JP6801081B2 - Back opening support bra - Google Patents

Description

Priority Application Reference This application claims the priority of US Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 372,282 filed on August 8, 2016.

The present invention relates generally to underwear, and more particularly to brassieres that provide bust support and an unobstructed appearance on the wearer's back.

Traditional women's underwear, or brassieres, as shown in FIG. 36, generally connect the front main with two cups, a wing extending from the front that surrounds the wearer's chest, and the two wings. It has a hook eye clasp and two shoulder straps. Conventional brassieres are practical for everyday use under everyday wear such as T-shirts, blouses and sweaters. However, these traditional bras are not suitable for all purposes. For example, traditional bras are not suitable for wearing with open-back clothing such as formal gowns.

Clothes that expose women's backs, such as deep-cut or open-back clothing, to one of the trendy or fashionable designs that are popular and continue to be popular with many women. There is a kind. For example, evening gowns, prom dresses, cocktail dresses, etc. with deep or open back cuts are considered elegant to many men and women. Deep-cut and open-back garments have also spread to other types of garments, such as open-back halter tops, which are considered to be one of several fashion items.

One direction in which basic brassiere designs are evolving is to eliminate the need for shoulder straps, as shown in Figure 37. Therefore, full support of the wearer's chest must be achieved by both the cup design and the back straps. This type of bra is commonly referred to as a strapless bra and can be worn with clothing that exposes the wearer's shoulders. However, the back straps of strapless bras are still exposed when worn with deep-cut or open-back clothing.

Another solution is a strapless, back-opening brassiere as disclosed in US Pat. No. 6,397,391. There are no bra wings exposed from underneath open-back clothing. However, this configuration provides little chest support, resulting in an undesired appearance. In fact, if the strap is lowered on the wearer's arm or neck, the bottom of the brassiere cup may shift from the wearer's torso, and as a result, the base of the chest may even protrude from under the cup.

Currently available are a variety of other non-ideal solutions, including silicone cups with glue, strapless bustier bras with side bones and plunging backs. Silicone cups with adhesive options allow you to wear any type of back-opening garment. However, these cups are only supported by glue or adhesive wings and do not provide sufficient support or lift for wearers with larger breasts. Silicone cups held with an adhesive such as glue are generally considered to be of poor quality, as the strength of the adhesive decreases over time and especially when the wearer is sweating. .. In addition, clothing and other products that adhere to human skin are generally not desired, as their removal is painful, causes a rash on the wearer's skin, or both. Therefore, these problems with clothing, including underwear, that adhere to the wearer's skin may not be generally purchased or used, regardless of the wearer's body shape or the wearer's cup size.

Bustier bras with plunging bags, as shown in FIG. 38, often produce unwanted and unsightly swelling effects in areas of the back, where many wearers have excess skin and fat. .. Since these bustier bras are strapless, they need to be very tightly fastened around the torso in order to provide support and stay firmly in place. However, the swelling effect is exacerbated because they must be fastened.

Therefore, a brassiere that can be properly worn with deep-cut or open-back garments and provides support to the wearer's chest in the same or similar manner as a conventional or basic brassiere is desired and also It has been urgently needed for a long time. The present invention targets such brassieres.

In view of the above, one object of the present invention is to provide a back-opening support brassiere that overcomes certain, some, or all of the challenges associated with prior art as briefly described above.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a back-opening support brassiere that provides an unobstructed appearance of the wearer's back while fully supporting the wearer's chest. Another object of the invention is to work well with open back dresses or back open dresses, and other types of garments, where it is desirable for the wearer to see the back unobstructed by the straps of the brassiere and other components. It is possible to provide a back-opening support bra.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a back-opening support brassiere that is easy to wear, easy to adjust, and designed to be properly positioned by the wearer.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a version of a back-opening support bra that allows the wearer to wear garments with deep necklines, or very deep necklines / plunging necklines. is there.

A further additional object of the present invention is to provide underwear that is easy to put on and take off and provides the wearer with one or more of the benefits described herein.

To achieve one or more of the above and other purposes, according to some embodiments of the invention, the present invention is a back-opening support brassiere, the back-opening support brassiere being worn. When each of the cups is configured to support each wearer's chest, the first and second cups and the first to support the first and second cups upwards. At least one upper strap having one end and a second end, and a first lower strap and a second lower strap, each of the first lower strap and the second lower strap having a first The cup and the second cup have a first end and a second end to support the second cup downward, and a first lower strap extends through the wearer's pelvic area and the wearer. It is configured to extend around one leg and a second lower strap that extends through the wearer's pelvic area and extends around the wearer's other leg. A first lower strap and a second lower strap are provided.

As one aspect of the present invention, the first cup and the second cup are not directly attached to each other.

In one particular aspect, the first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup and the second end of the first lower strap is attached to the second cup, second. The first end of the lower strap is attached to the second cup and the second end of the second lower strap is attached to the first cup.

In another aspect, the approximately entire first and second lower straps are placed along the wearer's anterior surface when worn, resulting in an approximately entire back of the wearer. It is not blocked by the first lower strap, the second lower strap, and at least one upper strap.

In yet another embodiment, the strap is permanently secured to the cup.

In yet another embodiment, at least one of the straps is detachably attached to one of the cups.

As a further additional aspect, the at least one upper strap comprises a first upper strap and a second upper strap, both of which are first ends attached to the first cup. Includes a portion and a second end, and the second upper strap both includes a first end and a second end that are attached to the second cup.

As a feature of this aspect, each of the first upper strap and the second upper strap is configured to be worn around each shoulder of the wearer of the back-opening support bra.

In another aspect, the at least one top strap comprises only one top strap that includes a first end attached to the first cup and a second end attached to the second cup.

As a feature of this aspect, the upper straps are configured to be worn around the wearer's neck in a back-opening support bra.

In another aspect of the invention, the back-opening support brassiere is secured to the first portion of the first lower strap and the first portion of the second lower strap near the wearer's anterior pelvic region. An extension between the front panty panel and a second portion of the first lower strap and a second portion of the second lower strap near the wearer's buttock area. The front panty panel is configured to cover at least a portion of the wearer's front pelvic area when worn, and the back panty panel is of the wearer's when worn. It is configured to cover at least part of the buttocks area.

As one feature of this aspect, the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are configured as song-type panties.

As another feature, the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are configured as full-cover panties, covering at least a significant portion of the wearer's buttocks when worn.

As yet another feature, the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are permanently secured to the first lower strap and the second lower strap.

Yet another feature is that the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are configured as a single component that is removable and attached to the first lower strap and the second lower strap.

In yet another aspect of the invention, the first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup and the second end of the first lower strap is in the middle of the first lower strap. Attached to the portion, the first end of the second lower strap is attached to the second cup, and the second end of the second lower strap is attached to the middle of the second lower strap. ..

According to one particular embodiment of the invention, the back-opening support brassieres are a first cup and a second cup that are not directly attached to each other, with the first and second cups respectively. A first cup and a second cup configured to support each wearer's chest when the back-opening support brassiere is worn, and a first and second cup when worn. With at least one upper strap having a first end and a second end configured to support upwards, and to support the first and second cups downwards when worn. A first lower strap and a second lower strap composed of the first lower strap and the second lower strap from each of the first cup and the second cup to the wearer's pelvic area. And downwards, with a first lower strap and a second lower strap configured to extend through the wearer's buttocks and extend around each of the wearer's legs.

According to one aspect of this particular embodiment, the first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup and the second end of the first lower strap is the second cup. The first end of the second lower strap is attached to the second cup and the second end of the second lower strap is attached to the first cup.

According to another aspect of this particular embodiment, the at least one top strap comprises a first top strap and a second top strap, both of which are in the first cup. It includes a first end and a second end to be attached and is configured to be worn around the wearer's first shoulder, both of which are attached to the second cup. It includes a first end and a second end to be worn and is configured to be worn around the wearer's second shoulder.

According to another aspect of this particular embodiment, the at least one upper strap is a neck comprising a first end attached to a first cup and a second end attached to a second cup. A halter, the neck halter is configured to be worn around the wearer's neck.

According to still another embodiment of the present invention, the wearer of the back opening support brassiere includes a method of fastening the back opening support brassiere having the characteristics described in the present specification.

The other embodiments, embodiments, and features of the present invention will be described in detail below. Additional objects, advantages, and features of the invention will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the invention.

The following detailed description is given as an example and is not intended to limit the invention to it, and will be best understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Similar reference numerals indicate similar elements and parts.

1 to 7 are schematic views of a back opening support brassiere according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is shown in a state of being worn by a wearer, and FIG. 1 is a front perspective view. FIG. 2 is a front view. FIG. 3 is a rear view. FIG. 4 is a left side view. FIG. 5 is a right side view. FIG. 6 is a top view. FIG. 7 is a bottom view. FIG. 8 is a schematic front view of a back opening support brassiere according to a second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a schematic rear view of a back opening support brassiere according to a second embodiment of the present invention. 10 to 14 are schematic views of a back opening support brassiere provided with song panties according to a third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 10 is a front perspective view. FIG. 11 is a front view. FIG. 12 is a rear view. FIG. 13 is a left side view. FIG. 14 is a right side view. 15 to 21 are schematic views of a back opening support brassiere provided with full cover panties according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 15 is a front perspective view. FIG. 16 is a front view. FIG. 17 is a rear view. FIG. 18 is a left side view. FIG. 19 is a right side view. FIG. 20 is a view from the upper surface of the wearer. FIG. 21 is a view from the lower surface of the wearer. 22 to 28 are schematic views of a back opening support brassiere provided with separate cups according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 22 is a front perspective view. FIG. 23 is a front view. FIG. 24 is a rear view. FIG. 25 is a left side view. FIG. 26 is a right side view. FIG. 27 is a top view. FIG. 28 is a bottom view. 29-35 are schematic views of a back-opening support brassiere with a separate cup and neck halter according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 29 is a front perspective view. FIG. 30 is a front view. FIG. 31 is a rear view. FIG. 32 is a left side view. FIG. 33 is a right side view. FIG. 34 is a top view. FIG. 35 is a bottom view. FIG. 36 is a schematic view of a brassiere of the prior art so far. FIG. 37 is a schematic view of another prior art brassiere. FIG. 38 is a schematic view of another prior art back-opening brassiere.

The following detailed description of the various embodiments of the present invention will be made with reference to the accompanying drawings. This detailed description describes related functions or structures known in the art to clarify the understanding of the concepts of the invention and to avoid obscuring the invention with unnecessary details. The explanation of is omitted. Moreover, it is apparent from the description herein that there are many variants and modifications that are apparent to those skilled in the art and are intended to be included within the scope of the invention concepts disclosed herein. It should be easy to see.

In addition, several terms such as "cup," "strap," and "panel" are used throughout the description, and each of these terms is the appropriate reference framework for the invention concepts herein. It is provided to provide and to help the reader understand the present invention. However, these terms are not intended to be overly restrictive unless specifically indicated.

As explained or understood in the description herein, the invention in its various forms wears an unobstructed appearance on the wearer's back, as well as the other benefits described herein. It is intended for back-opening support bras that are provided to people. In some embodiments, the brassiere also provides the wearer with an unobstructed look in the central chest area of the wearer. In these embodiments of the invention, the wearer of the brassiere of the invention (in various embodiments thereof) can wear back-opening garments without showing any portion of the brassiere from the back. Therefore, while wearing the brassiere of the present invention, the brassiere should provide more than sufficient support to the wearer's chest and at the same time wear so-called "back-opening" dresses and other back-opening type garments. To enable. In addition, in some embodiments described herein, the brassiere wearer also wears garment with a deep (or very deep / plunging) neckline without showing any part of the brassiere from the front. Can be done.

First Embodiment; Back Opening Support Bra With reference to each drawing, particularly FIGS. 1 to 7, the back opening support brassiere 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention is disclosed. As shown in these figures, the back opening support brassiere 100 (sometimes referred to herein as the brassiere 100 for convenience) includes the body 10, left arm 12a and right arm 12b, left leg 14a and right leg. It is shown as being worn by a wearer (ie, a person) with 14b and a back 16 (back 16 is best shown in the back view of FIG. 3).

With reference to FIG. 1 (also shown in one or more of the other various other FIGS. 2-7 of this embodiment), the back opening support brassiere 100 is paired with the front main panel 110. Including with straps. The front main panel 110 includes a left cup 112a and a right cup 112b. When worn, the left cup 112a supports the wearer's left chest and the right cup 112b supports the wearer's right chest. The left cup 112a has an upper edge portion 114a and a lower edge portion 116a. Similarly, the right cup 112b has an upper edge 114b and a lower edge 116b.

With reference to FIG. 2 (also shown in other figures of this embodiment), the back opening support brassiere 100 includes a pair of upper shoulder straps and a pair of lower straps. Specifically, the brassiere 100 includes an upper left shoulder strap 120a (also referred to as an "upper strap") and an upper right shoulder strap 120b. The lower strap is described in more detail below. Each upper shoulder strap is attached to each cup and each strap is configured to rest on the wearer's shoulders when worn. Specifically, the left cup 112a is supported on the wearer's body by the upper left shoulder strap 120a, and the right cup 112b is similarly supported on the wearer's body by the upper right shoulder strap 120b.

The left upper shoulder strap 120a has a first end 122a and a second end 124a, both ends of which are directly connected to the left cup 112a of the front main panel 110. This is best shown in FIG. 1, but can also be seen in FIG. Similarly, as best shown in FIG. 2 (end 124 is hidden in FIG. 1), the upper right shoulder strap 120b has a first end 122b and a second end 124b. However, both ends are directly connected to the right cup 112b of the front main panel 110.

As shown in the side view of FIG. 4, the upper left shoulder strap 120a forms a first shoulder loop. Similarly, as shown in the other side view of FIG. 5, the upper right shoulder strap 120b forms a second shoulder loop.

Referring again to FIG. 1, the upper left shoulder strap 120a is attached to the left cup 112a (at the end 122a) at the upper edge 114a of the left cup 112a and also at a slightly lower position (at the end 124a). It is attached to 112a. This is also shown in FIG. Similarly, as shown in FIG. 2, the upper right shoulder strap 120b is attached to the upper edge 114b of the right cup 112b (at the end 122b) and to the right cup 112b (also at the end 124b). In one variant described herein, the connection of the upper left strap to the left cup and the connection of the upper right strap to the right cup may be made at different locations, respectively, as shown in the figure. In one version, each end of each top strap is connected at the same location in each cup. In another version, each end of each top strap is attached to each cup away from each other than shown in each figure.

As mentioned above, the brassiere of this first embodiment of the present invention also includes a pair of lower straps. As described in more detail herein, each lower strap comprises two ends (ie, a first end and a second end), and each end of each lower strap is of a brassiere. It is connected to the lower edge of each cup on the front main panel.

Each lower strap forms a "leg loop", and each strap (when worn by the user) extends downwardly in front of the wearer's body (in the wearer's torso area) and is of the wearer's. It passes through the pelvic area, then extends upwards in the wearer's buttock area, and finally connects to the front main panel of the brassiere. With reference to each figure, as shown in FIG. 2, it extends across the front surface of the wearer's torso, especially through the pelvic area as shown in the bottom view of FIG. 7, and the wearer's buttocks as shown in FIG. Each lower strap is shown, which returns upwards around the area and then back to the main panel of the brassiere as shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 and 1. Note that these locations may also be shown in other figures.

As shown in FIG. 2, the lower left strap 140a has a first end 142a and a second end 144a. These ends are directly connected to (or near) the lower edge 116a of the left cup 112a of the brassiere. Similarly, the lower right strap 140b has a first end 142b and a second end 144b, which end is at (or near) the lower edge 116b of the right cup 112b of the brassiere. Directly linked.

In one version of this first embodiment of the invention, the upper shoulder straps 120a, 120b and the lower straps 140a, 140b are permanently secured to the front main panel 110 of the brassiere 100. In another version, all straps are removable from the front main panel of the brassiere. The connection type from each end of the shoulder straps and lower straps to the front main panel may be any type of connection technique suitable for use in brassieres.

In versions where the strap is permanently secured to the main panel, such permanent fixation may be by sewing or stitching the ends of the strap to the front main panel 110. Other methods of permanent fixation may also be used. In such a version, in order to wear the brassiere of the present invention, the wearer "steps" into the leg loop formed by the lower straps 140a, 140b, followed by the upper shoulder straps 120a, 120b of the wearer. Pull them up until they are placed on the shoulders.

With respect to the version of the invention in which the straps are not permanently secured to the main panel, one of the exemplary versions is that each strap can be connected to the main panel of the brassiere by a conventional hook-and-loop fastener. is there. In such a version, the upper shoulder straps 120a, 120b and the lower straps 140a, 140b are removably attached to the front main panel 110 at a loop provided inside the front main panel 110. The loop portion is provided inside the edge portion of the front main panel 110 along the edge portion, and hooks provided at the first end and the second end of the upper strap and the lower strap are provided in two cups. Allows attachment to various locations along the upper and lower edges.

In yet other versions, one or several of the straps are permanently secured to the main panel of the brassiere, and one or more of the other straps can be attached to the main panel of the brassiere and of the brassiere. It is configured to be removable from the main panel (ie, removable or removably fixed). In one such version, the brassiere of the present invention includes a pair of upper shoulder straps (discussed herein) that are permanently secured to the brassiere main panel and are removable and secured to the brassiere main panel. Includes a pair of lower straps (described herein). In yet another version, the brassiere of the invention includes a pair of upper shoulder straps (described herein) that are removable and secured to the brassiere main panel and are permanently secured to the brassiere main panel (as described herein). Includes a pair of lower straps (described herein).

As described and exemplified herein, when the brassiere 100 of the present invention is worn by the wearer, the lower left strap 140a extends from the lower edge 116a of the left cup 112a and extends from the wearer's pelvic area. It is configured to pass through to the wearer's buttocks and then reattach to the lower edge 116a of the left cup 112a. Similarly, the lower right strap 140b extends from the lower edge 116b of the right cup 112b, passes through the wearer's pelvic area and into between the wearer's buttocks, and then the lower edge 116b of the right cup 112b. It is configured to be attached again.

The present invention includes configurations other than those specifically shown in the drawings. For example, the first and second ends of each upper shoulder strap may be fixed in the same position or in different positions in each cup. For example, the first end of each upper shoulder strap is secured to the upper edge of each cup and the second end of each upper shoulder strap is secured to the substantial lower or vertical edge of each cup. Will be done.

In the modified form of the position of the first end and the second end fixed to the cup, the shape of the cup may also be taken into account. Therefore, in these versions, each upper shoulder strap is configured to connect to each cup such that each upper shoulder strap appropriately positions the main front panel 110 on the wearer.

Each figure shows a particular size and shape of each strap of the brassiere of the present invention. However, the size and / or shape of each strap may differ from that shown. In one variant, the upper shoulder straps and lower straps may be wider or narrower than those shown in each figure. In addition, the straps may have different shapes, such as curved shapes, wave shapes, or other suitable shapes. Also, as will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the straps may be made of different materials and different colors. The strap may be translucent or transparent, if desired.

In the various versions of the brassiere of the invention described herein, any of the straps may be elastic and / or may be length adjustable by a suitable length adjustment mechanism. For example, FIGS. 2 and 3 show a slider 146 that allows the wearer to adjust the length of the strap appropriately. Such sliders are well known in the art and therefore description of their structure and usage is omitted herein. Other suitable length adjustment mechanisms may be utilized. In addition, the brassiere 100 may include more or less (including zero) length adjustment mechanisms on each strap of the brassiere.

The left cup 112a and right cup 112b of the brassiere 100 may be lined, padded or otherwise enhanced to provide additional support and / or enhancement. .. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the neckline created by the cups 112a, 112b of the front main panel 110 may have various shapes. The size of the cup may be, for example, A to N, standard or non-standard or any other size.

The brassiere of the first embodiment (and the other selected embodiment) includes a left cup and a right cup having an integral one-member structure, as found in seamless molded brassieres. However, in the modified form, the brassiere may include separate cups that are joined together. Techniques for joining cups include, for example, stitching, or its ends being sewn into or integrated with each cup. As another example, a clasp or other suitable connector is included and is used to attach and detach the cup. The cups shown in the figure of the first embodiment (and other selected embodiments) are integral and therefore permanently fixed to each other. However, in other variants, the cups are connectable to each other and removable from each other. In yet another variation, the cup is as in the fifth and sixth embodiments described herein (ie, the two embodiments described with reference to FIGS. 22-35). It is not connectable to each other and is designed to be worn in this unconnected state.

Although the neckline of the first embodiment described herein is shown to be curved or molded, the front main panel 110 and cups 112a, 112b of the brassiere 100 are described below. Styles such as plunge, full cup, demi cup, push-up, balconet and shelf, and any of the other styles known in the art may be modified to provide. As will be appreciated in the art, cups may be made from different materials and may have different sizes and colors.

In various variants, the front main panel 110 has structural support wires (commonly referred to as "underwires") that are housed in the lower edges 116a, 116b of the two cups to further support and lift the wearer's breasts. It may include a channel. Specifically, each brassiere cup may have an underwire extending around the bottom of the cup (including the sides). As is usually the case with underwire brassieres, the underwire is wrapped in a pad or cushioning material that is either provided inside the cup or sewn onto the inner surface of the cup. In either case, the underwire itself is hidden and at least somewhat padded, otherwise minimizing the discomfort caused by the underwire to the wearer.

The brassiere 100 in any of the variants described herein may be made of natural or synthetic materials, with non-limiting examples being cotton, leather, satin, silk, nylon, spandex, etc. Includes polyester and other known materials, as well as any combination thereof.

Silicone inserts or strips (as described herein) are used to help the brassiere to stay on the wearer's skin, to minimize slippage, and / or for other desired purposes. It may be included inside the left and right cups (in any of the variants described).

The back-opening support brassiere according to the first embodiment of the present invention has been described along with its plurality of variants, but it is understood that this brassiere provides an almost unobstructed appearance of the wearer's back. .. This allows the back-opening support brassiere of the present invention to be worn with a back-opening dress, a V-back dress or a peekaboo back dress or other suitable dress, and another type of garment, the rear view of FIG. As shown in, the brassiere of the present invention is not visible along any part of the wearer's back. As shown in FIG. 3, the upper strap of the brassiere appears to be immediately next to the upper part of the wearer's arm and near the wearer's shoulder, but relatively away from the wearer's neck. Therefore, the entire upper part of the wearer's back is not blocked by the brassiere of the invention according to this embodiment (and any other embodiment described herein). As also shown in FIG. 3, the lower straps are located near the wearer's buttocks, so that the entire lower part of the wearer's back is also unobstructed by the brassiere of the present invention.

Second Embodiment; Back-Opening Support Bra with Lower Strap Reattached to Self-Drawing FIGS. 8 and 9 show a back-opening support brassiere according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

The back opening support brassiere 200 according to the second embodiment includes the structure and features existing in the first embodiment already described and described in connection with the first embodiment. This specification describes the similarities and differences between the second embodiment and the first embodiment. A significant difference between the second embodiment and the first embodiment is that the brassiere 200 of the second embodiment includes a pair of lower straps that are reattached to itself. The lower strap that is reattached to itself will be described below.

With reference to FIG. 8, which is a front view of the back opening support brassiere according to the second embodiment of the present invention, the brassiere 200 has a front main panel 210 including a left cup 212a and a right cup 212b, and upper shoulder straps 220a, 220b. Shown to include. These components of the brassiere 200 have the same structure and function as the corresponding components of the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment, i.e. the front main panel 110 including the left cup 112a and the right cup 112b of the brassiere 100, and It has the same structure and function as the upper shoulder straps 120a and 120b. Therefore, no description of these components of the second embodiment is provided except as necessary for the understanding of the present invention. FIG. 8 shows the first end 222a and the second end 224a of the left shoulder strap 220a, the first end 222b and the second end 224b of the right shoulder strap 220b, the upper edge 214a and the left cup 212a. Includes various labeling of these components, including the upper edge 214b of the right cup 212b and the lower edge 216a of the left cup 212a and the lower edge 216b of the right cup 212b. Given the description herein, the function of these ends and edges is understood.

The brassiere 200 of the second embodiment includes a pair of lower straps 240a, 240b that are different from the lower straps 140a, 140b of the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 8, the lower left strap 240a and lower right strap 240b of the brassiere 200 have a cross-shaped configuration, with the straps in the center of the wearer's abdominal region or when worn by the wearer. It has been shown to intersect each other near it. As described in more detail below, each of the lower left strap 240a and the lower right strap 240b extends downward from the front main portion 210 towards the opposite leg of the wearer (the upper part of each leg). Extends around the wearer's legs (at the waist, near the area), extends around the lower part of the wearer's buttocks (see rear view of FIG. 9), and through the wearer's pelvic area Extend (see FIG. 9) (extending from the back of the wearer to the front of the wearer through the pelvic area) and then (on the front) on the upper leg of the wearer, as shown in FIG. It extends upwards along and attaches to the middle of the same lower strap. As used herein, the pelvic region is the lower part of the torso of the human body between the abdomen and the thighs (sometimes also referred to as the pelvic region of the torso). As shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the lower left strap 240a and the lower right strap 240b are not connected to or attached to each other.

Next, a more detailed description of the lower left strap 240a and the lower right strap 240b of the brassiere 200 will be shown. The terms "left" and "right" associated with the lower straps 240a, 240b are provided for convenience, and the lower left strap 240a is configured to pass around the wearer's left leg, lower right. Note that the strap 240b is configured to pass around the wearer's right leg. However, since the lower strap draws a cross around the wearer's abdominal area, the lower left strap 240a is attached to the right cup 212b and the lower right strap 240b is attached to the left cup 212a.

The lower left strap 240a includes a first end 242a connected to the right cup 212b at the lower edge of the cup 216b. The lower left strap 240a extends downward toward the opposite leg. That is, the lower left strap 240a extends from the right cup 212b, which supports the wearer's right chest when worn, toward the wearer's left leg. Therefore, when worn, the lower left strap extends across the wearer's abdominal area. As shown in FIG. 8, the lower left strap 240a extends to the upper part of the wearer's left leg and then extends around the outer portion of the leg towards the wearer's back region. As shown in FIG. 9, the lower left strap 240a extends around the back of the left leg towards the wearer's pelvic region and then through the pelvic region, thereby towards the front of the wearer. Return. Returning to FIG. 8, it is shown that the lower left strap continues to extend from the pelvic region to the termination 244a. As shown in FIG. 8, the end portion 244a of the lower left strap is attached to the middle portion of the lower left strap.

In the present specification, the end portion 244a of the lower left strap is also referred to as the second end portion of the strap. The second end 244a of the lower left strap includes an attachment mechanism that allows it to be attached to a portion of the lower left strap at the location shown in FIG. The attachment mechanism may be a hook or any other suitable device. Thus, when properly worn, the lower left strap extends downward from the right cup 212b around the abdomen and then surrounds the wearer's left leg. Surrounding the leg is sometimes referred to herein as a leg loop.

The lower right strap 240b has the same structure as the lower left strap 240a but is a mirror image, and the first end 242b of the lower right strap is attached to the left cup 212a of the brassiere at the position shown in FIG. When worn, the lower right strap 240b extends downward, extends around the wearer's abdomen, towards the wearer's right leg, and then outside the right leg towards the wearer's back area. Extend around the part. As shown in FIG. 9, the lower right strap 240b extends around the back of the right leg towards the wearer's pelvic region and then through the pelvic region, thereby towards the front of the wearer. Return. Returning to FIG. 8 again, it is shown that the lower right strap continues to extend from the pelvic region to the termination 244b. As shown in FIG. 8, the end portion 244b (also referred to as the second end portion 244b) of the lower right strap is attached to the middle portion of the lower right strap. Like the lower left strap, the lower right strap 240b includes an attachment mechanism, such as a hook, at its second end 244b that allows it to connect to the middle portion of the lower right strap.

As shown in FIGS. 8 and 9 of this second embodiment of the present invention, each of the lower left strap 240a and the lower right strap 240b extends downward from the front main panel 210 when the brassiere is worn. It extends around each leg, extends through the wearer's pelvic area (from the back to the front of the wearer), then extends upwards, and is attached to the middle of the same lower strap (ie, re-attached). Will be installed). That is, the lower right strap is reconnected to the lower right strap itself, and similarly, the lower left strap is reconnected to the lower left strap itself.

In one variant, each of the lower left and lower right straps, when worn, extends downward from each cup of the brassiere into the pelvic area and the wearer's pelvis (from the front to the back of the wearer). It extends through the area, then extends around the back of the leg (in or near the pelvic area), and then is attached to each strap.

Therefore, as shown in FIG. 8, when the wearer wears the brassiere 200 of the present invention, the lower straps of the brassiere 200 can be connected in two different ways. In one method, the wearer first extends each lower strap (from the outside of the leg to the inside of the leg) around the leg, extends through the pelvic area (from the back to the front), and then terminates. Each lower strap can be attached at portions 244a and 244b. Alternatively, in the other method / technique / version described herein, the wearer first extends each lower strap (from front to back) through the pelvic area and then (from the inside of the leg to the outside of the leg). ) It extends around the legs and then the lower straps can be attached at the ends 244a and 244b.

To allow the wearer to adjust the length of different parts of the lower strap, the brassiere 200 of the second embodiment is paired along the lower straps 240a, 240b, as shown in FIG. Also includes a slider 246 of. The slider 246 is a well-known length adjusting mechanism. Other suitable length adjustment mechanisms may be utilized. Also, in a variant of that shown in FIG. 8, the brassiere 200 may include more or less length adjustment mechanisms, and the upper shoulder straps 220a, 220b may also include such length adjustment mechanisms. .. Thus, the brassiere 200 of the second embodiment (and any other embodiment described herein) may include any number of length adjustment mechanisms (including zeros) on any of the straps described. Good. As is well known in the art, such mechanisms provide comfort, adaptation to various body sizes / shapes, and other known benefits.

With respect to all the benefits of the brassiere 200 of the second embodiment of the present invention, all the benefits described herein with respect to the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment are also applicable to the second embodiment.

In the brassiere 200, the cross-shaped construction described herein also allows the wearer's chest to make the desired movement towards the center of the chest, thereby emphasizing the cleavage.

Further, as shown from the rear view of the second embodiment shown in FIG. 9, the brassiere 200 is the back of the wearer as compared with FIG. 3 (showing the rear view of the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment). Provides the wearer with a completely unobstructed appearance of the entire lower area of the wearer, as well as the wearer's central and upper buttock areas. As described herein, the lower straps 240a, 240b of the brassiere 200 extend around the wearer's legs and extend through the pelvic region, as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9. In such a structure, the brassiere 200 is supported at its lower end, i.e., the front main panel 210 of the brassiere 200 is directed downwards so that what is shown in FIG. 9 is the only part of the brassiere visible from the wearer's back. Fully supported. Thus, the wearer may optionally wear any garment suitable to provide a completely unobstructed appearance of the wearer's back, upper buttock area, and central buttock area. Will be. Other advantages and features are similar to those described for the various embodiments described herein.

Further, the brassiere 200 of the second embodiment may include any of the variants described above with respect to the brassiere 100. These include, for example, different materials, shapes, and other variants and features described herein.

Third Embodiment; Back Opening Support Bra with Song Panties FIGS. 10 to 14 show a back opening support brassiere 300 according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

The brassiere 300 is very similar to the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment, but includes an integrated panty (underwear) 360. As shown in FIGS. 10-14, the brassiere 300 includes a panty 360, which itself includes a front panty panel 360A and a rear panty panel 360B to be described.

First referring to FIG. 10, the brassiere 300 includes a front main panel 310 having a left cup 312a and a right cup 312b. The brassiere 300 also includes a pair of upper shoulder straps 320a, 320b, which are attached to the upper edges 314a, 314b of the two cups 312a, 312b, as shown in FIG. As also shown in FIG. 10, the brassiere 300 also includes a pair of lower straps 340a, 340b attached to the lower edges 316a, 316b of the two cups 312a, 312b.

The structure and function of the front main panel 310, cup 312a, 312b, upper shoulder straps 320a, 320b, and lower straps 316a, 316b of the brassiere 300 are the same as the corresponding components of the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment. Therefore, the details of these elements / structures, as well as their respective functions (and possible variants), are not repeated here.

The brassiere 300 includes an integrated panty 360 with a front panty panel 360A and a rear panty panel 360B, each of these panty panels being interconnected between two lower straps 340a, 340b of the brassiere, between them. Extends to. As shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the front panty panel 360A, when worn, extends between the lower left strap 340a and the lower right strap 340b in the wearer's lower abdomen / pelvic area. Similarly, as shown in FIG. 12, the rear panty panel 360B extends between the lower left strap 340a and the lower right strap 340b in the wearer's buttock area when worn.

The panty panels 360A and 360B are configured to act as song-style underwear, and the amount, size, dimensions and stretch function (if any) of the material is the desired wearer's size / body shape, and other desired It is selected according to the characteristics of. For example, the panty panels 360A and 360B of the brassiere 300, as song-style underwear, to avoid or at least minimize panty lines, and other beneficial properties typical of song underwear. Is configured to extend between each portion of the lower left strap 340a and the lower right strap 360b to provide.

The front panty panel 360A and the rear panty panel 360B are specifically shown in FIGS. 10-12, but the present invention includes variants of those shown in these figures. In one variant, one or both of the panty panels 360A, 360B, when worn, extend further upwards on the wearer. Therefore, in this variant, when worn, the wearer's anterior pelvic area is covered more widely than that shown in FIG. In another variant, when worn, the wearer's buttocks are covered more widely than those shown in FIG. In yet another variant, one or both of the panty panels 360A and 360B cover the anterior pelvic area and / or buttocks narrower than shown in FIGS. 11 and 12. As such, the present invention includes panty panels covering any amount of the wearer's pelvic area and any amount of the wearer's buttocks.

The front panty panel 360A and the rear panty panel 360B in any of these variants are joined / attached to various parts of the lower strap by stitching, or other suitable technique. The panty panels may have a single member and an integral structure, or may have multiple parts that are sewn together (or connected in any other suitable manner). Like the rest of the brassiere, the front and back panty panels can be made of any natural or synthetic fiber. If desired, the panty panel may be made of lace or lace-like material, or may be made of lace cover or other material with a lace-like cover. As with known panties, any number of materials or covers may be utilized for various purposes such as comfort and / or beauty.

In order to allow the wearer to adjust the length of various parts of the lower strap, the brassiere 300 of the second embodiment is one along the lower straps 340a, 340b, as shown in FIG. A set of sliders 346 is further included.

Considering the structure of the brassiere 300, it is understood that the brassiere 300 is easily attached and detached. To wear, the wearer steps into the leg loop formed by the lower left strap 340a and the lower right strap 340b, and two upper shoulder straps (320a, 320b) are placed on the wearer's shoulders. Pull them up until they are done.

The panty panel, brassiere cup, and upper shoulder straps are preferably made of elastic material that provides a degree of elasticity that is easy to use and comfortable.

The brassiere 300 of the third embodiment of the present invention provides an almost unobstructed appearance of the wearer's back, as well as all of the other benefits and features already mentioned with respect to the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment. Moreover, any variation described herein with respect to the first embodiment is equally applicable to this third embodiment. In addition, the brassiere 300 includes any dresses referred to herein, as well as any type of dresses, skirts (eg skirts with deep side slips), pants, etc., along with integrated song-style panties. It is an all-in-one type of underwear that can be worn with many types of other clothing.

Fourth Embodiment; Back Opening Support Bra with Full Cover Panties FIGS. 15-21 show the back opening support brassiere 400 according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. The brassiere 400 is very similar to the brassiere 300 of the third embodiment, but the brassiere 400 does not have an integrated song style panel but includes an integrated full cover panty.

As shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the brassiere 400 has a front main panel 410 with a left cup 412a and a right cup 412b. Further, the brassiere 400 includes a pair of upper shoulder straps 420a and 420b attached to the upper edges 414a and 414b of the two cups 412a and 412b, and a pair of upper shoulder straps 420a and 420b attached to the lower edges 416a and 416b of the two cups 412a and 412b. Includes lower straps 440a and 440b.

The structures and functions of the front main panel 410, cups 412a, 412b, upper shoulder straps 420a, 420b, and lower straps 416a, 416b of the brassiere 400 are those of the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment and the brassiere 300 of the third embodiment. Both are the same as the corresponding components. Details of these components have already been described in connection with at least the brassiere 100 of the first embodiment. Therefore, the details of these elements / structures, as well as their respective functions (and possible variants), are not repeated here.

The brassiere 400 includes a full cover panty 460. The panty 460 includes a front panty panel 460A and a rear panty panel 460B. The front panty panel 460A is the same as the front panty panel 360A of the brassiere 300 of the third embodiment, and therefore a detailed description of the front panty panel 460A is omitted. However, like the front panty panel 360A, the front panty panel 460A may extend higher or lower upwards than those shown in FIGS. 15 and 16.

The rear panty panel 460B is shown in FIG. 17, and is partially shown in the side views of FIGS. 18 and 19. The rear panty panel 460B, when worn, extends in the wearer's buttock area between a portion of the lower left strap 440a and a portion of the lower right strap 440b. As shown, the rear panty panel 460B is full cover style and has the characteristics and benefits of a typical full cover style panty.

The rear panty panel 460B is specifically shown in FIGS. 17-19, but the present invention includes variants of those shown in these figures. In one variant, the rear panty panel 460B extends further upwards above the wearer when worn. Therefore, in this variant, when worn, the wearer's buttock area is covered more widely than that shown in FIG. In another variant, the buttock area is covered narrower than that shown in FIG. As already mentioned for the brassiere 300, the front panty panel 460A may also be different in size / shape from those shown in each figure.

The panties of the brassiere 400 may also be configured to offer different styles based on criteria such as the amount of back cover, the width on each side, the height at which they are worn, and also in the style of leg panties. There may be. Panty 460 also includes satin, silk, PVC, cotton, nylon, mesh, lace, raw leather, leather, latex, Lycra ™, polyester, other materials described herein, or other suitable known materials. It may also be made of various materials and cloths.

Similar to the other embodiments described above, slider 446 is provided to allow the wearer to adjust the length of the various straps. Fewer or more sliders may be provided, if desired.

The front panty panel 460A and the rear panty panel 460B may be separate components or a single integrated component and may be interconnected to the lower straps in any manner described herein. In another variant, the panty 460 is removable from the rest of the brassiere 400 and can be attached to these rests by hook-and-loop fastener techniques, snap-type fasteners, or other suitable temporary attachment mechanisms. is there. In the case of separable panties, the brassiere 400 not only allows the components to be washed separately as needed, but also offers different outfits, different styles and different degrees of comfort benefits / features. It can be used with (or without) various types of panties to provide.

As mentioned above with respect to the brassiere 300 of the third embodiment, the brassiere 400 may include either the brassiere 100 or any of the variants described above with respect to the brassiere 300. These include, for example, different materials, shapes, and other variants and features described herein.

Fifth Embodiment; Back Opening Support Bra with Separate Cups FIGS. 22-28 show the back opening support brassiere 500 according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in these figures and, as described in more detail below, the brassiere 500 is worn in a manner that includes an unconnected cup to provide an unobstructed look in the central chest area of the wearer. Support the person's chest. In such bras, the wearer can wear garments with a plunging neckline, or other cut deep neckline. This brassiere is also "back open" as in the embodiments described above.

With reference to FIGS. 22 and 23, the brassiere 500 includes a left cup 512a and a right cup 512b, a pair of shoulder straps 520a and 520b, and a pair of lower straps 540a and 540b. The left cup 512a and the right cup 512b are not connected and are sometimes referred to herein as "separated cups". Therefore, the brassiere 500 of this fifth embodiment does not include a front main panel having two cups as in the previously described embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 22 and 23, the upper left shoulder strap 520a is connected to the left cup and the upper right shoulder strap 520b is connected to the right cup. The left shoulder strap 520a includes a first end 522a and a second end 524a. Similarly, the right shoulder strap 520b includes a first end 522b and a second end 524b. The end 524b of the right shoulder strap 520b is shown only in FIG. As in the embodiment described above, the strap runs around the wearer's shoulders as shown in FIG. The first end of each shoulder strap attaches to each cup at the upper edges 514a, 514b of each cup, as shown in FIG. The second end of each shoulder strap attaches to each cup near the first attachment point, also as shown in FIG. However, the specific location of the mounting may differ from that specifically shown in each figure.

The function, size, material, and other properties of the upper shoulder strap of the brassiere 500 are as described in previous embodiments. The upper shoulder straps 520a and 520b may be modified by any of the methods described herein in connection with the various embodiments described.

The brassiere 500 includes two lower straps 540a and 540b, which are conveniently identified herein as a lower left strap 540a and a lower right strap 540b. The lower left strap 540a includes a first end 542a and a second end 544a, and the lower right strap 540b includes a first end 542b and a second end 544b. The structure of the lower straps 540a and 540b when the brassiere 500 is worn is shown in FIGS. 23 and 24, along with side views of FIGS. 25 and 26, a top view of FIG. 27 and a bottom view of FIG. 28.

The first end 542a of the lower left strap 540a is attached to the left cup 512a at the lower edge 516a of the left cup. The second end 544a of the lower left strap 540a is attached to the right cup 512b at the lower edge 516b of the right cup. Similarly, the first end 542b of the lower right strap 540b is attached to the right cup 512b at the lower edge 516b of the right cup. The second end 544b of the lower right strap 540b is attached to the left cup 512a at the lower edge 516a of the left cup.

The lower left strap and the lower right strap extend along the wearer as follows when the brassiere 500 is worn. Referring again to FIG. 23, the lower left strap 540a extends downward from the left cup 512a into the wearer's pelvic area and through the pelvic area into the wearer's buttock area. Similarly, the lower right strap 540b extends downward from the right cup 512b into the wearer's pelvic area and through the pelvic area into the wearer's buttock area. The lower left strap 540a and lower right strap 540b then extend upward beyond the wearer's buttocks and around the wearer's waist area toward the wearer's front, as shown in the rear view of FIG. 24. It is extended. As shown in FIG. 24, the lower left strap 540a extends upwardly forward around the left side of the wearer's waist, and the lower right strap 540b extends upwardly forward around the right side of the wearer's waist. It is extended.

Seeing FIG. 23 again, the lower left strap 540a (extending from back to front around the left side of the wearer's waist) extends across the wearer's abdomen (ie, the central part of the waist). , Connected to the right cup 512b. Conversely, the lower right strap 540b (which also extends from the back to the front around the right side of the wearer's waist) extends across the wearer's abdomen (ie, the central part of the waist) and the left cup. Connect to 512a. As shown in FIG. 23, the lower left strap 540a intersects itself at point "a" and the lower right strap 540b intersects itself at point "b".

As shown in the figure and described herein, when the brassiere 500 is worn, the lower left strap 540a extends around the top of the wearer's left leg. Conversely, the lower right strap 540b extends around the top of the wearer's right leg. Note that the terms "left" and "right" in the lower left strap 540a and lower right strap 540b are provided for convenience, and the lower left strap is for both the left and right cups of the brassiere 500. It is understood that it is linked to. Similarly, the lower right strap is also connected to both the left and right cups.

FIG. 28 shows a bottom view of the brassiere 500 of the fifth embodiment of the present invention when worn by the wearer. Depending on size and other factors, this may not be the case for certain people, but the lower left strap 540a and lower right strap 540b are generally in the wearer's pelvic area, as shown. They are in contact with each other.

Similar to the other embodiments described, slider 546 is provided to allow the wearer to adjust the length of the various straps. Fewer or more sliders may be provided, if desired.

The other features and variations mentioned above with respect to the other embodiments described herein can be applied to the brassiere 500 of this fifth embodiment. For example, the upper shoulder straps and / or lower straps may be permanently fixed or attached to each cup, or in modified form, one or more of such straps may be removable. As another example, the left and right cups may be lined, padded, or otherwise enhanced to provide further support and / or enhancement. Silicone inserts or silicone strips may be included inside the left and right cups to minimize the cup from shifting from the wearer's breast and / or to provide other benefits / functions. Other variants described herein are also applicable to this embodiment.

Although generally undesirable, in another variant, the lower left strap is attached to the left cup of the brassiere 500 at both ends and the lower right strap is attached to the right cup of the brassiere 500 at both ends. When worn, the two lower straps intersect each other in the wearer's pelvic area, and the left lower strap extends from the left side to the pelvic area in front of the wearer, then beyond the right side of the buttock area and from the posterior side. Except as it appears, the configurations shown in FIGS. 23-27 are still applicable. Conversely, the lower right strap extends from the right side to the pelvic area on the front of the wearer and then emerges from the posterior side beyond the left side of the buttock area. In this variant, the lower strap is inverted in the rear view of FIG.

As described, the brassiere 500 of the present invention provides a completely unobstructed appearance of the wearer's back as shown in FIG. 24 and at the same time the central chest area of the wearer as shown in FIGS. 22 and 23. It provides the wearer with a variety of advantageous features, including providing support to the wearer's chest, in a manner that provides an unobstructed look. With such a brassiere structure and configuration, the wearer of the brassiere 500 can wear clothing with a deep neckline, or a very deep (eg plunging) neckline, without showing any part of the brassiere. .. In addition, the wearer will be able to wear back-opening garments without showing any part of the brassiere from the back. In addition, the wearer can wear garments that have a deep (or very deep / plunging) neckline and are also back-opening, without showing any part of the brassiere from the front or back. Therefore, many types of garments can be worn with the brassiere 500 of the present invention.

Sixth Embodiment; Back Opening Support Brassiere with Separate Cups Connected by a Neck Holter FIGS. 29-35 show a back opening support brassiere 600 according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. The brassiere 600 is very similar to the brassiere 500 described above, except that the brassiere 600 includes a single neck halter 620 instead of two shoulder straps.

As shown in FIGS. 29 and 30, the brassiere 600 includes a left cup 612a and a right cup 612b and a pair of lower straps 640a, 640b. The left cup includes an upper edge portion 614a and a lower edge portion 616a. The right cup 612b includes an upper edge portion 614b and a lower edge portion 616b. The structure and function of the left cup 612a and the right cup 612b, as well as the lower straps 640a, 640b, are the same as the corresponding components of the brassiere 500 of the fifth embodiment. Therefore, the details of these elements / structures and their respective functions (and variants) are not repeated here.

The brassiere 600 includes a single neck halter 620, the neck halter 620 being connected to the left cup 612a and the right cup 612b at its two ends at the upper edges 614a, 614b of the left cup 612a and the right cup 612b, respectively. To. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 29, the first end 622a of the neck halter 620 is attached to the left cup 612a and the second end 622b of the neck halter 620 is attached to the right cup 612b. When the brassiere 600 is worn, the neck halter 620 extends around the wearer's neck. Similar to other embodiments, the neck halter 620 and lower straps 640a, 640b include a slider 646 to allow the wearer to adjust the length of the various straps. Less or more sliders (including zeros) may be provided, if desired.

The other features and variations mentioned above with respect to the other embodiments described herein can be applied to the brassiere 600 of this sixth embodiment. For example, the neck halter and / or lower strap may be permanently fixed or attached to each cup, or in a modified form, one or more of such straps may be removable. Especially with respect to the neck halter 620, the neck halter can be disconnected (eg untied) behind the wearer's neck. The neck halter may be unwound or disconnected in any manner known in the art. In other versions, the neck halter may be disconnected from one or both of the cups of the brassiere in the manner already described. In yet another version, the neck halter is permanently secured to the cup. In particular, other variants described herein with respect to the brassiere 500 of the fifth embodiment, and other variants described herein with respect to other embodiments, are also applicable to this embodiment.

Similar to the brassiere 500 of the fifth embodiment, the brassiere 600 provides an unobstructed appearance of both the central chest area of the wearer and the back of the wearer, as shown in FIGS. 30 and 31, respectively. In addition, the neck halter 620 provides sufficient strength to support the weight of the chest and flexibility to accommodate the wearer's movements.

Several embodiments of the present invention have been described. The present invention further includes a method of retaining one of the disclosed versions of the brassiere of the present invention to the wearer of the brassiere.

Various methods can be employed for the wearer to put on and take off each brassiere. For example, the wearer "steps" into the leg loop formed by the lower straps (the lower straps may be permanently fixed or removable), then the upper shoulder straps or They may be pulled up until the neck halters are placed on the wearer's shoulders or neck.

Alternatively, in order to wear a brassiere of the invention having a lower strap that includes at least one first end and a second end that is removable and attached, the wearer first puts on the wearer's body. You can wear an upper shoulder strap or neck halter. After the upper straps have been placed, the wearer extends the first lower strap of the brassiere through the wearer's pelvic area, extends around one leg of the wearer, and also extends the second lower strap. Couplings (eg, conventional) that extend through the wearer's pelvic area, extend around the wearer's other leg, and then are located at one or more first and second ends. Use the hook-and-loop fasteners) to attach one or more first and second ends of the lower straps at various locations along the lower edges of the two cups.

After the upper and lower straps have been placed, the wearer can adjust the length of the various straps with the slider until the two cups are properly positioned.

It is understood that each version of the brassiere of the present invention may have multiple methods for attachment and detachment. It should be understood that other methods applicable to each version of the brassiere of the invention, which will be understood by those skilled in the art, may be utilized. Therefore, it should be understood that other methods within the meaning, scope and gist of the present invention may be utilized.

A number of features and benefits have been described for each of the embodiments described herein. In addition, a plurality of variants have been described for each of the embodiments described herein. It is understood that all or most of the variants described for one embodiment are applicable to other embodiments. Some examples are as follows.

Sliders that allow the wearer to adjust the length of a particular strap are shown and / or described herein. This is applicable to all embodiments. The number of sliders may differ from the number mentioned. Therefore, each strap may include zero, one, two, or more such length adjustment mechanisms. Other length adjustment mechanisms may be utilized, as is readily understood in the art.

The various straps in each embodiment may be permanently secured to the cup or other component, or in other variants may be attachable to / detachable from each component. Attachment mechanisms such as hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, hooks, snaps, zippers, buckles, frog fasteners, toggle fasteners, other techniques described herein, and other suitable types of coupling techniques are utilized. You may. In the version described herein in which the strap or other component is permanently fixed to another component such as a cup, the method of permanently fixing is to stitch, glue, or other permanent to each other. Any suitable method known in the art, including fixation techniques, may be used.

The various components of each embodiment described herein, including straps, cups, and other elements, may have different dimensions and / or shapes than those shown in the figure. For example, the straps described herein may be narrower or wider and may be linear, curved, non-linear, wave-shaped, or otherwise. The thickness may also vary. The various components described herein may be made from any number of materials, including materials referred to herein and suitable materials not mentioned herein. As one of ordinary skill in the art will understand, the elasticity (if any) of the material used, and other properties, can vary. The invention in its various embodiments is not limited to any particular color (or absence of color).

The cups of each of the embodiments described may have a shape different from that shown in the figure. For example, the cup may be a full-cover type cup or a partially covered type cup. The cup may have a round shape, another shape such as a triangle, a wacky design, another general shape or an unusual shape. The cup may be plain or partially plain as shown in the figure. Therefore, the term "cup" as used herein allows for the distribution of chest weight for comfort, health, or other purposes, and the appearance of clothing worn over a brassiere. It means a structure that supports the chest in whole or in part for one or more purposes typical of a brassiere, including, but not limited to, well-being or other purposes.

In some embodiments described herein, panties are incorporated into the brassiere. Panties, whether song-style or full-cover, can be incorporated into any of the embodiments and variants thereof described herein. The panties may be a song style / full cover type combination, or may be a panty type not previously described herein. In some versions, the panties are secured to other components of the brassiere (eg the lower strap). In yet other versions, the panties are removable and attachable to the other components of the brassiere. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the particular size, shape, and other properties of each panty component can vary. The front and / or back coverage of each panty component may be modified as desired.

The brassiere 600 of the sixth embodiment includes a neck halter rather than two shoulder straps. Therefore, each of the other embodiments described herein may utilize a single neck halter rather than a shoulder strap. In such variants, the neck halter may be removable, permanently secured to the cup and / or main panel of various embodiments, and has other features and variants described herein. You may.

Several terms are used herein for ease of reference and description. However, as those skilled in the art will understand, the labels used to refer to the various elements and components of the back-opening brassiere of the invention may be modified. For example, even if terms such as the first cup and the second cup, the first lower strap and the second lower strap are used appropriately instead of the left cup and the right cup, the lower left strap and the lower right strap, etc. Good. Other suitable terminology included in the meaning, scope, and intent of the present invention may be further utilized.

The other modifications described above are applicable to any of the embodiments described. The present invention has been described with reference to specific schematics and descriptions, including variations thereof, but various other modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Understood in light of the above. These other variants may be made as understood by those skilled in the art. Therefore, it should be understood that other measures / variants within the meaning, scope and gist of the present invention may be utilized.

Although the present invention has been described with various features and variations thereof, the appended claims are to be construed as including embodiments described herein, alternatives described above, and all equivalents thereof. It is intended to be.

Legends Tables 1-6 below are provided in the form of tables to identify the various elements and components in each figure of the present application. Details of each element and component are described herein.

Table 1 below shows each portion of the wearer, schematically shown in each figure of each embodiment described herein.

Table 2 below shows each part of the back opening support brassiere according to the first embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 to 7.

Table 3 below shows each portion of the back opening support brassiere according to the second embodiment shown in FIGS. 8 and 9.

Table 4 below shows each part of the back opening support brassiere according to the third embodiment shown in FIGS. 10 to 14.

Table 5 below shows each part of the back opening support brassiere according to the fourth embodiment shown in FIGS. 15 to 21.

Table 6 below shows each portion of the back opening support brassiere according to the fifth embodiment shown in FIGS. 22-28.

Table 7 below shows each portion of the back opening support brassiere according to the sixth embodiment shown in FIGS. 29-35.

Claims (22)

A first cup and a second cup, when the support bras opening in the back is worn by the wearer, each of said first cup and said second cup, supporting each breast of the wearer The first cup and the second cup, which are configured to
With at least one upper strap having a first end and a second end for supporting the first cup and the second cup upwards,
A first lower strap and a second lower strap for each of the first lower strap and the second lower strap to support the first cup and the second cup downward. Having a first end and a second end, such that the first lower strap extends through the wearer's pelvic area and extends around one leg of the wearer. The first lower strap is configured so that the second lower strap extends through the wearer's pelvic region and around the other leg of the wearer. And the second lower strap,
Equipped with a,
Each end of the first lower strap is attached to either the first cup or the second cup, and each end of the second lower strap is the first cup. and the second back opening support bra that attached to one of the cups. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 1, wherein the first cup and the second cup are not directly attached to each other. The first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup, the second end of the first lower strap is attached to the second cup, and the first 2. The first end of the lower strap of 2 is attached to the second cup, and the second end of the second lower strap is attached to the first cup, claim 2. The listed back opening support bra. When said back opening support brassiere is worn by the wearer, said first lower strap and the entire of the second lower strap is disposed along the front portion of the wearer, as a result, the wearer the entire back is, the first lower strap and the second lower straps, and not blocked by the at least one upper strap, back open support brassiere according to claim 1. 1. The first upper strap, and the first lower strap and the second lower strap, are permanently fixed to at least one of the first cup and the second cup. Back opening support brassiere described in. The first aspect of claim 1, wherein at least one of the first lower strap and the second lower strap is removably connected to at least one of the first cup and the second cup. Back opening support bra. The at least one upper strap comprises a first upper strap and a second upper strap, and the first upper strap is both a first end and a second attached to the first cup. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 1, wherein the second upper strap includes an end and both include a first end and a second end that are attached to the second cup. The back opening support according to claim 7, wherein each of the first upper strap and the second upper strap is configured to be worn around each shoulder of the wearer of the back opening support brassiere. bra. 1. The first aspect of the invention, wherein the at least one upper strap comprises only one upper strap including a first end attached to the first cup and a second end attached to the second cup. The listed back opening support bra. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 9, wherein the one upper strap is configured to be worn around the wearer's neck of the back opening support brassiere. Front panties that are secured and extend between the first portion of the first lower strap and the first portion of the second lower strap near the wearer's anterior pelvic region. With the panel
Rear panty panel fixed between the second portion of the first lower strap and the second portion of the second lower strap near the wearer's buttock region and extending between them. When,
With more
The anterior panty panel is configured to cover at least a portion of the wearer's anterior pelvic region when worn, and when the posterior panty panel is worn, at least the wearer's buttock region. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 1, which is configured to cover a part thereof. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 11, wherein the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are configured as song-type panties. The front panty panel and the rear panty panel is configured as a full coverage type of panty, when worn, at least the parts of the buttocks of the wearer is covered support bra open back of claim 11. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 11, wherein the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are permanently fixed to the first lower strap and the second lower strap. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 11, wherein the front panty panel and the rear panty panel are configured as a single component that is removablely attached to the first lower strap and the second lower strap. .. The first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup and the second end of the first lower strap is attached to the middle of the first lower strap. The first end of the second lower strap is attached to the second cup, and the second end of the second lower strap is the middle portion of the second lower strap. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 1, which is attached to. A first cup and a second cup, when said first cup and said second cup, not attached directly to each other, the support bra open in the back is worn by the wearer, the A first cup and a second cup, each of which is configured to support each chest of the wearer, with the first cup and the second cup, respectively.
With at least one upper strap having a first end and a second end configured to support the first cup and the second cup upward when worn.
A first lower strap and a second lower strap that are configured to support the first cup and the second cup downward when worn, the first lower strap and the first lower strap. The lower straps of 2 extend downward from each of the first cup and the second cup into the wearer's pelvic area and extend through the wearer's buttocks to the wearer's. With a first lower strap and a second lower strap that are configured to extend around each leg,
Equipped with a,
Each end of the first lower strap is attached to either the first cup or the second cup, and each end of the second lower strap is the first cup. and the second back opening support bra that attached to one of the cups. The first end of the first lower strap is attached to the first cup, the second end of the first lower strap is attached to the second cup, and the second 17. The back opening according to claim 17, wherein the first end of the lower strap is attached to the second cup and the second end of the second lower strap is attached to the first cup. Support bra. The at least one upper strap comprises a first upper strap and a second upper strap, and the first upper strap is both a first end and a second attached to the first cup. A first end and a second, including an end, configured to be worn around the wearer's first shoulder, the second upper strap, both of which are attached to the second cup. The back-opening support brassiere according to claim 17, comprising two ends and configured to be worn around the wearer's second shoulder. The at least one upper strap is a neck halter comprising a first end attached to the first cup and a second end attached to the second cup, wherein the neck halter is worn. The back opening support bra according to claim 17, which is configured to be worn around a person's neck. Both ends of the first lower strap are attached to the same cup of either the first cup or the second cup, and both ends of the second lower strap are any of the same cups. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 1, which is attached to the other cup other than the above. Both ends of the first lower strap are attached to the same cup of either the first cup or the second cup, and both ends of the second lower strap are any of the same cups. The back opening support brassiere according to claim 17, which is attached to the other cup other than the above.