Protected underwire

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2005-05-24

2005-05-24

Hale, Gloria M. (Department: 3765)

Foundation garments

Breast or chest, e.g., brassieres

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

C450S042000, C002S255000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06896580

ABSTRACT:
In a first embodiment, a first fabric layer has gelatinous strips, thereby separating the first fabric layer into sections. A second fabric layer is positioned upon the first fabric layer, and an underwire is positioned on the second fabric layer opposite the first fabric layer. The first fabric layer is then folded onto itself to enclose the second fabric layer and the underwire. In a second embodiment, a third, or intermediate, fabric layer is positioned between the first and second fabric layers. In a third embodiment, an underwire is surrounded by a first, non-woven fabric layer. A second, rigid-type fabric having a bladder with a gelatinous material is positioned on the first fabric. The first fabric is wrapped around the underwire, and the bladder is positioned against the body of the wearer.

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