Shape-Enhancing Camisole Garment Device

The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/643,447, which was filed on May 7, 2024, and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

The present invention relates generally to the field of body-enhancing devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to an upper-body garment comprised of a rear area with a pocket that receives a removably or fixedly attached pad that enhances the wearer's buttocks shape. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices, and methods of manufacture.

Some men and women may have a naturally flat or less prominent buttocks area, which can create difficulties in keeping lower body garments, such as pants, skirts, shorts, or other clothing items, securely in place around the waist. When the body lacks the natural contour that helps garments stay in position, these items may slip down or shift uncomfortably throughout the day. This can cause the wearer to frequently adjust their clothing, which not only creates discomfort but can also become a source of self-consciousness or embarrassment, especially in social or professional settings.

To address this issue, many individuals turn to accessories like suspenders, belts, or elastic waistbands to hold their clothing up. However, even these solutions can present challenges. Suspenders, while effective, might not always be practical or fashionable for everyday wear, and belts can dig into the waist, creating further discomfort, especially when worn for extended periods. For individuals with limited physical dexterity, such as those who are elderly, have arthritis, or experience other mobility-related conditions, using these accessories becomes even more problematic. The act of fastening or adjusting a belt or suspenders can be difficult or even painful, making the process of dressing and undressing unnecessarily complex.

Additionally, these physical limitations can lead to dependency on others for assistance, which might diminish a person's sense of independence and self-sufficiency. In some cases, the struggle to keep clothing properly in place can deter individuals from wearing certain types of garments altogether, limiting their wardrobe choices and negatively impacting their personal style. These limitations may also deter the individual from being seen in public, thus creating isolation and negatively impacting their mental wellness. Thus, the need for a more convenient and accessible solution to this problem is essential, one that can accommodate individuals with different body types and physical abilities, while also providing both comfort and style in their daily lives.

Therefore, 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.

The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a shape-enhancing camisole garment device. 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 donning the garment, securing the device and inserting the pad into the pocket in one embodiment, optionally closing it, before wearing lower garments to achieve the desired effect.

In this manner, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention accomplishes all the forgoing objectives and provides a body shape-enhancing garment. More specifically, the device helps keep lower-body garments in place without a belt, suspenders, or other similar devices. While doing so, the device also enhances the wearer's body shape without sacrificing functionality or causing discomfort during all-day wear.

The following presents a simplified summary to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a shape-enhancing camisole garment device. The device is comprised of a body preferably in the form of a tank top or camisole. The body may be made from a fabric material such as but not limited to a polyester. The body may be comprised of at least one shoulder strap. The strap allows a user to tighten the body around their torso/upper body. To do so, the strap may be comprised of at least one fastener. In one embodiment, the body may also be comprised of at least one secondary strap that runs from the rear area to below the front area. The strap is designed to go around the hip/pelvis area of the user to further secure the body to a user's torso/upper body. The strap may be comprised of at least one fastener.

The body is comprised of a front area and a rear area. The rear area is preferably longer than the front area and is comprised of at least one pocket. The pocket receives at least one pad. The pad is preferably a convex pad that resembles a singular buttocks cheek or a pair of buttock cheeks. As a result, the pad 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.

The present invention is also comprised of a method of using the device. First, a device is provided comprised of a body comprised of a shoulder strap and a rear area comprised of a pocket, and a pad. Then, a user can place the body over their upper body and secure the body to their upper body via tightening the shoulder strap via at least one fastener. In an embodiment with a secondary strap, a user can fasten the secondary strap around their pelvis/waist area. Then, a user can insert the pad into the pocket. Optionally, a user can close the pocket via at least one fastener. Finally, a user can put on a lower body garment over the device such that the pad provides an improved buttocks shape and further prevents the lower body garment from falling down while worn by the user.

Accordingly, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides a body shape-enhancing garment. More specifically, the device helps keep lower-body garments in place without a belt, suspenders, or other similar devices. While doing so, the device also enhances the wearer's body shape without sacrificing functionality or causing discomfort during all-day wear. In this manner, the shape-enhancing camisole garment device provides a solution to lower body garments that may fall down during wear and also while providing an improved body appearance.

To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Referring initially to the drawings,illustrates a side view of one potential embodiment of a shape-enhancing camisole garment deviceof the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture. The deviceis comprised of a body. The bodyis 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 bodymay be made from a fabric material such as but not limited to a polyester. However, the bodymay be made from any fabric material such as but not limited to a nylon, a spandex, a cotton, a mesh, a microfiber, etc. The bodymaterial is preferably matte in appearance but may be any finish.

The bodymay be comprised of at least one shoulder strap. The strapallows a user to tighten and/or raise/lower the bodyaround their torso/upper body. To do so, the strapmay be comprised of at least one fastener. The fastenermay 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.

The bodymay also be comprised of at least one secondary strapthat runs from the rear areato below the front area, as seen in. The strapis designed to go around the hip/pelvis area of the user to further secure the bodyto a user's torso/upper body. The strapmay be comprised of at least one fastener. The fastenermay 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.

The bodyis comprised of a front areaand a rear area. The rear areais may be longer than the front area. In one embodiment, the front areaand rear areaare the same length and is comprised of a non-slip hem. The rear areais comprised of at least one pocket. The pocketreceives at least one pad. The padis preferably a convex pad that resembles a singular buttocks cheek or a pair of buttock cheeks. The padmay be made from any foam material. The padmay be secured in the pocketvia at least one fastenerof the pocket. The fastenermay 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 padprovides 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 padis fixedly attached within the pocket, wherein the fasteneris comprised of a stitch that stitches the padto the bodyand/or to the pocket. In a different embodiment, the padis stitched directly to the bodyvia the fastenerand the devicehas no pocket.

The present invention is also comprised of a method of usingthe device, as seen in. First, a deviceis provided comprised of a bodycomprised of a shoulder strapand a rear areacomprised of a pocket, and a pad[Step]. Then, a user can place the bodyover their upper body and secure the bodyto their upper body via tightening the shoulder strapvia at least one fastener[Step]. Then, a user can insert the padinto the pocket[Step]. Optionally, a user can close the pocketvia at least one fastener[Step]. Finally, a user can put on a lower body garment over the devicesuch that the padprovides an improved buttocks shape and further prevents the lower body garment from falling down while worn by the user [Step].

The present invention is also comprised of a method of usingthe device, as seen in. First, a deviceis provided comprised of a bodycomprised of a shoulder strapand a rear areacomprised of a pocket, and a pad[Step]. Then, a user can place the bodyover their upper body and secure the bodyto their upper body via tightening the shoulder strapvia at least one fastener[Step]. Next, a user can further secure the bodyto their pelvis and/or hip area via securing a secondary straparound said area via at least one fastener[Step]. Then, a user can insert the padinto the pocket[Step]. In one embodiment, the pad can be secured within the pocket before the secondary strapis engaged. Optionally, a user can close the pocketvia at least one fastener[Step]. Finally, a user can put on a lower body garment over the devicesuch that the padprovides an improved buttocks shape and further prevents the lower body garment from falling down while worn by the user [Step].

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 deviceof the present invention.

Notwithstanding the forgoing, the shape-enhancing camisole garment deviceof 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 deviceas shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the shape-enhancing camisole garment deviceare well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the shape-enhancing camisole garment deviceare important design parameters for user convenience, the shape-enhancing camisole garment devicemay 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.

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.

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.