US20140364037A1

US20140364037A1 - Reversible bra

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Publication number: US20140364037A1
Application number: US14/177,196
Authority: US
Inventors: Thereasa Bailey; R.C. Bailey
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2012-02-17
Filing date: 2014-02-10
Publication date: 2014-12-11

Abstract

A reversible bra comprising a pair of cups supporting a user's breasts, where the pair of cups include a first side and a second side; a back strap attached to the pair of cups, where the back strap wraps around the torso of the user; a pair of straps resting over the user's shoulders, where the pair of straps attach to the pair of cups in the front and to the back strap in the back; and a reversible front clasp attached between the pair of cups, where the reversible front clasp enables the user to choose between displaying the first side of the pair of cups and the second side of the pair of cups. The pair of straps may be detachable to allow the user to select between wearing the straps normally, in a criss-cross or even strapless.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO OTHER APPLICATIONS

This application is a continuation in part to U.S. application Ser. No. 13/399,427 filed on Feb. 17, 2012.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to a reversible bra with a reversible clasp that fastens in the front, between a pair of cups.
2. Description of Related Art
Brassieres or bras are common accessories generally worn by women to support and cradle their breasts. From the time a young girl starts to develop they learn to wear a bra and do so for the rest of their lives. The average woman may accumulate many, many bras during their lifetime each with different purposes, styles and comfort levels. As more bras are purchased the amount of money spent quickly accumulates, whereas the space needed to store the bras shrinks in correlation. Accordingly, to address the issue of money and space, some bras have been developed to be reversible. In this case, the woman may wear the bra normally, and then as an option flip the bra inside out and wear the reverse side on the outside. This provides a two-in-one option for her cutting down on the costs and storage space needed.
Various types of reversible bras have been created to provide a user brassiere options. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 7,435,156 by Zhen Quang Liu discloses a reversible brassiere with cups that include a first side and a second side. The different sides give the wearer the option of choosing which side to display. Likewise, U.S. Pat. No. 7,306,505 by Dawn Barbour et al. discloses a reversible sports bra. The sports bra may be turned inside out at will by the user. Finally, U.S. Pat. No. 7,887,390 by Maxine M. Dowe discloses a reversible bra where the back closure is reversible, enabling easier fastening whether displaying the first or second cup side.
While these bras do provide a reversible feature, there still exists a desire in the art to provide a reversible bra that may include a front closure for additional convenience. Also, it would be beneficial in the art to provide a reversible bra that includes changeable straps to wear the bra with the latest clothing styles.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the prior art, the general purpose of the present invention is to provide a reversible bra with a front clasp, configured to include all of the advantages of the prior art, and to overcome the drawbacks inherent therein.
Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a reversible bra with a closure in the front between a pair of cups to allow the user to fasten the bra easily in front.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a reversible bra with a pair of detachable straps to allow the user to arrange the straps as a criss-cross, a single strap or a strapless bra.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a reversible bra with a pair of cups, where each side of the cups includes different designs for fashion and color options for the wearer.
To achieve the above objects, in an aspect of the present invention, a reversible is described comprising a pair of cups supporting a user's breasts, where the pair of cups include a first side and a second side; a back strap attached to the pair of cups, where the back strap wraps around the torso of the user; a pair of straps resting over the user's shoulders, where the pair of straps attach to the pair of cups in the front and to the back strap in the back; and a reversible front clasp attached between the pair of cups, where the reversible front clasp enables the user to choose between displaying the first side of the pair of cups and the second side of the pair of cups. The pair of straps may be detachable to allow the user to select between wearing the straps normally, in a criss-cross or even strapless.
These together with other aspects of the present invention, along with the various features of novelty that characterize the present invention, are pointed out with particularity in the claims annexed hereto and form a part of this present invention. For a better understanding of the present invention, its operating advantages, and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated exemplary embodiments of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following detailed description and claims taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like elements are identified with like symbols, and in which:

FIG. 1(A) depicts a perspective view of a reversible bra in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 1(B) depicts a backside view of a reversible bra in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2(A) depicts a perspective view of a reversible bra in accordance with a second embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2(B) depicts a perspective view of a reversible bra in accordance with a third embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 2(C) depicts a perspective view of a reversible bra in accordance with a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the description of several views of the drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The present invention relates to a reversible bra with a reversible clasp that fastens in the front, between a pair of cups. The present invention provides a reversible bra as a two-in-one style undergarment. The reversible bra includes a pair of cups with different colors or designs on each side to enable the user to choose between two designs to wear that day. By providing two design options in a single bra the user reduces the costs they spend on expensive lingerie, and reduces the amount of space used to store the brassiere.
Turning now descriptively to the drawings, referring to FIG. 1, a perspective view of a reversible bra 10 is shown in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The reversible bra 10 includes a pair of cups 12 extending across the front to support a user's breasts. The pair of cups 12 may include an underwire to provide form and greater support to the pair of cups 12. FIG. 1A illustrates a first side of the pair of cups 12. Attached to the pair of cups 12 may be a pair of straps 14. The pair of straps 14 rest over the user's shoulders to support the pair of cups 12. The pair of straps 14 may be connected to a back strap 22, as shown in FIG. 1B illustrating the backside of the reversible bra 10. The back strap 22 wraps around the user's torso to connect the pair of cups 12 around the backside of the user. The pair of straps 14 may include a pair of slide adjustors 20 to modify the length of the pair of straps 14.
Attaching the pair of cups 12 to each other 12 may be a reversible front clasp 16. The reversible front clasp 16 secures the pair of cups 12 against the user's body in the front for easy fastening and adjustment. As shown in FIG. 1B, the pair of cups 12 include a second side 18, where the user may wear the reversible bra 10 with the first side 12 showing or the second side 18 showing. The reversible front clasp 16 is designed to fasten whether the first side 12 or the second side 18 is showing.
Referring now to FIG. 2(A), a perspective view of a reversible bra 100 is shown in accordance with a second embodiment of the present invention. The reversible bra 100 includes a pair of cups 102, a pair of straps 104 and a reversible front clasp 106. Within the pair of cups 102 may be an insert 108. The insert 108 may be a removable padding to serve as a push-up pad adding lift and volume to the appearance of user's breasts. The insert 108 may provide a natural appearance outside the cups 102 while still giving desired support and fullness.
Referring to FIG. 2(B), the reversible bra 100 is shown as a third embodiment of the present invention. The reversible bra 100 may include a pair of straps 104 that form a criss-cross 110 across the user's back. The criss-cross straps 110 may enable a user wear more athletic style tops without the straps 104 being seen on the user's shoulders. Additionally, the straps 104 may be detachable to enable the user to change between the standard strap formation shown in FIG. 2A and the criss-cross 110 formation shown in FIG. 2B. Finally, one or both detachable straps 104 may be removed from the reversible bra 100 to create either a single strap bra or a staples bra (illustrated in FIG. 2(C)).
The reversible bra provides a two-in-one design wherein the user may choose between wearing the first side of the cups showing or the second side of the cups showing. The reversible cups may be decorated with colors, designs and patterns, a different one on each side. The reversible bra may be made from a durable nylon, soft lace, silk, cotton, satin or similar materials. Available in a range of sizes from 32A to 38DD, the reversible bra provides a comfortable and practical alternative to standard bras, reducing undergarment costs and storage space necessary for women and young ladies.
The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A reversible bra comprising:

a pair of cups supporting a user's breasts, where the pair of cups include a first side and a second side;

a back strap attached to the pair of cups, where the back strap wraps around the torso of the user;

a pair of straps resting over the user's shoulders, where the pair of straps attach to the pair of cups in the front and to the back strap in the back; and

a reversible front clasp attached between the pair of cups, where the reversible front clasp enables the user to choose between displaying the first side of the pair of cups and the second side of the pair of cups.

2. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the pair of straps are detachable.

3. The reversible bra according to claim 2, where the detachable straps form a criss-cross across the user's back.

4. The reversible bra according to claim 2, where the detachable straps are completely removed to create a strapless reversible bra.

5. The reversible bra according to claim 2, where only one detachable strap is removed to create a single strap reversible bra.

6. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the pair of cups includes a pair of inserts to create a push-up bra.

7. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the first side and the second side of the pair of cups includes one of at least a color, a pattern and a design to provide style options for the user.

8. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the reversible bra is made from one of at least nylon, silk, cotton, lace and satin.

9. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the pair of cups include an underwire.

10. The reversible bra according to claim 1, where the pair of straps includes a pair of adjustor slides to modify the length of the pair of straps.