Fusion undergarment

Abstract

A fusion undergarment, and more particularly a brassiere, having a transparent layer with an inner surface and an outer surface, a support layer having an inner surface and an outer surface, and an adhesive layer for fusing the transparent layer with the support layer. The undergarment provides a balance of comfort, support and sensual appeal. The fusing process comprising the steps of fusing the adhesive layer to the support layer, cutting the fused adhesive-support layer into a desired shape, fusing the cut adhesive-support layer to the transparent layer, forming the breast supporting cup portions of the bra, preferably in a subsequent molding action. When the bra is worn, the support layer extends primarily under a wearer's breasts along a lower and side breast profile providing an optimal balance of comfort and support, while the transparent layer provides the requisite sensual appeal.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . An undergarment, comprising: 
 an inner transparent layer having an inner and outer surface;    an outer layer having an inner and outer surface; and    a third, intermediate layer for adhering or fusing said inner layer and said outer layer,    wherein the undergarment provides a balance of comfort, support and sensual appeal.    
     
     
         2 . The undergarment of  claim 1 , wherein the undergarment is a brassiere.  
     
     
         3 . The undergarment of  claim 2 , wherein said outer layer is a transparent material.  
     
     
         4 . The undergarment of  claim 3 , wherein said transparent material has sheer characteristics.  
     
     
         5 . The undergarment of  claim 4 , wherein said support material has firm resilient characteristics.  
     
     
         6 . The undergarment of  claim 2 , wherein said outer layer is a support material.  
     
     
         7 . The undergarment of  claim 2 , wherein said third layer is an adhesive or fusing material.  
     
     
         8 . The undergarment of  claim 2 , wherein said outer layer is shaped to essentially extend under a wearer's breasts and along a lower and side breast profile when the undergarment is worn.  
     
     
         9 . An undergarment, comprising: 
 a seamless transparent layer;    a seamless support layer; and    an adhesive or fusing layer,    wherein said adhesive or fusing layer securely adheres or fuses said seamless transparent layer to said seamless support layer,    wherein the undergarment provides a balance of comfort, support and sensual appeal.    
     
     
         10 . The undergarment of  claim 9 , wherein the undergarment is a brassiere.  
     
     
         11 . The undergarment of  claim 10 , wherein said seamless transparent layer is made of a material having sheer characteristics.  
     
     
         12 . The undergarment of  claim 10 , wherein said seamless support layer is made of a material having resilient characteristics.  
     
     
         13 . The undergarment of  claim 10 , wherein said support layer is shaped to extend under a wearer's breasts along the lower and side breast profile to substantially support said breasts when the undergarment is worn.  
     
     
         14 . A method for forming an undergarment, comprising the steps of: 
 (a) providing a support layer;    (b) applying an adhesive or fusing layer to said support layer;    (c) cutting said support layer combined with said adhesive or fusing layer to a desired shape;    (d) adhering or fusing said support layer with said adhesive or fusing layer to a transparent layer to provide seamless connection; and    (e) molding said support layer, said adhesive layer and said transparent layer to form a unitary molded breast cup, wherein said support layer provides reinforcing support along a lower profile portion of said cup,    wherein the undergarment provides a balance of comfort, support and sensual appeal.    
     
     
         15 . The method of  claim 14 , wherein the undergarment is a brassiere.  
     
     
         16 . The method of  claim 15 , wherein said transparent layer is a material having sheer characteristics.  
     
     
         17 . The method of  claim 15 , wherein said support layer is a material having firm resilient characteristics.  
     
     
         18 . The method of  claim 15 , wherein said support layer is shaped so that when the undergarment is worn, said support layer essentially extends under a wearer's breasts and along the lower and side breast profile.