JP7724287B2 - clothing - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to clothing.

In garments such as cupped camisoles and half-top brassieres, a lining is attached to an outer fabric, with a pad held between them. The lining is adhered with an adhesive (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2020-172730

In order to reduce tightness and achieve a more comfortable fit, cupped clothing often uses fabric to hold the bust in place, rather than placing wires underneath the pads. However, because fabric does not have the same strong bust support as wires, movement of the bust can cause the fabric underneath the pads to shift toward the bust and roll up. This rolling up of fabric can be uncomfortable for the wearer.

The present invention aims to improve the wearing comfort of clothing while maintaining its comfortable fit.

One aspect of the present invention is a garment comprising an outer fabric and a lining. The garment comprises a plurality of first joining portions joining the outer fabric and the lining. The plurality of first joining portions are aligned along the edge of the lining on the hem side, extend in a direction approximately perpendicular to the edge, and are arranged in a line that does not intersect with adjacent first joining portions. Non-joined regions between adjacent first joining portions are aligned in a row along the edge.

Another aspect of the present invention is a garment comprising an outer fabric and a lining. The garment comprises a plurality of first joining portions joining the lining and the outer fabric, and a support fabric joined to the lining. The plurality of first joining portions are aligned along the edge of the lining on the hem side, extend in a direction approximately perpendicular to the edge, and are arranged in a line that does not intersect with adjacent first joining portions. Non-joined regions between adjacent first joining portions are aligned in a row along the edge.

The present invention makes it possible to improve the wearing comfort of clothing while maintaining its comfortable fit.

FIG. 1 is a plan view showing a garment according to a first embodiment. 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 1. FIG. 1 is a plan view showing the lining and the joints. An enlarged view of the lining at the shoulder. FIG. 10 is a plan view showing the garment of the second embodiment. 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along line BB in FIG. 5. FIG. 2 is a development view showing the layer structure of the clothing. FIG. 1 is a plan view showing the lining and the joints. FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a garment according to a third embodiment. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line CC in FIG. 9. FIG. 1 is a plan view showing the lining and the joints. FIG. 10 is a development view of the garment of the fourth embodiment.

Embodiments of the garment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. The configuration described below is one example (representative example) of the present invention, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

In this specification, right means direction X1 in the drawing, left means direction X2, up means direction Y1 in the drawing, and down means direction Y2.

(First embodiment)
Fig. 1 shows a garment 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 2 is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A in Fig. 1. The garment 10 is a half-top brassiere, and includes an outer fabric 1, a lining 2, and a pair of pads 3.

The outer fabric 1 comprises a front body portion 11a that covers the bust of the wearer, a back body portion 11b that covers the back, and a shoulder portion 12 that is placed over the wearer's shoulders. A stretchable fabric can be used for the outer fabric 1.

In the first embodiment, the outer fabric 1 is a single piece of fabric with an oval cut in the center to form the neckline 14 and semi-oval cuts on both sides to form the armholes 15. By folding it in half at the center, the front body 11a, back body 11b, and shoulders 12 are formed.

The front body 11a and back body 11b are connected by the shoulders 12 and joined at their respective sides 16. They can be joined with adhesive. Alternatively, a heat-sealable fabric can be used for the outer fabric 1, and the front body 11a and back body 11b can be joined by overlapping them and heating them to fuse them together.

Figure 3 shows the surface of the lining 2 facing the outer fabric 1. Figure 4 is an enlarged view of the lining 2 near the shoulder 12. The lining 2 is smaller in size than the front body 11a and has approximately the same shape as the front body 11a.

Specifically, the edges of the lining 2 extend along the sides 16, armholes 15, top edges of the shoulders 12, neckline 14, and hem of the front body 11a. The edges of the lining 2 near the hem have arc-shaped left and right corners and are recessed upward at the front center M.

The garment 10 has a first joining portion 51, a second joining portion 52, and a third joining portion 53 that join the lining 2 to the outer fabric 1. In the first embodiment, each joining portion 51 to 53 is an adhesive layer formed by applying an adhesive.

The lining 2 near the bust and at the shoulders 12 are joined to the front body 11a. This forms storage areas 13 for the pads 3 on the left and right of the center front M. In the storage areas 13, the lining 2 is not joined to the front body 11a. The storage areas 13 have a roughly oval shape, with a portion of the upper side extending toward the shoulders 12.

A pair of pads 3 are inserted into the storage section 13 and disposed between the front body 11 a and the lining 2 .
The pad 3 has a cup shape that curves so as to jut out to the side opposite the wearer.

An opening 21 is provided in the portion of the lining 2 that extends above the storage section 13. The pad 3 can be inserted and removed through the opening 21.

(first joint)
A plurality of first joining portions 51 are arranged in a line in the joining region between the lining 2 and the front body 11a. These linear first joining portions 51 can suppress the stretching of the outer fabric and the lining 2, thereby reducing the slippage of the fabric due to stretching.

In wireless garments 10, the bust is held in place by fabric rather than wire. Fabric has a weaker hold on the bust than wire, so the outer fabric 1 or lining 2 stretches significantly with movement of the bust, which can cause the fabric at the bottom of the bust to shift toward the bust.

However, the first joints 51, where the adhesive has solidified, prevent the fabric from stretching in the direction of the linear arrangement. Therefore, by providing the linear first joints 51 in the direction in which the fabric is likely to shift, it is possible to reduce shifting and curling of the fabric.

Specifically, the first joint 51 is positioned so as to extend in a direction approximately perpendicular to the edge of the lining 2 on the hem side. The first joint 51 is also positioned so as to extend in a direction approximately perpendicular to the edge of the pad 3. In this specification, approximately perpendicular refers to a direction at an angle of 90°±30° to the edge.

This prevents the fabric at the hem below the pad 3 from stretching toward the edge or toward the pad 3, reducing the hem from slipping up or rolling up. Because the hem below the pad 3 does not follow the movement of the bust, the hem fabric can maintain the bust shape even without wires.

In the first embodiment, the first joining portion 51 is arranged to extend substantially perpendicular to all edges of the lining 2, not just the hem edge. This prevents the fabric from shifting or rolling up at all edges.

Between a pair of pads 3, the first joint 51 is positioned to extend in the direction that connects the edges of the pads 3 in the shortest possible way. This prevents the fabric from stretching left and right between the pads 3, preventing the pads 3 from shifting position from the bust.

The line width d1 of the first joint 51 can be selected appropriately depending on the flexibility of the adhesive used, etc. From the viewpoint of suppressing stretching of the fabric, the line width d1 is preferably 0.5 mm or more, and more preferably 1 mm or more. From the viewpoint of not unnecessarily reducing the stretchability and flexibility of the fabric, the line width d1 is preferably 5 mm or less, more preferably 3 mm or less, and even more preferably 1.5 mm or less.

The line spacing d2 between adjacent first joints 51 can also be selected appropriately depending on the stretchability of the fabric. From the perspective of reducing peeling of the lining 2 and slippage of the fabric, the line spacing d2 is preferably 5 mm or less, more preferably 3 mm or less, and even more preferably 2 mm or less. From the perspective of not unnecessarily reducing the stretchability and flexibility of the fabric, the line spacing d2 is preferably 1.0 mm or more, and more preferably 1.5 mm or more.

(Second joint)
The second bonding portions 52 are arranged in a dot pattern. The bonding strength of the area bonded by the dot-shaped second bonding portions 52 is stronger than the bonding area formed by the first bonding portions 51. Therefore, it is preferable to arrange the second bonding portions 52 at the end portions of the lining 2, which are prone to peeling.

In the first embodiment, the second joining portions 52 are provided along all edges of the lining 2. In other words, the second joining portions 52 are arranged on the outer periphery of the lining 2 and the outer periphery of the storage section 13. Although the fabric tends to stretch due to the weight of the bust, the second joining portions 52 firmly join the lining 2 to the front body 11a, preventing the lining 2 from peeling off.

The second joining portion 52 may be positioned only on some of the edges of the lining 2, such as the shoulder portion 12, rather than on all edges of the lining 2. The front body portion 11a and the back body portion 11b may also be joined by the second joining portion 52.

The size of the dots in the second bonded portion 52 can be selected as appropriate, but from the viewpoint of bond strength, the diameter of the dots is preferably 0.5 mm or more, and more preferably 1.0 mm or more. From the viewpoint of not unnecessarily reducing the flexibility and stretchability of the fabric, the diameter of the dots is preferably 5 mm or less, more preferably 3 mm or less, and even more preferably 1.5 mm or less.

From the viewpoint of bonding strength, the dot spacing between adjacent second joints 52 is preferably 3 mm or less, and more preferably 1.5 mm or less. From the viewpoint of maintaining the flexibility and stretchability of the fabric, the dot spacing is preferably 0.5 mm or more, and more preferably 1.0 mm or more.

(Third joint)
The third joints 53 are arranged in a line like the first joints 51, but are arranged so as to intersect with the first joints 51. The third joints 53 can suppress expansion and contraction not only in the direction in which the first joints 51 are arranged, but also in directions intersecting that direction.

In the shoulder portion 12, the first joint 51 is arranged in a direction approximately perpendicular to the left and right ends of the shoulder portion 12, i.e., in the left-right direction. In this case, the third joint 53 is arranged to extend in the up-down direction of the shoulder portion 12.

The shoulder areas 12 are more likely to stretch downward Y2 due to the weight of the bust than the hem below the pad 3, but the third joint 53 can suppress expansion and contraction in the vertical direction to prevent the shoulder areas 12 from stretching too much. This allows the shoulder areas 12 to lift the bust, improving the bust's shape retention.

The line width of the third joints 53 can be set in the same way as the first joints 51. As with the first joints 51, multiple third joints 53 may be arranged side by side, in which case the line spacing can also be set in the same way as the first joints 51. The more third joints 53 there are, the more expansion and contraction can be suppressed, so the number of third joints 53 to be arranged can be set as needed.

The above-mentioned joints 51 to 53 can be made with known adhesives used in clothing, such as silicone adhesives and thermosetting adhesives. From the perspective of maintaining the flexibility of the fabric, the first joint 51 and the third joint 53 are preferably adhesive layers containing silicone adhesives. On the other hand, from the perspective of increasing the bonding strength, the second joint 52 is preferably an adhesive layer containing a thermosetting adhesive.

As described above, according to the first embodiment, in the garment 10 in which the lining 2 is integrally formed with the outer fabric 1, the lining 2 is joined to the outer fabric 1 by the first joining portion 51. The first joining portion 51 is arranged in a line.

The fabric portions of the outer fabric 1 and lining fabric 2 joined by the first joining portion 51 are restricted from stretching in the linear direction of the first joining portion 51. This reduces fabric misalignment due to stretching in that direction. Fixing the position of the fabric improves the ability to retain the shape of the bust.

In particular, in the case of non-wired garments 10, the bottom hem of the pad 3 tends to stretch up and down in response to the movement of the bust, which can result in the bottom hem slipping up and causing the bust to lose its shape.
In practice, sports bras designed for sports, which are primarily comprised of fabric and cups without wires or resin components and made of stretchy fabric, are prone to significant hemming and loosening during exercise, causing discomfort to the wearer. Furthermore, as mentioned above, the stretchy fabric can deform significantly. This stretchy fabric deformation, for example, does little to prevent the bust from expanding or moving during exercise.

In other words, stretchy clothing like sports bras are generally made with fabric that is flexible and therefore tends to roll up, leaving the bra with almost no support for the bust. While this is understandable as the concept is to provide a relaxed, comfortable fit, as mentioned above, fabric rolling up can lead to discomfort, and many users prefer a certain level of support.

Therefore, a configuration in which this stretching is restricted by the first joining portion 51 extending substantially perpendicular to the edge of the hem or the edge of the pad 3 is particularly useful.
In addition, in non-wire bras, the lining 2 is usually joined to the outer fabric 1 to form the storage compartment 13 for the pad 3. According to the first embodiment, slippage of the fabric is prevented by adjusting the shape and position of the joint between the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2. The adhesive used in the first embodiment prevents slippage of the fabric, and no additional materials or manufacturing steps are required to prevent slippage. Therefore, the bust retention can be improved without increasing manufacturing costs.

Second Embodiment
Fig. 5 shows a garment 20 according to a second embodiment. Fig. 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along line BB in Fig. 5. Fig. 7 shows the layer structure of the garment 20.

The garment 20 is a half-top type brassiere, and like the garment 10 of the first embodiment, comprises an outer fabric 1, a lining 2, and a pair of pads 3. The garment 20 further comprises a support fabric 6 between the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2.

The outer fabric 1, lining 2, and pad 3 can be the same as those in the first embodiment. The outer fabric 1 and lining 2 are stretchable fabrics, and can be knitted fabrics such as rib knit, smooth knit, or jersey knit. Usable materials include natural fibers such as cotton, regenerated cellulose fibers such as cupra and viscose rayon, and synthetic fibers such as polyester and polyurethane.

The support fabric 6 is a stretchable fabric and is bonded to the lining 2. With the support fabric 6 bonded, the lining 2 becomes thicker and more rigid, reducing deformation of the lining 2 due to factors such as bust swaying. The support fabric 6 is stretchable, which also increases the restoring force of the lining 2, making it easier for the lining 2 to return to its original shape even if it is deformed. This increases the bust shape retention provided by the lining 2.

The support fabric 6 may be the same fabric as the outer fabric 1 or lining 2, etc., as long as it is stretchable, but an elastic warp knit fabric with higher stretchability than the lining 2 is preferred. The elastic warp knit fabric increases the restoring force of the lining 2 in all directions, further improving the shape retention of the bust.

As elastic warp knitted fabrics, highly stretchable raschel knitted fabrics such as power net, tulle net, satin net, or tricon net are preferred, with power net being more preferred from the standpoint of resilience.

Materials that can be used for the support fabric 6 include the same materials as those for the outer fabric 1 and lining 2, but from the standpoint of resilience, it is preferable to use elastic nylon or polyester yarn.

The outer fabric 1, lining fabric 2, and support fabric 6 are preferably fabrics that are less likely to fray and can be cut off. No edge treatment to prevent fraying is required, and this avoids the tension of the threads caused by sewing during edge treatment or reduced comfort due to thick fabric. Examples of fabrics that are less likely to fray include tricot knit fabrics made with elastic yarn, or knit fabrics made with heat-fusible elastic yarns that have been heat-set to prevent fraying.

An opening 61 is provided in the support cloth 6 in the area where each pad 3 is placed. The section from the left or right side edge (side edge on the armpit 16 side) of the annular opening 61 to its lower edge is located inside the periphery of the pad 3 (towards the bust top K). The section from the upper edge of the opening 61 to its side edge on the front center M side is located at the same position as the periphery of the pad 3 or just outside it. This positions the support cloth 6 on the armpit 16 side and below each pad 3. The support cloth 6 brings the bust from the armpit 16 side toward the front center M side and supports the bust from below towards the bust top K, improving the shape retention of the bust.

The garment 20 has a first joint 51, a second joint 52, and a third joint 53, similar to the first embodiment. The garment 20 further has a fourth joint 54 that joins the lining 2 and the support fabric 6.

The first joining portion 51 , the second joining portion 52 and the third joining portion 53 are provided in the same manner as in the first embodiment, and the lining 2 is joined to the outer fabric 1 around the pad 3 and in the shoulder portions 12 .
FIG. 8 is a plan view of the joining portions 51 to 53 and the lining 2 as viewed from the outer fabric 1 (front body 11a) side.

As shown in the figure, multiple first joints 51 are arranged in a row along the edge of the lining 2. First joints 51 arranged along the edge toward the hem are preferable as they can prevent the hem from rolling up. The first joints 51 extend in a direction approximately perpendicular to the edge of the lining 2 and are arranged in a line that does not intersect with adjacent first joints 51.

Each first joint 51 is a line segment, and in straight areas such as the edge of the hem of the lining 2, they are aligned in a parallel row. In curved areas such as the edge of the lining 2 on the lower left or right side of the pad 3, the first joints 51 are aligned radially from the bust top K. As a result, the non-jointed areas between adjacent first joints 51 are aligned in a row in the curved direction in which the first joints 51 are aligned.

The outer fabric 1 and lining 2 are fixed only along the length of the line segments of the first joints 51, so stretching is significantly suppressed in the direction in which the line segments of the first joints 51 extend (a direction roughly perpendicular to the direction in which the multiple first joints 51 are arranged). On the other hand, the stretchability of the outer fabric 1 and lining 2 remains in the non-jointed areas. Therefore, the degree of suppression of stretchability in the direction in which the multiple first joints 51 are arranged is smaller than in the direction in which the first joints 51 extend.

In this way, the first joints 51 can maintain a certain degree of stretchability in the direction in which they are arranged, while significantly suppressing stretchability in a direction approximately perpendicular to that direction, making it easy to control the direction of stretch suppression. For example, the first joints 51 lined up along the hem edge of the lining 2 significantly suppress stretch in a direction approximately perpendicular to the hem edge, reducing rolling-up. On the other hand, these first joints 51 do not significantly suppress stretch in the direction along the hem edge, i.e., in the waist direction, thereby reducing tightness and maintaining a comfortable fit. By controlling the direction of stretch suppression, it is possible to achieve both a comfortable fit and a comfortable feel.

Around the periphery of the pad 3, each first joint 51 is aligned along the edge of the pad 3, and is arranged in a line extending approximately perpendicular to that edge. Adjacent first joints 51 do not intersect. This allows for a certain degree of elasticity along the edge of the pad 3 to follow the swaying of the bust and body movements, while significantly reducing elasticity in the approximately perpendicular direction toward the bust top K, thereby enhancing the shape retention of the bust.

Even between a pair of pads 3, multiple first bonding portions 51 are arranged side by side in the direction of the front center M. Each first bonding portion 51 between these pads 3 extends in the direction that connects the edges of the pads 3 in the shortest way, and is arranged in a line that does not intersect with adjacent first bonding portions 51. The first bonding portions 51 are line segments, and non-bonded regions are lined up in a row in the direction of the front center M.

Therefore, near the front center M between the pads 3, a certain degree of elasticity in the direction of the front center M is maintained to accommodate the weight and movement of the bust, while elasticity in the direction approximately perpendicular to the front center M is significantly reduced, allowing the bust to be pulled closer to the front center M. This improves the bust's shape retention.

In straight areas such as the edge of the lining 2 on the hem side, it is preferable that each first joint 51 is perpendicular to the edge and is a line segment that is parallel to each other. Because the edge of the lining 2 on the neckline 14 side is semi-elliptical, in curved areas such as this edge, it is preferable that each first joint 51 is a line segment that extends radially from the center of the ellipse. In curved areas such as the lower left or lower right of the pad 3, it is preferable that each first joint 51 is perpendicular to the edge of the lining 2 or the edge of the pad 3 and is a line segment that extends radially toward the bust top K.

The line width and line spacing of the first joint 51 in the second embodiment can be set in the same manner as in the first embodiment.

In the second embodiment, the second joints 52 are also arranged in a dot pattern at the end of the lining 2. The dots have an approximately circular shape, and are usually circular. The arrangement pattern of each second joint 52 may be, for example, a grid pattern in which they are arranged at regular intervals in the vertical and horizontal directions, or a honeycomb pattern in which they are arranged diagonally at regular intervals in the horizontal direction with their vertical positions shifted alternately.

As in the first embodiment, the third joints 53 are arranged in a line that intersects with multiple first joints 51. For example, the third joints 53 are line segments that extend in the direction in which the first joints 51 are arranged. The outer fabric 1 and lining fabric 2 remain stretchable in the direction in which the first joints 51 are arranged, but this can be partially suppressed by the third joints 53.

The fourth joints 54 are arranged in a dot pattern, similar to the second joints 52. Multiple fourth joints 54 are arranged on the support fabric 6 in a grid-like or honeycomb-like pattern, and the entire surface of the support fabric 6 is joined to the lining 2 via the fourth joints 54.

The fourth joint 54 is an adhesive layer formed by applying an adhesive. Known adhesives used in clothing, such as silicone adhesives and thermosetting adhesives, can be used, but from the standpoint of bonding strength and shape retention, it is preferable that the fourth joint 54 be an adhesive layer containing a thermosetting adhesive.

The support fabric 6 has approximately the same shape as the lining 2, but is smaller in size. For example, the outer periphery of the support fabric 6 is located below the lining 2 above the shoulders 12 and above the lining 2 below the center front M, but is located a certain distance inward from the outer periphery of the lining 2 in other areas. The first joint 51 is located outward from the support fabric 6 above the shoulders 12, but is located inside the outer periphery of the support fabric 6 in other areas. The second joint 52 is located outside the outer periphery of the support fabric 6.

When the lining 2 is placed over the outer fabric 1 provided with the first and second joining portions 51 and 52, the first and second joining portions 51 and 52 are exposed at the outer peripheral edge of the lining 2, the upper side of the shoulder portion 12, and the lower edge of the front center M, and therefore these edges are directly joined to the outer fabric 1. In the area where the support fabric 6 and the first joining portion 51 overlap, the lining 2 is joined to the outer fabric 1 via the support fabric 6.

In the garment 20, the pad 3, which is placed in the storage compartment 13 between the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2, is not fixed to either the outer fabric 1 or the lining 2 and can be inserted and removed from the storage compartment 13. In the second embodiment, an opening 22 is provided in the lining 2 instead of the opening 21 through which the pad 3 can be inserted and removed.

The openings 22 are located on the upper armhole 15 side of each pad 3. The opening 22 located in the upper left of one pad 3 is a slit extending from the top to the lower left. The opening 22 located in the upper right of the other pad 3 is a slit extending from the top to the lower right.

The garment 20 can be manufactured, for example, as follows. First, the fourth joint 54 is formed on the support fabric 6, for example by transferring an adhesive pattern. Next, the lining 2 is placed on top of the fourth joint 54, and the support fabric 6 and lining 2 are joined together. Meanwhile, the first joint 51, second joint 52, and third joint 53 are formed on the outer fabric 1, for example by transferring an adhesive pattern. After placing the pad 3 on the outer fabric 1, the surface of the lining 2 facing the support fabric 6 is placed on each of the joints 51 to 53, and the outer fabric 1 and lining 2 are joined together. The joining may be performed by thermocompression.

As described above, according to the second embodiment, the first joint 51 not only achieves the same effect of achieving both comfort and a comfortable fit as the first embodiment, but the support fabric 6 also enhances the shape retention of the bust.

(Third embodiment)
Fig. 9 shows a garment 30 according to a third embodiment. Fig. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line CC in Fig. 9.

Garment 30 is a half-top type brassiere, and like garment 10 of the first embodiment, comprises an outer fabric 1, a lining 2, and a pair of pads 3. Garment 30 further comprises a support fabric 7 between the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2. The layer structure of garment 30 is the same as that of garment 20, except that support fabric 6 is replaced with support fabric 7.

The garment 30 of the third embodiment is an integrated pad type in which the pad 3 is joined to the lining 2, and the lining 2 does not have an opening 21 or 22 for inserting or removing the pad 3 from the storage section 13. In the storage section 13, the pad 3 is fixed to the lining 2, but is not fixed to the outer fabric 1 and is separated from it. The outer fabric 1, lining 2, and pad 3 can be the same as those in the first embodiment.

The support fabric 7 can be made of the same fabric as the support fabric 6 of the second embodiment, except for its shape. That is, the support fabric 7 is a stretchable fabric, and its entire surface is joined to the lining 2 via the fourth joint 54. It is preferable that the support fabric 7 be an elastic warp knit fabric that is more stretchable than the lining 2.

The support cloth 7 has openings 71 in the area where each pad 3 is placed. The entire periphery of the opening 71 is located inside the periphery of the pad 3 (towards the bust top K). By fixing the pad 3 to the lining 2 to which such support cloth 7 is bonded, the rigidity of the pad 3's base is increased, suppressing deformation of the pad 3 and increasing the pad 3's ability to recover when it is deformed. This allows the bust to be supported so that it bulges from the base to the bust top K, improving the bust's shape retention.

In the garment 30, the lining 2 and outer fabric 1 are joined by dot-shaped second joints 52. Figure 11 shows the second joints 52 and the lining 2 as viewed from the outer fabric 1 (front body 11a) side. As shown in the figure, multiple second joints 52 are provided on the outer peripheral edge of the lining 2 and the upper edge of the shoulder region 12.

Support fabric 7 has approximately the same shape as lining 2, but is smaller in size. For example, the outer periphery of support fabric 7 is located lower than lining 2 at the top of shoulder 12, and higher than lining 2 below center front M. Otherwise, the outer periphery of support fabric 7 is located more inward than the outer periphery of lining 2. Second joint 52 is located lower than the outer periphery of support fabric 7 at the top of shoulder 12, but is located more outward than the outer periphery of support fabric 7 at other times.

When the lining 2 is placed over the outer fabric 1 provided with the second joint 52, the second joint 52 is exposed at the outer peripheral edge of the lining 2 and the upper edge of the shoulder 12, and these edges are therefore directly joined to the outer fabric 1. In the area above the shoulder 12 where the support fabric 7 and the second joint 52 overlap, the lining 2 is joined to the outer fabric 1 via the support fabric 7.

Garment 30 can be manufactured in the same manner as garment 20, except that support fabric 6 is replaced with support fabric 7.

As described above, in the pad-integrated garment 30 in which the pad 3 is fixed to the lining 2, the area where the support fabric 7 is joined is expanded toward the bottom of the pad 3, resulting in a structure in which the pad 3 has a higher ability to retain the bust shape. Furthermore, the entire joining area between the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2 is joined by the second joining area 52, which has a stronger ability to inhibit stretching than the first joining area 51, significantly inhibiting stretching. This reduces deformation of the outer fabric 1, lining 2, and pad 3, and improves the bust shape retention of the entire garment 30.

(Fourth embodiment)
Fig. 12 shows a garment 40 according to a fourth embodiment. The garment 40 is a half-top brassiere and includes an outer fabric 1C, a lining 2C, and a pair of pads 3. Fig. 12 is a development view of the garment 40 as seen from the lining 2C side. The garment 40 includes a fifth joining portion 55 and a sixth joining portion 56 that join the outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C.

The garment 40 comprises a front portion 11c and two belt portions 11d. The front portion 11c has left and right portions of its upper end extending upward. Each belt portion 11d extends to the left and right from the side 16 of the front portion 11c. The front portion 11c and the belt portions 11d are continuous at the side 16. A portion of the upper end of the belt portions 11d on the rear center N side extends to the upper left or upper right.

The ends 17a of the belt portion 11d are joined together at the rear center N. The end 17b of the extension of the belt portion 11d is joined to the end 12a of the extension of the front portion 11c, forming the shoulders 12, the back neckline 14, and the armholes 15.

The front portion 11c and belt portion 11d are composed of a laminate of an outer fabric 1C and a lining 2C. The outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C can be made of the same knit fabric as the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2 of the first to third embodiments, except for their different shapes. The outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C are formed by cutting a single piece of fabric. The pad 3 can be made of the same material as in the first to third embodiments.

The lining 2C has approximately the same shape and size as the outer fabric 1C. By joining the lining 2C to the outer fabric 1C, a storage compartment 13 for the pad 3 is formed between the outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C. Because the outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C are not joined at the center front M, the storage compartment 13 in the garment 40 continues from the left armpit 16, via the center front M, to the right armpit 16.

The fifth joint 55 has a fixed width and is arranged in a band shape along the edge of the outer fabric 1C. The fifth joint 55 is also arranged in a band shape along the side 16. The fifth joint 55 is an adhesive layer formed by applying adhesive. The fifth joint 55 secures the outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C by a fixed width from their edges, suppressing stretchability and reducing curling of the edges. In addition, flattening the edges allows the garment 40 to fit closely to the body, improving comfort.

From the viewpoint of reducing rolling up and improving comfort, the width d5 of the fifth joint 55 is preferably 0.5 cm or more, more preferably 0.8 cm or more, and even more preferably 1.0 cm or more. From the viewpoint of maintaining a comfortable fit without excessively restricting the stretchability of the outer fabric 1C and lining 2C, the width d5 is preferably 2.0 cm or less, more preferably 1.8 cm or less, and even more preferably 1.5 cm or less.

From the side 16 of the belt portion 11d to the center back N, multiple sixth joints 56 are arranged along the bottom edge of the lining 2, i.e., in the waist direction. Each sixth joint 56 is arranged in a line extending approximately perpendicular to the bottom edge of the lining 2. Adjacent sixth joints 56 do not intersect but are parallel. As a result, the non-jointed areas between adjacent sixth joints 56 are lined up in a row in the curved direction in which the first joints 51 are lined up.

The outer fabric 1C and lining 2C are fixed from the hem-side end of the belt portion 11d, where the sixth joint 56 is located, to the end on the armhole 15 side, so stretching is significantly suppressed in the direction of the line segment of the sixth joint 56 (approximately perpendicular to the direction in which the multiple sixth joints 56 are lined up). Meanwhile, the outer fabric 1 and lining 2 remain stretchable in the waist direction, where the non-bonded regions are lined up in a row. Therefore, stretching of the belt portion 11d in the vertical direction is significantly suppressed, preventing the belt portion 11d from losing its shape, while the stretchability in the waist direction reduces tightness, maintaining a comfortable fit. Furthermore, the sixth joint 56, located along the hem-side end, prevents the hem from rolling up.

The line width of the sixth bonding portion 56 can be set in the same manner as that of the first bonding portion 51 .
The line spacing of the sixth joint portion 56 can be set in the same way as the first joint portion 51, but it is preferable that the line spacing be narrower the closer to the armpit 16 or the back center N. This allows the joint area at the armpit 16 or the back center N to be gradually increased to increase rigidity, reduce slack in the belt portion 11d, and improve comfort when worn.

It is preferable that the sixth joint 56 is not positioned in the center of the belt portion 11d between the side 16 and the center back N. This increases the rigidity of the side 16 or center back N while also improving stretchability around the waist, allowing for a comfortable fit.

The above-mentioned known adhesives can be used for the fifth joint 55 and the sixth joint 56. From the viewpoint of maintaining the flexibility of the fabric, it is preferable that the fifth joint 55 and the sixth joint 56 be adhesive layers containing a silicone-based adhesive.

The above-mentioned garment 40 can be manufactured, for example, as follows. First, the fifth and sixth joints 55 and 56 are provided on the surface of the outer fabric 1C, and the pad 3 is placed thereon. The lining 2C is then laid on top, and the lining 2C is joined to the outer fabric 1C via the fifth and sixth joints 55 and 56. This may be done by thermocompression bonding. Thereafter, the ends 17a of the belt portion 11d are joined to each other, and the end 17b of the belt portion 11d is joined to the end 12a of the front portion 11c by thermocompression bonding or the like. This joining may be done by melting the fabrics together, or by using an adhesive.

As described above, the garment 40 comprises a front portion 11c that covers the bust of the wearer and a belt portion 11d that covers the back. The front portion 11c and the belt portion 11d comprise an outer fabric 1C and a lining 2C. The garment 40 comprises a sixth joining portion 56 that joins the outer fabric 1C and the lining 2C at the belt portion 11d.

Multiple sixth joints 56 are arranged in the waist direction, and each sixth joint 56 has a linear shape that extends approximately perpendicular to the waist direction. The sixth joints 56 allow the outer fabric 1C and lining fabric 2C to retain their stretchability in the waist direction while significantly reducing their stretchability in the approximately perpendicular direction, thereby reducing deformation of the belt portion 11d and curling of the hem edge.

If the line spacing of the sixth joint 56 on the side of the armpit 16 is smaller than the line spacing on the center side of the belt portion 11d, it is easier to prevent deformation at the armpit 16. Similarly, if the line spacing of the sixth joint 56 on the side of the rear center N is smaller than the line spacing on the center side of the belt portion 11d, it is easier to prevent deformation at the rear center N.

The above describes preferred embodiments of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to these embodiments and various modifications and variations are possible within the scope of the present invention.

For example, the present invention can be applied not only to the half-top type bra described above, but also to other clothing such as non-wired bras, camisoles, T-shirts, or dresses.

As mentioned above, the present invention is particularly useful for clothing with cups, as it can increase the bust retention. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and can also be applied to clothing without cups when it is desired to reduce fabric shifting due to stretching. For example, to prevent the upper edges of shorts and the crotch edges from rolling up, multiple linear first joints 51 extending approximately perpendicular to these edges can be lined up along the edges.

In the above embodiment, the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2 are joined using an adhesive, but the joining method is not limited to this, and the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2 may also be joined by heat fusion. In this case, each of the joints 51-53 is made up of a portion of the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2 that melts and mixes together, then solidifies upon cooling, forming an integrated unit. As with adhesives, solidification has the effect of suppressing the stretching of the fabric.

When the lining 2 is joined to the outer fabric 1 by thermocompression, the support fabric 6 of the garment 20 or the support fabric 7 of the garment 30 is joined to the outer fabric 1 and the lining 2, respectively. In this case, non-elastic fabrics may be used for the support fabrics 6 and 7.

Although the outer fabric 1 is made from a single piece of fabric, it may be made by joining multiple fabric parts. In this case, it is preferable to join each part using the second joining section 52. Fabrics other than the support fabrics 6 and 7 may be joined to the outer fabric 1 or the lining 2.

The configurations of each embodiment can be combined. For example, in the garment 30 of the third embodiment, the outer fabric 1 and the lining fabric 2 are joined only by the second joining portion 52. However, as in the first or second embodiment, the joining pattern may be a combination of the first joining portion 51 and the second joining portion 52, or a third joining portion 53 may also be provided.

In the garment 30, multiple support cloths 7 may be joined to the lining 2. In this case, the periphery of the opening 71 of each support cloth 7 is annular with the bust top K at its center, and the position of each periphery can be shifted a certain distance from the bust top K to the edge of the pad 3, forming a contour line. The closer to the base of the pad 3, the more overlapping support cloths 7 there are, and the stronger the restoring force of each support cloth 7. The shape retention of the bust can be improved by bringing the bust together so that it bulges out from the base of the bust toward the bust top K. To further improve shape retention, some of the multiple support cloths 7 may be replaced with non-stretchy fabric.

Similarly, in order to enhance the shape retention of the garment 20, multiple support cloths 6 may be stacked and joined to the lining 2. In this case, the peripheral edge of each support cloth 6 in the lower left or lower right region of the pad 3 can be positioned gradually inward from the edge of the pad 3.

The fourth joint 54 joining the lining 2 and the support fabric 6 or 7 may be replaced with a linear first joint 51.

In the garment 40, the support fabric 6 or 7 may be joined to the lining 2. For example, the support fabric 6 or 7 may not be joined to smaller garments 40 of size M or smaller, but may be joined to larger garments of size L or larger. The support fabric 6 or 7 may be positioned depending on the size of the garment 40.

This application claims priority to Japanese patent application No. 2021-100698, filed on June 17, 2021, and incorporates all of the contents of that Japanese patent application by reference.

10-40: Garment, 1, 1C: Outer fabric, 11a: Front body, 11b: Back body, 11c: Front portion, 11d: Belt portion, 12: Shoulder portion, 13: Storage portion, 2, 2C: Lining, 3: Pad, 51: First joint portion, 52: Second joint portion, 53: Third joint portion, 54: Fourth joint portion, 55: Fifth joint portion, 56: Sixth joint portion, 6, 7: Support cloth,

Claims (12)

Stretch outer fabric and
Stretch lining and
a pair of pads disposed between the outer fabric and the lining to protect the bust of the wearer;
a plurality of first bonding portions that bond the outer fabric and the inner fabric together with a silicone adhesive ;
the plurality of first bonding portions are aligned at least along the edge of the lining on the lower hem side of the pair of pads , extend in a direction substantially perpendicular to the edge, and are arranged in a line so as not to intersect with other adjacent bonding portions;
The upper garment is characterized in that the non-bonded regions between adjacent first bonded portions are aligned in a row along the edge. Stretch outer fabric and
Stretch lining and
a pair of pads disposed between the outer fabric and the lining to protect the bust of the wearer;
a plurality of first bonding portions that bond the lining and the outer fabric together with a silicone adhesive ;
a support fabric having substantially the same shape as the lining and joined to the lining;
the plurality of first bonding portions are aligned at least along the edge of the lining on the lower hem side of the pair of pads , extend in a direction substantially perpendicular to the edge, and are arranged in a line so as not to intersect with other adjacent bonding portions;
The upper garment is characterized in that the non-bonded regions between adjacent first bonded portions are aligned in a row along the edge. An opening is provided in the support cloth in an area where each of the pads is to be disposed,
The upper garment according to claim 2, wherein the opening is positioned from its side edge to its lower edge inside the periphery of the pad. An opening is provided in the support cloth in an area where each of the pads is to be disposed,
The upper garment according to claim 2 , wherein the periphery of the opening is located inside the periphery of the pad. The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first joining portion extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to all edges of the lining. The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first joint portion extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to an edge of the pad. The upper garment according to claim 6 , wherein the first joint portion extends in a direction that connects the edges of the pads together in the shortest direction between the pair of pads. The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the line width of the first joining portion is 0.5 to 5 mm. The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the line spacing of the first joint portion is 1 to 5 mm. Further provided is a second joining portion joining the outer fabric and the inner fabric,
The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the second joints are arranged in a dot pattern. the first bonding portion is an adhesive layer containing a silicone adhesive,
The upper garment according to claim 10, wherein the second bonding portion is an adhesive layer containing a thermosetting adhesive. Further provided is a third joining portion joining the outer fabric and the inner fabric,
The upper garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the third joints are arranged in a line that intersects with the plurality of first joints.