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Hidden band brassiere, blank and methods of making same

US7051557B2 · kind B2 · utility

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40Claims
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Filing dateJul 18, 2002
Grant dateMay 30, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD10B2403/02
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A circular knit bra is provided. The bra has a torso encircling shape with a torso part having an outer fabric, an inner fabric, and a bra bottom. The outer fabric and the inner fabric each have a lower edge. The outer fabric and the inner fabric form a double layer. An integrally knitted reinforced anchoring chest band at the lower edge of the inner fabric forms a fold line, such that the anchoring chest band is concealed by the outer fabric layer. The bra bottom may have a smooth straight finished edge, a decorative scalloped edge, or a beaded edge mini-turned welt treatment.

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