BRASSIERE

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

The present application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202521940947.0, filed on Sep. 9, 2025, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present application relates to the technical field of maternal and baby products, particularly to a brassiere.

BACKGROUND

As an essential undergarment in women's daily wear, brassieres primarily function to provide breast support and shaping effects. However, existing brassieres still exhibit deficiencies in structural design, particularly in terms of enhancing breast lifting performance, which fails to meet some consumers'demands for both functionality and comfort.

In conventional brassieres, the cups are typically formed by fixedly bonding single or multiple layers of materials. While these designs offer a certain degree of support, the lack of flexible structural configurations limits the effectiveness of the cups in supporting the breasts. This is especially evident in key areas such as the lower and side regions of the breasts, where the lifting effect remains weak. Furthermore, most existing brassieres employ underwires or plastic support strips, which are usually positioned only along the lower edge of the cups. Due to their limited coverage, these supports fail to adequately extend to other areas of the cups, resulting in insufficient overall breast lifting performance.

SUMMARY

In view of the aforementioned shortcomings in the prior art, the present application provides a brassiere capable of addressing the issue of insufficient support in conventional brassiere designs.

To address the above technical problems, one embodiment provided by this application is: a brassiere comprising: an inner layer and an outer layer, wherein the outer layer is superposed on the inner layer, and the outer layer and the inner layer are bonded to each other in at least a partial region, while the outer layer and the inner layer are separated from each other in at least another partial region to form an accommodating space between the outer layer and the inner layer; a cup disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer and located within the accommodating space, wherein the outer layer comprises a cup region corresponding to a position of the cup; and at least one support strip disposed on the cup region of the outer layer and bonded to a surface of the outer layer facing the cup, wherein a first end of the support strip terminates at a side edge of the cup region, and a second end of the support strip terminates at a lower edge of the cup region.

In one embodiment, further comprising a support frame disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer, wherein the support frame is arranged around the cup.

In one embodiment, the support frame comprises a lower support portion and a side support portion, the lower support portion being located below the cup, and the side support portion being located beside the cup.

In one embodiment, the first end of the support strip is connected to the side support portion, and the second end of the support strip is connected to the lower support portion.

In one embodiment, the support strip, the lower support portion, and the side support portion are integrally connected.

In one embodiment, the support frame comprises a lower support portion, a side support portion, and an upper support portion, the lower support portion being located below the cup, the side support portion being located beside the cup, and the upper support portion being located above the cup.

In one embodiment, the first end of the support strip is connected to the side support portion, and the second end of the support strip is connected to the lower support portion.

In one embodiment, the support strip, the lower support portion, the upper support portion, and the side support portion are integrally connected.

In one embodiment, the number of support strips corresponding to the cup region of one cup is at least two, and the two support strips are spaced apart from each other.

In one embodiment, the outer layer and the inner layer are adhered to each other in at least a partial region.

In one embodiment, wherein the support frame is adhered to both the inner layer and the outer layer.

To address the above technical problems, another embodiment provided by this application is: a brassiere comprising: an inner layer and an outer layer, wherein the outer layer is superposed on the inner layer, and the outer layer and the inner layer are adhered to each other in at least a partial region, while the outer layer and the inner layer are separated from each other in at least another partial region to form an accommodating space between the outer layer and the inner layer; a cup disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer and located within the accommodating space, wherein the outer layer comprises a cup region corresponding to a position of the cup; and at least two support strips disposed on the cup region of the outer layer and bonded to a surface of the outer layer facing the cup, wherein a first end of each support strip terminates at a side edge of the cup region, and a second end of each support strip terminates at a lower edge of the cup region, and wherein the at least two support strips are spaced apart from each other.

Embodiments of the present application provide a brassiere. The brassiere comprises: an inner layer and an outer layer superposed thereon, wherein the outer layer and the inner layer are bonded to each other in at least a partial region and separated from each other in at least another partial region to form an accommodating space between the outer layer and the inner layer; a cup disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer within the accommodating space, wherein the outer layer includes a cup region corresponding to the position of the cup; and at least one support strip disposed on the cup region of the outer layer and bonded to a surface of the outer layer facing the cup, wherein a first end of the support strip terminates at a side edge of the cup region, and a second end of the support strip terminates at a lower edge of the cup region. By forming an accommodating space between the outer and inner layers of the brassiere and positioning the cup within this space, while arranging the support strip on the surface of the outer cup region, the present application achieves multi-point support and more uniform force distribution across the cup. The support strip extends to both the side edge and the lower edge of the cup region, thereby effectively enhancing the supporting force in key areas and significantly improving breast lifting performance. Through the separated design between the outer and inner layers in partial regions, the cup can be positioned more stably within the accommodating space, avoiding issues such as displacement or deformation commonly encountered in conventional brassiere cups, and further enhancing the overall support and shaping effects of the brassiere. Additionally, the support strip covers both the lower and side edges of the cup, not only providing improved breast uplift but also enhancing wearing comfort by avoiding the discomfort often associated with traditional underwire designs.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, a brief introduction of the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art is provided below. It is apparent that the drawings described below only illustrate some embodiments of the present application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings may be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without any creative effort.

FIG. 1 is a schematic front structural view of a brassiere according to an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 2 is a schematic view showing the inner surface structure of the outer layer of the brassiere according to the embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 3 is an exploded structural schematic view of the brassiere according to the embodiment of the present application.

The achievement of the objectives, functional features, and advantages of the present application will be described in detail in combination with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

In the present application, the terms “arranged,” “provided with,” and “connected” should be understood broadly. For example, a connection may be fixed, detachable, or integrally constructed; it may be mechanical or electrical; it may be direct or indirectly connected through an intermediary, or it may refer to internal communication between two devices, components, or constituent parts. Those of ordinary skill in the art can understand the specific meanings of these terms in the context of the present application based on specific circumstances.

The terms “center,” “longitudinal,” “transverse,” “length,” “width,” “thickness,” “upper,” “lower,” “front,” “rear,” “left,” “right,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” “top,” “bottom,” “inner,” “outer,” “radial,” and “circumferential” are used to describe orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used solely for the purpose of facilitating the description of the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referenced devices or components must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, these terms should not be construed as limiting the present application.

Furthermore, the terms “first” and “second” are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, features defined by “first” or “second” may explicitly or implicitly include at least one such feature. In the description of the present application, the term “plurality” means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Additionally, some of the above terms may be used to indicate meanings other than orientation or positional relationships. For example, the term “upper” may, in some cases, also be used to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those of ordinary skill in the art can understand the specific meanings of these terms in the context of the present application based on specific circumstances.

Please refer to FIG. 1 to FIG. 3. FIG. 1 is a schematic front structural view of a brassiere according to an embodiment of the present application; FIG. 2 is a schematic view showing the inner surface structure of the outer layer of the brassiere according to the embodiment of the present application; FIG. 3 is an exploded structural schematic view of the brassiere according to the embodiment of the present application.

In an embodiment of the present application, the brassiere comprises an inner layer 10, an outer layer 20, a cup 30, and at least one support strip 40.

The outer layer 20 is superposed on the inner layer 10, wherein the outer layer 20 and the inner layer 10 are bonded to each other in at least a partial region, and separated from each other in at least another partial region to form an accommodating space between the outer layer 10 and the inner layer 20. The area corresponding to the accommodating space is the region where the inner layer 20 and the outer layer 10 are separated from each other.

The inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 are adhered by an adhesive in at least partial regions. In some embodiments, the inner layer 10 may be formed by joining several different fabrics through adhesion, and the outer layer 20 may similarly be formed by joining several different fabrics through adhesion. Alternatively, the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 may each be made of a single continuous piece of fabric. The inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 are adhered to each other in the peripheral regions of the cups 30 to form an integrated structure, thereby creating two accommodating spaces between the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 in the non-adhered regions. These two accommodating spaces correspond to the left and right breasts of the wearer, with each cup respectively housed in one of the accommodating spaces. Certainly, in some embodiments, these two accommodating spaces may be communicating with each other, with the two cups respectively positioned at different locations within the same continuous accommodating space.

The adhesive material may employ hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesive, water-based environmentally friendly adhesive, reactive polyurethane hot-melt adhesive, acrylic adhesive, or polyurethane adhesive, among others. These types of adhesives exhibit excellent bonding performance and environmental characteristics, meeting the requirements of various application scenarios. Hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesive offers rapid curing and strong initial tack, making it suitable for applications requiring fast bonding and high initial adhesion. Water-based environmentally friendly adhesive is renowned for being eco-friendly, non-toxic, and odorless, aligning better with modern demands for healthy living. Reactive polyurethane hot-melt adhesive combines the superior elasticity of polyurethane with the rapid curing properties of hot-melt adhesives, providing effective bonding while maintaining the softness and comfort of the garment. Acrylic and polyurethane adhesives also possess distinct features. For instance, acrylic adhesive demonstrates good weather resistance and water resistance, making it suitable for garment bonding in outdoor or humid environments. Polyurethane adhesive, with its high strength and abrasion resistance, is more appropriate for garment areas subjected to significant tension or wear. Selecting the appropriate type of adhesive can further enhance the quality and durability of the garment, catering to the diverse needs of consumers.

The inner layer 10 may be made of nylon-spandex fabric or polyester-spandex fabric, and the outer layer 20 may also be made of nylon-spandex fabric or polyester-spandex fabric. The inner layer 10 may be provided with multiple ventilation holes to enhance the breathability of the brassiere. Compared to the outer layer 20, the inner layer 10 is closer to the wearer's skin during use, while the outer layer 20 is farther from the wearer's skin compared to the inner layer 10. Both the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 may be fabric materials. The inner layer 10 may employ skin-friendly and anti-slip fabric, and may be formed with ventilation holes. It may also be made of a blended fabric of nylon and spandex, for example, a blend of 57% nylon and 43% spandex. The inner layer 10 prioritizes comfort against the skin, while the nylon content exceeding 50% ensures structural stability. The outer layer 20 may use highly elastic fabric and may also be made of a blended fabric of nylon and spandex, for instance, a blend of 61% nylon and 39% spandex. The outer layer 20 exhibits high elasticity, with the spandex providing a stretch rate greater than or equal to 30%. It also demonstrates high abrasion resistance, with the nylon strength being greater than or equal to 4.5 cN/dtex, making it suitable for the outer side of cups requiring shaping. In other embodiments, the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 may be made of other fabric materials, which are not limited in the embodiments of the present application.

The cup 30 is disposed between the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 within the accommodating space. The outer layer 20 includes a cup region 21 corresponding to the position of the cup 30.

The cup 30 is a molded foam padding, specifically made of polyester fiber. In some embodiments, the cup 30 may also be formed by composite molding of multiple layers of materials. The shape of the cup 30 generally corresponds to the shape of the wearer's breast. The cup 30 may also be made of memory foam or gel padding. Certain portions of the cup 30 may be adhered and fixed to the inner layer 10 of the brassiere using an adhesive. In other embodiments, the cup 30 may also be secured by stitching, which is not limited in the embodiments of the present application. In further embodiments, the cup 30 may be fixed to the outer layer 20 of the brassiere by adhesion, which is also not limited in the embodiments of the present application. The cup 30 may be fixed to the outer layer or the inner layer of the brassiere at multiple locations, which is not limited in the embodiments of the present application.

The support strip 40 is disposed on the cup region 21 of the outer layer 20 and bonded to the surface of the outer layer 20 facing the cup 30. A first end 41 of the support strip 40 terminates at a side edge of the cup region 21, and a second end 42 of the support strip 40 terminates at a lower edge of the cup region 21. The support strip 40 may be formed as an adhesive pattern applied to the inner surface of the outer layer 20 using a masking process. The support strip 40 may comprise multiple strips arranged side by side at intervals to enhance breathability. In other embodiments, the support strip may alternatively be bonded to the inner surface of the outer layer 20 by stitching, or may be formed on the inner surface of the outer layer 20 through a sewing or knitting process. The support strip may also be a stitched structure sewn or knitted onto the inner surface the outer layer 20, providing support through the stitched configuration.

By forming an accommodating space between the outer layer 20 and the inner layer 10 of the brassiere, positioning the cup 30 within this space, and arranging the support strip 40 on the surface of the cup region 21 of the outer layer 20, embodiments of the present application achieve multi-point support and more uniform force distribution for the cup 30. The support strip 40 extends from the side edge to the lower edge of the cup region 21, effectively enhancing the supporting force in key areas and significantly improving breast lifting performance. The separated design between the outer layer 20 and the inner layer 10 in partial regions allows the cup to be positioned more stably within the accommodating space, preventing issues such as displacement or deformation commonly encountered in conventional brassiere cups, thereby further enhancing the overall support and shaping effects of the brassiere. Additionally, the coverage of the support strip along both the lower and side edges of the cup not only provides improved breast uplift but also enhances wearing comfort by avoiding the discomfort often associated with traditional underwire designs. Notably, it particularly improves the effect of gathering the breasts toward the center.

As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 3, in one embodiment, the brassiere further comprises a support frame 50 disposed between the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20. The support frame 50 is arranged around the cup 30. By configuring the support frame 50 to surround the periphery of the cup region 21, the support effect is further enhanced.

The support frame 50 is made of an elastic material, which ensures stable support for the cup 30 without compromising wearing comfort due to excessive rigidity. The inner edge of the support frame 50 conforms to the side and lower edges of the cup 30, forming a synergistic support structure with the support strip 40. This configuration provides an encircling fixation around the cup 30, enabling it to maintain its shape effectively under varying levels of activity. Meanwhile, the support frame is connected to the inner and outer layers via flexible stitching, which not only prevents direct contact and friction between the frame edges and the skin but also allows the support frame to adjust its position flexibly with body movements, ensuring consistent and stable support. The combined design of the support frame and the support strip creates a multi-level support system, further enhancing the breast shaping effect, resulting in a more natural and fuller breast contour. Additionally, this design extends the brassiere's service life by reducing issues related to loosening of support components over prolonged use. The support frame 50 may be formed by adhesive printing, and it may be integrally formed with the support strip 40.

In one embodiment, the support frame 50 comprises a lower support portion 51 and a side support portion 52. The lower support portion 51 is located below the cup 30, and the side support portion 52 is located beside the cup 30. The arrangement of the lower support portion 51 and the side support portion 52 provides comprehensive support around the breast.

In one embodiment, the first end 41 of the support strip 40 is connected to the side support portion 52, and the second end 42 of the support strip 40 is connected to the lower support portion 51.

In one embodiment, the support strip 40, the lower support portion 51, and the side support portion 52 are integrally connected.

In another embodiment, the support frame may further comprise a lower support portion, a side support portion, and an upper support portion. The lower support portion is located below the cup, the side support portion is located beside the cup, and the upper support portion is located above the cup. The first end of the support strip is connected to the side support portion, and the second end of the support strip is connected to the lower support portion. In one embodiment, the support strip, the lower support portion, the upper support portion, and the side support portion are integrally connected.

By adding the upper support portion above the cup, a three-dimensional support structure is formed in coordination with the lower support portion and the side support portion, further enhancing the lifting effect on the upper part of the breast and preventing sagging tendencies due to gravity. This integrally connected design not only improves the overall stability and structural strength of the support frame but also reduces seams between components, allowing the brassiere to better conform to the breast curvature during wear, thereby enhancing comfort and stability.

In one embodiment, the number of support strips 40 corresponding to the cup region 21 of a single cup 30 is at least two, and these support strips 40 are arranged in a spaced-apart configuration.

These support strips 40 may be differentially designed according to the natural curvature of the breast. For example, support strips 40 closer to the inner side of the cup may employ a relatively more flexible elastic material to adapt to the softer curves of the inner breast area, while support strips 40 nearer to the outer side of the cup 30 may utilize a material with slightly higher rigidity to enhance convergence and support for the outer breast region. The spaced arrangement ensures uniform distribution of support force while avoiding the wearing pressure caused by excessively dense support strips, allowing the breast to maintain natural movement space while receiving stable support.

Furthermore, the layout of multiple support strips 40 helps distribute the weight pressure of the breast more effectively, reducing the load borne by any single support strip 40, thereby extending the service life of the support framework. Simultaneously, through the synergistic action of the support strips 40 at different locations, the breast shape appears more uplifted and rounded, enhancing the overall shaping effect of the brassiere.

In one embodiment, the outer layer 20 and the inner layer 10 are adhered to each other in at least partial regions. For example, the outer layer 20 and the inner layer 10 are adhered together in regions other than the cup region 21. In some embodiments, the bonding method between the inner and outer layers may also be stitching, which is not limited in the embodiments of the present application.

This adhered or stitched bonding method effectively enhances the overall structural stability of the brassiere, preventing relative displacement between the outer layer and the inner layer during wear, and ensuring the brassiere maintains an optimal fit. By adhering or stitching areas outside the cup region 21, direct constriction of sensitive breast areas is reduced while simultaneously enhancing the overall support and shaping effect through fixation in non-cup regions. Additionally, the partial bonding design preserves a certain degree of fabric mobility, allowing the brassiere to move more flexibly and comfortably with body motions without creating a stiff or tight feeling.

Furthermore, localized bonding between the outer and inner layers optimizes the brassiere's breathability by promoting air circulation through unbound fabric gaps in non-bonded areas, reducing stuffiness and improving wearing comfort and health. Different bonding methods also provide more possibilities for brassiere design variations. For instance, adhesive techniques can achieve smoother fabric surface effects, while stitching processes can add decorative details and artisanal texture to meet diverse consumer preferences for both appearance and performance.

In one embodiment, the support frame 50 is adhered to both the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20.

As shown in FIG. 1, in one embodiment, the brassiere further comprises a shoulder strap 60 connected to the upper end of the inner layer 10 and/or the outer layer 20.

The arrangement of the shoulder strap 60 further distributes the supporting force of the brassiere on the breasts. By connecting to the inner layer 10 and/or the outer layer 20, part of the tension is transferred to the shoulders, thereby enhancing the overall lifting and stabilizing effects of the brassiere and effectively preventing it from slipping or shifting during wear. Meanwhile, the length of the shoulder strap 60 can be adjusted according to the wearer's body shape to accommodate various shoulder widths and bust sizes, ensuring optimal fit for different figures. Additionally, the material of the shoulder strap 60 can be varied—for example, elastic fabric may be used to improve stretchability and wearing comfort, while anti-slip materials can prevent the strap from sliding off during movement, ensuring stability and convenience. The connection method between the shoulder strap 60 and the inner layer 10 and/or the outer layer 20 can also be customized based on design requirements. For instance, stitching may enhance structural durability, while detachable connections allow wearers to interchange straps of different styles or colors according to preference, increasing versatility and aesthetic appeal. In some embodiments, the brassiere may not include a shoulder strap, such as in strapless designs, which is not limited in the embodiments of the present application.

Embodiments of the present application provide a brassiere. The brassiere comprises: an inner layer and an outer layer superposed thereon, wherein the outer layer and the inner layer are bonded to each other in at least a partial region and separated from each other in at least another partial region to form an accommodating space between the outer layer and the inner layer; a cup disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer within the accommodating space, wherein the outer layer includes a cup region corresponding to the position of the cup; and at least one support strip disposed on the cup region of the outer layer and bonded to a surface of the outer layer facing the cup, wherein a first end of the support strip terminates at a side edge of the cup region, and a second end of the support strip terminates at a lower edge of the cup region. By forming an accommodating space between the outer and inner layers of the brassiere and positioning the cup within this space, while arranging the support strip on the surface of the outer cup region, the present application achieves multi-point support and more uniform force distribution across the cup. The support strip extends to both the side edge and the lower edge of the cup region, thereby effectively enhancing the supporting force in key areas and significantly improving breast lifting performance. Through the separated design between the outer and inner layers in partial regions, the cup can be positioned more stably within the accommodating space, avoiding issues such as displacement or deformation commonly encountered in conventional brassiere cups, and further enhancing the overall support and shaping effects of the brassiere. Additionally, the support strip covers both the lower and side edges of the cup, not only providing improved breast uplift but also enhancing wearing comfort by avoiding the discomfort often associated with traditional underwire designs.

To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present application clearer, the following further describes the present application in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely intended to explain the present application and are not intended to limit the present application.

The above descriptions are only specific implementations of the present application. It should be noted that, for those of ordinary skill in the art, various modifications and refinements can be made without departing from the principles of the present application. These modifications and refinements should also be regarded as falling within the protection scope of the present application.