Diamond-Styled Two-in-One Leggings

Abstract

A leggings apparatus is shown. The leggings are configured to be worn by a user without the need for the user to wear an undergarment. As such, the apparatus is equipped with a first gusset layer and a second gusset layer disposed in a crotch area of the apparatus to provide security and comfort to the user without panty-lines. The first gusset layer is made of a cotton-based fiber fabric, and is preferably treated with an anti-bacterial coating. The second gusset layer is positioned atop the first gusset layer, and is made of the same fabric as the remainder of the leggings. The gusset layers are heat welded into a fixed position within the crotch area, and are equipped with flat seams which appear invisible. Seams are flat to ensure comfort, as well as to minimize the appearance of the seams of the crotch area of the apparatus.

Claims

1. A garment for legs of an individual comprising: leggings, said leggings having a crotch area; wherein said leggings have a front and a back; a first gusset layer, said first gusset layer disposed at said crotch area; a second gusset layer, said second gusset layer disposed atop said first gusset layer; wherein said first gusset layer extends from said front to said back of said leggings; and wherein said second gusset layer extends from said front to said back of said leggings.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] The present invention will be better understood with reference to the appended drawing sheets, wherein:

[0013] FIG. 1 exhibits an exploded view of the present invention as seen from the front.

[0014] FIG. 2 displays a view of the crotch portion of the present invention, detailing the position and shape of the gusset of the present invention after assembly.

[0015] FIG. 3 depicts a view of the rear center of the present invention, detailing the lack of panty lines, and the gusset layering.

[0016] FIG. 4 shows a view of the appearance of the entirety of the present invention as seen from the front center.

[0017] FIG. 5 depicts a close-up view of the shape of the gusset layers of the present invention which facilitate the lack of visible panty lines.

[0018] FIG. 6 presents a flow chart depicting the manufacturing process of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 7 depicts a view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention as depicted from the front.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

[0020] The present invention is a garment apparatus configured to be worn on the legs of a user. The present invention generally comprises a pair of leggings (10), which are equipped with a first gusset layer (20) and a second gusset layer (30), each of which are disposed in a fixed location within a crotch area (70) of the leggings (10). The apparatus of the present invention, referenced as leggings (10), is equipped with a right legging sleeve (40), a left legging sleeve (50), a waist band (60), and the crotch area (70). A flat-locked inseam (80) is preferably present on the present invention, and serves to connect the front portion of the leggings (10) to the back portion of the leggings (10), as well as to connect and lock the first gusset layer (20) and the second gusset layer (30) together.

[0021] The novelty of the present invention lies in the first gusset layer (20) and second gusset layer (30), which are present within the crotch area (70) of the leggings (10). The first gusset layer (20) acts as an inner layer, and is disposed closest to the skin of the wearer. As such, the first gusset layer (20) is preferably fashioned out of a breathable cotton blend of fabric which is equipped with an anti-bacterial treatment. The second gusset layer (30), disposed atop the first gusset layer (20), and is preferably fashioned out of the same material as that of the left legging sleeve (50) and right legging sleeve (40) of the leggings (10).

[0022] The first gusset layer (20) and second gusset layer (30) are specifically shaped such that the present invention achieves both maximal security for the wearer, as well as minimal visibility. As such, the crotch area (70) of the present invention is preferably diamond shaped in order to achieve the invisible look of standard leggings non-equipped with the enhanced gussets of the present invention. The diamond shape of the crotch area (70) should not be understood to mean an exactly angled quadrilateral diamond, but rather a rounded diamond-shape, as seen in FIG. 5. As shown, the first gusset layer (20) and second gusset layer (30) extend forward narrowly towards the front of the leggings (10), and also extends towards the rear of the leggings. The portion of the gusset layers that extends towards the rear is smaller than the portion that extends forward, and is wider than the portion that extends forward, as seen in FIG. 2, and FIG. 5.

[0023] The approximate size of the first gusset layer (20) and the second gusset layer (30), once heat welded into position, is approximately 4-4 in height by 4-5 in width. These dimensions are provided for example use only. It should be understood that alternate embodiments of the present invention may be fashioned with a first gusset layer (20) and/or a second gusset layer (30) that are larger or smaller than these dimensions, depending on the overall size of the leggings (10).

[0024] Flat seam finishing ensures that the wearer will not feel the seams of the first gusset layer (20) or second gusset layer (30) of the present invention during use, which is in contrast to any leggings present on the market today. Heat welding is an effective technique and presently used mostly in high-end performance wear. Novelty of the present invention lies in in delivering the combination of heat welding with a layered gusset to achieve a clean finish for the leggings (10). It should be understood that the flat seams of the present invention, such as the flat-locked inseam are preferably trimmed to look better and feel more comfortable for the wearer.

[0025] The process of manufacturing the present invention, as depicted in FIG. 6, is preferably as follows: [0026] 1. The manufacturer crafts the right legging sleeve, left legging sleeve, and waist band of the present invention from two separate cloths, which are then cut to form the overall frame of the leggings via a top half (front side) and bottom half (rear side). (100) [0027] 2. The manufacturer cuts the requisite size of the first gusset layer, and installs it into the crotch area of the leggings with a flat finishing procedure to achieve seams that are flat, and cannot be easily felt. This process is accomplished via the use of heat welding the first gusset layer to the crotch area. (110) [0028] 3. Then, the second gusset layer is positioned over the first gusset layer, and is preferably heat welded into place such that the seams are invisible and flat within the crotch area in order to ensure the wearer's comfort during use without underwear. The second gusset layer is treated with an anti-bacterial treatment. (120) [0029] 4. Once complete, the top half and bottom half are sewn together with a stretchable seam, similar to conventional leggings. (130) [0030] 5. The leggings of the present invention are packaged and ready to be worn by the user without an undergarment. The user remains comfortable and confident in the security provided by the first gusset layer and second gusset layer of the present invention. (140) [0031] 6. The leggings of the present invention may be washed in a conventional clothes washer after use to be worn again. (150)

[0032] It should be understood that the first gusset layer (20) and the second gusset layer (30) are fashioned of breathable, comfortable, hypo-allergenic material to provide the wearer with supreme comfort during use. A percentage of the fabric is envisioned to have elastic properties to aid comfort and flexibility of movement while wearing the present invention.

[0033] Having illustrated the present invention, it should be understood that various adjustments and versions might be implemented without venturing away from the essence of the present invention. Further, it should be understood that the present invention is not solely limited to the invention as described in the embodiments above, but further comprises any and all embodiments within the scope of this application.

[0034] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the present invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.