Abstract:
The invention concerns a bra (10) adapted for athletic use, of the type comprising a first cup (12a) and a second cup (12b), each of them bounded laterally by an outer edge (14a, 14b) and by an inner edge (16a, 16b), and outfitted with a support structure and a base structure, characterized in that each cup (12a, 12b) is outfitted with a support structure connected to a base structure, the support structure comprising at least a first support strap (25a, 25b) of overall cradle shape which is elastically deformable and which extends at least from the outer edge (14a, 14b) to the inner edge (16a, 16b) of the associated cup (12a, 12b), to support the breast.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a bra having a retractable pocket for safely and securely storing a passport (and other large items) while not visibly revealing the presence of the passport under the clothes. The bra also has pockets in the bra shoulder strap for hiding rings, a side opening sleeve for a credit card in the side band and a removable slip pouch inside one or more cups for storing money.
Abstract:
The current invention aims to absorb sweat and body odor from the breasts. It also protects the skin by providing a cushioned support strip below the bra wire. The invention is a lining to be affixed between the inner lining of a brassiere and the skin, having three layers and a set of flaps protruding from the device adapted to be folded outward to hold the device in place.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a brassiere (1) in which each substantially hemispherical cup (2) comprises, in the bottom portion thereof, a polycarbonate support (20) in the shape of a crescent that becomes wider toward the outside, which is thermoformed, and which is secured to the two layers of lace or gauze of the cup by means of a fabric shell adhered to the support and slightly projecting beyond same in order to enable sewing with the layers of lace or gauze along the bottom edge (4). The result is a light brassiere that provides the chest with an advantageous shape.
Abstract:
A bra comprises a pocket in a wing of the bra; the pocket may be made from the wing components or may be a separate structure; the pocket may comprise a closure, such as a zipper; the bra may comprise a high-tack material to prevent slipping of the bra when items are in the pocket.
Abstract:
A method of forming a textile element (10) for use as a structural support component in a garment. The method comprises the steps of: (i) providing a fabric strip (12) having a plush surface (16); (ii) applying a thermoplastic coating (14) to the plush surface (16) of the fabric strip (12) so that the thermoplastic coating (14) penetrates the plush surface (16); and (iii) allowing the thermoplastic coating (14) to cool and rigidify so as to embed at least surface yarns of the plush surface (16) in the thermoplastic coating (14) and thereby form a composite structure at the juncture (J) between the thermoplastic coating (14) and the plush surface (16).