US3998231A
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Backless brassiere
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-08-22
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Granted: 1976-12-21
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Expires: 1995-08-22
Abstract
Abstract A backless brassiere incorporates underwires, each having a section extending outwardly from the lower portion of the bust cup to a position under the wearer's arm. Support straps run from the extending section of the underwire over the wearer's shoulder to the bust cup.
Inventors
- 👤 Victoria Delet
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 14:32
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41C; A41C3/00; A41C3/0078; A41C3/12; A41C3/122
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
88 words
A brassiere comprising a pair of bust cups, said bust cups being secured together adjacent their inner edge, a semi-rigid U-shaped underwire section secured along the lower portion of each of said bust cups and having an arcuate extension extending outwardly from the lower portion thereof, and strap means secured between a point adjacent the end of each said arcuate extension away from said bust cup and said bust cup so that, in use, said arcuate extension extends under the wearer's arm to provide support for the bust.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
88 words
A brassiere comprising a pair of bust cups, said bust cups being secured together adjacent their inner edge, a semi-rigid U-shaped underwire section secured along the lower portion of each of said bust cups and having an arcuate extension extending outwardly from the lower portion thereof, and strap means secured between a point adjacent the end of each said arcuate extension away from said bust cup and said bust cup so that, in use, said arcuate extension extends under the wearer's arm to provide support for the bust.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 wherein said strap means extend from the end of said arcuate extension to a point adjacent an upper edge of said U-shaped underwire section.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
A brassiere in accordance with claim 1 wherein said strap means is at least partially elastic.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
A brassiere in accordance with claim 1 wherein the length of said strap means is adjustable.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
42 words
A brassiere in accordance with claim 1 wherein each cup is provided with a securing ring adjacent the top edge of the cup and said strap means extends from a point adjacent the end of said arcuate extension to said securing ring.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-12-21 | 1980-06-21 | 1980-12-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-12-21 | 1984-06-21 | 1984-12-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-12-21 | 1988-06-21 | 1988-12-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |