Abstract: This item comprises a brassiere device characterized by the inclusion of cups, straps and fasteners. The cups include central recesses that allow for the introduction of the fasteners that connect the two cups. The cups include lateral recesses that allow for the introduction of the fasteners that connect with the straps, which is configured to include a back-side support element on user's back. All elements of the brassiere are interchangeable, sold separately, allowing for customization of the brassiere to suit the user's needs, without the need to tailor brassiere's parts.

Abstract: A device and method used with a woman's garment, including a brassiere. The device comprises a ring member having a first segment and a second segment, a front side and a back side, and wherein the ring member has a mid-way point between the first and second segment. The device further comprises a first prong extending from the first end of the ring member, with the first prong having a length terminating at a distance less than the mid-way point of the ring member, and a second prong extending from the second end of the ring member, with the second prong having a length terminating at a distance less than the mid-way point of the ring member. In the most preferred embodiment, the center portion allows for passage of the right shoulder strap and the left shoulder.

Abstract: Clothing having cups in which a front center supporting part is provided at a portion where front sides of left and right cups covering left and right breasts respectively which are disposed nearer to a front center in a left-to-right direction than top portions of the left and right cups are continuous with each other, with a front central position interposed between the front sides of the left and right cups. Upper and lower portions of the front center supporting part are spread in a left-to-right direction with the upper and lower portions thereof extended to upper and lower sides of the left and right cups respectively surrounding each of the top portions to such an extent that the upper portion is located at a position where the upper portion and a strap are continuous with each other.

Abstract: The invention relates to a brassiere, comprising; two mutually coupled cups, two back fastening straps which each connect to a different longitudinal side of one or the two different cups and which can be coupled releasably to each other on the sides remote from the cups, and two shoulder straps which each engage on a different upper side of one of the two different cups.

Abstract: A brassiere garment having a pair of cup portions, each cup portion with an inner foam cup molded generally to the shape of the wearer's bust, and an outer fabric layer overlying the foam cup. Each foam cup has a first lower portion comprising a foam ply that is substantially inelastic in its lateral dimension, and a second upper portion that exhibits one or more of a lighter weight, lower density, greater elasticity and lesser thickness than the lower first portion. The lower first portion and upper second portion join with one another along a line generally traversing the foam cup from a lower and inward side of the foam cup and extending upward and laterally outward in direction. In certain embodiments, the line along which the lower first portion and upper second portion are joined with one another generally extends to or through the apex of the foam cup.

Abstract: Disclosed in this specification is a range of push up bras. The range comprises different bra cup sizes, and offers a different amount of padding for different cup sizes in the same range. The different padding provided facilitates a better tailoring of the bra to the body type of the wearer. The padding occupies a decreasing area of the cup as the cup size increases. The centre of the padding is also gradually lowered with increasing cup size.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a brassiere strap clip (20) having three first fingers (31, 32, 33) joined at a first base (21) and all pointing in a first direction, three second fingers (41, 42, 43) joined at a second base (22) and pointing in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a pair of joining members (23, 24) extending between the first and second bases (21, 22) with each joining member (23, 24) being positioned between a corresponding pair of the first and second fingers (31, 32, 33, 41, 42, 43). Furthermore, a method of modifying the rest position of shoulder straps (6, 7) of a brassiere (2) is disclosed whereby the method includes the step of applying an inwardly directed force to each shoulder strap (6, 7) substantially mid way between the shoulder and the point of rear attachment (9) of each strap (6, 7) to the brassiere back strap (4).

Abstract: The bra including inner concealed stretchable, elastic type compartments located on each of the two breast cup portions, each of the two shoulder straps, and at an intermediate cleavage point. The stretchable, elastic type storage compartments may be of varying sizes, and may be left open in pocket fashion or closed with any common means for fastening, such as buttons, zippers, snaps, hook and loop mechanism, or magnets. A series of carrying devices designed to fit into the stretchable, elastic type compartments may be provided into which smaller items may be placed, with the carrying device then placed into one of the concealed stretchable, elastic type compartments.

Abstract: The invention is an undergarment designed to assist a brassiere in providing lift and improved cleavage to the bust while also acting as slimming shape wear. The undergarment is worn over a brassiere. The cup-less design provides a level of lift that an ordinary brassiere on its own cannot produce. In addition, the undergarment acts as a slimming shape wear garment. The material is wider under the arm, smoothing bulges created by the brassiere.

Abstract: A brassiere (1) is provided comprising a torso encircling band (2) adapted to encircle the torso immediately beneath the breasts of a wearer and to which is attached a lower edge of a front panel (4) adapted to operatively extend over a pair of breasts. An upper edge (8) of the front panel terminates in a pair of spaced symmetrically located support zones (9) to each of which is attached a supporting shoulder strap (10) such that the torso encircling band and shoulder straps together operatively support the brassiere on a person wearing same. The front panel is made of a fabric that has limited degree of stretch and semi-permeable characteristics in that it is substantially moisture-proof but permeable to vapours and gasses. The lower edge of the front panel has one or more tucks (6) where it attaches to the torso encircling band on each side of a centre thereof so as to define a breast accommodating and supporting pouch (7) on each side of the centre of the panel.

Abstract: The invention is an undergarment designed to assist a brassiere in providing lift and improved cleavage to the bust while also acting as slimming shape wear. The undergarment is worn over a brassiere. The cup-less design provides a level of lift that an ordinary brassiere on its own cannot produce. In addition, the undergarment acts as a slimming shape wear garment. The material is wider under the arm, smoothing bulges created by the brassiere.

Abstract: Included are articles such as garments including polymer film compositions to alter the stress profile of the garment which is exhibited during wear of the garment. The polymer film may be bonded to the fabric to provide a fabric/film laminate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a convertible apparel top such as a brassiere, tank top, or dress having two straps attached to the garment on at least one end of the strap with a swivel mechanism such as a means for attaching so that the garment may be converted from a garment with straps to a strapless garment and vice versa. In one embodiment, the ends of the straps not attached with a swivel mechanism may be removeably attached to the garment to facilitate the conversion, and may be configured to attach both to the garment and to each other for multiple looks and configurations such as strapless, parallel straps, crisscross straps, and a halter without the risk of losing the straps.

Abstract: A brassiere according to the present invention is provided with a pair of cover cloths, a strap attached to the upper parts of the both of cover cloths, and an under bust belt to which lower hems of the cover cloths are attached. The lower hems of the cover cloths are disposed to the under bust belt so as to be slidable right and left so that a user can breast-feed a baby by sliding one of the cover cloths along the under bust belt to expose either of her breast from the side hem of the cover cloth.

Abstract: A brassiere for protecting a wearer's skin has a pair of breast cups and a first side panel and a second side panel. Each is connected to a different one of the pair of breast cups. The brassiere also has a strap, and a length adjustment device being disposed on the strap. The brassiere also has a cushioning device. The cushioning device pads the wearer's skin from the length adjustment device. The cushioning device has a position stabilizing tab for preventing the cushioning device from sliding underneath the strap.

Abstract: A posture support garment comprises shoulder cap straps designed to pull the shoulders back thereby straightening the wearer's posture. The shoulder cap straps may be lined with silicone or some other appropriate material to grip or “grab” the skin at the area of the pectoral muscles or may be designed to cup the shoulders mechanically. This invention provides an effective posture enhancement while also providing a garment that is comfortable to wear all day. The posture support garment may be integrally designed and manufactured into a brassiere, T-shirt, bodice, or other top garment. The posture support garment may be worn by computer users or others concerned with detrimental genetic posture or the detrimental effects of everyday activity.

Abstract: A device and method used with a woman's garment, including a brassiere. The device comprises a ring member having a first segment and a second segment, a front side and a back side, and wherein the ring member has a mid-way point between the first and second segment. The device further comprises a first prong extending from the first end of the ring member, with the first prong having a length terminating at a distance less than the mid-way point of the ring member, and a second prong extending from the second end of the ring member, with the second prong having a length terminating at a distance less than the mid-way point of the ring member. In the most preferred embodiment, the center portion allows for passage of the right shoulder strap and the left shoulder.

Abstract: A strap cover that is fastened to an underlying strap arranged across a shoulder of a wearer. The strap cover may include a decorative material, a decoration, or an overlying material that is aesthetically pleasing to a viewer. The strap cover is fastened to the underlying strap via a fastening device. The strap cover may cover a portion of a bra, a dress, a lingerie, a shirt, a tank top, a halter top and a pants that runs across a shoulder from a front of the shoulder to a back of the shoulder.

Abstract: A seamless athletic bra includes different regions with different levels of support. The bra is formed from layers of material adhered together. Altering the types of materials comprising the layers in a region changes the level of support in that region as compared with other regions of the bra. A first region having the lowest level of support is found in a back panel and in the molded cups. A second region having a medium level of support is found in the front portion of the strap. A third region having a high level of support is found in a framework that follows the contours of the molded cups and in a back portion of the strap.

Abstract: Beaded straps for use with articles of clothing and methods of manufacturing them are disclosed. In one embodiment, a beaded brassiere strap comprises a main portion and an elastic portion. To provide the main portion, a segment of relatively inelastic beading wire is attached to a first hook and threaded through one or more bead pattern sections in a first direction. The relatively inelastic beading wire is then threaded through a connector bead, then threaded through one or more bead pattern sections in a second direction substantially opposite the first direction, then attached to the first hook. To provide the elastic portion, a segment of relatively elastic wire is also threaded through the connector bead, then loaded with beads, then attached at both ends to a second hook, such that the first and second hooks are at substantially opposite ends of the completed strap.

Abstract: A fragrant brasserie according to one embodiment includes a body portion having a pair of cups, a pair of side straps that engage one another for securely attaching the brasserie to a person's body, and a pair of shoulder straps connected between the cups and the side straps. The body portion has a front section located between the pair of cups that includes an opening leading into an interior compartment. The brasserie also includes a fragrant article that is removably disposed within the interior compartment. The fragrant article has a fragrance associated therewith that provides a pleasant scent that can be experienced over a period of time. The fragrant article is formed of a material that absorbs a liquid and includes a liquid fragrance that impregnates the material so as to provide a pleasant smelling experience when the fragrant article is worn with the brasserie.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a coupling for use in securing a strap to a garment, for example on a bra or bikini, the coupling comprising a slideway adapted to be secured to the body of the garment, and a slider connectable to the strap, the slider being shaped and dimensioned for sliding engagement with the slideway, the slider also preferably being operable to be releasably secured at any position along the slideway.

Abstract: A user selectable interchangeable bra system enables user to customize the selection, style, construction, and usage of a bra both through component purchase and interchangeable fit. An infinite number of different size, color and fits are possible, as well as underwire interchangeableness. The center connector can be selected to provide for user selectable cup separation. Buckle type shoulder strap fittings can be provided with a tiny loop to support body jewelry, and because the shoulder straps are reversible, the body jewelry can be worn on the front or back upper chest, especially where the jewelry can appear to come from underneath the dress to give an appearance of a much more extensive jewelry extent.

Abstract: Garment supporting apparatus for using with a breast-covering garment, comprising a flexible strap and a decorative attachment member.

Abstract: A breast-supporting garment (10) having a pair of centrally joined breast cups (12, 13), each cup having a generally U-shaped underwire (23, 24) extending along a bottom edge and upwardly along inner and outer side edges thereof, each underwire having a substantially straight central section (31, 32), the straight sections being held in abutment to provide enhanced support of the breasts.

Abstract: To provide a garment with breast cups, such as a brassiere, which causes the breast cups to agree with the movement of the breasts caused by breathing movement and the like of a wearer. The garment with breast cups comprises breast cups, a forwardly facing base part and rearwardly facing base parts, wherein, for the purpose of providing a function of causing the breast cups to agree with the movement of breasts, an elastic function of the forwardly facing base part is superior to an elastic function of the rearwardly facing base parts.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an adjustable chest band that snugly encircles a woman's chest under the woman's arm pits and above the woman's breasts and positioned over a garment having at least one shoulder strap wherein when at least one of the shoulder straps of the garment are worn off the shoulder said chest band prevents said garment from slipping down over the woman's breasts. The chest bands of the present invention are useful in keeping women's garments from falling off the chest of the woman when at least one of the shoulder straps of the woman's garments is worn off the shoulder. The chest bands of the present invention therefore are also useful for preventing tan lines on the shoulders of the woman caused by the shoulder strap of such a garment when the garment is worn in the sun as the woman can safely wear at least one of the shoulder straps of the garment off the shoulder.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a brassiere is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a shoulder pad having a concave shape and comprised of a padded material. The shoulder pad may be comprised of a foam material. The apparatus further comprises a first adjustable strap having a first end and second end, wherein the first end is coupled to a first side of the shoulder pad and the second end includes a coupler for detachably coupling to a brassiere. The apparatus further comprises a second adjustable strap having a first end and second end, wherein the first end is coupled to a second side of the shoulder pad and the second end includes a coupler for detachably coupling to the brassiere. The first and second adjustable straps may include a buckle for adjusting the length of the straps. The coupler may comprise a detachable hook.

Abstract: The brassiere includes a left and a right cup, each having a proximate side, a distal side, and a top side. The proximate sides of the cups are attached. A left shoulder blade portion is attached to the distal side of the left cup. A right shoulder blade portion is attached to the distal side of the right cup. A first sleeve is formed in the left shoulder blade portion. A second sleeve is formed in the right shoulder blade portion. A first shoulder strap is connected to the right shoulder blade portion and traverses the first sleeve. A second shoulder strap is connected to the left shoulder blade portion and traverses the second sleeve. The shoulder straps are also connected to the top side of the left cup and the top side of the right cup.

Abstract: A decorative element for the human body in the form of a breast clasp which can be worn on the person. One breast clasp can be worn in the crease beneath a female breast and is held in place by means of a clamping and adhesive effect. The breast clasp is designed as a curved element and performs a shaping or supporting function, or both, for the female breast.

Abstract: A brassiere is provided with a front piece incorporating two breast cups and with two side pieces extending around the upper body of an individual wearing the brassiere, the first ends of which are fastened to the front piece at the sides and the second ends of which can be connected together in the back area of the individual. According to the invention, each of the side pieces includes two layers of a textile material, namely an outer layer facing away from the body and an inner layer facing the body, which are fastened together with an adhesive layer at the upper and lower edges of the respective side piece.

Abstract: A brassiere is provided with a front piece containing two breast cups, with two side pieces, which can be connected together with a back closure, and with two shoulder straps which extend from the upper side edge of the breast cups to the back area of the side pieces. The breast cups are stiffened, especially in their lower and/or side areas. It is provided in accordance with the invention that for stiffening the breast cups in their side area at least one rod-shaped supporting element is arranged, which extends, for example, from the lower side edge of the breast cup at an angle upward to a point on the upper edge of the breast cup adjacent to an attachment of the shoulder strap.

Abstract: A brassiere is provided with a front piece forming the breast cups and with two side pieces extending around the upper body of an individual wearing the brassiere, the first ends of which are fastened to the front piece and the second ends of which can be connected in the back area of the wearer. In addition, shoulder straps extend from the breast cups to the back parts of the side pieces. At least part of the edges of the brassiere is formed in that the textile layer of the brassiere is folded over to form the marginal edge and fixed in this position. According to the invention, to fix the folded-over edge part in place, an adhesive layer is arranged between the folded-over edge part and the textile layer of the brassiere that faces it. In this way, a brassiere that is hardly visible beneath the outer clothing is created, which is also characterized by a high comfort in wearing.

Abstract: A brassiere is provided having a front piece incorporating two breast cups and with two side pieces extending around the upper body of an individual wearing the brassiere, the first ends of which are fastened to the front piece at the sides and the second ends of which can be connected together in the back area of the individual. According to the invention, each of the side pieces includes two layers of a textile material, namely an outer layer and an inner layer. The layers are fastened together at the free edges in such a way that the layer of the textile material forming the outside is folded over toward the inside to form marginal edges and that these edge areas are connected by an adhesive layer with the opposite side of the textile material forming the inside.

Abstract: Ladies garment designed to be worn under a brassiere for the purpose of supporting and lifting the breasts and smoothing the appearance of the upper torso and arms, without interfering with the appearance of the brassiere under outerwear. The garment, made primarily from hosiery material, includes tapered sides fastening in front between the breasts with adjustable, releasable fasteners providing adjustable support and lift, and having sub-pectoral support portions disposed in the tapered sides and covering and supporting the lower lateral and bottom portions of the breasts and the sub-pectorals. Garment may additionally include: support portions on the underside of the sleeves at the triceps; and armpit panels made from breathable or moisture-wicking fabric allowing for ventilation and moisture-wicking. To minimize slippage and displacement, the garment is secured to the brassiere straps by cloth strips attached at the shoulder area of the garment.

Abstract: Garments having one or more laser-cured polymeric regions, methods of making, and laser-cured polymers are provided. The polymeric regions can have cure levels that differ from one another. Further, the polymeric regions can have a variable cure level within the individual region.

Abstract: A strap fastener for a brassiere is configured as an alligator clip and has a slider which engages the ends of the legs of the fastener onto the fabric of a strapless brassiere or the like. The head of the fastener may be welded to the strap for a loop through which the strap is passed.

Abstract: A pad for a brassiere has a first layer; a second layer; and an intermediate layer between the first layer and the second layer. The first layer, the second layer and the intermediate layer are connected at predetermined locations to form a first plurality of depressions on the first layer and a second plurality of depressions on the second layer. The brassiere has a pair of back panels, a pair of shoulder straps, and a pair of breast receiving cups. Each of the pair of breast receiving cups has a first layer; a second layer; and an intermediate layer between the first layer and the second layer. The first layer, the second layer and the intermediate layer are connected to form a first plurality of depressions on said first layer and a second plurality of depressions on said second layer.

Abstract: A device that can be worn under clothing preferably near the nape of the neck to hold the rear shoulder straps of a bra together a determined distance after the wearer establishes a desired degree of cleavage by first lifting upward on the front bra straps. The device can be rubber, plastic, cloth or other flexible material and can be adjustable to different sizes. The device can include two opposing clips that engage the bra straps holding them together to maintain the desired degree of cleavage. The device can be supplied in one or two pieces and be adjustable.

Abstract: An adjustable locking arrangement for a brassiere having two brassiere cups comprise two elongated straps, each of which has a free sliding end portion and an affixing end portion, a locking fastener, comprising a fastening body having two side opening and a center window, and two locker members slidably mounted on the fastening body at the center window, wherein the elongated straps are overlappedly tucked to form two locking loops to slidably engage with the fastening body through the side openings respectively for wrapping up two locker members. Therefore, once the two sliding end portions of the elongated straps are pulled opposedly, the two locker members are capable of defining a distance between the two brassiere cups, and when the affixing end portions of the elongated straps are pulled opposedly, two locker members are capable of locking up the distance.

Abstract: A bra incorporating bra straps that are made from beads threaded onto an elongated tubular member in a decorative pattern. The straps include end connectors that allow them to be detachably secured to the bra. The straps may also include an adjustment member to allow the length of the straps to be lengthened or shortened.

Abstract: A bra formed of a length of tubular knit material flattened into a double ply fabric having rounded top and bottom edges with ends secured to breast pockets to form a torso encircling main body portion. A pair of lengths of tubular knit material flattened into double ply fabrics have ends secured to the main body portion to form shoulder straps having rounded side edges.

Abstract: A bra and a system have bays and a truss for supporting breasts of a user wearing the bra. The bra has a first bay and/or a second bay for receiving the breasts of the user wearing the bra. The bra has a first cup, a second cup and/or the truss for supporting and/or for enclosing the breasts of the user. The truss connects a rear end of the first portion to a rear end of the second portion. Liners are connected to an interior surface of the first portion and/or an interior surface of the second portion. The liners and the interior surface of the first portion and/or the interior surface of the second portion define the first bay and/or the second bay of the bra. The liners are made from a material which prevents irritation and/or rashing of the breasts of the user. The truss reduces stress of, strain of and/or pain in shoulders, a neck and/or a back of the user from the weight of the breasts of the user. The bays, the truss and/or the cups of the bra minimize unwanted movements of the breast of the user.

Abstract: A shoulder strap includes a first stretch fabric and a second stretch fabric, and a first rigid fabric sandwiched between the first stretch fabric and a second stretch fabric and adhered to the first stretch fabric. The rigid fabric is located at an intermediate position between opposite ends of the first stretch fabric and the second stretch fabric.

Abstract: A brassiere having no shoulder straps and no back strap is disclosed. The brassiere comprises a pair of connected breast cups. The brassiere further comprises a pair of side panels comprised of a substantially inelastic fabric, wherein each side panel is coupled to a lateral side of a breast cup. The brassiere further comprises an adhesive disposed on a proximal side of each breast cup and side panel for adhering the brassiere to a wearer.

Abstract: A brassiere strap having a layer of material having an inner surface and a non-slip surface; and a support fabric connected to the inner surface is provided. The non-slip surface has a nap that is capable of preventing movement between the non-slip surface and the skin of a wearer when the strap is worn against the skin of the wearer. A brassiere strap having a layer having a non-slip surface and an inner surface opposite the non-slip surface is provided. The support layer is connected to the inner surface. The layer non-slip surface is formed from a material having a nap that is capable of preventing movement between the non-slip surface and the skin of a wearer when the strap is worn against the skin of a wearer.

Abstract: A breast enhancer especially for maternity and sports brassieres has a connector at one end joined to a shoulder strap and at the opposite end a connector for engagement with the undercup of the maternity brassiere or a cup of the sports brassiere. The enhancer is in the form of a laminated inelastic strip of a greater width than that of the back strap and can be cushioned to reduce pressure on the wearer. It can be provided with a row of female fasteners cooperating with a male press and hook type fastener to enable adjustment of the cup.

Abstract: A bra strap retainer for preventing the straps from falling from the user's shoulders. The bra strap retainer includes a retaining member having an elongate main portion and opposite end portions which are adapted to keep straps of a bra on a user's back in proximate relationship to one another.

Abstract: A reversible adjustable shoulder strap which can be used with high versatility in a variety of strap patterns, for a brassiere, has a strip formed with injection mold male and female closure members which can mate with one another and are identical on either side of the strip.

Abstract: A D-ring for a shoulder strap assembly and brassiere can have a catch which enables the D-ring to be locked in use or opened for lateral insertion of the loop of the shoulder strap. The catch can be formed by a pin on the bow of the D-ring laterally engageable in an eye of a limb.