Garment underwire with zones of differing flexibility

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2005-02-22

2005-02-22

Hale, Gloria M. (Department: 3765)

Foundation garments

Breast or chest, e.g., brassieres

With stiffening strips, strands, or stays, e.g., wired

C450S052000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06857933

ABSTRACT:
An underwire for use with supporting garments, such as brassieres, has one or more zones of increased lateral flexibility along the longitudinal axis of the arcuate member in order to provide greater comfort to the individual wearer, without substantially affecting the arcuate rigidity that provides support. The increased flexibility can be provided by reducing the cross-sectional area, by heat treatment, and by providing a hinge.

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