WO2006133371A2 - Maillot de bain - Google Patents

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WO2006133371A2
WO2006133371A2 PCT/US2006/022354 US2006022354W WO2006133371A2 WO 2006133371 A2 WO2006133371 A2 WO 2006133371A2 US 2006022354 W US2006022354 W US 2006022354W WO 2006133371 A2 WO2006133371 A2 WO 2006133371A2
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41D—OUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D7/00—Bathing gowns; Swim-suits, drawers, or trunks; Beach suits

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  • the present invention relates to swimsuits for use in sunbathing and water related activities, such as swimming and surfing.
  • Sunbathing at pools and beaches is a prevalent past time and is engaged in, to some extent, to obtain tanned skin for personal appearance reasons.
  • Such outdoor sunbathing frequently results in tan lines due to the various straps and coverings of swimsuits. This is undesirable for some individuals as the tan lines may be visible while wearing other types of clothing when not sunbathing.
  • tan lines on women may be visible when wearing certain strapless or backless dresses, or garments having plunging necklines, or low cut jeans and shorts, or the like.
  • swimwear frequently is not well secured to a wearer due to the size constraints and/or strength of the material being used. This is particularly problematic when the wearer engages in rigorous water related activities, such as swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing, and the like, or while participating in other beach related activities, such as volleyball, frisbee, or the like.
  • Typical swimsuits may fall off the hips of the wearer, or shift from the area desired to be covered, or slide up the legs of the wearer, or the like.
  • a swimsuit is desired that enables sunbathing while avoiding tan lines and/or enables participation in water or beach related activities while limiting or substantially precluding undesirable movement of the swimsuit.
  • the present invention provides a swimsuit intended for use while sunbathing or engaging in water related activities that remains securely in place on a wearer.
  • Various straps or bands may be omitted from the swimsuit and thus enable a wearer to tan while limiting the number of tan lines that would otherwise result or, regardless of whether or not the straps or bands are omitted, a wearer is able to participate in rigorous water or beach related activities without risk of his or her swimsuit becoming displaced.
  • a swimsuit for use when sunbathing and/or engaging in water or beach activities comprises at least one cover member and at least one fastener.
  • the at least one cover member has an inner surface, an outer surface, and at least one periphery and is adapted for covering a portion of a wearer's body.
  • the at least one fastener is disposed on the inner surface of the at least one cover member proximate the at least one periphery and generally along the at least one periphery.
  • the at least one fastener is adapted to substantially secure the at least one cover member to the skin of a wearer such that the at least one cover member is substantially precluded from being unintentionally displaced while on the wearer.
  • a swimsuit for use when sunbathing and/or engaging in water or beach activities comprises at least one cover member for covering a portion of a wearer's body, at least one fastener pad, and at least one fastener.
  • the at least one cover member has an inner surface and an outer surface and the at least one fastener pad is substantially fixedly secured to the inner surface of the at least one cover member.
  • the at least one fastener is disposed on the at least one fastener pad on the inner surface of the at least one cover member and is adapted to substantially secure the at least one cover member to the skin of a wearer such that the at least one cover member is substantially precluded from being unintentionally displaced while on the wearer.
  • a swimsuit for use when sunbathing and/or engaging in water or beach activities comprises at least one cover member for covering a portion of a wearer's body, at least one fastener, and at least one removable strap.
  • the at least one cover member has an inner surface and an outer surface and the at least one fastener is disposed on the inner surface of the at least one cover member.
  • the at least one removable strap is adapted for selective attachment to and removal from the at least one cover member.
  • the at least one fastener is adapted to substantially secure the at least one cover member to the skin of a wearer such that the at least one cover member is substantially precluded from being unintentionally displaced while on the wearer.
  • the swimsuit of the present invention provides an apparel item for use when sunbathing, swimming, and/or participating in other water or beach related activities.
  • the swimsuit includes fasteners, and may include fastener pads on an inner surface of the swimsuit for receiving the fasteners, to temporarily secure or adhere the swimsuit to the skin of a wearer.
  • the swimsuit may be constructed as a strapless swimsuit, or include portions which are strapless, with the fasteners providing retention of the swimsuit to the skin of the wearer.
  • the swimsuit may include removable straps for increasing exposure when removed for sunbathing, and which may provide added support, coverage, or security against unwanted movement when attached.
  • the swimsuit thus enables a wearer to avoid unwanted tan lines, which may be desirable for the wearer when wearing particular clothing items, such as strapless and backless dresses, or garments having plunging necklines, or low cut jeans and shorts.
  • the strapless nature of the swimsuit further provides a provocative beachwear style item.
  • the swimsuit of the present invention aids in retaining the swimsuit in place when engaging in physical water activities, such as swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing, and the like, whether or not straps are omitted from the swimsuit.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a swimsuit according to the present invention shown being worn by a wearer;
  • FIG. 2 is a rear elevation of the top member of the swimsuit of FIG. 1, shown removed from the wearer;
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the bottom member of the swimsuit of FIG. 1, shown removed from the wearer;
  • FIG. 4 is a perspective view of another swimsuit of the present invention shown being worn by a wearer
  • FIG. 5 is a rear elevation of one of the top members of the swimsuit of FIG. 4, shown removed from the wearer;
  • FIG. 6 is a plan view of the bottom member of the swimsuit of FIG. 4, shown removed from the wearer;
  • FIG. 7 is a perspective view of another swimsuit of the present invention shown being worn by a wearer
  • FIG. 8 is a is a rear elevation of the top member of the swimsuit of FIG. 7, shown removed from the wearer;
  • FIG. 8 A is a rear elevation of an alternative top member of a swimsuit according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 9 is a perspective view of another swimsuit according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 A swimsuit 20 is shown in FIG. 1 that is intended to be worn by a female wearer 22 and includes a cover member formed as a top portion or top member or bikini top 24 and a cover member formed as a bottom portion or bottom member or bikini bottom 26.
  • top member 24 includes an outer surface 28 and an inner surface 30, and bottom member 26 also includes an outer surface 32 and an inner surface 34.
  • FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate that top and bottom members 24, 26, respectively, include securing elements or fasteners 36, 38 positioned on fastener pads 40, 42 of inner surfaces 30, 34.
  • Fasteners 36, 38 are adapted to temporarily secure or adhere top and bottom members 24, 26 to the skin of wearer 22 such that swimsuit 20 is limited or substantially precluded from inadvertently and undesirably moving or shifting on wearer 22, or from falling off of wearer 22.
  • Swimsuit 20 therefore, enables wearer 22 to sunbathe and avoid tan lines in unwanted areas, such as the shoulders and back, and/or enables wearer 22 to more comfortably and confidently participate in water activities such as swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing, and the like, or other beach related activities such as volleyball, frisbee, or the like.
  • Top and bottom members 24, 26 of swimsuit 20 may be made from known materials used in the production of swimsuits, such as Lycra ®, polyester, cotton, spandex, and nylon, or blends thereof.
  • a swimsuit may also be constructed of neoprene, or other cloth or fabric type materials suitable for use in water-type environments and still function as intended within the scope of the present invention. Such materials are beneficially used in water environments due, for example to their ability to generally avoid shrinkage, repel water, and/or retain colors.
  • Top and bottom members 24, 26 may be constructed to be solid colored or multi-colored and may include prints or patterns, or may include words or symbols, such as a trademark, service mark, logo, slogan, or the like, on the outer surfaces 28, 32.
  • FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate that top member 24 is constructed from first and second halves or portions 44, 46 that are connected by strap or band 48.
  • the top member thus may be readily applied or adhered to the front of the wearer (as described below) without any straps wrapped around the neck or back or shoulders of the wearer.
  • Top member 24 includes several edges 50 and corners 52, with corners 52 generally being located at the intersection of two edges 50. Edges 50 and corners 52 thus form or define a periphery or boundary 54 about the respective halves or portions 44, 46 of top member 24, where the periphery 54 may be traced by starting at an edge 50 or comer 52 and following the various edges 50 and corners 52 until the original starting location is reached.
  • Fasteners 36 generally surround or generally extend along the periphery 54 of top member 24.
  • top member 24 may optionally include a conventional elastic style band positioned along the lower edge 50 passing through band 48 for additional retention and support of top member 24 to wearer 22.
  • FIGS. 1 and 3 illustrate that bottom member 26 includes front and back portions
  • Bottom member 26 has an upper edge 61 and edges 62, where each edge 61, 62 defines a generally circular periphery 63, 64 that, when bottom member 26 is worn by wearer 22, surrounds a waist of the wearer or a leg of the wearer 22, respectively (as shown in FIG. 1).
  • Fasteners 38 generally surround or generally extend along the peripheries 63, 64 of bottom member 26.
  • conventional elastic type bands may be included within bottom member 26 proximate edges 61, 62 for additional and/or optional retention of bottom member 26 to a wearer 22.
  • top and/or bottom members may also be employed without affecting the scope of the present invention.
  • top members with halves having peripheries defining generally circular or square or other geometric shapes may be substituted for top member 24.
  • alternatively shaped or cut or designed bottom members may be used in place of bottom member 26.
  • an alternative bottom member may provide significantly more or less coverage by the front and/or back portions.
  • FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate, as noted above, that fastener pads 40, 42 are located on inner surfaces 30, 34 of top and bottom members 24, 26, respectively.
  • multiple fastener pads 40 are located on inner surfaces 30 proximate edges 50 and corners 52 of each portion or side or half 44, 46.
  • multiple fastener pads 42 are located on inner surface 34 proximate edges 61, 62.
  • Fastener pads 40, 42 may be used to receive fasteners 36, 38 in the manner described below prior to a wearer 22 putting on top and bottom members 24, 26.
  • Fastener pads 40, 42 provide a surface to which the fasteners 36, 38 may be adhered and, depending upon the type of material used to construct top and bottom members 24, 26, may limit or reduce or substantially preclude damage to the material, such as pilling or tearing or wearing through, that might otherwise be caused by applying fasteners 36, 38 directly to inner surfaces 30, 34 of the material forming top and/or bottom members 24, 26.
  • fastener pads 40, 42 are constructed as a substantially permanent coating or patch located on the inner surfaces 30, 34, with fastener pads 40, 42 being constructed of a polymeric or plastic material that may be applied or secured to the inner surface 30, 34, such as by sewing, spray coating, thermal bonding, an adhesive, or the like.
  • Fastener pads 40, 42 may be constructed to be resilient such that they may stretch along with the material used to form top and bottom members 24, 26.
  • fastener pads 40, 42 may be constructed to be generally non-porous and non-absorbent to limit or prohibit moisture from getting between the fastener pads 40, 42 and fasteners 36, 38.
  • Fastener pads 40, 42 may be constructed to have a surface finish or texture to promote adhesion of the fasteners 36, 38 to fastener pads 40, 42, with fastener pads 40, 42 being either slightly rough or generally smooth depending upon the type of fastener 36, 38 to be used.
  • Fastener pads may alternately be constructed of a non-polymeric material, such as cotton or the like, and/or may be constructed to be inelastic, and still function as intended within the scope of the present invention.
  • fastener pads may be constructed as a thicker section or double layer of the material used to form the swimsuit 20.
  • fastener pads may be constructed to be removable, such as by affixing with Velcro® material or snaps, with such removable fastener pads optionally including a permanently affixed fastener.
  • FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate, as also noted above, that fasteners 36, 38 are disposed on fastener pads 40, 42 of inner surfaces 30, 34 of top and bottom members 24, 26.
  • fasteners 36, 38 are constructed of known double-sided adhesive tape, such as hypoallergenic and latex free 3M® brand clear surgical tape that has an adhesive on both sides of the tape and is constructed to be substantially water insoluble such that fasteners will not release from the skin of a wearer when contacted by water or perspiration.
  • the adhesive portion of such fasteners may, for example, include an acrylate polymer. It should be understood, however, that alternative fasteners may also be used and still function as intended within the scope of the present invention.
  • an adhesive liquid that cures to form a generally resilient fastener could be employed, where such a fastener may be applied by a brush, finger tip, squirt tube, or the like, or a resilient or generally elastic double-sided adhesive tape may be used that is adapted to stretch with a swimsuit and/or the skin of a wearer.
  • the double-sided adhesive tapes used to construct the illustrated fasteners 36, 38 are produced with a protective covering or backing on both sides of the double-sided tape. Formation and installation of fasteners 36, 38, therefore, may be accomplished by cutting the tape to a desired length, peeling off one of the coverings and affixing the fastener 36, 38 to a fastener pad 40, 42. A wearer 22 may then put on the top or bottom member 24, 26, peel off the second covering and press the newly exposed side of the fastener 36, 38 against clean, dry skin in the desired location to which the top or bottom member 24, 26 is to be attached.
  • Fasteners 36, 38 may be re-used, depending upon the ability of the fastener 36,
  • a fastener 36, 38 may be replaced by pulling or peeling off the fastener 36, 38 from a fastener pad 40, 42 once the fastener 36, 38 is no longer able to provide adequate bonding strength to the skin of wearer 22 and replacing with a new fastener 36, 38 in the manner described above.
  • FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate fasteners 36, 38 disposed on fastener pads 40, 42, with top member 24 having multiple fasteners 36 disposed on the multiple fastener pads 40 located on inner surface 30 proximate edges 50 and corners 52 of halves 44, 46, and bottom member 26 having multiple fasteners 38 disposed on the multiple fastener pads 42 located on inner surface 34 proximate edges 61, 62. It should be understood, however, that alternative configurations of fasteners and/or fastener pads may be employed and still function as intended within the scope of the present invention.
  • a single continuous fastener pad could be disposed about a periphery of either an entire top member, one or both halves of a top member, and/or a bottom member, with either a single continuous fastener or multiple fasteners being disposed thereon.
  • a top and/or bottom member may alternatively include more or fewer fasteners or fastener pads along one or more of the peripheries as compared to the illustrated top and bottom members 24, 26 of FIGS. 2 and 3.
  • Cover members may also include both fasteners affixed directly to an inner surface and fasteners affixed to the inner surface via fastener pads on the inner surface.
  • an entire top member, one or both halves of a top member, and/or a bottom member may also only include fasteners and fastener pads at the various corners, or along only certain edges, or may include additional fasteners and fastener pads away from the edges and comers to provide additional attachment strength.
  • fastener pads could be excluded from an entire top member, one or both halves of a top member, and/or a bottom member, or portions thereof, and the fasteners secured directly to the inner surfaces, either as a single continuous fastener or as multiple fasteners.
  • fastener pads 40 and fasteners 36 on top member 24 enables a wearer 22 of swimsuit 20 to sunbathe and avoid tan lines in unwanted areas, such as the shoulders and back, which is desirable when wearing strapless, or backless, or off the shoulder type dresses, while still providing adequate coverage. Furthermore, the inclusion of fastener pads 40, 42 and fasteners 36, 38 on top and bottom members 24, 26 helps to prevent wearer 22 from inadvertently exposing areas that wearer desires to remain covered, as when swimming or walking.
  • FIGS. 4-6 an alternative swimsuit 120 is shown that is of similar construction to the above discussed swimsuit 20, where the similar components or elements of swimsuit 120 are shown with similar reference numbers as used in FIGS. 1-3 with respect to swimsuit 20, but with 100 added to the reference numbers of FIGS. 4-6. It should be understood that, because of the similarity of swimsuit 120 to swimsuit 20, not all of the specific construction and alternatives of like referenced parts will be discussed in the following discussion of swimsuit 120.
  • top member 124 of swimsuit 20 includes two portions or halves 144, 146. However, top member 124 does not include a connecting strap between the portions such that the portions are separate suit pieces and are individually applied to or at or over the respective breast of the wearer.
  • Fasteners 136A are secured to multiple fastener pads 140A on the inner surface 130A of first top member 124 A and, although not shown, the inner surface of top member 124B also includes multiple fasteners and fastener pads in like manner.
  • Bottom member 126 of swimsuit 120 unlike bottom member 26 of swimsuit
  • bottom member 126 includes multiple fasteners 138 affixed to fastener pads 142 located on the inner surface 134 of bottom member 126. Similar to the alternative fastener and fastener pads of swimsuit 20, it should be understood that multiple alternative configurations of fasteners and fastener pads for the top and bottom members of swimsuit 120 may be employed and still function as intended within the scope of the present invention.
  • the top and bottom members of swimsuit 120 may also be constructed to have alternative shapes and/or be sized to provide more or less coverage.
  • first and second top members 124 A, 124B of swimsuit 120 thus enable wearer 122 to avoid tan lines between the top members 124 A, 124B when sunbathing, which is desirable when wearer 122 intends to wear dresses, shirts, or blouses, or the like, with plunging neck lines.
  • the lack of straps on bottom member 126 enables wearer 122 to avoid tan lines on the hips of wearer 122.
  • wearer 122 may participate in water activities, such as swimming, without inadvertently exposing areas that wearer 122 desires to remain covered. Referring now to FIGS.
  • swimsuit 220 is intended to be worn by a female wearer 222 and includes a top member 224 having first and second halves 244, 246 and a bottom member 226.
  • Top member 224 has an outer and an inner surface 228, 230, and multiple edges 250 and corners 252 with the corners 252 being generally formed by the intersection or meeting of two edges 250 and the various edges 250 and corners 252 forming or defining a periphery 254. Similar to top 124, top 224 does not include a lower strap connecting the lower corners of the top portions to each other (such as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 with respect to top 24). However, top member 224 includes an upper or neck strap 268 connecting first and second halves 244, 246, where strap 268 is intended to be worn around the neck 270 of wearer 222.
  • top member 224 may optionally include a conventional elastic style band positioned within or at strap 268 for additional retention and support of top member 224 to wearer 222.
  • FIG. 8 illustrates that fasteners 236 are secured to multiple fastener pads 240 located on the inner surface 230 of top member 224.
  • top member 224A is shown that is of similar construction to the above discussed top member 224 of swimsuits 220, where the similar components or elements of top member 224 A are shown with similar reference numbers as used in FIGS. 7 - 8 with respect to top member 224, but with "A" added to the reference numbers of FIG. 8 A. It should be understood that, because of the similarity of top member 224 to top member 224 A, not all of the specific construction and alternatives of like referenced parts will be discussed in the following discussion of top member 224A.
  • Top member 224 A in addition to fasteners 236 A and fastener pads 240A, includes retainers 225 removably affixing removable strap or strap 268A to first and second halves 244 A, 246 A.
  • Retainers 225 thus enable selective use of top member 224A with and without strap 268A.
  • strap 268A may be removed from top member 224A so as to maximize exposure during sunbathing and may be attached to first and second halves 244A, 246A when desired to provide additional support and/or coverage when the wearer is not sunbathing and to provide added security against inadvertent movement or removal of first and second halves 244 A, 246A.
  • Retainers 225 are illustrated as conventional bikini strap retention elements including a clasp element 231 attached to the respective ends of strap 268 A that may be selectively affixed to a ring or loop element 233 on each of the first and second halves 244 A, 246 A. As shown, the loop element 233 is directly formed in the respective first and second halves from the material of the first and second halves.
  • loop element may be constructed as a separate member that is affixed to the first and second halves of the top member 224A, such as by sewing or an adhesive, or the loop element may be formed on the ends of the strap with clasp elements located on the first and second halves of the top member.
  • retainers may be constructed as buttons, tabs, clips, other clasps, Velcro ®, and the like.
  • FIG. 8 A also illustrates the inclusion of an elastic member 272 that may be located on the inner surface 230A of strap 268.
  • Elastic member 272 which is of a conventional nature, is adapted to provide additional retention and support to top member 224A when affixed to first and second halves 244 A, 246A. Elastic member 272 may alternatively be omitted from top member 224 without affecting the scope of the present invention.
  • removable straps may be used with various alternative swimsuits within the scope of the present invention.
  • a removable strap could be employed in place of strap 48 of top member 24 of swimsuit 20, or a removable strap could be included that connects first and second halves and extends around the back of a wearer below the shoulders or behind the wearer's neck.
  • two removable straps could be employed in place of the two side straps 60 of bottom member 26 of swimsuit 20, with such removable side straps being adapted to affix and connect the front and back portions 56, 58.
  • the above discussed removable and non-removable straps may also be adjustable style straps such that an individual wearer may adjustably tailor the fit of the swimsuit to the wearer's body.
  • adjustable straps may be formed as string style straps that are adapted to be tied together or tied to a portion of a swimsuit.
  • the adjustable straps may alternatively include an adjustment loop or buckle for adjusting the strap length.
  • the strings may be constructed of an elastic material such that they are able to stretch.
  • a swimsuit may also include elastic style string straps that are adapted to retract into a portion of the swimsuit when not extended for use.
  • retracting strings may be secured at one end within a pocket, or the like, of the swimsuit and extended from the swimsuit when in use and retracted when not in use.
  • Removable string style straps may also be attachable to another part of the suit, such as to a top or bottom member, when not being used to provide additional support to the swimsuit about the wearer.
  • the removed string style straps may be tied or adorned in a bow fashion, or the like, to a top or bottom member of the swimsuit such that the straps are not disposed about the neck or back or hips of the wearer.
  • swimsuit tops and bottoms may be implemented, depending on the desired degree of coverage, or exposure, or the desired swimsuit style, without affecting the scope of the present invention.
  • alternative first and second halves of a top member may be formed without comers and having a generally circular outer periphery.
  • swimsuits for a female sunbather
  • aspects of the swimsuits of the present invention may be applied to male sunbathers as well.
  • a male swimsuit or portions thereof may be adhered to a male body in a similar manner as described above.
  • another alternative swimsuit 320 is shown that is of generally similar construction to the above discussed swimsuits 20, 120, and 220, where the similar components or elements of swimsuit 320 are shown with similar reference numbers as used in FIGS. 1-3 with respect to swimsuit 20, but with 300 added to the reference numbers of FIG. 9. It should be understood that, because of the similarity of swimsuit 320 to swimsuit 20, not all of the specific construction and alternatives of like referenced parts will be discussed in the following discussion of swimsuit 320.
  • Swimsuit 320 which is of a swim short or trunk style, is intended to be worn by a male wearer (not shown), but of course may be designed for and/or worn by a female wearer, and includes a bottom member 326 having first and second leg members 327, 329.
  • Swimsuit 320 has an outer surface 332 and an inner surface 334 and multiple edges 362, with the edges 362 forming or defining peripheries 364.
  • swimsuit 320 includes fasteners 338 that are secured to multiple fastener pads 342 located on the inner surface 334 of bottom member 326 adjacent or proximate the various peripheries 364.
  • the inclusion of fasteners 338 and fastener pads 342 around the openings 363 of first and second leg members 327, 329 aids in preventing the leg members 327, 329 from sliding up the legs of the wearer when participating in water sports.
  • the swimsuit of the present invention provides an apparel item for use when sunbathing, swimming, and/or participating in other water or beach related activities.
  • Fasteners located on the inside surface of the swimsuit which may be affixed to fastener pads, are used to temporarily secure or adhere the swimsuit to the skin of a wearer such that the swimsuit is limited or inhibited from inadvertently and undesirably moving or shifting on the wearer or from falling off the wearer.
  • the swimsuit may be constructed as a strapless swimsuit, or include portions which are strapless, in which case the fasteners and fastener pads provide retention of the swimsuit to the skin of the wearer.
  • the swimsuit may also be provided with removable straps that may be removed while sunbathing to maximize exposure and attached at other times to provide additional support and/or coverage or further inhibit inadvertent movement or removal of swimsuit.
  • the swimsuit thus enables a wearer to avoid unwanted tan lines, which may be desirable for the wearer when wearing particular clothing items, such as strapless and backless dresses, or garments having plunging necklines, or low cut jeans and shorts.
  • the strapless nature of the swimsuit further provides a provocative beachwear style item.
  • the swimsuit of the present invention aids in retaining the swimsuit in place when engaging in physical water activities, such as swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing, and the like, such that the wearer may more comfortably and/or confidently participate in such activities.
  • physical water activities such as swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing, and the like.

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L'invention concerne un maillot de bain à utiliser pour des activités de type bains de soleil, baignades et/ou autres activités aquatiques ou de plage. Ce maillot de bain comprend au moins un élément de couverture présentant une surface intérieure, une surface extérieure et au moins un élément d'attache disposé sur la surface intérieure de l'élément de couverture. L'élément d'attache est conçu pour fixer sensiblement l'élément de couverture sur la peau de l'utilisateur. Ledit élément d'attache peut être fixé amovible sur une languette d'attache de l'élément de couverture, ladite languette pouvant se présenter sous forme de pièce ou de revêtement polymère fixé sur la surface intérieure de l'élément de couverture. Le maillot de bain de l'invention peut éventuellement comprendre des bandelettes de liaison amovibles.
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