A control system for use within an adaptive support garment is discussed herein. The control system can include a lace spool, a ratchet mechanism, an actuator, and a control circuit. The lace spool can include a lace groove adapted to accumulate a portion of a lace cable coupled to a support structure within the adaptive support garment. The ratchet mechanism can be configured to control rotation of the lace spool during operation of the control system. The actuator can be adapted to control engagement of the ratchet mechanism. The control circuit electrically can be coupled to the actuator and can be configured to operate the actuator to engage or disengage the ratchet mechanism. In operation, rotation of the lace spool controls an effective length of the lace cable to provide adaptive support.

This application describes a garment adjusting system that utilizes straps connected to textile elements. A male coupling component with a hook is secured to a first textile element using a first strap, and a female coupling component with a receiving hole is secured to a second textile element using a second strap. The male and female coupling components can be releasably mated by inserting the hook into the receiving hole. Once mated, a level of support provided by the first and/or second textile elements may be adjusted by adjustably sliding the second strap through the female coupling component to adjust a length of the second strap.

A wearable clip system comprises a garment having a shoulder strap with a front portion comprising an upper section having two ends, wherein one end attaches to a back portion of the shoulder strap and a second end attaches to a first clip portion of a middle clip; a lower section having two ends, wherein one end attaches to a first clip portion of an end clip and a second end attaches to the first clip portion of the middle clip; and an additional strap section having two ends, wherein one end attaches to the back portion of the shoulder strap and a second end attaches to a second clip portion of the middle clip. The system further includes a second clip portion of the end clip that attaches to the garment and is configured to releasably engage with the first clip portion of the end clip.

A modular brassiere that serves as both a modesty garment and an easily-donned support garment. The modular bra includes an elongated support band that is preferably made of elastic material. Hook-and-loop type of engaging panels are used to secure the band around the user's chest. A separate strap assembly may be added to transfer load to one or more of the user's shoulders. The support band includes a proximal end and a distal end. A pocket is preferably included, proximate the distal end. The user can place one or more fingers into this pocket to assist in donning the device. A grip panel is preferably included as well. The grip panel includes a strap loop which the user can employ to also assist in donning the device.

A multifunctional vest for posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting comprises a vest-like garment wearing by an individual on the torso, the garment having shoulder and waist bands that join the anterior portion with posterior portion for securing and adjusting the fit of the garment to the wearer. The upper anterior section is made of elastic materials that allow for both female and male individuals to wear. The multifunctional vest also comprises removable parts that can be used for multiple purposes. Support stays and scapular straps are provided in the posterior portion for improving body posture. A therapeutic magnet belt that can be attached to both anterior and posterior portion is provided for purpose of relieving pain. For boosting workout purpose, a workout boosting sheet is provided in attaching to necessary place while doing exercise or daily activities.

A shoulder strap system having a shoulder strap attached to a device for supporting or carrying the device on a person's shoulder. The system has a tri-glide slide and a pull attached to the tri-glide slide. A length of the should strap is adjustable by the person pulling on the pull by one hand in either an upward or downward direction, thereby allowing the length to be adjusted without requiring the person to unsling the strap.

A ladies undergarment in the form of a body, comprising shaping cups, support elements (1), a length adjuster (10), connecting means (2, 3), where, as support elements, only vertical support elements (1) are used, which fasten to the upper and lower side parts of the shaping cups with the aid of connecting means (2, 3), and connecting means (2) consists of a closed portion, which is sewn into a vertical support element (1), and an open portion having an elongated G-shape.

Strap fasteners inhibit undesirable adjustment of garment straps, such as bra straps. The strap fasteners may have a clamshell configuration designed to encompass an adjustable portion of a bra strap to prevent movement of the bra strap or prevent movement of an adjustable element of the bra strap. In particular, strap fasteners minimize or prevent movement of a slider that controls the adjustment of a bra strap.

The present invention concerns an improved article of clothing for nursing, with features that enhance the user's ability to selectively and controllably expose one or both breasts while simultaneously presenting a more secure and stylish look, both when in use and when not in use. The invention allows for individual or dual breast access in a non-obvious form that can provide as much breast coverage as the mother feels comfortable with. When access to the breast is not in use, the clothing shows no signs of having specific nursing functionality. The invention can be applied to articles of clothing in many fashion design style forms. The invention is also able to optionally provide breast support via an internal brassier, and nipple protection via removable pads.

An athletic bra with heavy duty hook-and-loop type fasteners for size and compression adjustment providing bi-lateral cup size and compression and band size variability.