Shape-Enhancing Camisole Garment Device

Abstract

A shape-enhancing camisole garment device is provided. The device is designed to enhance the user's lower body shape and secure garments. The body may take the form of various upper-body garments and is made from fabric materials such as polyester or nylon. It includes at least one adjustable shoulder strap equipped with fasteners for securing the garment. Additionally, a secondary strap wraps around the pelvis for further stability. A rear pocket holds a foam pad shaped like buttocks, which enhances the wearer's body shape and helps prevent lower garments from slipping. The method of use involves securing the device and inserting the pad into the pocket, optionally closing it, before wearing lower garments to achieve the desired effect.

Claims

1. A shape-enhancing camisole garment device comprising: a body configured to be worn on a user's upper torso, the body comprised of a front area and a rear area, wherein the rear area is comprised of a pocket; a pad; and a fastener configured to secure the pad within the pocket.

2. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 1, wherein the body is comprised of a tank top.

3. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 1, wherein the body is comprised of a camisole.

4. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 1, wherein the body is comprised of a matte finish.

5. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 1, wherein the pad is comprised of a convex pad.

6. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 5, wherein the pad resembles a buttocks cheek or a pair of buttocks cheeks.

7. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 1, wherein the body is comprised of a polyester material.

8. A shape-enhancing camisole garment device comprising: a body configured to be worn on a user's upper torso, the body comprised of a shoulder strap comprised of a first fastener, a front area and a rear area, a secondary strap extending from the rear area comprised of a second fastener; wherein the rear area is comprised of a pocket; a pad; and a third fastener configured to secure the pad within the pocket.

9. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 8, wherein the first fastener is comprised of a hook and loop fastener, a magnetic fastener, a snap button fastener, a button and opening fastener, or a male and female fastener.

10. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 8, wherein the second fastener is comprised of a hook and loop fastener, a magnetic fastener, a snap button fastener, a button and opening fastener, or a male and female fastener.

11. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 8, wherein the body is comprised of a spandex material.

12. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 8, wherein the pad is comprised of a convex pad.

13. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 12, wherein the pad resembles a buttocks cheek or a pair of buttocks cheeks.

14. The shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 8, wherein the body is comprised of a short-sleeved shirt.

15. A method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device, the method comprising the following steps: providing a shape-enhancing camisole garment device comprised of a rear area comprised of a pocket, and a shoulder strap comprised of a fastener; placing the body on a user's torso and securing the shoulder strap using the fastener; inserting a pad into the pocket; and securing a lower body garment over the body such that the pad enhances the fit of the lower body garment.

16. The method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 15, wherein the pad is comprised of a foam material.

17. The method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 15, wherein the pad is comprised of a convex pad.

18. The method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 15, wherein the pad resembles a buttocks cheek or a pair of buttocks cheeks.

19. The method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 15, wherein the body is comprised of a secondary strap.

20. The method of using a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of claim 19 further comprised of a step of securing the secondary strap around a hip area or a pelvis area of the user.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:

[0016] FIG. 1 illustrates a side view of one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0017] FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0018] FIG. 3 illustrates a flowchart of a method of using one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture; and

[0019] FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart of a method of using one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.

[0021] As noted above, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a body shape-enhancing garment. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a shape-enhancing camisole garment device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a shape-enhancing camisole garment device that helps keep lower-body garments in place without a belt, suspenders, or other similar devices. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a shape-enhancing camisole garment device that helps keep lower body garments in place without a belt, suspenders, or other similar devices and that enhances the wearer's body shape without sacrificing functionality or causing discomfort during all-day wear.

[0022] The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of a shape- enhancing camisole garment device. The device is comprised of a body, preferably designed as a tank top or camisole, made from a fabric material such as, but not limited to, polyester. The body includes at least one shoulder strap, allowing the user to adjust the fit around their torso/upper body. The strap may feature at least one fastener for this purpose. In one embodiment, the device may also include a secondary strap running from the rear to the front, designed to wrap around the user's hip/pelvis area, further securing the body to the torso/upper body. This secondary strap may also incorporate at least one fastener.

[0023] The body consists of a front and rear area, with the rear being longer and featuring at least one pocket designed to hold a pad. The pad is preferably convex in shape, resembling either a single buttock or a pair of buttocks. This pad enhances the user's body shape while helping to keep lower-body garments in place without the need for a belt, due to the improved shape and size of the lower body.

[0024] The present invention also includes a method of use. First, the device, consisting of a body with a shoulder strap, a rear pocket, and a pad, is provided. The user places the body over their upper body and secures it by tightening the shoulder strap using at least one fastener. In embodiments with a secondary strap, the user can fasten it around their pelvis/waist. The user then inserts the pad into the rear pocket, optionally securing the pocket with at least one fastener. Finally, the user can put on a lower body garment over the device, where the pad improves the shape of the buttocks and prevents the garment from slipping down.

[0025] Therefore, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device offers significant benefits by improving body shape and securing lower-body garments without the need for belts, suspenders, or similar devices. It enhances the wearer's body shape without compromising comfort or functionality during extended wear. As a result, it provides a practical solution to issues with lower body garments falling down while also improving overall body appearance.

[0026] Referring initially to the drawings, FIG. 1 illustrates a side view of one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture. The device 100 is comprised of a body 110. The body 110 is preferably in the form of a tank top or camisole, but may be in the general form of any upper body garment including but not limited to a short-sleeve shirt, a long-sleeve shirt, etc. The body 110 may be made from a fabric material such as but not limited to a polyester. However, the body 110 may be made from any fabric material such as but not limited to a nylon, a spandex, a cotton, a mesh, a microfiber, etc. The body 110 material is preferably matte in appearance but may be any finish.

[0027] The body 110 may be comprised of at least one shoulder strap 120. The strap 120 allows a user to tighten and/or raise/lower the body 110 around their torso/upper body. To do so, the strap 120 may be comprised of at least one fastener 122. The fastener 122 may be any fastener type such as but not limited to a hook and loop fastener, a magnetic fastener, a snap button fastener, a button and opening fastener, a male and female fastener, etc., or any type of reciprocating fastener known in the art.

[0028] The body 110 may also be comprised of at least one secondary strap 130 that runs from the rear area 114 to below the front area 112, as seen in FIG. 2. The strap 130 is designed to go around the hip/pelvis area of the user to further secure the body 110 to a user's torso/upper body. The strap 130 may be comprised of at least one fastener 132. The fastener 132 may be any fastener type such as but not limited to a hook and loop fastener, a magnetic fastener, a snap button fastener, a button and opening fastener, a male and female fastener, etc., or any type of reciprocating fastener known in the art.

[0029] The body 110 is comprised of a front area 112 and a rear area 114. The rear area 114 is may be longer than the front area 112. In one embodiment, the front area 112 and rear area 114 are the same length and is comprised of a non-slip hem 400. The rear area 114 is comprised of at least one pocket 140. The pocket 140 receives at least one pad 150. The pad 150 is preferably a convex pad that resembles a singular buttocks cheek or a pair of buttock cheeks. The pad 150 may be made from any foam material. The pad 150 may be secured in the pocket 140 via at least one fastener 142 of the pocket 140. The fastener 142 may be any fastener type such as but not limited to a hook and loop fastener, a zipper fastener, a magnetic fastener, a snap button fastener, a button and opening fastener, a male and female fastener, etc., or any type of fastener known in the art. As a result, the pad 150 provides a user with an enhanced body shape that keeps a user's lower body garment up without the need for a belt due to improved lower body shape and size. In one embodiment, the pad 150 is fixedly attached within the pocket 140, wherein the fastener 142 is comprised of a stitch that stitches the pad 150 to the body 110 and/or to the pocket 140. In a different embodiment, the pad 150 is stitched directly to the body 110 via the fastener 142 and the device 100 has no pocket 140.

[0030] The present invention is also comprised of a method of using 200 the device 100, as seen in FIG. 3. First, a device 100 is provided comprised of a body 110 comprised of a shoulder strap 120 and a rear area 114 comprised of a pocket 140, and a pad 150 [Step 202]. Then, a user can place the body 110 over their upper body and secure the body 110 to their upper body via tightening the shoulder strap 120 via at least one fastener 122 [Step 204]. Then, a user can insert the pad 150 into the pocket 140 [Step 206]. Optionally, a user can close the pocket 140 via at least one fastener 142 [Step 208]. Finally, a user can put on a lower body garment over the device 100 such that the pad 150 provides an improved buttocks shape and further prevents the lower body garment from falling down while worn by the user [Step 210].

[0031] The present invention is also comprised of a method of using 300 the device 100, as seen in FIG. 4. First, a device 100 is provided comprised of a body 110 comprised of a shoulder strap 120 and a rear area 114 comprised of a pocket 140, and a pad 150 [Step 302]. Then, a user can place the body 110 over their upper body and secure the body 110 to their upper body via tightening the shoulder strap 120 via at least one fastener 122 [Step 304]. Next, a user can further secure the body 110 to their pelvis and/or hip area via securing a secondary strap 130 around said area via at least one fastener 132 [Step 306]. Then, a user can insert the pad 150 into the pocket 140 [Step 308]. In one embodiment, the pad can be secured within the pocket before the secondary strap 130 is engaged. Optionally, a user can close the pocket 140 via at least one fastener 142 [Step 310]. Finally, a user can put on a lower body garment over the device 100 such that the pad 150 provides an improved buttocks shape and further prevents the lower body garment from falling down while worn by the user [Step 312].

[0032] Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein shape-enhancing camisole garment device and device are interchangeable and refer to the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 of the present invention.

[0033] Notwithstanding the forgoing, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 of the present invention and its various components can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that they accomplish the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device 100 may be of any size, shape, and/or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.

[0034] Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.

[0035] What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications, and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term includes is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term comprising as comprising is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.