Abstrict A multi-layer uplift bra which enhances a woman's natural curves
while providing adequate support and coverage for the breasts includes
a bottom portion capable of encircling the torso of a wearer, a
pair of breast cups joined at a center portion, and a pair of straps,
each of which being connected at one end to a breast cup and at
another end to the bottom portion of the bra. The pair of straps
are capable of extending over a pair of shoulders of the wearer.
The breast cups include a first layer for lifting the breasts and
creating cleavage and a second layer for supporting and holding
the breasts in place. A joining means is provided for joining the
first and second layers together along the bottom portion of the
multi-layer uplift bra.
Claims I claim:
1. A multi-layer uplift bra including a bottom portion capable
of encircling the torso of a wearer, a pair of breast cups joined
at a center portion, and a pair of straps each of which being connected
at one end to a breast cup and at another end to said bottom portion
of said bra, said pair of straps capable of extending over a pair
of shoulders of such wearer, said multi-layer uplift bra comprising;
(a) a first layer positioned adjacent to the breast for lifting
the breasts and creating cleavage; (b) a second layer for supporting
and holding said breasts in place positioned over said first layer
and extending over substantially an entire top edge of said first
layer, said second layer extending in a vertical direction towards
the straps parallel to a surface of the wearer's breast to hold
the upper portion of the breast extending above the first layer
in place to reduce unsightly bulges and produce a smooth line to
the breast and; (c) joining means for joining said first and second
layers together along said bottom portion of said multi-layer uplift
bra.
2. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
first layer includes one of an under wire or padding for creating
cleavage and holding said breast in an upward and outward direction.
3. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
first layer includes a combination of an under wire and padding
for creating cleavage and holding said breasts in an upward and
outward direction.
4. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
second layer is formed from one of smooth satin material and a lace
material.
5. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 including one
of a front or back clasp for securing said bottom portion of said
bra about the torso of such wearer.
6. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
pair of straps includes means for making such straps adjustable
in length about the shoulders of such wearer.
7. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
first and second layers are joined at the sides of said breast cups
and at the connection point of said breast cups with said pair of
straps of said multi-layer uplift bra.
8. A multi-layer uplift bra as recited in claim 1 wherein said
joining means comprises one of sewing, fusing, and gluing.
Description FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates, in general, to an improved uplift
bra. More particularly, the invention pertains to a multi-layer
uplift bra which enhances a woman's natural curves while providing
adequate support and coverage for the breasts.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
A multitude of bra designs for various purposes such as cleavage
enhancement, support, padding, and the like are well known in the
art. Many of the cleavage enhancement bras known in the art have
serious drawbacks which include the production of unsightly bulges
of uncovered breast portions which make for an undesirable line
underneath form fitting shirts. Another drawback of cleavage enhancement
bras is that occasionally the breasts "fall out" of the
bra which can cause embarrassment to the wearer. Additionally, some
cleavage enhancement bras include padding therein to enhance the
breasts of small to average breasted women. When women wearing these
types of bras bend over, the bra often pulls away from the breast
also causing embarrassment to the wearer. A drawback of so-called
support bras is that in order to achieve the needed support and/or
coverage for the wearer, the natural curves of the woman are often
suppressed. As a result of the various drawbacks of these bras which
are currently in use, some women have had to resort to wearing two
separate bras at one time, one for breast enhancement and the other
for support and coverage of the breast. The wearing of two separate
bras can be uncomfortable and cumbersome as it requires the use
of two separate attachment members, two separate elastic bands extending
around the wearer's torso and dual straps on each shoulder. Additionally,
the requirement of buying two separate bras which are worn at the
same time can be cost prohibitive.
There is a need in the art to produce a bra which is capable of
enhancing the natural curves and/or cleavage of a woman while providing
sufficient support and coverage of the breast to avoid embarrassment
to the wearer and to produce a smooth line beneath form fitting
shirts.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
It is therefore an object of the invention to produce a multi-layer
uplift bra which enhances the cleavage of the wearer while properly
supporting the breast.
Another object of the invention is to produce a multi-layer uplift
bra which provides adequate coverage to the wearer and produces
a smooth line beneath clothing.
Yet another object of the invention is to produce a multi-layer
uplift bra which is comfortable to the wearer.
A further object is to produce a multi-layer uplift bra which capitalizes
on the advantages of both cleavage enhancement bras and support
bras in a cost efficient manner.
In addition to the objects and advantages listed above, various
other objectives and advantages of the improved uplift bra disclosed
herein will become more readily apparent to persons skilled in the
relevant art from a reading of the detailed description section
of this document. The other objects and advantages will become particularly
apparent when the detailed description is considered along with
the drawings and claims presented herein.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
Briefly, and in accordance with the forgoing objectives, the invention
comprises a multi-layer uplift bra which enhances a woman's natural
curves while providing adequate support and coverage for the breasts.
The uplift bra includes a bottom portion capable of encircling the
torso of a wearer, a pair of breast cups joined at a center portion,
and a pair of straps, each of which being connected at one end to
a breast cup and at another end to the bottom portion of the bra.
The pair of straps are capable of extending over a pair of shoulders
of the wearer. The breast cups of the invention include a first
layer for lifting the breasts and creating cleavage and a second
layer for supporting and holding the breasts in place. A joining
means is provided for joining the first and second layers together
along the bottom portion of the multi-layer uplift bra.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIG. 1 shows a front elevation view with parts of the layers cut
away to illustrate the multi-layer uplift bra constructed according
to the invention.
FIG. 2 shows a cross-sectional side view taken along line 2--2
of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 shows a side elevation view of the multi-layer uplift bra
of the invention.
FIG. 4 shows a front elevation view of the multi-layer uplift bra
of the invention.
FIG. 5 shows a rear elevation view of the multi-layer uplift bra
of the invention illustrating adjusting means and attachment means
for the bra.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Before describing the invention in detail, the reader is advised
that, for the sake of clarity and understanding, identical components
having identical functions have been marked where possible with
the same reference numerals in each of the Figures provided in this
document.
Referring now to FIGS. 1 and 4 there is shown a front elevation
view of the multi-layer uplift bra, generally illustrated as 10.
The uplift bra 10 comprises a bottom portion 12 capable of encircling
the torso of a wearer 14 a pair of breast cups 16 joined at a center
portion 18 and a pair of straps 20 each of which being connected
at one end 22 to a breast cup 16 and at another end 24 to the bottom
portion 12 of the bra. The pair of straps 20 are capable of extending
over a pair of shoulders 26 of the wearer.
Referring now more particularly to FIGS. 1 3 there is shown a first
layer 28 for lifting the breasts and creating cleavage and a second
layer 30 for supporting and holding the breasts 31 in place. A joining
means 32 is provided for joining the first 28 and second 30 layers
together along the bottom portion 12 of the multi-layer uplift bra
10. The joining means 32 can be any well known joining means such
as sewing, fusing, gluing and the like.
The first layer 28 for lifting the breasts and creating cleavage,
can be positioned adjacent to the breasts 31. This first layer 28
can include an under wire 34 padding 36 or a combination of an
under wire 34 and padding 36 for creating cleavage and holding the
breasts 31 in an upward and outward direction.
The second layer 30 for supporting and holding the breasts 31
in place, is positioned outside of the first layer 28. The second
layer 30 extends over substantially the entire top edge 38 of the
first layer 28. The second layer 30 extends in a vertical direction
towards the straps parallel to the surface of the wearer's breast
to hold the upper portion 40 of the breast 31 extending above the
first layer 28 in place to reduce unsightly bulges and produce a
smooth line to the breast 31. The second layer 30 can be formed
from any well known material such as a smooth satin material, a
lace material, or the like.
The first 28 and second 30 layers of the bra 10 are joined at the
sides 48 of the breast cups 16 and at the connection point 22 of
the breast cups 16 with the pair of straps 20.
Now referring to FIG. 5 there is shown a well known clasp 44 for
securing the bottom portion 12 of the bra about the torso 14 of
the wearer. Alternatively, a front clasp 42 as shown in FIG. 4
may be provided for securing the bra 10 about the wearer such those
well known in the art.
Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 5 the pair of straps 20
can include means 46 for making the straps adjustable in length
about the shoulders 26 of the wearer. The adjusting means can be
positioned in the front or the back of the wearer's shoulders 26.
Although the multi-layer uplift bra 10 of the invention has been
described above as having a first layer 28 for lifting and creating
cleavage, positioned adjacent the wearer's breasts 31 and a second
layer 30 for supporting and holding the breasts 31 in place, being
positioned outside of the first layer, it is not intended that the
invention be limited in such a manner. The present invention can
also include an embodiment wherein the second layer for supporting
and holding the breasts in place can be positioned adjacent to the
wearer's breasts and the first layer for lifting and creating cleavage
can be positioned outside of this second layer. The degree of lifting,
coverage, and support would not be effected by the order of placement
of the layers with respect to the wearer's breast.
The invention has been described in such full, clear, concise and
exact terms so as to enable any person skilled in the art to which
it pertains to make and use the same. It should be understood that
variations, modifications, equivalents and substitutions for components
of the specifically described embodiments of the invention may be
made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit
and scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims.
Persons who possess such skill will also recognize that the foregoing
description is merely illustrative and not intended to limit any
of the ensuing claims to any particular narrow interpretation.
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