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Abstract
Disclosed is a brassiere comprising: left and right bust sections, each comprising a top section and a bottom section; a rear member having a first end and a second end and configured to be adjustable in length to vary a distance between the first end and the second end; left and right shoulder straps connecting the top section of each of the left and right bust sections to the first end of the rear member; a chest band connecting the bottom section of each of the left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member; and first and second adjustment mechanisms for adjusting a length of the chest band. The first and second adjustment mechanisms are positioned on respective first and second sides of the second end of the rear member. Also disclosed is a kit comprising a brassiere and a plurality of cup inserts.
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- This application is a continuation of International Application No. PCT/EP2019/074513, filed Sep. 13, 2019 which claims priority to UK Application No. GB 1815037.5, filed Sep. 14, 2018 (granted Sep. 30, 2020 as GB2577116), under 35 U.S.C. § 119(a). Each of the above referenced patent applications is incorporated by reference in its entirety.
- The present invention relates to brassieres, also known as bras. In particular, the present invention relates to adjustable bras, such as adjustable sports bras.
- It has been shown that not undertaking regular exercise can have a detrimental effect of mental and physical health. There is therefore a general interest in increasing the number of people participating in regular physical activity.
- Participation levels of females taking part in regular physical activity declines rapidly during their teenage years. Up to half of girls stop playing sport when they reach puberty, which can lead to a lifetime of inactivity and thus associated health issues. As such, it is desirable to encourage female teenagers to continue participation in sport as they mature to adulthood. Studies have shown that females are discouraged from exercising for a number of reasons, including body image concerns, discomfort and embarrassment. In particular, up to half of girls say that their breasts are affecting their participation in sport and exercise.
- According to a first aspect of the present invention, there is provided a brassiere comprising: left and right bust sections, each comprising a top section and a bottom section; a rear member having a first end and a second end and configured to be adjustable in length to vary a distance between the first end and the second end; left and right shoulder straps connecting the top section of each of the left and right bust sections to the first end of the rear member; a chest band connecting the bottom section of each of the left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member; and first and second adjustment mechanisms for adjusting a length of the chest band. The first and second adjustment mechanisms are positioned on respective first and second sides of the second end of the rear member.
- Optionally, the second end of the rear member comprises one or more channels, and the chest band is configured to pass freely through the one or more channels to connect the chest band to the second end of the rear member.
- Optionally, the chest band comprises left and right portions extending from the respective left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member. A free end of the left portion of the chest band may be configured to pass through a first channel of the one or more channels, fold back on a remainder of the left portion of the chest band, and releasably attach to the remainder of the left portion of the chest band to provide the first adjustment mechanism. A free end of the right portion of the chest band may be configured to pass through a second channel of the one or more channels, fold back on a remainder of the right portion of the chest band, and releasably attach to the remainder of the right portion of the chest band to provide the second adjustment mechanism.
- Optionally, at least one of the first and second adjustment mechanisms provides adjustment of the length of the chest band in discrete intervals.
- Optionally, the left portion of the chest band comprises a first plurality of engagers arranged at intervals on the remainder of the left portion of the chest band, and a first engagement device at the free end of the left portion of the chest band for engaging with any one of the first plurality of engagers, and the right portion of the chest band comprises a second plurality of engagers arranged at intervals on the remainder of the right portion of the chest band, and a second engagement device at the free end of the right portion of the chest band for engaging with any one of the second plurality of engagers.
- Optionally, each of the first plurality of engagers is a receiver that is configured to receive and retain the first engagement device, and each of the second plurality of engagers is a receiver that is configured to receive and retain the second engagement device. Optionally, each of the first and second engagement devices comprises a swan hook, and the first and second pluralities of engagers comprise pockets to receive the respective swan hook.
- Optionally, the left and right bust sections are joined by a releasable fastener. Optionally, the releasable fastener comprises a locking mechanism. Optionally, the releasable fastener comprises a zip.
- Optionally, the rear member comprises a slider for adjusting the length of the rear member.
- Optionally, the left and right shoulder straps are adjustable in length.
- Optionally, the chest band comprises elastic or is elastically deformable.
- Optionally, each of the left and right bust sections comprises a wicking material.
- Optionally, the brassiere is a sports brassiere.
- Optionally, each of the left and right bust sections is configured to receive a cup insert. Optionally, each of the left and right bust sections comprises an inner lining comprising an opening to receive the cup insert.
- According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a kit comprising: a brassiere according to the first aspect of the present invention, and a plurality of cup inserts for insertion in the bust sections of the brassiere. The plurality of cup inserts are of different sizes.
- Further features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description of preferred embodiments of the invention, given by way of example only, which is made with reference to the accompanying drawings.
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FIG. 1 shows a front view of a sports bra according to an embodiment of the present invention; and -
FIG. 2 shows a rear view of the sports bra ofFIG. 1 . - Embodiments of the invention aim to provide a bra suitable for pubescent females. The female body goes through many changes during this time of life, including increases in height, chest circumference and bust size. These changes take place at different times and at different rates, meaning it can be difficult to find suitable and comfortable clothing, particularly for sports. Some embodiments of the present invention provide a bra with adjustability in a plurality of directions.
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FIG. 1 shows a front view of asports bra 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Thesports bra 1 comprises aleft bust section 10 and aright bust section 20, which are configured to cover the respective left and right sides of the bust of the wearer in use. In some embodiments, the left andright bust sections right bust sections - The left and
right bust sections right bust sections releasable fastener 30, which allows thesports bra 1 to be secured in position from the front. Provision of thereleasable fastener 30 at the front of thesports bra 1 allows for adjustment of thesports bra 1 prior to the user putting thesports bra 1 on, rather than having to adjust thesports bra 1 whilst wearing thesports bra 1, which may be awkward. Thereleasable fastener 30 allows the user to quickly put on thesports bra 1 or take off thesports bra 1, without having to release or adjust any adjustment mechanism comprised in thesports bra 1. Thesports bra 1 can therefore be left in the preferred adjusted configuration until the user wants to change the fit. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 1 , thereleasable fastener 30 comprises azip 32. Afirst portion 33 of thezip 32 is fixedly attached to theleft bust section 10 and a co-operablesecond portion 34 of thezip 32 is fixedly attached to theright bust section 20. In other embodiments, by way of example only, the releasable faster 30 may instead comprise a snap fastening, a hook and loop system such as Velcro®, or one or more buttons. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 1 , thereleasable fastener 30 comprises alocking mechanism 36 configured to prevent premature opening of thezip 32. For example, a lever may be provided to impede opening of thezip 32 when the lever is in a locked position. Such alocking mechanism 36 may help to increase the confidence of the wearer in thesports bra 1, without requiring a complicatedreleasable fastener 30. - In some embodiments, the
releasable fastener 30 comprises an inner lining (not shown) to help protect the wearer from experiencing discomfort caused by contact between thereleasable fastener 30 and the wearer's skin. In the embodiment ofFIG. 1 , thezip 32 comprises an inner lining (not shown) extending along the length of thezip 32 on the inner side of thesports bra 1. - In other embodiments, the left and
right bust sections right bust sections right bust sections - Each of the left and
right bust sections top section bottom section top section 12 of theleft bust section 10 is connected to afirst end 42 of aleft shoulder strap 40, and thetop section 22 of theright bust section 20 is connected to afirst end 52 of aright shoulder strap 50. The left and right shoulder straps 40, 50 are configured, in use, to extend over the shoulders from the front to the rear of the body of the wearer. In some embodiments, the lengths of the left and right shoulder straps 40, 50 are independently adjustable, for example by a sliding mechanism (not shown). - The
bottom sections right bust sections chest band 60. In use, thechest band 60 encircles the chest of the wearer below the bust. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 comprises elastic or is elastically deformable. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 comprises a polyamide, such as nylon, and/or a polyurethane, such as spandex or elastane. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 comprises rubber or latex. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 comprises material which, when subjected to a weight of 500 g, stretches by between 15% and 80%. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 comprises material which, when subjected to a weight of 500 g, stretches by between 35% and 55%. Such a material enables thechest band 60 to conform to the shape of the wearer to provide support and a snug fit, without inhibiting movement of the wearer. In some embodiments, thechest band 60 has a width of 15 mm to 80 mm For example, thechest band 60 may have a width of approximately 40 mm. -
FIG. 2 shows a back view of thesports bra 1 ofFIG. 1 . Thesports bra 1 comprises arear member 70 having first and second ends 72, 74 and configured to be adjustable in length to vary a distance between the first and second ends 72, 74. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 2 , therear member 70 is continuously adjustable within a defined range of adjustment, for example by a slidingmechanism 76. In other embodiments, by way of example only, therear member 70 may be adjustable by a hook and loop system such as Velcro®. In some embodiments, therear member 70 is adjustable in discrete increments. Adjustment of therear member 70 can help to improve the comfort of thesports bra 1 following an increase in height of the wearer. - The
first end 72 of therear member 70 is connected to asecond end 44 of theleft shoulder strap 40 and asecond end 54 of theright shoulder strap 50. In some embodiments, as shown inFIG. 2 , thesecond end 44 of theleft shoulder strap 40 is connected to thesecond end 54 of theright shoulder strap 50. In some embodiments, as shown inFIG. 2 , theleft shoulder strap 40 and theright shoulder strap 50 merge at their respective second ends 44, 54, so that the second ends 44, 54 are a common second end. In some embodiments, theleft shoulder strap 40, theright shoulder strap 50 and therear member 70 are formed from a single piece of material. - The
second end 74 of therear member 70 is connected to thechest band 60. In some embodiments, therear member 70 is fixedly attached to thechest band 60. For example, therear member 70 may be adhered or mechanically attached (e.g. sewn) to thechest band 60. In other embodiments, therear member 70 is movably connected to thechest band 60. For example, in this embodiment thesecond end 74 of therear member 70 comprises afirst hoop 80 defining a first channel and asecond hoop 82 defining a second channel, and thechest band 60 freely passes through the first and second channels. Thehoops FIG. 2 . In other embodiments, thehoops rear member 70 to thechest band 60. In some other embodiments, one or each of thehoops - The
sports bra 1 comprises first and second adjustment mechanisms for adjusting a length of thechest band 60. This can help to accommodate an increase in chest circumference of a wearer. Providing first and second adjustment mechanisms as opposed to a single adjustment mechanism increases the available range of adjustment in the length of thechest band 60, thus increasing the amount of growth of the wearer that thesame sports bra 1 can accommodate. In some embodiments, the length of thechest band 60 can be adjusted by up to 5 inches via the first and second adjustment mechanisms. The first and second adjustment mechanisms are positioned on respective first andsecond sides second end 74 of therear member 70. Therear member 70 is thus located between the first and second adjustment mechanisms. This allows even or uneven adjustment of thechest band 60 on either side of therear member 70, as may be required to help maintain alignment of the left andright bust sections - In some embodiments, such as that illustrated, the
chest band 60 comprises aleft portion 61 extending from theleft bust section 10 to thesecond end 74 of therear member 70, and a right portion 65 extending from theright bust section 20 to thesecond end 74 of therear member 70. In some embodiments, the left andright portions 61, 65 comprise respective bands. In some embodiments, such as that illustrated, thefree end 62 of theleft portion 61 of thechest band 60 passes through the first channel defined by thefirst hoop 80 and is folded back on a remainder of theleft portion 61 of thechest band 60 in use. In some embodiments, such as that illustrated, thefree end 66 of the right portion 65 of thechest band 60 passes through the second channel defined by thesecond hoop 82 and is folded back on a remainder of the right portion 65 of thechest band 60. In the illustrated embodiment, free ends 62, 66 of the respective left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 are releasably attached to the remainders of the left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 to provide the respective first and second adjustment mechanisms. - The first and second adjustment mechanisms may provide continuous adjustment of the length of the
chest band 60 within a defined range of adjustment. In some embodiments, the first and second adjustment mechanisms may comprise a hook and loop system such as Velcro®. For example, the left and right free ends 62, 66 may each comprise a plurality of hooks on a surface facing the remainder of the respective left andright portion 61, 65 of thechest band 60, and the remainder of the respective left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 each comprise a plurality of loops on a surface facing the respective plurality of hooks. In other embodiments, the locations of the hooks and loops may be reversed. - In some embodiments, the first and second adjustment mechanisms provide adjustment of the length of the
chest band 60 in discrete intervals. This can be advantageous compared to continuous adjustment because the discrete intervals may help to ensure even adjustment of thechest band 60 on either side of therear member 70. For example, the first adjustment mechanism may comprise a first plurality ofengagers 63 arranged at, e.g. regular, intervals on the remainder of theleft portion 61 of thechest band 60, and a first engagement device 64 at thefree end 62 of theleft portion 61 of thechest band 60 for engaging with any one of the first plurality ofengagers 63. In this embodiment, each of the first plurality ofengagers 63 is a receiver configured to be able to receive and retain the first engagement device 64. The second adjustment mechanism may comprise a second plurality ofengagers 67 arranged at, e.g. regular, intervals on the remainder of the right portion 65 of thechest band 60, and asecond engagement device 68 at thefree end 66 of the second portion 65 of thechest band 60 for engaging with any one of the second plurality ofengagers 67. In this embodiment, each of the second plurality ofengagers 67 is a receiver configured to be able to receive and retain thesecond engagement device 68. - Each of the first and second plurality of
engagers second engagement devices 64, 68 may comprise: a hook, a button, or a second part of a two-part snap fastener. - In use, the first engagement device 64 engages one of the first plurality of
engagers 63. Engaging the first engagement device 64 in the furthest of the first plurality ofengagers 63 from therear member 70 provides the tightest configuration of the first adjustment mechanism. In use, thesecond engagement device 68 engages one of the second plurality ofengagers 67. Engaging thesecond engagement device 68 in the furthest of the second plurality ofengagers 67 from therear member 70 provides the tightest configuration of the second adjustment mechanism. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 2 , the first andsecond engagement device 64, 68 are swan hooks. Each of the remainders of the respective left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 comprises engagers in the form of a plurality of, e.g. equally-spaced, pockets configured to receive the respective swan hook to adjust the length of thechest band 60. - Other configurations may be employed to provide the first and second adjustment mechanisms. For example, the second plurality of
engagers 67 may be configured to engage with the first engagement device 64 and/or vice versa, so that the free ends 62, 66 of the left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 cross over each other at the rear of the sports bra 1 (not shown). In an example, one of the left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 may comprise an aperture between the plurality ofengagers engagement device 64, 68, through which the other of the left andright portions 61, 65 of thechest band 60 passes (not shown). - In some embodiments, at least one of the left and
right bust sections rear member 70 is formed from a wicking material, such as polyester. Preferably, the wicking material is elastic or elastically deformable. By way of example, at least one of the left andright bust sections rear member 70 may comprise Lycra®. Such materials provide comfort and support to a wearer, whilst helping to keep the wearer cooler during participation in physical activity. In some embodiments, the left and right shoulder straps 40, 50 comprise the same material as the left andright bust sections rear member 70. In some embodiments, the left and right shoulder straps 40, 50 comprise the same material as thechest band 60. In some embodiments, the left andright bust sections - Cup inserts (denoted by
dotted lines FIG. 2 ) may help to improve the bust support provided by thesports bra 1. In some embodiments, the left andright bust bust section cup insert inner surface bust section sports bra 1, which may help to encourage teenagers to wear thesports bra 1 and therefore participate in physical activity. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 2 , at least part of each of the left andright bust sections inner surface right bust sections opening opening respective cup insert sports bra 1. - Some embodiments of the present invention provide a kit comprising a
sports bra 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention and a plurality of cup inserts 18, 28 for insertion in thebust sections bust sections - The above embodiments are to be understood as illustrative examples of the invention. Further embodiments of the invention are envisaged. For example, various types of adjustment mechanisms could be used to adjust the length of the
rear member 70 and thechest band 60. It is to be understood that any feature described in relation to any one embodiment may be used alone, or in combination with other features described, and may also be used in combination with one or more features of any other of the embodiments, or any combination of any other of the embodiments. Furthermore, equivalents and modifications not described above may also be employed without departing from the scope of the invention, which is defined in the accompanying claims.
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1. A brassiere comprising:
left and right bust sections, each comprising a top section and a bottom section;
a rear member having a first end and a second end;
left and right shoulder straps connecting the top section of each of the left and right bust sections to the first end of the rear member;
a chest band connecting the bottom section of each of the left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member; and
first and second adjustment mechanisms for adjusting a length of the chest band, wherein the first and second adjustment mechanisms are positioned on respective first and second sides of the second end of the rear member.
2. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the second end of the rear member comprises one or more channels, and wherein the chest band is configured to pass freely through the one or more channels to connect the chest band to the second end of the rear member.
3. A brassiere according to claim 2 , wherein the chest band comprises left and right portions extending from the respective left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member,
wherein a free end of the left portion of the chest band is configured to pass through a first channel of the one or more channels, fold back on a remainder of the left portion of the chest band, and releasably attach to the remainder of the left portion of the chest band to provide the first adjustment mechanism, and
wherein a free end of the right portion of the chest band is configured to pass through a second channel of the one or more channels, fold back on a remainder of the right portion of the chest band, and releasably attach to the remainder of the right portion of the chest band to provide the second adjustment mechanism.
4. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first and second adjustment mechanisms provides adjustment of the length of the chest band in discrete intervals.
5. A brassiere according to claim 3 ,
wherein at least one of the first and second adjustment mechanisms provides adjustment of the length of the chest band in discrete intervals;
wherein the left portion of the chest band comprises a first plurality of engagers arranged at intervals on the remainder of the left portion of the chest band, and a first engagement device at the free end of the left portion of the chest band for engaging with any one of the first plurality of engagers; and
wherein the right portion of the chest band comprises a second plurality of engagers arranged at intervals on the remainder of the right portion of the chest band, and a second engagement device at the free end of the right portion of the chest band for engaging with any one of the second plurality of engagers.
6. A brassiere according to claim 5 , wherein each of the first plurality of engagers is a receiver that is configured to receive and retain the first engagement device, and each of the second plurality of engagers is a receiver that is configured to receive and retain the second engagement device.
7. A brassiere according to claim 5 , wherein each of the first and second engagement devices comprises a swan hook, and the first and second pluralities of engagers comprise pockets to receive the respective swan hook.
8. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the left and right bust sections are joined by a releasable fastener.
9. A brassiere according to claim 8 , wherein the releasable fastener comprises a locking mechanism.
10. A brassiere according to claim 8 , wherein the releasable fastener comprises a zip.
11. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the rear member is configured to be adjustable in length to vary a distance between the first end and the second end of the rear member.
12. A brassiere according to claim 11 , wherein the rear member comprises a slider for adjusting the length of the rear member.
13. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the left and right shoulder straps are adjustable in length.
14. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the chest band comprises elastic.
15. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein each of the left and right bust sections comprises a wicking material.
16. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein the brassiere is a sports brassiere.
17. A brassiere according to claim 1 , wherein each of the left and right bust sections is configured to receive a cup insert.
18. A brassiere according to claim 17 , wherein each of the left and right bust sections comprises an inner lining comprising an opening to receive the cup insert.
19. A kit comprising:
a brassiere comprising:
left and right bust sections, each comprising a top section and a bottom section;
a rear member having a first end and a second end;
left and right shoulder straps connecting the top section of each of the left and right bust sections to the first end of the rear member;
a chest band connecting the bottom section of each of the left and right bust sections to the second end of the rear member; and
first and second adjustment mechanisms for adjusting a length of the chest band, wherein the first and second adjustment mechanisms are positioned on respective first and second sides of the second end of the rear member, wherein each of the left and right bust sections is configured to receive a cup insert, and
a plurality of cup inserts for insertion in the bust sections of the brassiere,
wherein the plurality of cup inserts are of different sizes.
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