[0001] A portion of the disclosure of this patent contains material that is subject to copyright
protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the reproduction by anyone of
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Field of the Invention
[0002] The present invention relates to a device for pulling bra straps together. In particular,
it relates to a device that, when positioned on the front straps of a bra, creates
lift and cleavage enhancement.
Description of Related Art
[0003] The bra is a form-fitting undergarment suspender designed to support or cover the
wearer's breasts. Bras come in a variety of designs, cuts, and styles, each with its
own purpose. The plunge type bra is low cut, designed to expose the top area of the
breast. In order to exacerbate the look, bras, such as push up bras are designed to
further enhance the look. One problem is that while these multiple styles exist, most
women own a wide variety of bras that don't provide enhancement. It is not practical
to have all bras of one type only, so there is a need for something to provide enhancement
in existing bras.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0004] The present device is a device for creating breast lift and enhancement. It attaches
to the front of the left and right bra straps and pulls them closer together. The
device can have an adjustable length and can also be designed to have the appearance
of jewelry or any other decorative material to give it an aesthetic quality, along
with the functional aspect.
[0005] In particular, the present invention relates to a device that connects the two front
straps of a bra and pulls them closer together, thus creating lift and cleavage enhancement
by increasing tension on the bra cups.
[0006] Accordingly, in one embodiment, there is a device for creating breast lift and enhancement
for use with a bra having a front left and front right bra strap, the device comprising:
- a) a body having a first end and a second end;
- b) a device for attaching the first end of the body to the front left bra strap; and
- c) a device for attaching the second end of the body to the front right bra strap;
wherein, when attached to the left and right front bra strap, the device pulls the
left and right bra strap closer together.
[0007] In one embodiment, there is a device for creating breast lift and enhancement for
use with a bra having a front left and front right bra strap, the device comprising:
- a) a body having a first end and a second end, which is narrower (or shorter) than
a distance between the left and right front bra strap;
- b) a device for attaching the first end of the body to the left front bra strap; and
- c) a device for attaching the second end of the body to the right front bra strap;
wherein, when attached to the left and right front bra strap, the device pulls the
left and right bra strap closer together.
[0008] The bra may have a shortest straight line distance X between the left and right front
straps in normal use. The body of the device has a length Y, which is less than X.
Thus when the device is attached to the left and right front bra strap, the device
pulls the left and right bra strap closer together.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0009]
Fig. 1 is a depiction of a bra without the present invention.
Fig. 2 is a view of the device of the present invention on a bra worn by a woman.
Fig. 3 is a close up front view of the device of the present invention showing the
adjustment of length device.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0010] While this invention is susceptible to embodiment in many different forms, there
is shown in the drawings, and will herein be described in detail, specific embodiments
with the understanding that the present disclosure of such embodiments is to be considered
as an example of the principles and not intended to limit the invention to the specific
embodiments shown and described. In the description below, like reference numerals
are used to describe the same, similar, or corresponding parts in the several views
of the drawings. This detailed description defines the meaning of the terms used herein
and specifically describes embodiments in order for those skilled in the art to practice
the invention.
DEFINITIONS
[0011] The terms "about" and "essentially" mean ±10 percent.
[0012] The terms "a" or "an", as used herein, are defined as one or as more than one. The
term "plurality", as used herein, is defined as two or as more than two. The term
"another", as used herein, is defined as at least a second or more. The terms "including"
and/or "having", as used herein, are defined as comprising (i.e., open language).
The term "coupled", as used herein, is defined as connected, although not necessarily
directly, and not necessarily mechanically.
[0013] The term "comprising" is not intended to limit inventions to only claiming the present
invention with such comprising language. Any invention using the term comprising could
be separated into one or more claims using "consisting" or "consisting of" claim language
and is so intended.
[0014] Reference throughout this document to "one embodiment", "certain embodiments", "an
embodiment", or similar terms means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic
described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment
of the present invention. Thus, the appearances of such phrases in various places
throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment.
Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined
in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments without limitation.
[0015] The term "or", as used herein, is to be interpreted as an inclusive or meaning any
one or any combination. Therefore, "A, B, or C" means any of the following: "A; B;
C; A and B; A and C; B and C; A, B, and C". An exception to this definition will occur
only when a combination of elements, functions, steps, or acts are in some way inherently
mutually exclusive.
[0016] The drawings featured in the figures are for the purpose of illustrating certain
convenient embodiments of the present invention and are not to be considered as limitation
thereto. The term "means" preceding a present participle of an operation indicates
a desired function for which there is one or more embodiments,
i.e., one or more methods, devices, or apparatuses for achieving the desired function and
that one skilled in the art could select from these or their equivalent in view of
the disclosure herein, and use of the term "means" is not intended to be limiting.
[0017] As used herein, the term "creating breast lift and enhancement" refers to the effect
of pushing the breasts closer together by attaching a strap to the front of the left
and right bra straps such that the straps are pulled closer together. The result is
the breasts look fuller and are lifted higher.
[0018] As used herein, the term "bra" refers to an undergarment worn by women to support
the breasts.
[0019] As used herein, the term "left and right bra straps" refers to the front of the left
and right bra straps as seen from the front of the bra. This is depicted in the drawings.
The device of the invention is connected to the left and right bra straps to pull
the straps closer together and the breasts closer together.
[0020] As used herein, the term "adjustable" refers to attaching an adjustment device to
the body of the device in order to change the length of the device. A shorter length
means more lift, and a longer length means less lift.
[0021] As used herein, the term "appearance of jewelry" refers to decorating the device
to look more like jewelry, rather than an action device on the bra. In general, a
pleasing aesthetic look makes it more visually appealing.
[0022] As used herein, the term "body" refers to the part of the device of the invention
that stretches between the left and right bra straps. It can be any material, e.g.
cloth, plastic, metal, and the like. It is provided with devices (e.g. clips, ties,
hooks or button fasteners) for attaching the left and right side of the device to
the left and right bra straps on the front of the bra straps respectively. The device
can be a strap or a cord. II one embodiment, the device has the appearance of jewelry,
such as is shown in Fig. 3.
DRAWINGS
[0023] Now referring to the drawings, Fig. 1 is a frontal view of a low cut bra. In this
view, bra 1 with left and right straps 2 and 3 is low cut enough to expose the top
of the breasts 4. The distance between the bra straps 5 is how far apart the straps
are.
[0024] Fig. 2 is a frontal view of the same bra 1 with the device of the invention 10 with
a first and second end 13 and 14 attached to left and right bra straps 2 and 3. The
distance between bra straps 11 is now less than the distance in Fig. 1. The result
is the breasts 4 are lifted high and appear fuller as they are pressed together.
[0025] In Fig. 3, there is a close up frontal view of device 10. In this view, the device
is designed as jewelry 31 wherein the length can be adjusted to change how far the
bra straps are pulled by length adjustment device 30.
[0026] Those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains may make modifications
resulting in other embodiments employing principles of the present invention without
departing from its spirit or characteristics, particularly upon considering the foregoing
teachings. Accordingly, the described embodiments are to be considered in all respects
only as illustrative, and not restrictive, and the scope of the present invention
is, therefore, indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description
or drawings. Consequently, while the present invention has been described with reference
to particular embodiments, modifications of structure, sequence, materials, and the
like apparent to those skilled in the art still fall within the scope of the invention
as claimed by the applicant.
1. A device for creating breast lift and enhancement for use with a bra having a front
left and front right bra strap, the device comprising:
a) a body having a first end and a second end;
b) a device for attaching the first end of the body to the left front bra strap; and
c) a device for attaching the second end of the body to the right front bra strap;
wherein, when attached to the left and right front bra strap, the device pulls the
left and right bra strap closer together.
2. The device according to claim 1 wherein the length of the device is shorter than the
distance between the front left and front right bra strap.
3. The device according to claim 1 or claim 2 wherein the length of the device is adjustable.
4. The device according to claim 3 wherein adjustment of the length of the device to
be shorter pulls the left and right front bra strap closer together.
5. The device according to any one of the preceding claims wherein the device is made
to have the appearance of jewelry.