Abstract: To retain gathered sleeve material of a shirt at a shoulder position of the wearer, a sleeve material retaining loop is attached to or looped around a strap of a brassiere. One end of the material-retaining loop extends out of the neck hole of the outer garment, and another end of the sleeve material retaining loop extends out of the arm hole of the sleeve at a position located above the shoulder of the wearer. The first and second ends of the sleeve material retaining loop are then attached at the shoulder of the wearer to maintain the sleeve in a bunched condition. By this mechanism, the sleeves are removed from interfering with the arm movement of the wearer and a greater amount of skin area is exposed for evaporative cooling of the wearer.

Abstract: A retainer capable of retaining the strap of a foundation garment upon the shoulder of the wearer so as to conceal the strap and maintain it concealed under the outer garment. The retainer is an elongated sleeve having a base, two side walls and a split top, together defining a passageway for the strap. The retainer is of a single piece construction molded from a material having slip resistance in contact with human skin and with clothing materials. After placing a foundation garment strap through the split top into the passageway, the retainer is placed on an appropriate part of the body, generally on the shoulder, concealed by the outer garment of the wearer. The retainer clings to the body and to the outer garment and maintains its position during wear of the garment.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for concealing bra straps. The bra strap concealer being formed by a plurality of elastic members coupled to portions of the bra. Various clasping mechanisms are also disclosed.

Abstract: The front weight support system/garment/bra supports front weight substantially on a wearer's upper back, above the shoulder blades and below the cervical vertebrae of the neck. Weight is supported underneath by the front enclosure 3a which is extended to the wearer's shoulder-tops by opposite side front straps 3a and 11a , which secure to opposite side edges of the yoke 2a. The yoke restrains the front weight rearwardly and upwardly against the wearer's upper back. The downward end of the yoke is leveraged down by spine strap 7a, vertically adjustably secured to the rear of circumferential body band 9a by single adjuster 10a. The enclosure is secured to the front of the body band to keep the enclosure from moving forward off the weight. The yoke is positioned off the back of the wearer's neck by its shape, rigidity, and/or with an attached spine strap. Laterally rigid rod 88a in yoke can hold the front straps laterally apart and off the sides of the wearer's neck.

Abstract: An exposed strap of a brassiere embodying decoration, in a preferred embodiment, as interconnected chain links, in which the looseness of the links permits the strap to assume a looping shape over a user's shoulder, during fitting of the brassiere, and thereafter an elastic tab holds the strap taut during use.

Abstract: A brassiere slide has a groove along the body side flank of each limb which delimits a pair of longitudinal edges which are engaged by the strap as it passes along one flank behind the crossbar and then along the other flank also with similar edges. In this system, there is a reduced tendency for the slider to shift autogenously along the strap.

Abstract: A brassiere slider has its crossbar recessed below the planes of edges of the longitudinal limits which limits sliding of the frame on a strap. The recessed configuration of the crossbar makes the assembly flatter and also increases the security against slide movement of the slider on the strap.

Abstract: An extremely flat slide for brassiere straps has a cross bar offset to one side so that the strap loop around it lies wholly within the thickness of the slide. The strap section which passes through the ring affixed to the brassiere cup is attached to the slide, e.g. at the sewing flange or via a weld at a welding flange.

Abstract: A stretchable, adjustable support device for clothing shoulder straps which connects together straps worn near opposite shoulders and biases shoulder straps worn near one shoulder toward those straps worn near the opposite shoulder to maintain each in a centrally located position between the wearer's neck and one of the wearer's shoulders, thus preventing the straps worn near either shoulder from sliding over its adjacent shoulder. The ends of the support device may be connected to the shoulder straps with hook and pile types of fasteners or they may be permanently attached to the shoulder straps. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use in supporting straps of brassieres, slips, camisoles, and swimsuits.

Abstract: A laminated stretch cushion strap assembly having a stretchable cover, a stretchable cushion filler and a stretchable bottom or bottom fabric. The cover includes a stretchable top fabric, a first adhesive web layer positioned on one side of the top fabric and a stretchable base layer positioned on the first adhesive layer on a side opposite that of the top fabric. The stretchable bottom fabric forms with the cover an enclosure. The stretchable cushion filler is adapted to be completely enclosed within the enclosure. The stretchable cushion filler has a first cushion layer, and adhesive for securing during lamination the cover to the stretchable cushion filler, and the cushion filler to the stretchable bottom fabric. The adhesive is a second adhesive web layer positioned between the stretchable base layer and the first cushion layer to secure the cushion filler to the cover, and a third adhesive web layer positioned on the first cushion layer to secure the bottom fabric to the cushion filler.

Abstract: A Durable Padded Interchangeable Brassiere Strap Shoulder Shield is intended to be placed beneath a brassiere strap between the brassiere strap and the wearer's shoulder. Velcro.RTM. hook fastener material disposed on the dorsal surface of the shield engages the brassiere strap and holds the shield in place while the padded material absorbs the shock from the brassiere strap. The shield is comprised of a resilient semi-rigid form. The form has a gently curved shape in the general contour of a human shoulder, curving from front to back. Padding is disposed upon a bottom side of the form. The padding is held in place by a covering disposed over the padding and the form. The covering directly covers the form and is tight enough to hold the padding against the form giving the shield the general contour established by the form. The hook fastener material is disposed on the covering opposite the padding material.

Abstract: A shoulder strap connector for a garment has a first oval or circular member connected to one of the shoulder straps and a second oval or circular member connected to the other shoulder strap and provided with a hook engaging the first member so that the straps can be joined in an X pattern when desired. The hook projects inwardly substantially to an extension of the inner periphery of the second member and in any event lies inwardly of an extension of the outer periphery of the inner member.

Abstract: A brassiere comprises a pair of cups, a pair of shoulder straps, and a pair of body straps adapted to cross each other, to extend around sides of a person wearing the brassiere, and to fasten to each other at distal ends of the body straps. The shoulder straps and the body straps include hook and loop fasteners for fastening the straps about the person wearing the brassiere.

Abstract: An improved brassiere comprising a means for connecting a first point located on the back portion of a first shoulder strap to a second point located on a first lateral strap. The second point is located between the end of the first lateral strap and the juncture of the first shoulder strap and the first lateral strap. Also, the brassiere includes a means for connecting a third point located on the back portion of the second shoulder strap to a fourth point located on the second lateral strap. The fourth point is located between the end of the second lateral strap and the juncture of the second shoulder strap and the second lateral strap. The means for connecting the first and second points is a first strap having two ends with each end fixedly or removably attached to the first and second points. The means for connecting the third and fourth points is a second strap having two ends with each end fixedly or removably attached to the third and fourth points.

Abstract: A new Bra-Strap Securing System for retaining a bra-strap directly underneath a shirt strap of various types of sleeveless shirts preventing the bra-strap from exposure by securing the bra-strap with a middle positioned dual-sided adhesive tape. The inventive device includes a length of dual-sided adhesive tape formed into a tape roll, transparent or colored, which includes a plurality of perforations perpendicularly aligned to the longitudinal length of the dual-sided adhesive tape at various lengths apart allowing the user to remove an ergonomic section when needed from the tape roll, or can be sold in separate pieces in various lengths and widths.

Abstract: A new detachable brassiere strap buckle and attachment ring for replacing broken brassiere buckles and attachment rings. The inventive device includes a replaceable ring member and a replaceable buckle member. The detachable brassiere strap buckle and attachment ring help adjustibly secure the shoulder strap to the brassiere.

Abstract: The present invention provides an active-wear garment which comfortably provides support to the chest and back areas of the physically-active wearer, while wicking away moisture from the skin of the wearer. The active-wear garment of the present invention provides support such that the breasts of the wearer are comfortably supported and effectively immobilized when worn during physical activity of the wearer.

Abstract: A halter top made from recycling a pair of pants. The halter top embodies a body strap formed from the waistband of the pair of pants, a right and a left breast cup formed from the back pockets of the pair of pants, and connecting straps for holding the halter top in place formed from the seams of the pair of pants. The method of making the halter top involves detaching pieces of the pair of pants in nearly a single sequence and reassembling the pieces to form the top.

Abstract: A bra sport top provides enhanced posture and increased breast support for women engaging in athletic activities. Over-shoulder harnesses encircle each shoulder and serve to urge them back. Cross braces interconnect the two over-shoulder harnesses in a crosswise manner between the shoulder blades. A support belt traveling through a slip sleeve encircles the wearer's torso below the breast and shoulder blades. Interconnecting the over-shoulder harnesses and the slip sleeve are breast-tensioning panels that compress and restrain the breasts so as to prevent any damage to the breast tissue. The left and right breast-tensioning panels may be interconnected by a detachable coupling means or may be connected by elastic bands or the like. Alternative embodiments allow for different directional support of the underlying breast tissue by the breast-tensioning panels.

Abstract: A cushion strap assembly and method of making same is provided which cushion strap assembly is adapted to be used in a brassiere shoulder strap. The assembly includes a top fabric layer, a first adhesive web layer positioned on one side of the top fabric layer, and a base layer positioned on the first adhesive layer on the side opposite that of the top fabric layer. The assembly also includes a cushion filler that is a first cushion layer, a third adhesive web layer positioned on a side of the first cushion layer, a second cushion layer positioned on the third adhesive layer on the side opposite that of the first cushion layer. A second adhesive web layer can be part of the cushion filler or separate. In either event, it is positioned on the first cushion layer on the side opposite the third adhesive web layer.

Abstract: An anti-slipping support for a brassiere shoulder strap 5 has a pliant, elongate bridge plate 1 with a curvature. An upper surface 6 of the bridge plate has a groove 9 proximate an elongate axis. The groove has a securing surface that can be smooth, textured or have a plurality of protrusions 11, each having a gripping surface 12, extending therefrom. A pliant flap 13 is mounted to the upper surface. The respective brassiere shoulder strap is positioned within the groove and beneath the flap to secure the bridge plate from movement along the strap and to provide a smooth top surface. A lower surface of the bridge plate is provided with a cushion pad, which can be either permanently mounted or detachable from the bridge plate. Ventilation orifices 23 can be provided in the bridge plate. Another embodiment has a pair of spaced apart T-shaped strap bays 37 respectively located proximate first and second ends 2 and 3 of the bridge plate to receive the respective brassiere shoulder strap.

Abstract: A post-operative brassiere for use by female patients following cardio-thoracic surgery is disclosed. The post-operative brassiere includes a first breast support cup and a second breast support cup being interconnected by a support strap which is worn about the neck and shoulders of the wearer so as to form an open gap between the first and second breast support cups over the area of the wearer's sternum whereon a surgical incision is located. The conventional torso encircling straps which overlie the sternum in brassieres of the prior art are eliminated. The post-operative brassiere allows access to the incision for routine examination and nursing care while providing adequate support to the wearer's breasts. In one embodiment the breast support cups include elastic panels disposed about the peripheral edges thereof to secure the same in position.

Abstract: A postural bra for supporting and protecting a woman's breasts, helps prevent and correct a tendency of hyperkyphosis of the backbone. The postural bra comprises a bra body (12), provided in its central front part with vertical shoulder lifters (14A, 14B) and of a posterior support (16). The bra body contains, in its lateral edges, identical straps (18A, 18B) which are connected at one of their edges, to upper parts of the vertical folds (20A, 20B) of the referred posterior support (16) and, in the other edges, to the lower parts of the horizontal folds (22A, 22B) of the referred posterior support (16), from which point adjusting straps (24A, 24B) are lengthened.

Abstract: A brassiere in which each cup (1,2), connected to both an elastic band (4) and a respective shoulder strap (7,8), consists, in its lower and lateral parts, of a continuous band (3,3') made of low-stretch fabric.

Abstract: A brassiere for use by female athletes, which brassiere, by unique use of elastic type panel members located in the upper portion of the brassiere and removably and variably affixed by means to the brassiere shoulder strap, prevents bouncing of the breasts, and accomplishes this prevention of bouncing by compression downwards from the upper surface of the breast; and further said elastic type panel member is held in position relative to the balance of the brassiere by means; and further the upper surface of the brassiere has an enclosed bivalved pocket for the insertion of a contoured pad to optimize downward pressure distribution on the breast and to enhance appearance and comfort.

Abstract: An orthotic epaulet adapted to be worn on the shoulder to alleviate discomfort caused by brassiere straps. The epaulet comprises a panel of a flexible materials having a smoothly contoured perimeter, the panel being smoothly curved across a transverse ridge line to form a concave contact surface on the underside of the panel adapted to fit over the user's shoulder, and a convex bearing surface on the top surface of the panel, with the ridge line extending along the ridge of the wearer's shoulder. A strip of a pile material extending transversely across the ridge line on convex bearing surface of the panel, to engage a brassiere strap worn over the shoulder. The panel has an anterior flange adapted to overlie the anterior portion of the shoulder on which the epaulet is worn, and a posterior flange adapted to overlie the posterior portion of the shoulder on which the epaulet is worn.

Abstract: A pad for attachment to a strap, such as the shoulder strap of an article such as a brassiere, includes a fluid-filled envelope, slidable over the strap for eventual positioning over the shoulders of the wearer. A fabric cover may be placed over the envelope and attachment tabs may be secured to either the envelope or the cover to securely position the envelope relative to the strap during use. A modified form of the invention includes a second pair of fluid-filled envelopes affixed to the lower edges of the cups of a brassiere.

Abstract: A laminated fabric product and methods of making the product are disclosed. The use of the laminated fabric product to make a brassiere shoulder strap or a shoe insole pad is also disclosed. The nonwoven textile product includes an inner layer of compressed nonwoven batt of textile staple fibers and a cured binder disposed substantially throughout the batt, intermediate upper and lower layers of synthetic fabric laminated to each side of said inner layer, and upper and lower outer fabric layers laminated to each of the intermediate layers.

Abstract: In apparatus attachable to a strip of material associated with a garment, the combination comprising a flexible support base, and two foldable flaps carried by the base at spaced apart fold locations, and characterized in that the flaps are separately foldable from open positions allowing placement of the strip part at least one open position flap and toward the base, to closed position in which portions of the flaps directly overlie one another and the strip is retained to the base by the flaps; the flaps consisting of mutually face-to-face adherent material to adhere when the portions are pressed together in the closed position of the flaps.

Abstract: A first embodiment of a novel shoulder protector for a brassiere shoulder strap includes first, second and third layers of material. The first layer is a soft cushion material and contacts the skin of a wearer. The second layer is made of a material having a high degree of rigidity that may be heated to conform to the shoulder of a wearer and provides a bearing surface for the strap. The third layer is releasably attached to the second layer and overlays the second layer. The brassiere strap is sandwiched between the second and third layers are securely held therebetween. The second embodiment of the shoulder protector eliminates the third layer and instead a tongue is provided in the second layer under which the brassiere strap is securely held.

Abstract: A cushion strap assembly and method of making same is provided which cushion strap assembly is adapted to be used in a brassiere shoulder strap. The assembly includes a top fabric layer, a first adhesive web layer positioned on one side of the top fabric layer, and a base layer positioned on the first adhesive layer on the side opposite that of the top fabric layer. The assembly also includes a cushion filler that is a first cushion layer, a third adhesive web layer positioned on a side of the first cushion layer, a second cushion layer positioned on the third adhesive layer on the side opposite that of the first cushion layer. A second adhesive web layer can be part of the cushion filler or separate. In either event, it is positioned on the first cushion layer on the side opposite the third adhesive web layer.

Abstract: A shoulder strap for ladies' undergarments, more particularly a shoulder strap for brassieres, includes elastic warp threads and weft threads extending transversely of and woven into the warp threads. The shoulder strap has a longitudinal middle portion whose width is greater as compared to the width of the shoulder strap portions extending longitudinally from the middle portion. The spacing between the warp threads in the middle portion is greater than the spacing of the warp threads in the shoulder strap portions connected to the middle portion. The number of weft threads per unit of length in the longitudinal middle portion is greater than in the shoulder strap portions connected to the middle portion. The number of weft threads per unit of length in the middle portion may be approximately 50% greater than the number of weft threads per unit of length in the shoulder strap portions connected to the middle portion.

Abstract: A support for a brassiere shoulder strap has an elongate bridge plate of desired rigidity with a curvature sized and shaped to form-fit on a woman's shoulder beneath a brassiere strap between an area proximate the clavicle bone in the front and a position proximate a downward-curving rear portion of the shoulder. A bottom surface of the bridge plate is provided with walls, at least two of which are recessed, surrounding a cushion receptacle into which a cushion pad can be inserted and held in cushioning relationship between the bridge plate and the woman's shoulder. The cushion pad can be attached to and detached from the bridge plate conveniently and easily for cleaning, servicing and replacement. The elongate bridge plate can be shaped variously, preferably having a generally elliptical form. Each shoulder strap of a brassiere is positioned on top of a bridge plate and extended down through a T-shaped strap-attachment bay and onto a shoulder of the woman forwardly and rearwardly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bra strap retainer that is in the form of an elongated flexible string-like retainer that is adapted to be attached to the shoulder portion of an upper garment or to an upper garment accessory such as a shoulder pad. In a fully attached mode the string-like brassiere strap retainer forms a closed loop and the brassiere strap is threaded through the formed loop and is securely confined within that loop assuring that the bra strap does not fall down the sleeve of the subject wearing the same.

Abstract: A dress shield device comprising the combination of a vest type holder and a pair of removable dress shields. The vest holder comprises an over-the-shoulder strap and an adjustable chest strap leading around the torso of the wearer. The shoulder straps are stitched at the lower edge, providing a loop for each armhole of the vest holder. The shoulder straps are secured to the adjustable chest strap. The dress shields are attached by hook and loop strips sometimes known as VELCRO.TM. to the area of the vest holder worn next to the underarm area of the wearer.

Abstract: A padded strap for brassieres and similar garments that includes an integral molded pad portion. The strap, including the pad, is suitable for forming the load-bearing straps of the qarment while presenting an attractive, smooth and seam-free outer appearance and also being free of seams along the wearer's skin. The padded strap of the invention also may be used as a separate pad for a conventional strap by attaching appropriate hooks or other hardware to the ends of the strap. A method for forming a strap according to the invention is also disclosed. The method includes laminating selected fabrics to a resilient core to form a laminated sandwich, molding the sandwich under pressure and temperature to compress a portion and leave an uncompressed portion to form a pad portion, cooling the molded sandwich in a curved position to induce a curved set, cutting the molded sandwich to size to form a strap, and securing the strap to a garment.

Abstract: Shoulder pad and bra strap apparatus includes two foldable portions for locking the bra strap in place over a cushion element. In one embodiment, there is a primary cushion only for the bra strap, with a very thin secondary pad for a shoulder pad. A second embodiment, a relatively thick shoulder pad is provided. The shoulder pad may be tapered, if desired.

Abstract: A reversible mastectomy brassiere which may be worn soon after surgery is disclosed with the primary purpose of this brassiere concept being to provide a mastectomy brassiere which may position a prosthesis on the left breast, or when said brassiere is completely reversed, to position a prosthesis on the right breast of the mastectomy patient. This design further includes front fasteners which function equally well irrespective of the side on which the brassiere is worn. The brassiere will provide adequate coverage for the patient soon after surgery, without the necessity of an expensive and time consuming special fitting. The second important aspect of this design is its continuous unbroken and smooth appearance when worn becuase the brassiere configuration and all outer edges have no apparent sewing or standard finishing of any kind on the outer surface of the brassiere.

Abstract: A garment having the combined appearance of a brassiere and a camisole is provided with a camisole top, the brassiere function of the garment being provided by non-stretchable shoulder straps that extend across the interior of the breast cups, and, which are securely connected with the brassiere frames, the shoulder straps extending on a diagonal of the breast cups, portions of the breast cups being reinforced to provide for the support of the weight of the breast.

Abstract: A brassiere construction has breast cups provided with a central diagonally extending panel that is stretchable in vertical directions, and which is non-stretchable in horizontal directions, thus to accommodate different volumes of breast tissue falling within a determined range of volumes.

Abstract: A padded strap for brassieres and similar garments that includes an integral molded pad portion. The strap, including the pad, is suitable for forming the load-bearing straps of the garment while presenting an attractive, smooth and seam-free outer appearance and also being free of seams along the wearer's skin. The padded strap of the invention also may be used as a separate pad for a conventional strap by attaching appropriate hooks or other hardware to the ends of the strap. A method for forming a strap according to the invention is also disclosed. The method includes laminating selected fabrics to a resilient core to form a laminated sandwich, molding the sandwich under pressure and temparature to compress a portion and leave an uncompressed portion to form a pad portion, cooling the molded sandwich in a curved position to induce a curved set, cutting the molded sandwich to size to form a strap, and securing the strap to a garment.

Abstract: A shoulder pad configured and sized to dwell on the shoulder of a wearer; the shoulder pad includes an outer cover having upper and lower sheet portions which are folded over and stitched together so as to enclose a resilient core layer, and has an opening into a pocket provided within the core layer so that valuable articles may be placed therein for safekeeping. The pad also has lip portions provided at the pocket opening which are reinforced and include fasteners, such as VELCRO.TM. fastener strips, to close the pocket. The pad upper surface is provided with at least one VELCRO.TM. patch fastener or strip to engage the inside of the shoulder zone of a garment of a wearer to maintain the pad in desired position, and the pad lower surface includes a loop which can be opened and closed to embrace a brassiere strap of a wearer of the pad.

Abstract: A brassiere accessory comprises two elongated bands that can be fastened together at one end and is threaded through a grip means at the other end, said grip means having two slot openings for passage therethrough of a shoulder strap of a brassiere, and serrated edges opposite said slot openings for gripping said shoulder straps, and an arcuate opening through which an elongated band is threaded. The elongated bands can be fitted with length adjusting means.

Abstract: A shoulder pad assembly for fashionably shaping the shoulders beneath a wearer's clothing. A shoulder pad assembly is worn independently of the wearer's clothing beneath a blouse, shirt, dress or sweater. The invention includes a pair of fashionably shaped shoulder pads, completely enclosed in fabric pockets. The pockets are connected by a panel across the wearer's back behind the wearer's neck. Under-arm straps hold the assembly in place upon the wearer's shoulders independently of other garments.

Abstract: A dress shield article, comprising the combination of a brassiere and a pair of dress shields connected to the brassiere, the brassiere having at each of its lateral sides an over-the-shoulder strap and a back strap leading around the torso of the user, with a composite band of perspiration-absorbing material formed into a sort of cylindrical shape and affixed to the brassiere's laterally outward sides by stitching to the brassiere's straps and to the laterally outer edge of the brassiere.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a maternity and nursing bra incorporating a one-handed fastening method that inherently allows for a stronger cup support and variable adjustment of cup size. It is accomplished by affixing parts of a fastener to the inside of an inner cup (17) to an inner band (15). Also incorporated into the inside of the inner cup (17) is an optional use nursing pad pocket (18). The bra's variable strap width adjusting band (12) and the relocatable shoulder straps (10) enables the bra to be worn with a variety of outer garment styles.

Abstract: A brassiere strap retainer includes a first strip of Velcro material bearing hooks on one side thereof, and a second strip of Velcro material having a hook-receiving pad on one side thereof. The pad of the second strip faces the hooks and one end of the pad strip is secured to the hook-bearing strip, as by glue, sewing or the like. In one embodiment, the pad-bearing strip is shorter in length than the hook-bearing strip and is positioned thereagainst so as to expose both opposite ends of the hook-bearing side of the hook strip. The pad-bearing strip forms an openable flap, between which flap and the adjacent hook-bearing strip surface a brassiere strap can be releasably trapped. The exposed hook portions of the strip are used to releasably anchor the strap to the interior of a woman's upper garment so as to conceal the strap. In another embodiment, one end of the pad-bearing strip is secured to one end of the hook-bearing strip so that the two strips extend away from each other.

Abstract: Combination shoulder pad and brassiere strap cushion (brassiere strap) apparatus includes a pair of panels which fold in the middle. The bra strap is disposed between the two pads and is held in place by fastening elements which secure the two portions of the pads together. When folded, the outer edge of the apparatus comprises a flat line at the outer edge of the shoulder, and extending inwardly from the outer edge is a pair of edges which curve inwardly and terminate at the inside of the user's shoulder, or adjacent to the user's neck.

Abstract: A shoulder pad harness for securely and comfortably supporting a pair of shoulder pads on a wearer's shoulders without a bra or other fasteners is described. Preferably, the shoulder pad harness comprises an adjustable chest strap adapted to be supported longitudinally about a wearer's chest, the adjustable chest strap including a base portion, first and second ends attached to the base, and a clasp for securing the first and second ends of the adjustable chest strap. First and second adjustable shoulder straps are secured and supported generally transversely to the adjustable chest strap, and first and second shoulder pads are secured to the first and second shoulder straps, respectively. In the preferred embodiment, the shoulder pads are made of foam, lined with cotton and covered with lace. To facilitate the wearer's placement of the harness without having to search for a right or left side, the harness includes a pair of tabs sewn adjacent the first and second ends of the adjustable chest strap.

Abstract: A bearing pad readily attachable to a brassiere strap for positioning between the strap and the skin of the wearer of the brassiere to prevent the strap digging into and irritating the wearer's shoulder. The pad is an elongated member having two plies of dissimilar material, the upper ply being a rigid stiff material relative to the lower ply which is a soft cushion-like material. The upper ply may be a high density polyethylene synthetic plastic, and the lower ply a non-woven polyester fabric. The upper ply includes a first pair of tabs spaced from a second pair of tabs, each pair of tabs being adapted to be lifted from the surface of the upper ply for permitting the brassiere strap to be received between the tabs and the surface of the ply in adjustable fashion.