooth.
  • the bra 1 also comprises wings 30G and 30D, respectively, which are substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to the plane P.
  • the left wing 30G extends laterally to the left the left lateral portion 22G of the support panel 20 while the right wing 30D extends laterally to the right the right side portion 22D of the support panel.
  • the wings 30G and 30D are separate parts of the support panel 20, being assembled to the latter by seam lines, L6 and L7 left respectively, or, more generally, by any suitable means of fixation.
  • the wings 30G and 30D are made in one piece with the support panel 20.
  • each wing 30G, 30D is formed by two layers of identical fabric, glued together. It may be for example layers of lycra or jersey, assembled by silicone or other bonding material.
  • this bonding material in particular silicone, is arranged in a layer so as to form through holes, thus promoting the breathability of the wings 30G and 30D.
  • This structure with two layers of bonded fabric provides elasticity to the wings 30G and 30D, thus giving them nervousness.
  • a similar result can be obtained by a coating of the inner face and / or the outer face of the wings 30G and 30D, then provided monolayers, this coating being obtained by any suitable means, for example, by flocking. For reasons of lightening and ventilation, this coating is preferably perforated, including through openings.
  • Another variant is to make the wings 30D and 30G in a specific knit.
  • the wings 30G and 30D surround the back of the user and are designed to be attached to one another in a reversible manner, for example by picking.
  • the bra 1 further comprises shoulder straps respectively 40G left and 40D right, which pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, as clearly visible on the Figures 1 and 2 , and which are substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to the plane P.
  • the left shoulder strap 40G has its longitudinal end 41 G attached to the left wing 30G, while its opposite longitudinal end 42G is fixed to the left cup 10G. More specifically, in the embodiment considered here, the end 41G is sewn, where appropriate via one or more seam flanges, to the wing 30G, extending against the inner face of this wing.
  • the end 42G it is sewn, where appropriate via at least one seam flange, to a dedicated portion P1 G of the perimeter of the cup 10G, namely the highest portion of this circumference. peripheral, located at the constricted portion of the pointed form of the upper half of this periphery.
  • the right shoulder strap 40D has symmetrical arrangements, with respect to the plane P, with what has just been described for the left shoulder strap 40G, with its opposite ends 41D and 42D respectively fixed to the right wing 30D and the dedicated portion P1 D of the right cup 10D.
  • part of the left shoulder strap 40G and part of the right shoulder strap 40D together form a back piece 43, common to both shoulder straps and provided to extend in the back of the user, on both sides of its sagittal plane P.
  • This dorsal piece 43 has a global shape of "X", which extends symmetrically on either side of the plane P.
  • the lower ends of the branches of this form in "X" are connected respectively at the ends 41 G and 41 D by respective elastic bands 44G and 44D shoulder straps 40G and 40D, while the upper ends of these branches are respectively connected to the ends 42G and 42D by respective elastic bands 45G and 45D 40G and 40D shoulder straps .
  • the elastic bands 44G, 44D, 45G and 45D reinforce the comfort of the bra 1. They allow its adaptability to the user and are economical to manufacture, in the sense that their manufacture is easily industrializable.
  • the overall "X" shaped body of the back piece 43 is made of a material or an elastic structure, in particular in horizontal Y and vertical Z directions.
  • this body of the back piece 43 has an anisotropic elasticity, so that the back piece is more expandable in the horizontal direction Y, ie transversely to the user, than in the vertical direction Z.
  • the back piece is nevertheless extensible in the vertical direction Z but less than transversely.
  • the relative stiffness in the vertical direction Z provides better support or maintenance of the chest. It compensates for the elasticity of the other parts of the straps. This gives a good hold of the breasts with a minimum of straps adjustment.
  • the extensibility in the transverse direction Y brings ease to the movement.
  • the body of the back piece 43 is formed by two identical layers of fabric, glued together: it may be for example layers of LYCRA® or jersey, assembled by silicone or other material bonding, this silicone or other bonding material being optionally layered so as to form through openings to promote breathability.
  • Other possible embodiments are possible to provide elasticity and therefore nervousness to the body of the back piece 43.
  • Another of these possibilities consists in producing this body in a fabric comprising a coating obtained by any appropriate means, for example example, by flocking. Another possibility is to make this body in a specific knit.
  • the first lateral portions P2G, P2D correspond to portions of the peripheral periphery of a cup that are furthest from the sagittal plane P.
  • the second portions Lateral portions P3G, P3D correspond to portions of the perimeter of a cup closest to the sagittal plane P.
  • Each reinforcing element is attached to this connecting part of the peripheral periphery of the associated cup by any appropriate connecting means. It can be by sewing, gluing, welding, knitting ...
  • each reinforcing element 12G, 12D forming a grid
  • three main strips extend in length from the upper portion P1 G, P1 D of the periphery of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D, the longitudinal end, respectively left for the reinforcing element 12G and straight for the reinforcing element 12D, each of these main strips being fixed on the connection, in particular the seam, between the corresponding cup 10G, 10D and the end 42G, 42D of the strap corresponding 40G, 40D.
  • the reinforcing element 12G, 12D also includes secondary strips, which extend transversely to the aforementioned main strips forming the grid mentioned above, each of these secondary strips having opposite longitudinal ends which are respectively fixed to the main strip.
  • the embodiment, which has just been described for the left 12G and 12D right reinforcement elements is not limiting of the invention.
  • the reinforcing elements may comprise more strips. The grip of the strips may be different.
  • the reinforcing element By being fixed at the level of the upper portion P1 G, P1 D, that is to say, at the junction between the cup and the shoulder strap, the reinforcing element will allow a good vertical support of the breast. Indeed, the reinforcing element being in the extension of the ramp, it can serve as an anchor for the recovery of vertical force. The vertical support of the breast is improved.
  • the reinforcing element 12G, 12D aims to structurally strengthen the corresponding cup 10G, 10D, without inducing discomfort for the user.
  • the reinforcing elements are intended to support the breasts when they are buzzed during sports such as running.
  • Each reinforcing element contributes to providing a multidirectional support, that is to say in a vertical direction Z, transverse Y and forward / backward X.
  • a Reinforcement element must not be rigid so as not to exert pressure on the associated breast but must limit the displacement of the breast. Consequently, a reinforcing element has elastic properties so as to accompany the movement of the associated breast. The elasticity of the material constituting the reinforcing element then makes it possible to cushion the slump of the breast.
  • the reinforcing element is arranged and has elastic properties so as to oppose the deformation of the corresponding cup, respectively to the left for the left cup 10G and to the right for the right cup 10D. The reinforcing element therefore makes it possible to limit the deformation of the cup at least laterally.
  • these reinforcing elements provide elasticity to the cups, giving them a certain dynamic nervousness, and / or improve the maintenance of breasts by the cups and / or adjust the support of the chest, and this as well in response to vertical stresses Z that lateral stresses Y or X forward / backward stresses.
  • the connecting part of the peripheral periphery of the cups, on which the reinforcing element is exclusively fixed can be limited to the portions P1G, P1D and P2G, P2D, that is, without including the P3G, P3D portion. This configuration can make breathing easier.
  • each reinforcing element 12G, 12D can be made in the form of a coating, obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking.
  • Another possibility of embodiment consists of a structure of two layers of fabric, glued together.
  • Yet another possible embodiment is a specific knit.
  • each reinforcing element 12G, 12D is preferably perforated, including through openings 121G, 121D. These openings open on the corresponding cup 10G, 10D.
  • the cap can then be well ventilated. The air flows between the reinforcing element and the cup which allows the cup to dry.
  • the reinforcing element is made by a grid formed by the strips. Therefore, through openings 121G, 121D are formed between the intersections of the strips.
  • the reinforcing elements 12G and 12D partially cover not the outer face of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D, but its inner face.
  • each reinforcing element 12G, 12D is arranged on the corresponding cup 10G, 10D so as not to cover the central region of this cup, disposed horizontally facing the corresponding breast nipple of the user.
  • the breast nipple being a sensitive area, this construction avoids exerting pressure on this area.
  • each reinforcing element 12G, 12D completely covers the associated cup.
  • the bra 1 further comprises a support panel 50, which is shown alone on the figure 5 and which is visible on the figures 1 and 6 .
  • This support panel may be termed external, in the sense that it covers the outer face of the subassembly formed by the cups 10G, 10D, the reinforcing elements 12G, 12D and the support panel 20.
  • support 50 on this subassembly is performed only on the perimeter periphery of the subassembly, this attachment being for example made by sewing.
  • the support panel 50 is thus fixed at the seam lines L3, L4, L5, L6, L7 and a seam line L10 located on the lower edge of the support panel. 20.
  • the support panel 50 is made of an anisotropic elastic material, designed to be more elastic transversely, in a Y direction, than vertically, in a direction Z. More specifically, this elastic material has a vertical elastic modulus at least twice greater than its transverse modulus of elasticity. It is understood that in this way, in vertical stress, the support panel 50 contributes more to the maintenance of the chest of the user, while in transverse stress, the support panel comfortably marries the chest of the user and may be used to promote the ventilation of the bra 1, in particular through the arrangements described below.
  • the material of the support panel 50 is polyamide or polyethylene, advantageously mixed with elastane which provides the desired elasticity and nervousness.
  • the support panel 50 advantageously includes several distinct parts, each comprising homogeneous through openings. These distinct parts are different from each other by the size of their through openings.
  • the support panel 50 includes separate portions 51, 52, 53, 54 and 55 respectively associated with different opening sizes. Within each of these parts 51 to 55, their openings have a uniform size between them.
  • the portion 51 comprises large openings 511 because it covers the areas of the chest of the user, subject to high transpiration, namely an area "Y" reversed, centered between the breasts of the wearer.
  • a similar mesh with large openings 551 characterizes the lateral portions 55, located vertically above the armpits of the user.
  • Part 52 has average openings 522. It covers areas of the wearer's chest that are both prone to moderate perspiration and require some retention, ie the area facing the horizontal opening of the inverted "Y" supra.
  • the parts 54 covering the lower part and below the cups also have medium openings 541.
  • the parts 53 covering the upper part of the cups have very small openings. This allows a little ventilation but above all a good maintenance.
  • the support panel 50 in particular its parts 51 to 55, is made in one unitary piece, for example in a three-dimensional knit. This avoids the use of connecting elements between separate panel parts, which improves comfort and lightness.
  • separate panel pieces which in particular correspond to the portions 51 to 55 respectively, can be assembled together to form the support panel 50.
  • a separate portion may not include through openings.
  • the bra 1 further comprises a circumferential elastic band 60, which surrounds at least the underside of the breast of the user.
  • this elastic band 60 extends along the lower edge of the support panel 20 to completely or partially surround (front portion for example) the bust at the sternum of the user. This band extends successively over the lateral portion 22G, the central portion 21 and the lateral portion 22D of this support panel.
  • this elastic band 60 does not extend, laterally, beyond the support panel 20, in particular without reaching the wings 30G and 30D.
  • This elastic band 60 placed solely on the front reinforces the support of the chest of the user, as well as the holding in position of the bra 1 without constraining the freedom of movement of the user in the back of the latter.
  • this elastic band 60 is integrated in the inner face of the support panel 50, as indicated in dotted lines on the Figures 5 and 6 .
  • the body of this band may in particular be fixed at support panel 50 via a seam line.
  • the elastic band is obtained by adding a coating providing the required elasticity, this coating being made by any suitable means, for example, by flocking.
  • the inner face of the support panel 20 is coated along its lower edge, in other words horizontally facing the elastic band 60
  • This coating, which is referenced 70 on the figure 3 is obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking.
  • a coating is covered by several techniques. These techniques constituting any suitable means for producing this coating may be flocking, printing, gluing, welding, induction, impregnation, transfer, a form of knitting or weaving (body mapping). ...
  • openings or holes are through openings or holes. These openings thus make it possible to promote aeration, which facilitates the heat exchange of the skin and in particular the evaporation of sweat. In addition, they allow to lighten the garment. Moreover, the size of these openings is sized according to the desired compromise: ventilation or ventilation and the desired strength or elasticity. Large openings favor ventilation and are placed close to thermogenic zones to the detriment of the holding of the panel in this zone. Conversely, small openings improve the maintenance of the panel.
  • the cups 10G and 10D are made in one and the same unitary piece. The spacing between the two cups is maintained by a portion of material of this unitary piece, monobloc.

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Abstract

Sous-vêtement féminin (1), notamment pour la pratique sportive, comportant : - des bonnets, respectivement gauche (10G) et droit (10D), prévus pour recevoir les seins, respectivement gauche et droit, de l'utilisatrice, - un panneau support (20), s'étendant entre et au-dessous des bonnets et se prolongeant latéralement par des ailes, respectivement gauche (30G) et droite (30D), et - des bretelles, respectivement gauche (40G) et droite (40D), prévues pour passer respectivement sur l'épaule gauche et sur l'épaule droite de l'utilisatrice, les extrémités opposées (41 G, 42G) de la bretelle gauche étant fixées respectivement à l'aile gauche (30G) et à une portion haute (P1G) du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche (10G), et les extrémités opposées (41 D, 42D) de la bretelle droite étant fixées respectivement à l'aile droite (30D) et à une portion haute (P1 D) du pourtour périphérique du bonnet droit (10D). Chacun des bonnets gauche (10G) et droit (10D) est pourvu d'un élément de renfort (12G, 12D) couvrant au moins partiellement le bonnet correspondant, chaque élément de renfort étant fixé au bonnet correspondant uniquement sur une partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de ce bonnet, laquelle partie inclut au moins ladite portion haute (P1G, P1 D) du pourtour périphérique, ainsi qu'une première portion latérale, respectivement gauche (P2G) pour le bonnet gauche et droite (P2D) pour le bonnet droit, du pourtour périphérique, ladite première portion latérale (P2G, P2D) s'étendant le long du pourtour périphérique de ladite portion haute (P1G, P1 D) jusqu'à sensiblement un point le plus bas (PBG, PBD) du pourtour périphérique.Women's underwear (1), in particular for sports practice, comprising: bonnets, respectively left (10G) and right (10D), intended to receive the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user, a support panel (20) extending between and below the cups and extending laterally by wings, respectively left (30G) and right (30D), and - braces, respectively left (40G) and right (40D), intended to pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, the opposite ends (41 G, 42G) of the left shoulder strap being fixed respectively at the left wing (30G) and at an upper portion (P1G) of the peripheral perimeter of the left cup (10G), and the opposite ends (41 D, 42 D) of the right ramp being fixed respectively to the right wing ( 30D) and a top portion (P1 D) of the periphery of the right cup (10D). Each of the left (10G) and right (10D) cups is provided with a reinforcing element (12G, 12D) at least partially covering the corresponding cup, each reinforcing element being fixed to the corresponding cup only on a connecting portion of the periphery peripheral of this cap, which portion includes at least said upper portion (P1G, P1 D) of the peripheral periphery, and a first lateral portion, respectively left (P2G) for the left and right cup (P2D) for the right cup, peripheral periphery, said first lateral portion (P2G, P2D) extending along the circumferential periphery of said upper portion (P1G, P1 D) to substantially a lowest point (PBG, PBD) of the peripheral periphery.

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La présente invention concerne un sous-vêtement féminin.The present invention relates to a female undergarment.

Le domaine de l'invention est celui des soutiens-gorge ou brassière, en particulier pour la pratique sportive. De manière classique, un soutien-gorge comporte deux bonnets servant à soutenir les seins, respectivement gauche et droit, de l'utilisatrice. Dans le cadre d'une pratique sportive, les mouvements de l'utilisatrice ont tendance à déplacer sa poitrine verticalement, latéralement, en avant et en arrière. Pour maintenir la poitrine en place, les bonnets sont généralement supportés par un panneau, qui s'étend entre et au-dessous des bonnets et qui se prolonge, de chaque côté latéral du soutien-gorge, par des ailes, respectivement gauche et droite, prévues pour entourer le dos de l'utilisatrice et s'y rejoindre afin d'être attachées l'une à l'autre. De plus, deux bretelles, reliant les ailes à leur bonnet correspondant sont prévues pour passer sur les épaules, respectivement gauche et droite, de l'utilisatrice.The field of the invention is that of bras or bra, especially for sports. Typically, a bra has two cups for supporting the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user. In sports practice, the user's movements tend to move her chest vertically, laterally, forwards and backwards. To maintain the chest in place, the cups are generally supported by a panel, which extends between and below the cups and which extends, on each side side of the bra, by wings, respectively left and right, intended to surround the back of the user and join in order to be attached to one another. In addition, two straps connecting the wings to their corresponding cup are provided to pass on the shoulders, respectively left and right of the user.

Afin d'améliorer le maintien de la poitrine, il est classique de renforcer les soutiens-gorge par des armatures rigides, telles que des baleines qui courent sur la portion basse du pourtour périphérique des bonnets. Mais de tels renforts tendent à restreindre la liberté de mouvement et s'avèrent particulièrement inconfortables dans le cadre d'une activité sportive.In order to improve the maintenance of the chest, it is conventional to strengthen the bras by rigid armatures, such as whales that run on the lower portion of the periphery of the cups. But such reinforcements tend to restrict the freedom of movement and are particularly uncomfortable in the context of a sports activity.

Une autre approche consiste à « épaissir » le soutien-gorge. Ainsi, le document US-A-7 060 157 divulgue un soutien-gorge de sport, constitué de deux pièces de tissu, qui sont superposées et qui sont reliées l'une à l'autre par un cordon de colle courant sur la périphérie des pièces. Une armature est éventuellement noyée dans ce cordon de colle. De la colle, étalée de manière continue ou sous forme de points isolés, peut également être déposée entre les pièces de tissu, au niveau des bonnets. Cette construction préserve la liberté de mouvement mais n'offre qu'un maintien limité et dégrade la respirabilité, en contrariant l'évacuation de la transpiration.Another approach is to "thicken" the bra. Thus, the document US-A-7,060,157 discloses a sports bra, consisting of two pieces of fabric, which are superimposed and which are connected to one another by a bead of current glue on the periphery of the pieces. An armature is possibly embedded in this bead of glue. Glue, spread continuously or in the form of isolated spots, can also be deposited between the pieces of fabric, at the cups. This construction preserves the freedom of movement but offers only a limited maintenance and degrades the breathability, hindering the evacuation of perspiration.

Le but de la présente invention est de proposer un soutien-gorge amélioré.The object of the present invention is to provide an improved bra.

Un but est notamment de proposer une brassière apportant un bon maintien tout en préservant la liberté de mouvement de l'utilisatrice.One goal is to propose a bra providing good support while preserving the freedom of movement of the user.

Un autre but est de proposer une brassière allégée.Another goal is to offer a lighter brace.

Un autre but est de proposer une brassière facilitant l'aération des zones thermogènes.Another goal is to propose a brassiere facilitating aeration of the thermogenic zones.

A cet effet, l'invention a pour objet un sous-vêtement féminin, notamment pour la pratique sportive, comportant des bonnets, respectivement gauche et droit, prévus pour recevoir les seins, respectivement gauche et droit, de l'utilisatrice, un panneau support s'étendant entre et au-dessous des bonnets et se prolongeant latéralement par des ailes, respectivement gauche et droite, et des bretelles, respectivement gauche et droite, prévues pour passer respectivement sur l'épaule gauche et sur l'épaule droite de l'utilisatrice, les extrémités opposées de la bretelle gauche étant fixées respectivement à l'aile gauche et à une portion haute du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche et les extrémités opposées de la bretelle droite étant fixées respectivement à l'aile droit et à une portion haute du pourtour périphérique du bonnet droit.For this purpose, the subject of the invention is a female undergarment, in particular for sports practice, comprising cups, respectively left and right, provided for receiving the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user, a support panel extending between and below the cups and extending laterally by wings, left and right respectively, and shoulder straps, respectively left and right, provided to pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, the opposite ends of the left shoulder being fixed respectively to the left wing and at an upper portion of the peripheral periphery of the left cup and the opposite ends of the right ramp being respectively fixed to the right wing and to an upper portion of the peripheral periphery of the right cup.

Le sous-vêtement féminin est caractérisé en ce que chacun des bonnets gauche et droit est pourvu d'un élément de renfort couvrant au moins partiellement le bonnet correspondant, chaque élément de renfort étant fixé au bonnet correspondant uniquement sur une partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de ce bonnet, laquelle partie inclut au moins ladite portion haute du pourtour périphérique, , c'est-à-dire, au niveau de la jonction entre le bonnet et la bretelle, ainsi qu'une première portion latérale, respectivement gauche pour le bonnet gauche et droite pour le bonnet droit, du pourtour périphérique. Ladite première portion latérale s'étend le long du pourtour périphérique de ladite portion haute jusqu'à sensiblement un point le plus bas du pourtour périphérique.The undergarment is characterized in that each of the left and right cups is provided with a reinforcing element at least partially covering the corresponding cup, each reinforcing element being fixed to the corresponding cup only on a connecting portion of the peripheral periphery of this cap, which part includes at least said upper portion of the periphery, that is to say, at the junction between the cup and the shoulder strap, and a first lateral portion, respectively left for the cap left and right for the right cup, peripheral circumference. Said first lateral portion extends along the peripheral periphery of said upper portion to substantially a lower point of the peripheral periphery.

Une des idées à la base de l'invention est de renforcer les bonnets du sous-vêtement, non pas de manière massive et/ou rigide, mais en les couvrant partiellement par un élément de renfort fixé en périphérie des bonnets. Plus précisément, l'élément de renfort de chaque bonnet est fixé sur une partie seulement du pourtour périphérique du bonnet, qui inclut, a minima, d'une part la portion haute de ce pourtour périphérique à laquelle la bretelle correspondante est fixée, et d'autre part la portion latérale de ce pourtour périphérique, qui est tournée à l'opposé de l'autre bonnet et qui descend de la portion haute précitée sensiblement jusqu'au point le plus bas de ce pourtour périphérique. De cette façon, l'invention apporte, de manière ciblée, efficace et confortable, un blocage en déformation des bonnets, tant verticalement que latéralement ou dans une direction avant-arrière et donc un maintien satisfaisant pour les seins de l'utilisatrice, notamment dans le cadre de la pratique d'une activité sportive. L'élément de renfort étant placé localement, cela contribue à l'allègement de la brassière. Par ailleurs, en étant fixé sur la périphérie du bonnet, l'élément de renfort présente une mobilité dans sa zone de recouvrement avec le bonnet. Cette mobilité apporte du confort en diminuant la rigidité, par exemple, lors des mouvements respiratoires. De plus, cette liberté de mouvement relative entre le bonnet et l'élément de renfort permet la création d'un espace entre les deux éléments qui favorise la circulation de l'air et donc l'aération du sous-vêtement. En renforçant ainsi les bonnets, le reste du sous-vêtement peut être aménagé plus facilement aux fins du confort et de la respirabilité de l'ensemble du sous-vêtement.One of the ideas underlying the invention is to strengthen the cups of the undergarment, not in a massive manner and / or rigid, but partially covering them with a reinforcing element attached to the periphery of the cups. More specifically, the reinforcing element of each cup is fixed on only a part of the peripheral perimeter of the cup, which includes, at least, on the one hand the upper portion of this peripheral periphery to which the corresponding strap is attached, and on the other hand, the lateral portion of this peripheral periphery, which is turned away from the other cup and which descends from the above-mentioned high portion substantially to the lowest point of this peripheral periphery. In this way, the invention provides, in a targeted, efficient and comfortable manner, a locking deformation of the cups, both vertically and laterally or in a fore-and-aft direction and therefore a satisfactory maintenance for the breasts of the user, particularly in part of the practice of a sports activity. The reinforcing element being placed locally, this contributes to the lightening of the bra. Furthermore, by being fixed on the periphery of the cup, the reinforcing element has a mobility in its overlap zone with the cup. This mobility brings comfort by reducing rigidity, for example, during respiratory movements. In addition, this freedom of relative movement between the cup and the reinforcing element allows the creation of a space between the two elements which promotes the circulation of air and therefore the ventilation of the undergarment. By reinforcing the cups, the rest of the undergarment can be arranged more easily for the comfort and breathability of the entire undergarment.

Suivant des caractéristiques additionnelles avantageuses du sous-vêtement conforme à l'invention, prises isolément ou selon toutes les combinaisons techniquement possibles :

  • ladite partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de chaque bonnet inclut en outre une deuxième portion latérale sensiblement circulaire, respectivement droite pour le bonnet gauche et gauche pour le bonnet droit, du pourtour périphérique, ladite deuxième portion latérale s'étend le long du pourtour depuis le point le plus bas du pourtour périphérique sur un angle d'au moins 45° par rapport à la verticale,
  • chaque élément de renfort couvre au moins partiellement la face extérieure du bonnet correspondant,
  • chaque élément de renfort comprend des ouvertures traversantes,
  • chaque élément de renfort se compose de bandelettes formant conjointement un quadrillage,
  • chaque élément de renfort est agencé et présente des propriétés élastiques de manière à s'opposer à la déformation du bonnet correspondant respectivement vers la gauche pour le bonnet gauche et vers la droite pour le bonnet droit,
  • le panneau support inclut une partie de maintien, située entre les bonnets en les reliant l'un à l'autre, la partie de maintien étant constituée d'un matériau non élastique,
  • le sous-vêtement féminin comporte en outre un panneau de soutien couvrant la face extérieure d'un sous-ensemble formé par les bonnets, les éléments de renfort et le panneau support, le panneau de soutien étant fixé à ce sous-ensemble uniquement sur le pourtour périphérique de ce sous-ensemble,
  • le panneau de soutien comprend des parties constituées d'un matériau élastique anisotrope, dont le module d'élasticité vertical est au moins deux fois plus grand que le modèle d'élasticité transversal,
  • le panneau de soutien inclut au moins deux parties distinctes, prévues pour couvrir respectivement des zones différentes de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice, chaque partie distincte comprenant une pluralité d'ouvertures traversantes de taille homogène dans la partie distincte concernée, la taille des ouvertures d'une partie distincte étant différente de la taille des ouvertures de l'autre partie distincte.
  • une partie de la bretelle gauche et une partie de la bretelle droite forment, conjointement, une pièce dorsale, commune aux deux bretelles et prévue pour s'étendre dans le dos de l'utilisatrice, la pièce dorsale présentant une forme globale de « X » et présentant une élasticité anisotrope. Selon un mode de réalisation, la pièce dorsale est davantage extensible selon la direction verticale que selon la direction horizontale.
  • les ailes sont réalisées d'une seule pièce avec le panneau support.
  • le panneau support intègrent un revêtement de sorte à apporter de l'élasticité aux parties latérales.
  • chaque bonnet comprend un corps principal réalisé en en un textile tridimensionnel thermoformé.
According to additional advantageous features of the undergarment according to the invention, taken separately or in any technically possible combination:
  • said connecting portion of the peripheral periphery of each cup further includes a second substantially circular lateral portion, respectively straight for the left and left cup for the right cup, of the peripheral perimeter, said second lateral portion extends along the periphery from the the lowest point of the perimeter around an angle of at least 45 ° to the vertical,
  • each reinforcing element covers at least partially the outer face of the corresponding cup,
  • each reinforcing element comprises through openings,
  • each reinforcing element is composed of strips forming together a grid,
  • each reinforcing element is arranged and has elastic properties so as to oppose the deformation of the corresponding cup respectively to the left for the left cup and to the right for the right cup,
  • the support panel includes a holding part, located between the cups connecting them to one another, the holding part being made of a non-elastic material,
  • the female undergarment further comprises a support panel covering the outer face of a sub-assembly formed by the cups, the reinforcing elements and the support panel, the support panel being fixed to this sub-assembly only on the peripheral edge of this subset,
  • the support panel comprises parts made of an anisotropic elastic material whose vertical modulus of elasticity is at least twice as large as the transverse elasticity model,
  • the support panel includes at least two distinct parts, provided to respectively cover different areas of the wearer's chest, each distinct part comprising a plurality of through openings of uniform size in the distinct part concerned, the size of the openings of the a distinct part being different from the size of the openings of the other distinct part.
  • part of the left shoulder strap and a portion of the right shoulder strap together form a dorsal piece common to both shoulder straps and intended to extend into the back of the wearer, the dorsal piece having an overall shape of "X" and having anisotropic elasticity. According to one embodiment, the dorsal piece is more extensible in the vertical direction than in the horizontal direction.
  • the wings are made in one piece with the support panel.
  • the support panel incorporates a coating so as to provide elasticity to the side portions.
  • each cup comprises a main body made of a three-dimensional thermoformed textile.

L'invention sera mieux comprise à la lecture de la description qui va suivre, donnée uniquement à titre d'exemple et faite en se référant aux dessins sur lesquels :

  • la figure 1 est une vue de face d'un sous-vêtement féminin conforme à l'invention, porté par une utilisatrice ;
  • la figure 2 est une vue de dos du sous-vêtement de la figure 1, porté par l'utilisatrice ;
  • la figure 3 est une vue en élévation de l'intérieur du sous-vêtement, mis à plat, de la figure 1, une partie des bretelles n'étant pas représentée ; et
  • les figures 4 à 6 sont des vues en élévation de l'extérieur du sous-vêtement mis à plat, les figures 4 et 5 montrant deux parties différentes du sous-vêtement, qui sont montrées assemblées l'une à l'autre sur la figure 6, une partie des bretelles n'étant pas représentée sur les figures 4 et 6.
The invention will be better understood on reading the description which follows, given solely by way of example and with reference to the drawings in which:
  • the figure 1 is a front view of a female underwear according to the invention, worn by a user;
  • the figure 2 is a back view of the underwear of the figure 1 worn by the user;
  • the figure 3 is an elevation view of the inside of the underwear, laid flat, of the figure 1 part of the straps not being shown; and
  • the Figures 4 to 6 are elevated views of the outside of the underwear laid flat, the figures 4 and 5 showing two different parts of the undergarment, which are shown assembled to each other on the figure 6 part of the shoulder straps not being shown on the figures 4 and 6 .

Sur les figures 1 à 6, est représenté un sous-vêtement féminin 1 de type soutien-gorge ou brassière, spécialement adapté pour la pratique sportive. Le soutien-gorge 1 est montré sur les figures 1 et 2 porté par une utilisatrice, tandis qu'il est montré à plat, c'est-à-dire sensiblement déployé sur une surface plane, sur les figures 3 à 6.On the Figures 1 to 6 , there is shown a female underwear 1 of bra or brassiere type, specially adapted for sports practice. The bra 1 is shown on the Figures 1 and 2 carried by a user, while it is shown flat, that is to say substantially deployed on a flat surface, on the Figures 3 to 6 .

Par commodité, dans le présent document, la description du soutien-gorge 1 est orientée dans l'espace par rapport à l'utilisatrice portant ce soutien-gorge, en considérant que cette utilisatrice se tient debout sur une surface horizontale.For convenience, in this document, the description of the bra 1 is oriented in space relative to the wearer wearing the bra, considering that the user is standing on a horizontal surface.

Dans la suite de la description, il sera fait usage de termes tels que « horizontal », « vertical », « latéral », « transversal », « supérieur », « inférieur », « haut », « bas », « avant », « arrière », « intérieur », « extérieur », « antérieur », « postérieur » et similaires. Ces termes doivent être interprétés en fait de façon relative en relation avec la position que le sous-vêtement occupe sur le buste de l'utilisatrice en posture normale, et la direction d'avancement normale de la porteuse.In the rest of the description, terms such as "horizontal", "vertical", "lateral", "transverse", "superior", "lower", "up", "down", "before" will be used. , "Rear", "interior", "exterior", "anterior", "posterior" and the like. These terms should in fact be interpreted in a relative manner in relation to the position that the undergarment occupies on the bust of the user in normal posture, and the normal direction of advance of the carrier.

Comme bien visible sur les figures 3 et 4, qui, comme expliqué plus en détail par la suite, ne montrent qu'une partie du soutien-gorge 1, ce soutien-gorge comporte deux bonnets de soutien des seins de l'utilisatrice, à savoir un bonnet gauche 10G qui reçoit le sein gauche de l'utilisatrice et un bonnet droit 10D qui reçoit le sein droit de l'utilisatrice. Les bonnets 10G et 10D sont structurellement identiques, en étant sensiblement symétriques l'un de l'autre par rapport à un plan géométrique médian P du soutien-gorge 1, qui correspond au plan sagittal de l'utilisatrice.As clearly visible on Figures 3 and 4 , which, as explained in more detail later, show only part of the bra 1, this bra has two cups of breast support of the user, namely a 10G left cup which receives the breast left of the user and a right cup 10D which receives the right breast of the user. The cups 10G and 10D are structurally identical, being substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to a median geometric plane P of the bra 1, which corresponds to the sagittal plane of the user.

Chaque bonnet 10G, 10D comprend un corps principal 11 G, 11 D ayant globalement la forme d'une calotte bombée vers l'extérieur, c'est-à-dire vers l'avant pour l'utilisatrice. A titre d'exemple non limitatif, le corps principal 11 G, 11D de chaque bonnet 10G, 10D est réalisé en une mousse, telle qu'une mousse de polyuréthane, ou en un textile tridimensionnel, couramment appelé « spacer 3D », tel qu'un tricot tridimensionnel, ou encore en une structure empilée tissu-mousse-tissu. Selon un mode de réalisation, le corps principal peut être thermoformé, moulé ou encore obtenu par impression 3D. En fonction de ces procédés de réalisation, le matériau est adapté pour pouvoir être mis en forme par ledit procédé.Each cup 10G, 10D comprises a main body 11G, 11D having generally the shape of a cap bulging outward, that is to say forward for the user. By way of nonlimiting example, the main body 11G, 11D of each cap 10G, 10D is made of a foam, such as a polyurethane foam, or a three-dimensional textile, commonly called "spacer 3D", such as a three-dimensional knit or a stacked fabric-foam-fabric structure. According to one embodiment, the main body may be thermoformed, molded or obtained by 3D printing. Depending on these embodiments, the material is adapted to be shaped by said method.

La forme de calotte du corps principal 11 G, 11D de chaque bonnet 10G, 10D est tronquée en partie haute, ce qui permet à la partie haute des seins de l'utilisatrice d'émerger hors des bonnets. Le pourtour périphérique de chaque bonnet 10G, 10D est ainsi continument incurvé pour la moitié basse du bonnet, tandis que, pour la moitié haute, ce pourtour périphérique forme un contour irrégulier, globalement en forme de pointe dirigée vers le haut, dont l'intérêt apparaîtra plus loin.The cap shape of the main body 11G, 11D of each cap 10G, 10D is truncated at the top, which allows the upper part of the user's breasts to emerge out of the cups. The peripheral periphery of each cup 10G, 10D is thus continuously curved for the lower half of the cup, whereas, for the high half, this peripheral perimeter forms an irregular outline, generally in the shape of an upwardly directed tip, the interest of which will appear later.

Les bonnets 10G et 10D sont espacés l'un de l'autre. Ils sont supportés par un panneau support 20 du soutien-gorge 1. Ce panneau support 20, qui est visible sur les figures 3 et 4, inclut une partie centrale 21 qui s'étend entre les bonnets 10G et 10D, en les reliant l'un à l'autre. Le panneau support 20 inclut également des parties latérales, respectivement gauche 22G et droite 22D, qui prolongent latéralement la partie centrale 21 et qui s'étendent respectivement au-dessous du bonnet gauche 10G et du bonnet droit 10D.The cups 10G and 10D are spaced from each other. They are supported by a support panel 20 of the bra 1. This support panel 20, which is visible on the Figures 3 and 4 includes a central portion 21 which extends between the cups 10G and 10D, connecting them to each other. The support panel 20 also includes side portions 22G and 22D, respectively, which laterally extend the central portion 21 and extend respectively below the left cup 10G and the right cup 10D.

En pratique, les parties 21, 22G et 22D du panneau support 20 peuvent être réalisées d'une seule pièce ou assemblées les unes aux autres pour former le panneau support. Dans tous les cas, les parties 21, 22G et 22D du panneau support 20 sont avantageusement réalisées en un tissu maillé pour offrir une grande respirabilité, par aération à travers lui des zones de peau de l'utilisatrice, couvertes par ces parties 21, 22G et 22D du panneau support 20. Bien entendu, dans le cas où les parties 21, 22G et 22D sont réalisées en des pièces de panneau respectives, ces parties peuvent être réalisées respectivement en des matériaux différents. Dans le cas où le panneau support est réalisé d'une seule pièce, le panneau peut prévoir des parties offrant une structure différente. Par exemple, le tissage ou tricotage peut être différent d'une zone à l'autre afin d'obtenir des ouvertures d'aération de taille différente en fonction des échanges thermiques souhaitées. Généralement, on désigne par « body mapping », la technique permettant d'obtenir de tels résultats sur un même panneau unitaire.In practice, the parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 can be made in one piece or assembled to each other to form the support panel. In any case, the parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 are advantageously made of a mesh fabric to provide high breathability, by aeration through it of the wearer's skin areas, covered by these parts 21, 22G and 22D of the support panel 20. Of course, in the case where the parts 21, 22G and 22D are made of respective panel parts, these parts can be made respectively of different materials. In the case where the support panel is made in one piece, the panel may provide portions having a different structure. For example, the weaving or knitting may be different from one zone to another in order to obtain ventilation openings of different size depending on the desired heat exchange. Generally, the term "body mapping" refers to the technique for obtaining such results on the same unit panel.

Suivant un mode de réalisation, la partie centrale 21 du panneau support 20 est constituée d'un matériau non élastique, permettant à cette partie centrale 21 de maintenir en place les bonnets 10G et 10D l'un par rapport à l'autre, en figeant leur écartement relatif. Plus généralement, le panneau support 20 comprend une partie de maintien située entre les bonnets 10G et 10D en les reliant l'un à l'autre. La partie de maintien peut être réalisée directement par une portion du panneau support 20, cette portion, correspondant à la partie centrale 21, étant au moins localement non élastique. Alternativement, la partie de maintien peut être réalisée par une pièce rapportée sur ou intégré au panneau support 20, cette pièce rapportée étant constituée d'un matériau non élastique.According to one embodiment, the central portion 21 of the support panel 20 is made of an inelastic material, allowing this central portion 21 to hold the cups 10G and 10D in place relative to each other, by locking their relative spacing. More generally, the support panel 20 comprises a holding portion located between the cups 10G and 10D by connecting them to one another. The holding portion may be made directly by a portion of the support panel 20, this portion, corresponding to the central portion 21, being at least locally inelastic. Alternatively, the holding portion may be formed by an insert on or integrated with the support panel 20, this insert being made of a non-elastic material.

Suivant une autre disposition optionnelle, indépendante de la précédente, les parties latérales 22G et 22D du panneau support 20 intègrent un revêtement, tant sur leur face intérieure que sur leur face extérieure. Sur les figures 3 et 4, ce revêtement reproduit un motif en nid d'abeille. Bien entendu, d'autres motifs peuvent être envisagés. En pratique, ce revêtement est obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple par flockage. Dans tous les cas, en particulier en fonction de sa forme de réalisation, ce revêtement apporte de l'élasticité aux parties latérales 22G et 22D du panneau support 20, en leur conférant ainsi de la nervosité, et/ou renforce le support vertical des bonnets 10G et 10D. De plus, cette élasticité peut permettre un bon maintien et un bon positionnement du sous-vêtement du fait du serrage élastique au niveau du sternum. Pour des raisons d'aération et d'allégement, ce revêtement est préférentiellement ajouré, en délimitant des ouvertures traversantes, comme dans l'exemple montré sur les figures 3 et 4.According to another optional arrangement, independent of the previous one, the lateral parts 22G and 22D of the support panel 20 incorporate a coating, both on their inner face and on their outer face. On the Figures 3 and 4 this coating reproduces a honeycomb pattern. Of course, other reasons can be envisaged. In practice, this coating is obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking. In all cases, particularly according to its embodiment, this coating provides elasticity to the side portions 22G and 22D of the support panel 20, thereby giving them nervousness, and / or reinforces the vertical support of the cups 10G and 10D. In addition, this elasticity can allow good maintenance and good positioning of the undergarment due to elastic tightening at the sternum. For reasons of ventilation and lightening, this coating is preferably perforated, delimiting through openings, as in the example shown on the drawings. Figures 3 and 4 .

Les bonnets 10G et 10D sont liés fixement au panneau support 20, notamment par couture. Ainsi, dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures 3 et 4, une ligne de couture L1 s'étend continument sur la zone de jonction entre le bonnet gauche 10G et le panneau support 20, c'est-à-dire sur la moitié basse, incurvée, du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche 10G. Cette ligne de couture L1 coopère avec la partie centrale 21 et la partie latérale 22G du panneau support 20. Une ligne de couture L2 est prévue, de manière symétrique par rapport au plan P, pour fixer le bonnet droit 10G au panneau de support.The cups 10G and 10D are fixedly connected to the support panel 20, in particular by sewing. Thus, in the exemplary embodiment considered on the Figures 3 and 4 , a seam line L1 extends continuously over the junction area between the left cup 10G and the support panel 20, i.e. on the low, curved half, of the peripheral perimeter of the left cup 10G. This seam line L1 cooperates with the central portion 21 and the side portion 22G of the support panel 20. A seam line L2 is provided, symmetrically with respect to the plane P, to attach the right cup 10G to the support panel.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la partie libre du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche 10G, c'est-à-dire la partie n'étant pas en interface avec le panneau support, est renforcée par une ligne de couture L3. Cette ligne de couture L3 s'étend sur le pourtour de la moitié supérieure du bonnet en forme de pointe dirigée vers le haut. Elle permet de renforcer la partie libre du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche 10G. Cette ligne de couture L3 relie les extrémités de la ligne de couture L1 de sorte que les lignes de coutures L1 et L3 délimitent, de façon continue ou interrompue, le pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche 10G.According to one embodiment, the free portion of the peripheral periphery of the left cup 10G, that is to say the part not being in interface with the support panel, is reinforced by a seam line L3. This seam line L3 extends around the periphery of the upper half of the cup-shaped tip directed upwards. It reinforces the free portion of the periphery of the left cup 10G. This line of seam L3 connects the ends of the seam line L1 so that the lines of seams L1 and L3 delimit, continuously or interrupted, the periphery of the left cup 10G.

Une ligne de couture L4 est prévue, de manière symétrique à la ligne de couture L3 par rapport au plan P, afin de renforcer la partie libre du pourtour périphérique du bonnet droit 10D. Ainsi, les lignes de coutures L2 et L4 délimitent, de façon continue ou interrompue, le pourtour périphérique du bonnet droit 10D.A seam line L4 is provided symmetrically with the seam line L3 with respect to the plane P to reinforce the free portion of the peripheral periphery of the right cup 10D. Thus, the lines of seams L2 and L4 delimit, continuously or interrupted, the periphery of the right cup 10D.

Egalement à des fins de renfort, une ligne de couture L5 délimite le bord libre supérieur de la partie centrale 21 du panneau support 20, en reliant l'une à l'autre les lignes de couture L3 et L4.Also for reinforcement purposes, a seam line L5 delimits the upper free edge of the central portion 21 of the support panel 20, connecting the seam lines L3 and L4 to one another.

Chacune des lignes de couture L1 à L5 est préférentiellement réalisée sous forme d'une couture « flatlock ». Par ailleurs, la face intérieure de ces lignes de couture L1 à L5, c'est-à-dire leur face dirigée vers l'utilisatrice, comprend avantageusement un revêtement obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage. Le confort pour l'utilisatrice est ainsi amélioré, en rendant doux le contact entre la peau de l'utilisatrice et ces lignes de couture.Each of the seam lines L1 to L5 is preferably made in the form of a flatlock seam. Furthermore, the inner face of these seam lines L1 to L5, that is to say their face facing the user, advantageously comprises a coating obtained by any appropriate means, for example, by flocking. The comfort for the user is thus improved, by making the contact between the user's skin and these seam lines smooth.

Le soutien-gorge 1 comporte également des ailes, respectivement gauche 30G et droite 30D, qui sont sensiblement symétriques l'une de l'autre par rapport au plan P. L'aile gauche 30G prolonge latéralement vers la gauche la partie latérale gauche 22G du panneau support 20 tandis que l'aile droite 30D prolonge latéralement vers la droite la partie latérale droite 22D du panneau support. Dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures, les ailes 30G et 30D sont des pièces distinctes du panneau support 20, en étant assemblées à ce dernier par des lignes de couture, respectivement gauche L6 et droite L7, ou, plus généralement, par tout moyen de fixation approprié. En variante non représentée, les ailes 30G et 30D sont réalisées d'une seule pièce avec le panneau support 20.The bra 1 also comprises wings 30G and 30D, respectively, which are substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to the plane P. The left wing 30G extends laterally to the left the left lateral portion 22G of the support panel 20 while the right wing 30D extends laterally to the right the right side portion 22D of the support panel. In the embodiment considered in the figures, the wings 30G and 30D are separate parts of the support panel 20, being assembled to the latter by seam lines, L6 and L7 left respectively, or, more generally, by any suitable means of fixation. In a variant not shown, the wings 30G and 30D are made in one piece with the support panel 20.

Suivant un mode de réalisation, illustré sur les figures, chaque aile 30G, 30D est formée par deux couches de tissu identique, collées entre elles. Il peut s'agir par exemple de couches de lycra ou de jersey, assemblées par du silicone ou par une autre matière de collage. Optionnellement, cette matière de collage, notamment le silicone, est disposée en une couche de sorte à former des trous traversants, favorisant ainsi la respirabilité des ailes 30G et 30D. Cette structure à deux couches de tissu collées apporte de l'élasticité aux ailes 30G et 30D, en leur conférant ainsi de la nervosité. En variante non représentée, un résultat similaire peut être obtenu par un revêtement de la face intérieure et/ou de la face extérieure des ailes 30G et 30D, prévues alors monocouches, ce revêtement étant obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage. Pour des raisons d'allègement et d'aération, ce revêtement est préférentiellement ajouré, en comprenant des ouvertures traversantes. Une autre variante consiste à réaliser les ailes 30D et 30G en un tricot spécifique.According to one embodiment, illustrated in the figures, each wing 30G, 30D is formed by two layers of identical fabric, glued together. It may be for example layers of lycra or jersey, assembled by silicone or other bonding material. Optionally, this bonding material, in particular silicone, is arranged in a layer so as to form through holes, thus promoting the breathability of the wings 30G and 30D. This structure with two layers of bonded fabric provides elasticity to the wings 30G and 30D, thus giving them nervousness. Alternatively not shown, a similar result can be obtained by a coating of the inner face and / or the outer face of the wings 30G and 30D, then provided monolayers, this coating being obtained by any suitable means, for example, by flocking. For reasons of lightening and ventilation, this coating is preferably perforated, including through openings. Another variant is to make the wings 30D and 30G in a specific knit.

Lorsque le soutien-gorge 1 est porté par l'utilisatrice, les ailes 30G et 30D entourent le dos de l'utilisatrice et sont conçues pour être attachées l'une à l'autre de manière réversible, par exemple par crochetage.When the bra 1 is worn by the user, the wings 30G and 30D surround the back of the user and are designed to be attached to one another in a reversible manner, for example by picking.

Le soutien-gorge 1 comporte en outre des bretelles respectivement gauche 40G et droite 40D, qui passent respectivement sur l'épaule gauche et sur l'épaule droite de l'utilisatrice, comme bien visible sur les figures 1 et 2, et qui sont sensiblement symétriques l'une de l'autre par rapport au plan P. La bretelle gauche 40G a son extrémité longitudinale 41 G fixée à l'aile gauche 30G, tandis que son extrémité longitudinale opposée 42G est fixée au bonnet gauche 10G. Plus précisément, dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré ici, l'extrémité 41G est cousue, le cas échéant par l'intermédiaire d'une ou plusieurs brides de couture, à l'aile 30G, en s'étendant contre la face intérieure de cette aile. Quant à l'extrémité 42G, elle est cousue, le cas échéant par l'intermédiaire d'au moins une bride de couture, à une portion dédiée P1 G du pourtour périphérique du bonnet 10G, à savoir la portion la plus haute de ce pourtour périphérique, située au niveau de la partie resserrée de la forme en pointe de la moitié supérieure de ce pourtour périphérique. Bien entendu, la bretelle droite 40D présente des aménagements symétriques, par rapport au plan P, à ce qui vient d'être décrit pour la bretelle gauche 40G, avec ses extrémités opposées 41 D et 42D respectivement fixées à l'aile droite 30D et à la portion dédiée P1 D du bonnet droit 10D.The bra 1 further comprises shoulder straps respectively 40G left and 40D right, which pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, as clearly visible on the Figures 1 and 2 , and which are substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to the plane P. The left shoulder strap 40G has its longitudinal end 41 G attached to the left wing 30G, while its opposite longitudinal end 42G is fixed to the left cup 10G. More specifically, in the embodiment considered here, the end 41G is sewn, where appropriate via one or more seam flanges, to the wing 30G, extending against the inner face of this wing. As for the end 42G, it is sewn, where appropriate via at least one seam flange, to a dedicated portion P1 G of the perimeter of the cup 10G, namely the highest portion of this circumference. peripheral, located at the constricted portion of the pointed form of the upper half of this periphery. Of course, the right shoulder strap 40D has symmetrical arrangements, with respect to the plane P, with what has just been described for the left shoulder strap 40G, with its opposite ends 41D and 42D respectively fixed to the right wing 30D and the dedicated portion P1 D of the right cup 10D.

Suivant une disposition optionnelle avantageuse, bien visible sur la figure 2, une partie de la bretelle gauche 40G et une partie de la bretelle droite 40D forment, conjointement, une pièce dorsale 43, commune aux deux bretelles et prévue pour s'étendre dans le dos de l'utilisatrice, de part et d'autre de son plan sagittal P. Cette pièce dorsale 43 présente une forme globale de « X », qui s'étend de manière symétrique de part et d'autre du plan P. Les extrémités inférieures des branches de cette forme en « X » sont reliées respectivement aux extrémités 41 G et 41 D par des bandes élastiques respectives 44G et 44D des bretelles 40G et 40D, tandis que les extrémités supérieures de ces branches sont respectivement reliées aux extrémités 42G et 42D par des bandes élastiques respectives 45G et 45D des bretelles 40G et 40D. Les bandes élastiques 44G, 44D, 45G et 45D renforcent le confort du soutien-gorge 1. Elles permettent son adaptabilité à l'utilisatrice et sont économiques à fabriquer, dans le sens où leur fabrication est facilement industrialisable.According to an advantageous optional arrangement, clearly visible on the figure 2 , part of the left shoulder strap 40G and part of the right shoulder strap 40D together form a back piece 43, common to both shoulder straps and provided to extend in the back of the user, on both sides of its sagittal plane P. This dorsal piece 43 has a global shape of "X", which extends symmetrically on either side of the plane P. The lower ends of the branches of this form in "X" are connected respectively at the ends 41 G and 41 D by respective elastic bands 44G and 44D shoulder straps 40G and 40D, while the upper ends of these branches are respectively connected to the ends 42G and 42D by respective elastic bands 45G and 45D 40G and 40D shoulder straps . The elastic bands 44G, 44D, 45G and 45D reinforce the comfort of the bra 1. They allow its adaptability to the user and are economical to manufacture, in the sense that their manufacture is easily industrializable.

Par ailleurs, le corps en forme globale de « X » de la pièce dorsale 43 est réalisé en un matériau ou une structure élastique, en particulier selon des directions horizontale Y et verticale Z. Selon un mode de réalisation, moyennant des ajustements de la forme en « X », ce corps de la pièce dorsale 43 présente une élasticité anisotrope, de sorte que la pièce dorsale est davantage extensible selon la direction horizontale Y, autrement dit transversalement à l'utilisatrice, que selon la direction verticale Z. La pièce dorsale est néanmoins extensible selon la direction verticale Z mais moins que transversalement. La relative raideur selon la direction verticale Z apporte un meilleur support ou maintien de la poitrine. Elle permet de compenser l'élasticité des autres parties des bretelles. On obtient ainsi une bonne tenue des seins avec un minimum de réglage des bretelles. L'extensibilité selon la direction transversale Y apporte de l'aisance au mouvement. La rotation des épaules n'est pas entravée par une résistance due au sous-vêtement. De plus, cette élasticité ne perturbe pas le gonflement de la cage thoracique et favorise donc la respiration. Enfin, cela permet un bon calage latéral des bretelles au niveau du cou, sans générer de pression inconfortable. Cette anisotropie contribue ainsi au confort de portage du sous-vêtement. Selon une forme de réalisation, le corps de la pièce dorsale 43 est formé par deux couches de tissu identiques, collées entre elles : il peut s'agir par exemple de couches de LYCRA® ou de jersey, assemblées par du silicone ou une autre matière de collage, ce silicone ou cette autre matière de collage étant optionnellement disposée en couche de sorte à former des ouvertures traversantes pour favoriser la respirabilité. D'autres possibilités de réalisation sont envisageables pour apporter de l'élasticité et donc de la nervosité au corps de la pièce dorsale 43. Une autre de ces possibilités consiste à réaliser ce corps en un tissu comprenant un revêtement obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage. Une autre possibilité consiste à réaliser ce corps en un tricot spécifique.Furthermore, the overall "X" shaped body of the back piece 43 is made of a material or an elastic structure, in particular in horizontal Y and vertical Z directions. According to one embodiment, with adjustments of the shape in "X", this body of the back piece 43 has an anisotropic elasticity, so that the back piece is more expandable in the horizontal direction Y, ie transversely to the user, than in the vertical direction Z. The back piece is nevertheless extensible in the vertical direction Z but less than transversely. The relative stiffness in the vertical direction Z provides better support or maintenance of the chest. It compensates for the elasticity of the other parts of the straps. This gives a good hold of the breasts with a minimum of straps adjustment. The extensibility in the transverse direction Y brings ease to the movement. The rotation of the shoulders is not hampered by underwear resistance. In addition, this elasticity does not disturb the swelling of the chest and therefore promotes breathing. Finally, this allows a good lateral wedging of the shoulder straps at the neck, without generating uncomfortable pressure. This anisotropy thus contributes to the wearing comfort of the undergarment. According to one embodiment, the body of the back piece 43 is formed by two identical layers of fabric, glued together: it may be for example layers of LYCRA® or jersey, assembled by silicone or other material bonding, this silicone or other bonding material being optionally layered so as to form through openings to promote breathability. Other possible embodiments are possible to provide elasticity and therefore nervousness to the body of the back piece 43. Another of these possibilities consists in producing this body in a fabric comprising a coating obtained by any appropriate means, for example example, by flocking. Another possibility is to make this body in a specific knit.

Comme bien visible sur la figure 4, chacun des bonnets 10G et 10D est pourvu, en recouvrement partiel de sa face extérieure, d'un élément de renfort 12G, 12D qui, dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures, est constitué d'une pluralité de bandelettes, épousant chacune la courbure du bonnet correspondant et formant conjointement un quadrillage. Les éléments de renfort 12G et 12D sont sensiblement symétriques l'un de l'autre par rapport au plan P. Chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D est fixé au bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D uniquement sur une partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de ce bonnet, sans être lié directement au reste de ce bonnet. Comme indiqué schématiquement sur la figure 3, cette partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de chaque bonnet 10G, 10D, sur laquelle vient se fixer l'élément de renfort correspondant 12G, 12D, inclut, dans ce mode de réalisation :

  • la portion haute P1G, P1D du pourtour périphérique du bonnet, dans laquelle, comme décrit plus haut, l'extrémité 42G, 42D de la bretelle correspondante 40G, 40D est fixée ;
  • une première portion latérale, respectivement gauche P2G pour le bonnet gauche 10G et droite P2D pour le bonnet droit 10D, de ce pourtour périphérique, cette première portion latérale P2 s'étend continument le long du pourtour périphérique, de la partie haute P1 G, P1 D au point le plus bas PBG, PBD de ce pourtour périphérique ; et
  • une deuxième portion latérale P3, respectivement droite P3G pour le bonnet gauche 10G et gauche P3D pour le bonnet droit 10D, cette troisième portion latérale P3 étant sensiblement circulaire et s'étendant le long du pourtour périphérique du bonnet correspondant, en s'étendant, depuis le point le plus bas PBG, PBD de ce pourtour périphérique, sur un angle, noté α sur la figure 3, valant au moins 45° par rapport à la verticale.
As clearly visible on the figure 4 , each of the cups 10G and 10D is provided, in partial overlap of its outer face, with a reinforcing element 12G, 12D which, in the embodiment considered in the figures, consists of a plurality of strips, matching each the curvature of the corresponding cup and forming a grid. The reinforcing elements 12G and 12D are substantially symmetrical to one another with respect to the plane P. Each reinforcing element 12G, 12D is fixed to the corresponding cup 10G, 10D only on a connecting part of the peripheral periphery of this cup without being tied directly to the rest of this hat. As shown schematically on the figure 3 this connecting part of the periphery of each cup 10G, 10D, on which the corresponding reinforcing element 12G, 12D is fixed, includes, in this embodiment:
  • the upper portion P1G, P1D of the peripheral perimeter of the cup, wherein, as described above, the end 42G, 42D of the corresponding strap 40G, 40D is fixed;
  • a first lateral portion, respectively left P2G for the left cup 10G and right P2D for the right cup 10D, of this peripheral periphery, this first lateral portion P2 extends continuously along the peripheral periphery, the upper part P1 G, P1 D at the lowest point PBG, PBD of this peripheral periphery; and
  • a second lateral portion P3, respectively right P3G for the left cup 10G and left P3D for the right cup 10D, this third lateral portion P3 being substantially circular and extending along the periphery of the corresponding cup, extending, since the lowest point PBG, PBD of this peripheral periphery, on an angle, denoted α on the figure 3 , at least 45 ° from the vertical.

Les premières portions latérales P2G, P2D correspondent à des parties du pourtour périphérique d'un bonnet les plus éloignées du plan sagittal P. A l'inverse les deuxièmes portions latérales P3G, P3D correspondent à des parties du pourtour périphérique d'un bonnet les plus proches du plan sagittal P.The first lateral portions P2G, P2D correspond to portions of the peripheral periphery of a cup that are furthest from the sagittal plane P. On the contrary, the second portions Lateral portions P3G, P3D correspond to portions of the perimeter of a cup closest to the sagittal plane P.

Chaque élément de renfort est fixé sur cette partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique du bonnet associé par tout moyen de liaison approprié. Ce peut être par couture, collage, soudure, tricotage...Each reinforcing element is attached to this connecting part of the peripheral periphery of the associated cup by any appropriate connecting means. It can be by sewing, gluing, welding, knitting ...

Ainsi, dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur la figure 4, parmi les bandelettes de chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D formant un quadrillage, trois bandelettes principales s'étendent en longueur depuis la portion haute P1 G, P1 D du pourtour périphérique du bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D, l'extrémité longitudinale, respectivement gauche pour l'élément de renfort 12G et droite pour l'élément de renfort 12D, de chacune de ces bandelettes principales étant fixée sur la liaison, notamment la couture, entre le bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D et l'extrémité 42G, 42D de la bretelle correspondante 40G, 40D. L'une de ces bandelettes principales est, à son extrémité longitudinale opposée à celle fixée à la portion haute P1 G, P1 D du pourtour périphérique du bonnet correspondant, fixée à ce pourtour périphérique sensiblement au niveau de son point le plus bas PBG, PBD, tandis que les deux autres bandelettes principales sont, à leur extrémité opposée à celle fixée à la portion haute P1G, P1D, fixées à la portion P3G, P3D du pourtour périphérique du bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D. L'élément de renfort 12G, 12D inclut également des bandelettes secondaires, qui s'étendent transversalement aux bandelettes principales précitées en formant le quadrillage évoqué plus haut, chacune de ces bandelettes secondaires ayant ses extrémités longitudinales opposées qui sont fixées respectivement à la bandelette principale la plus haute et à la portion latérale P2G, P2D ou à la portion latérale P3G, P3D du pourtour périphérique du bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D. Bien entendu, la forme de réalisation, qui vient d'être décrite pour les éléments de renfort gauche 12G et droit 12D n'est pas limitative de l'invention. Par exemple, les éléments de renfort peuvent comprendre davantage de bandelettes. L'accroche des bandelettes peut être différente.Thus, in the exemplary embodiment considered on the figure 4 of the strips of each reinforcing element 12G, 12D forming a grid, three main strips extend in length from the upper portion P1 G, P1 D of the periphery of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D, the longitudinal end, respectively left for the reinforcing element 12G and straight for the reinforcing element 12D, each of these main strips being fixed on the connection, in particular the seam, between the corresponding cup 10G, 10D and the end 42G, 42D of the strap corresponding 40G, 40D. One of these main strips is, at its longitudinal end opposite to that fixed to the upper portion P1 G, P1 D peripheral periphery of the corresponding cup, attached to this periphery substantially at its lowest point PBG, PBD , while the other two main strips are, at their end opposite to that fixed to the upper portion P1G, P1D, attached to the portion P3G, P3D peripheral periphery of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D. The reinforcing element 12G, 12D also includes secondary strips, which extend transversely to the aforementioned main strips forming the grid mentioned above, each of these secondary strips having opposite longitudinal ends which are respectively fixed to the main strip. higher and the lateral portion P2G, P2D or the side portion P3G, P3D peripheral periphery of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D. Of course, the embodiment, which has just been described for the left 12G and 12D right reinforcement elements is not limiting of the invention. For example, the reinforcing elements may comprise more strips. The grip of the strips may be different.

En étant fixé au niveau de la portion haute P1 G, P1 D, c'est-à-dire, au niveau de la jonction entre le bonnet et la bretelle, l'élément de renfort va permettre un bon maintien vertical du sein. En effet, l'élément de renfort se situant dans le prolongement de la bretelle, celle-ci peut servir d'ancrage pour la reprise d'effort vertical. Le soutien vertical du sein est donc amélioré.By being fixed at the level of the upper portion P1 G, P1 D, that is to say, at the junction between the cup and the shoulder strap, the reinforcing element will allow a good vertical support of the breast. Indeed, the reinforcing element being in the extension of the ramp, it can serve as an anchor for the recovery of vertical force. The vertical support of the breast is improved.

Quelle que soit sa forme de réalisation, l'élément de renfort 12G, 12D vise à renforcer structurellement le bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D, sans induire d'inconfort pour l'utilisatrice. Ainsi, les éléments de renfort ont pour objectif de soutenir les seins lorsqu'ils sont ballotés lors de la pratique sportive telle que la course à pied. Chaque élément de renfort contribue à assurer un maintien multidirectionnel, c'est-à-dire selon une direction verticale Z, transversale Y et avant/arrière X. Pour que ce maintien soit confortable, un élément de renfort ne doit pas être rigide pour ne pas exercer de pression sur le sein associé mais doit limiter le déplacement du sein. En conséquence, un élément de renfort présente des propriétés élastiques de sorte à accompagner le mouvement du sein associé. L'élasticité du matériau constituant l'élément de renfort permet alors d'amortir le ballotement du sein. Ainsi, plus il se déplace, plus l'élément de renfort va exercer un effort de rappel pour ramener le sein vers sa position normale, non sollicitée. En étant élastique, l'élément de confort exerce un effort de maintien progressif et donc plus confortable. Lors d'une pratique sportive, la poitrine est fortement sollicitée latéralement. L'élément de renfort est agencé et présente des propriétés élastiques de manière à s'opposer à la déformation du bonnet correspondant, respectivement vers la gauche pour le bonnet gauche 10G et vers la droite pour le bonnet droit 10D. L'élément de renfort permet donc de limiter la déformation du bonnet au moins latéralement.Whatever its embodiment, the reinforcing element 12G, 12D aims to structurally strengthen the corresponding cup 10G, 10D, without inducing discomfort for the user. Thus, the reinforcing elements are intended to support the breasts when they are buzzed during sports such as running. Each reinforcing element contributes to providing a multidirectional support, that is to say in a vertical direction Z, transverse Y and forward / backward X. For this maintenance is comfortable, a Reinforcement element must not be rigid so as not to exert pressure on the associated breast but must limit the displacement of the breast. Consequently, a reinforcing element has elastic properties so as to accompany the movement of the associated breast. The elasticity of the material constituting the reinforcing element then makes it possible to cushion the slump of the breast. Thus, the more it moves, the more the reinforcing member will exert a return force to bring the breast to its normal position, unsolicited. Being elastic, the comfort element exerts a progressive maintenance effort and therefore more comfortable. During a sport practice, the chest is strongly stressed laterally. The reinforcing element is arranged and has elastic properties so as to oppose the deformation of the corresponding cup, respectively to the left for the left cup 10G and to the right for the right cup 10D. The reinforcing element therefore makes it possible to limit the deformation of the cup at least laterally.

Plus généralement, notamment en fonction de la forme de réalisation spécifique des éléments de renfort 12G et 12D, on comprend que ces éléments de renfort apportent de l'élasticité aux bonnets, en leur conférant une certaine nervosité dynamique, et/ou améliorent le maintien des seins par les bonnets et/ou ajustent le soutien de la poitrine, et ce aussi bien en réponse à des sollicitations verticales Z qu'à des sollicitations latérales Y ou des sollicitations avant/arrière X. D'ailleurs, si on accepte de limiter les effets de l'élément de renfort de chaque bonnet dans une direction latérale tournée vers l'autre bonnet, la partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique des bonnets, sur laquelle est exclusivement fixé l'élément de renfort, peut être limitée aux portions P1G, P1D et P2G, P2D, autrement dit sans y inclure la portion P3G, P3D. Cette configuration peut faciliter la respiration.More generally, particularly according to the specific embodiment of the reinforcing elements 12G and 12D, it is understood that these reinforcing elements provide elasticity to the cups, giving them a certain dynamic nervousness, and / or improve the maintenance of breasts by the cups and / or adjust the support of the chest, and this as well in response to vertical stresses Z that lateral stresses Y or X forward / backward stresses. Moreover, if we agree to limit the effects of the reinforcing element of each cup in a lateral direction facing the other cup, the connecting part of the peripheral periphery of the cups, on which the reinforcing element is exclusively fixed, can be limited to the portions P1G, P1D and P2G, P2D, that is, without including the P3G, P3D portion. This configuration can make breathing easier.

En pratique, chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D peut être réalisé sous la forme d'un revêtement, obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage. Une autre possibilité de réalisation consiste en une structure de deux couches de tissu, collées entre elles. Encore une autre forme de réalisation possible consiste en un tricot spécifique.In practice, each reinforcing element 12G, 12D can be made in the form of a coating, obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking. Another possibility of embodiment consists of a structure of two layers of fabric, glued together. Yet another possible embodiment is a specific knit.

Pour des raisons d'allègement et d'aération, chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D est préférentiellement ajouré, en comprenant des ouvertures traversantes 121G, 121D. Ces ouvertures débouchent sur le bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D. Le bonnet peut alors être bien ventilé. L'air circule entre l'élément de renfort et le bonnet ce qui permet de sécher le bonnet. Dans l'exemple illustré à travers la figure 4, l'élément de renfort est réalisé par un quadrillage formé par les bandelettes. Dès lors, des ouvertures traversantes 121G, 121D sont formées entre les intersections des bandelettes.For reasons of lightening and ventilation, each reinforcing element 12G, 12D is preferably perforated, including through openings 121G, 121D. These openings open on the corresponding cup 10G, 10D. The cap can then be well ventilated. The air flows between the reinforcing element and the cup which allows the cup to dry. In the example illustrated through the figure 4 , the reinforcing element is made by a grid formed by the strips. Therefore, through openings 121G, 121D are formed between the intersections of the strips.

Suivant une variante non représentée, les éléments de renfort 12G et 12D couvrent partiellement non pas la face extérieure du bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D, mais sa face intérieure.According to a variant not shown, the reinforcing elements 12G and 12D partially cover not the outer face of the corresponding cap 10G, 10D, but its inner face.

Selon un mode de réalisation, chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D est agencé sur le bonnet correspondant 10G, 10D de manière à ne pas couvrir la région centrale de ce bonnet, disposé en regard horizontal du téton du sein correspondant de l'utilisatrice. Le téton du sein étant une zone sensible, cette construction permet d'éviter d'exercer des pressions sur cette zone.According to one embodiment, each reinforcing element 12G, 12D is arranged on the corresponding cup 10G, 10D so as not to cover the central region of this cup, disposed horizontally facing the corresponding breast nipple of the user. The breast nipple being a sensitive area, this construction avoids exerting pressure on this area.

Alternativement, chaque élément de renfort 12G, 12D recouvre complètement le bonnet associé.Alternatively, each reinforcing element 12G, 12D completely covers the associated cup.

Le soutien-gorge 1 comprend en outre un panneau de soutien 50, qui est montré seul sur la figure 5 et qui est visible sur les figures 1 et 6. Ce panneau de soutien peut être qualifié d'externe, dans le sens où il couvre la face extérieure du sous-ensemble formé par les bonnets 10G, 10D, les éléments de renfort 12G, 12D et le panneau support 20. La fixation du panneau de soutien 50 sur ce sous-ensemble est réalisée uniquement sur le pourtour périphérique du sous-ensemble, cette fixation étant par exemple réalisée par couture. Dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures, le panneau de soutien 50 est ainsi fixé au niveau des lignes de coutures L3, L4, L5, L6, L7 ainsi qu'une ligne de couture L10 située sur le bord inférieur du panneau support 20.The bra 1 further comprises a support panel 50, which is shown alone on the figure 5 and which is visible on the figures 1 and 6 . This support panel may be termed external, in the sense that it covers the outer face of the subassembly formed by the cups 10G, 10D, the reinforcing elements 12G, 12D and the support panel 20. support 50 on this subassembly is performed only on the perimeter periphery of the subassembly, this attachment being for example made by sewing. In the embodiment considered in the figures, the support panel 50 is thus fixed at the seam lines L3, L4, L5, L6, L7 and a seam line L10 located on the lower edge of the support panel. 20.

Suivant une disposition particulièrement avantageuse qui contribue aux performances de maintien, de respirabilité et de confort du soutien-gorge 1, le panneau de soutien 50 est constitué d'un matériau élastique anisotrope, prévu pour être davantage élastique transversalement, selon une direction Y, que verticalement, selon une direction Z. Plus précisément, ce matériau élastique présente un module d'élasticité vertical au moins deux fois plus grand que son module d'élasticité transversal. On comprend que, de cette façon, en sollicitation verticale, le panneau de soutien 50 contribue davantage au maintien de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice, tandis qu'en sollicitation transversale, ce panneau de soutien épouse de manière confortable la poitrine de l'utilisatrice et peut être mis à contribution pour favoriser l'aération du soutien-gorge 1, notamment par l'intermédiaire d'aménagements décrits ci-après. En pratique, la matière du panneau de soutien 50 est du polyamide ou du polyéthylène, avantageusement mélangé à de l'élasthanne qui apporte l'élasticité et la nervosité recherchée.In a particularly advantageous arrangement which contributes to the holding, breathability and comfort performance of the brassiere 1, the support panel 50 is made of an anisotropic elastic material, designed to be more elastic transversely, in a Y direction, than vertically, in a direction Z. More specifically, this elastic material has a vertical elastic modulus at least twice greater than its transverse modulus of elasticity. It is understood that in this way, in vertical stress, the support panel 50 contributes more to the maintenance of the chest of the user, while in transverse stress, the support panel comfortably marries the chest of the user and may be used to promote the ventilation of the bra 1, in particular through the arrangements described below. In practice, the material of the support panel 50 is polyamide or polyethylene, advantageously mixed with elastane which provides the desired elasticity and nervousness.

A des fins d'optimisation du compromis entre maintien et aération, le panneau de soutien 50 inclut avantageusement plusieurs parties distinctes, chacune comprenant des ouvertures traversantes homogènes. Ces parties distinctes se différencient les unes des autres par la taille de leurs ouvertures traversantes. Ainsi, dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré ici et comme indiqué sur la figure 5, le panneau de soutien 50 inclut des parties distinctes 51, 52, 53, 54 et 55, respectivement associées à différentes tailles d'ouverture. Au sein de chacune de ces parties 51 à 55, leurs ouvertures présentent une taille homogène entre elles.In order to optimize the compromise between maintenance and ventilation, the support panel 50 advantageously includes several distinct parts, each comprising homogeneous through openings. These distinct parts are different from each other by the size of their through openings. Thus, in the exemplary embodiment considered here and as indicated on the figure 5 the support panel 50 includes separate portions 51, 52, 53, 54 and 55 respectively associated with different opening sizes. Within each of these parts 51 to 55, their openings have a uniform size between them.

Dans cet exemple, la partie 51 comprend de grosses ouvertures 511 du fait qu'elle recouvre les zones de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice, sujettes à forte transpiration, à savoir une zone en « Y » renversée, centrée entre les seins de l'utilisatrice. Un maillage analogue avec de grosses ouvertures 551 caractérise les parties latérales 55, situées à l'aplomb vertical des aisselles de l'utilisatrice. La partie 52 présente des ouvertures moyennes 522. Elle recouvre des zones de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice à la fois sujettes à transpiration modérée et nécessitant un certain maintien, à savoir la zone située en regard horizontal de l'ouverture du « Y » renversé précité. Les parties 54 recouvrant la partie inférieure et en dessous des bonnets présentent également des ouvertures moyennes 541. Les parties 53 recouvrant la partie supérieure des bonnets présentent de très petites ouvertures. Cela permet un peu d'aération mais surtout un bon maintien.In this example, the portion 51 comprises large openings 511 because it covers the areas of the chest of the user, subject to high transpiration, namely an area "Y" reversed, centered between the breasts of the wearer. A similar mesh with large openings 551 characterizes the lateral portions 55, located vertically above the armpits of the user. Part 52 has average openings 522. It covers areas of the wearer's chest that are both prone to moderate perspiration and require some retention, ie the area facing the horizontal opening of the inverted "Y" supra. The parts 54 covering the lower part and below the cups also have medium openings 541. The parts 53 covering the upper part of the cups have very small openings. This allows a little ventilation but above all a good maintenance.

Suivant une forme de réalisation préférentielle, le panneau de soutien 50, en particulier ses parties 51 à 55, est réalisé d'une seule pièce unitaire, par exemple en un tricot tridimensionnel. Cela permet d'éviter le recours à des éléments d'assemblage entre des parties de panneau distinctes, ce qui améliore le confort et la légèreté. Ceci étant, à titre de variante, des pièces de panneau distinctes, qui, en particulier, correspondent respectivement aux parties 51 à 55, peuvent être assemblées les unes aux autres pour former le panneau de soutien 50.According to a preferred embodiment, the support panel 50, in particular its parts 51 to 55, is made in one unitary piece, for example in a three-dimensional knit. This avoids the use of connecting elements between separate panel parts, which improves comfort and lightness. However, as an alternative, separate panel pieces, which in particular correspond to the portions 51 to 55 respectively, can be assembled together to form the support panel 50.

Dans cet exemple, nous avons une multitude de parties distinctes. Il peut y en avoir plus ou moins. Avantageusement, il y a au moins deux parties distinctes.In this example, we have a multitude of distinct parts. There may be more or less. Advantageously, there are at least two distinct parts.

Selon un mode de réalisation, une partie distincte peut ne pas comprendre d'ouvertures traversantes.According to one embodiment, a separate portion may not include through openings.

Suivant une disposition optionnelle, indépendante des dispositions précédentes, le soutien-gorge 1 comprend en outre une bande élastique circonférentielle 60, qui ceinture au moins le dessous des seins de l'utilisatrice. En pratique, cette bande élastique 60 s'étend le long du bord inférieur du panneau support 20 pour entourer en totalité ou partiellement (partie avant par exemple) le buste au niveau du sternum de l'utilisatrice. Cette bande s'étend successivement sur la partie latérale 22G, la partie centrale 21 et la partie latérale 22D de ce panneau support. Préférentiellement, cette bande élastique 60 ne s'étend pas, latéralement, au-delà du panneau support 20, notamment sans atteindre les ailes 30G et 30D. Cette bande élastique 60 placée uniquement sur le devant renforce le support de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice, ainsi que le maintien en position du soutien-gorge 1, sans contraindre la liberté de mouvement de l'utilisatrice dans le dos de cette dernière.According to an optional provision, independent of the preceding provisions, the bra 1 further comprises a circumferential elastic band 60, which surrounds at least the underside of the breast of the user. In practice, this elastic band 60 extends along the lower edge of the support panel 20 to completely or partially surround (front portion for example) the bust at the sternum of the user. This band extends successively over the lateral portion 22G, the central portion 21 and the lateral portion 22D of this support panel. Preferably, this elastic band 60 does not extend, laterally, beyond the support panel 20, in particular without reaching the wings 30G and 30D. This elastic band 60 placed solely on the front reinforces the support of the chest of the user, as well as the holding in position of the bra 1 without constraining the freedom of movement of the user in the back of the latter.

En pratique, plusieurs possibilités de réalisation sont envisageables pour cette bande élastique 60. Dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures, cette bande élastique 60 est intégrée dans la face intérieure du panneau de soutien 50, comme indiqué en pointillés sur les figures 5 et 6. Le corps de cette bande peut notamment être fixé au panneau de soutien 50 par l'intermédiaire d'une ligne de couture. A titre de variante non représentée, la bande élastique est obtenue par ajout d'un revêtement apportant l'élasticité requise, ce revêtement étant réalisé par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage.In practice, several possibilities of realization are possible for this elastic band 60. In the embodiment considered in the figures, this elastic band 60 is integrated in the inner face of the support panel 50, as indicated in dotted lines on the Figures 5 and 6 . The body of this band may in particular be fixed at support panel 50 via a seam line. As a variant not shown, the elastic band is obtained by adding a coating providing the required elasticity, this coating being made by any suitable means, for example, by flocking.

Suivant une disposition avantageuse, qui est d'ailleurs mise en oeuvre dans l'exemple de réalisation considéré sur les figures, la face intérieure du panneau support 20 est revêtue le long de son bord inférieur, autrement dit en regard horizontal de la bande élastique 60. Ce revêtement, qui est référencé 70 sur la figure 3, est obtenu par tout moyen approprié, par exemple, par flockage.According to an advantageous arrangement, which is also implemented in the embodiment considered in the figures, the inner face of the support panel 20 is coated along its lower edge, in other words horizontally facing the elastic band 60 This coating, which is referenced 70 on the figure 3 is obtained by any appropriate means, for example by flocking.

Selon l'invention, plusieurs panneaux sont couverts par un revêtement. Pour obtenir ce revêtement plusieurs techniques sont envisageables. Ces techniques constituant tout moyen approprié pour réaliser ce revêtement peuvent être du flockage, de l'impression, du collage, du soudage, de l'induction, de l'imprégnation, du transfert, une forme de tricotage ou de tissage (body mapping)...According to the invention, several panels are covered by a coating. To obtain this coating several techniques are possible. These techniques constituting any suitable means for producing this coating may be flocking, printing, gluing, welding, induction, impregnation, transfer, a form of knitting or weaving (body mapping). ...

Selon l'invention, plusieurs panneaux disposent d'ouvertures traversantes ou trous. Ces ouvertures permettent de favoriser ainsi l'aération ce qui facilite les échanges thermiques de la peau et notamment l'évaporation de la sueur. De plus, elles permettent d'alléger le vêtement. Par ailleurs, la taille de ces ouvertures est dimensionnée en fonction du compromis souhaité : l'aération ou la ventilation et la tenue ou élasticité recherchée. De grosses ouvertures favorisent la ventilation et sont placées proches des zones thermogènes au détriment de la tenue du panneau dans cette zone. A l'inverse, de petites ouvertures améliorent le maintien du panneau.According to the invention, several panels have through openings or holes. These openings thus make it possible to promote aeration, which facilitates the heat exchange of the skin and in particular the evaporation of sweat. In addition, they allow to lighten the garment. Moreover, the size of these openings is sized according to the desired compromise: ventilation or ventilation and the desired strength or elasticity. Large openings favor ventilation and are placed close to thermogenic zones to the detriment of the holding of the panel in this zone. Conversely, small openings improve the maintenance of the panel.

Dans une variante, les bonnets 10G et 10D sont réalisés dans une seule et même pièce unitaire. L'écartement entre les deux bonnets est maintenu par une portion de matière de cette pièce unitaire, monobloc.In a variant, the cups 10G and 10D are made in one and the same unitary piece. The spacing between the two cups is maintained by a portion of material of this unitary piece, monobloc.

Enfin, diverses formes de réalisation du soutien-gorge conformes à l'invention sont envisageables, notamment par combinaison entre elles des variantes et options décrites plus haut. Par ailleurs, on notera qu'une forme de réalisation possible consiste à omettre le panneau de soutien 50, ce dernier présentant d'ailleurs des caractéristiques intrinsèques, telles qu'exposées plus haut, qui sont indépendantes du reste du soutien-gorge 1.Finally, various embodiments of the bra according to the invention are conceivable, in particular by combining together the variants and options described above. Furthermore, it will be noted that one possible embodiment consists in omitting the support panel 50, the latter also having intrinsic characteristics, as explained above, which are independent of the rest of the brassiere 1.

L'invention n'est pas limitée au mode de réalisation précédemment décrit mais s'étend à tous les modes de réalisation couverts par les revendications annexées.The invention is not limited to the embodiment previously described but extends to all the embodiments covered by the appended claims.

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Sous-vêtement féminin (1), notamment pour la pratique sportive, comportant : - des bonnets, respectivement gauche (10G) et droit (10D), prévus pour recevoir les seins, respectivement gauche et droit, de l'utilisatrice, - un panneau support (20), s'étendant entre et au-dessous des bonnets et se prolongeant latéralement par des ailes, respectivement gauche (30G) et droite (30D), et - des bretelles, respectivement gauche (40G) et droite (40D), prévues pour passer respectivement sur l'épaule gauche et sur l'épaule droite de l'utilisatrice, les extrémités opposées (41 G, 42G) de la bretelle gauche étant fixées respectivement à l'aile gauche (30G) et à une portion haute (P1G) du pourtour périphérique du bonnet gauche (10G), et les extrémités opposées (41 D, 42D) de la bretelle droite étant fixées respectivement à l'aile droite (30D) et à une portion haute (P1 D) du pourtour périphérique du bonnet droit (10D), caractérisé en ce que chacun des bonnets gauche (10G) et droit (10D) est pourvu d'un élément de renfort (12G, 12D) couvrant au moins partiellement le bonnet correspondant, chaque élément de renfort étant fixé au bonnet correspondant uniquement sur une partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de ce bonnet, laquelle partie inclut au moins ladite portion haute (P1G, P1D) du pourtour périphérique, c'est-à-dire, au niveau de la jonction entre le bonnet (10G, 10D) et la bretelle (40G, 40D), ainsi qu'une première portion latérale, respectivement gauche (P2G) pour le bonnet gauche et droite (P2D) pour le bonnet droit, du pourtour périphérique, ladite première portion latérale (P2G, P2D) s'étendant le long du pourtour périphérique de ladite portion haute (P1G, P1 D) jusqu'à sensiblement un point le plus bas (PBG, PBD) du pourtour périphérique.Women's underwear (1), in particular for sports practice, comprising: bonnets, respectively left (10G) and right (10D), intended to receive the breasts, respectively left and right, of the user, a support panel (20) extending between and below the cups and extending laterally by wings, respectively left (30G) and right (30D), and - braces, respectively left (40G) and right (40D), intended to pass respectively on the left shoulder and the right shoulder of the user, the opposite ends (41 G, 42G) of the left shoulder strap being fixed respectively at the left wing (30G) and at an upper portion (P1G) of the peripheral perimeter of the left cup (10G), and the opposite ends (41 D, 42 D) of the right ramp being fixed respectively to the right wing ( 30D) and a top portion (P1 D) of the periphery of the right cup (10D), characterized in that each of the left (10G) and right (10D) cups is provided with a reinforcing element (12G, 12D) at least partially covering the corresponding cup, each reinforcing element being fixed to the corresponding cap only on a connecting portion of the periphery peripheral of this cap, which portion includes at least said upper portion (P1G, P1D) of the peripheral periphery, that is to say, at the junction between the cup (10G, 10D) and the shoulder strap (40G, 40D). ), as well as a first lateral portion, respectively left (P2G) for the left and right cup (P2D) for the right cup, of the peripheral periphery, said first lateral portion (P2G, P2D) extending along the peripheral periphery from said upper portion (P1G, P1 D) to substantially a lowest point (PBG, PBD) of the peripheral periphery. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que ladite partie de liaison du pourtour périphérique de chaque bonnet (10G, 10D) inclut en outre une deuxième portion latérale sensiblement circulaire, respectivement droite (P3G) pour le bonnet gauche et gauche (P3D) pour le bonnet droit, du pourtour périphérique, ladite deuxième portion latérale (P3G, P3D) s'étendant le long du pourtour périphérique depuis le point le plus bas (PBG, PBD) du pourtour périphérique sur un angle (α) d'au moins 45° par rapport à la verticale.Female underwear (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that said connecting portion of the perimeter of each cup (10G, 10D) further includes a second substantially circular, respectively straight (P3G) side portion for the left cup and left (P3D) for the right cup, peripheral periphery, said second lateral portion (P3G, P3D) extending along the circumferential periphery from the lowest point (PBG, PBD) of the periphery around an angle (α ) at least 45 ° from the vertical. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une des revendications 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce que chaque élément de renfort (12G, 12D) couvre au moins partiellement la face extérieure du bonnet correspondant (10G, 10D).Female underwear (1) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that each reinforcing element (12G, 12D) at least partially covers the outer face of the corresponding cup (10G, 10D). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que chaque élément de renfort (12G, 12D) comprend des ouvertures traversantes (121G, 121D).Female underwear (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each reinforcing element (12G, 12D) comprises through apertures (121G, 121D). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que chaque élément de renfort (12G, 12D) se compose de bandelettes formant conjointement un quadrillage.Female undergarment (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each reinforcing element (12G, 12D) consists of strips forming together a grid. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que chaque élément de renfort (12G, 12D) est agencé et présente des propriétés élastiques de manière à s'opposer à la déformation du bonnet correspondant respectivement vers la gauche pour le bonnet gauche (10G) et vers la droite pour le bonnet droit (10D).Female undergarment (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each reinforcing element (12G, 12D) is arranged and has elastic properties so as to oppose the deformation of the cap respectively corresponding to the left for the left cup (10G) and to the right for the right cup (10D). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le panneau support (20) inclut une partie de maintien (21), située entre les bonnets (10G et 10D) en les reliant l'un à l'autre, la partie de maintien étant constituée d'un matériau non élastique.Female undergarment (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the support panel (20) includes a holding part (21) situated between the cups (10G and 10D) connecting them one with the other. to the other, the holding portion being made of a non-elastic material. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le sous-vêtement féminin (1) comporte en outre un panneau de soutien (50) couvrant la face extérieure d'un sous-ensemble formé par les bonnets (10G et 10D), les éléments de renfort (12G, 12D) et le panneau support (20), le panneau de soutien étant fixé à ce sous-ensemble uniquement sur le pourtour périphérique de ce sous-ensemble.Female undergarment (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the female undergarment (1) further comprises a support panel (50) covering the outer face of a sub-assembly formed by the cups (10G and 10D), the reinforcing elements (12G, 12D) and the support panel (20), the support panel being attached to this subset only on the periphery of this subassembly. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que le panneau de soutien (50) comprend des parties constituées d'un matériau élastique anisotrope, dont le module d'élasticité vertical est au moins deux fois plus grand que le module d'élasticité transversal.Female undergarment (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the support panel (50) comprises parts made of an anisotropic elastic material whose vertical modulus of elasticity is at least twice as large as the transverse modulus of elasticity. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une des revendications 8 ou 9, caractérisé en ce que le panneau de soutien (50) inclut au moins deux parties distinctes (51, 52), prévues pour couvrir respectivement des zones différentes de la poitrine de l'utilisatrice, chaque partie distincte comprenant une pluralité d'ouvertures traversantes (511, 521) de taille homogène dans la partie distincte concernée, la taille des ouvertures (511) d'une partie distincte (51) étant différente de la taille des ouvertures (521) de l'autre partie distincte (52).Female undergarment (1) according to one of Claims 8 or 9, characterized in that the support panel (50) includes at least two distinct parts (51, 52) intended to respectively cover different areas of the chest of the user, each distinct portion comprising a plurality of through apertures (511, 521) of uniform size in the distinct part concerned, the size of the openings (511) of a distinct part (51) being different from the size of the openings (521) of the other distinct portion (52). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'une partie de la bretelle gauche (40G) et une partie de la bretelle droite (40D) forment, conjointement, une pièce dorsale (43), commune aux deux bretelles et prévue pour s'étendre dans le dos de l'utilisatrice, la pièce dorsale présentant une forme globale de « X » et présentant une élasticité anisotrope.Female undergarment (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a portion of the left shoulder strap (40G) and a portion of the right shoulder strap (40D) together form a back piece (43). , common to both straps and intended to extend in the back of the user, the dorsal piece having an overall shape of "X" and having anisotropic elasticity. Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant la revendication précédente, caractérisé en ce que la pièce dorsale (43) est davantage extensible selon la direction verticale (Y) que selon la direction horizontale (Z).Female underwear (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the dorsal piece (43) is more extensible in the vertical direction (Y) than in the horizontal direction (Z). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que les ailes (30G, 30D) sont réalisées d'une seule pièce avec le panneau support (20).Female underwear (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the wings (30G, 30D) are made in one piece with the support panel (20). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le panneau support (20) intègre un revêtement de sorte à apporter de l'élasticité aux parties latérales (22G, 22D).Female undergarment (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the support panel (20) incorporates a coating so as to provide elasticity to the side portions (22G, 22D). Sous-vêtement féminin (1) suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que chaque bonnet (10G, 10D) comprend un corps principal (11 G, 11 D) réalisé en en un textile tridimensionnel thermoformé.Female underwear (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each cup (10G, 10D) comprises a main body (11 G, 11 D) made of a three-dimensional thermoformed textile.
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