Patent Publication Number: US-10757983-B2

Title: Nursing brassiere including positionable cups

Description:
BACKGROUND 
     The field of the disclosure relates generally to nursing brassieres, and, more specifically, to a nursing brassiere having positionable cups. 
     Brassieres are designed to cover and provide support for a wearer&#39;s breasts. Brassieres typically include two cups and one or more bands that extend around a torso of the wearer to secure the cups in position. Nursing women often need to access their breasts to extract milk and/or breastfeed a baby. Accordingly, some brassieres, i.e., nursing brassieres, are configured to facilitate nursing by allowing access to the breasts without the brassiere being completely removed. For example, nursing brassieres may include cups that open up by detaching a top of the cup and pulling the cup down. However, the nursing brassieres may still interfere with access to the breast when the cups are pulled down. For example, the opened cups may lie next to or on a baby that is being nursed and interfere with the nursing process. In addition, the nursing brassieres may not adequately support the breasts when the cups are opened. 
     Normally, nursing brassieres are worn underneath outer garments and the outer garments must be at least partially removed for nursing. A typical method to access the nursing brassiere for nursing is to raise an outer garment and access the nursing brassiere from the bottom of the garment. However, cups on typical nursing brassieres may be difficult to open from such a position because the cups are required to be pulled down. Another method to access the nursing brassiere is to pull a neckline of the outer garment downward towards the breasts. This method leads to an issue of breast exposure. In addition, the nursing woman may have at least one hand occupied while attempting to position her garments for nursing and the nursing brassieres may be difficult to access with one or more hands occupied. 
     Brassiere pads can be used with brassieres to increase comfort of the brassiere, to provide a desired shape to the breast, and/or to provide additional support. For example, some brassiere pads are inserted on the inside of the brassiere cup. However, it can be difficult to access and adjust the pad within the cups of brassiere when the brassiere is being worn. 
     Nursing pads can be used with brassieres to absorb fluids. For example, nursing pads can be positioned in a brassiere to absorb fluids excreted from the breasts. Accordingly, some nursing brassieres include a sling for receiving the pads. However, the pads may move or fall out of the brassiere when the cups are opened for accessing the breasts. In addition, it may be difficult to access and/or adjust pads that are positioned within the cups of the brassiere. 
     Accordingly, there is a need for an improved nursing brassiere that provides support for the wearer&#39;s breasts while providing easy access for a baby to nurse with less breast exposure. 
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION 
     In one aspect, a nursing brassiere generally comprises a band, a first cup, and a second cup. The band is arranged to extend around the body of a wearer and secure the brassiere to the wearer. The first cup is connected to the band and shaped to support a first breast of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The first cup is positionable between a support position, a first nursing position, and a second nursing position. The first cup includes a lower edge positioned under the first breast when the brassiere is secured to the wearer and the first cup is in the support position. The lower edge of the first cup is at least partially detached from the band when the first cup is in the first nursing position and the second nursing position. The second cup is connected to the band and shaped to support a second breast of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The second cup is positionable between a support position, a first nursing position, and a second nursing position. The second cup includes a lower edge positioned under the second breast when the brassiere is secured to the wearer and the second cup is in the support position. The lower edge of the second cup is at least partially detached from the band when the second cup is in the first nursing position and the second nursing position. The nursing brassiere also includes a bridge extending between the first cup and the second cup. The bridge is arranged to align with a sternum of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The nursing brassiere further includes a first strap connected to the first cup and the band to form a loop sized to fit over a first shoulder of the wearer and a second strap connected to the second cup and the band to form a loop sized to fit over a second shoulder of the wearer. The nursing brassiere also includes a plurality of coupling members. A first coupling member is attached to the first cup proximate the lower edge. A second coupling member is attached to the first strap. The second coupling member is arranged to engage the first coupling member and releasably secure the first cup in the first nursing position. A third coupling member is attached to the bridge. The third coupling member is arranged to engage the first coupling member and releasably secure the first cup in the support position. A fourth coupling member is attached to the band. The fourth coupling member is arranged to engage the first coupling member and releasably secure the first cup in the second nursing position. A fifth coupling member is attached to the second cup proximate the lower edge. A sixth coupling member is attached to the second strap. The second coupling member is arranged to engage the fifth coupling member and releasably secure the second cup in the first nursing position. A seventh coupling member is attached to the bridge. The seventh coupling member is arranged to engage the fifth coupling member and releasably secure the second cup in the support position. An eighth coupling member is attached to the band. The eighth coupling member is arranged to engage the fifth coupling member and releasably secure the second cup in the second nursing position. 
     In another aspect, a nursing brassiere generally comprises a band, a first cup, and a second cup. The band is arranged to extend around the body of a wearer and secure the brassiere to the wearer. The first cup is connected to the band and shaped to support a first breast of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The first cup is positionable between a support position and a nursing position. The first cup includes a lower edge positioned under the first breast when the brassiere is secured to the wearer and the first cup is in the support position. The lower edge of the first cup is at least partially detached from the band when the first cup is in the nursing position. The first cup includes an outer layer, an inner layer, and a liner extending between the outer layer and the inner layer. The liner and the outer layer define a first pocket to receive a first pad. The outer layer defines an opening for positioning the first pad into the first pocket. The liner and the inner layer define a second pocket to receive a second pad. The second cup is connected to the band and shaped to support a second breast of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The second cup is positionable between a support position and a nursing position. The second cup includes a lower edge positioned under the second breast when the brassiere is secured to the wearer and the second cup is in the support position. The lower edge of the second cup is at least partially detached from the band when the second cup is in the nursing position. The second cup includes an outer layer, an inner layer, and a liner extending between the outer layer and the inner layer. The liner and the outer layer define a third pocket to receive a third pad. The outer layer defines an opening for positioning the third pad into the third pocket. The liner and the inner layer define a fourth pocket to receive a fourth pad. The nursing brassiere also includes a bridge extending between the first cup and the second cup. The bridge is arranged to align with a sternum of the wearer when the brassiere is secured to the wearer. The nursing brassiere also comprises a first strap connected to the first cup and the band to form a loop sized to fit over a first shoulder of the wearer. The nursing brassiere further comprises a second strap connected to the second cup and the band to form a loop sized to fit over a second shoulder of the wearer. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         FIG. 1  is a front view of a nursing brassiere including cups in a support position; 
         FIG. 2  is a rear view of the nursing brassiere shown in  FIG. 1 ; 
         FIG. 3  is a front view of the nursing brassiere shown in  FIGS. 1 and 2  with the cups in a first nursing position; 
         FIG. 4  is a front view of a cup of the nursing brassiere shown in  FIGS. 1-3 ; 
         FIG. 5  is a rear view of the cup shown in  FIG. 4 ; 
         FIG. 6  is an exploded view of the cup shown in  FIGS. 4 and 5 ; and 
         FIG. 7  is a front view of the nursing brassiere shown in  FIGS. 1-3  with the cups in a second nursing position. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined by the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements with insubstantial differences from the literal languages of the claims. 
     As used herein, an element or step recited in the singular and preceded with the articles “a”, “an”, “the” and “said” should be understood as not excluding plural elements or steps, unless such exclusion is explicitly recited. The terms “comprising”, “including” and “having” are intended to be inclusive and mean that there may be additional elements other than the listed elements. 
     The present disclosure provides a nursing brassiere including positionable cups. Each cup is positionable from a support position to a nursing position by moving at least a portion of the cup in a generally upward direction. Specifically, a lower edge of the positionable cup is at least partially detached from a band of the brassiere and a coupling member proximate the lower edge is released from a bridge of the brassiere to switch the brassiere from the support position to the nursing position. The coupling member may be releasably secured to a coupling member adjacent an apex of the cup to retain the positionable cup in the nursing position. As a result, the nursing brassiere may be easily switched between the support position and the nursing position using one hand. Moreover, the positionable cups are accessible underneath outer garments and cause less breast exposure than prior brassieres. Further, the positionable cups are positioned away from the nursing baby and do not interfere with access to the breasts when the positionable cups are in the nursing position. In addition, the nursing brassiere may include support portions that are positioned to support the wearer&#39;s breast when the positionable cups are in the nursing position. In some embodiments, the cups are positionable in a plurality of nursing positions. 
     Also, in some embodiments, the nursing brassiere may include one or more pockets for pads such as nursing pads and/or brassiere pads. For example, the nursing brassiere may include a first pocket defined between a liner and an outer layer. The outer layer may define an opening for positioning a brassiere pad within the first pocket. Accordingly, the pad may be inserted, removed, and repositioned from the exterior of the brassiere without removing the brassiere. The nursing brassiere may also include a second pocket defined between the liner and an inner layer. The inner layer may include an elastic member at least partially defining an opening for positioning a nursing pad within the second pocket. The elastic member retains the nursing pad within the second pocket and may prevent the nursing pad from being displaced when the cup is positioned between a nursing position and a support position. 
       FIG. 1  is a front view of a nursing brassiere  100  including cups in a support position.  FIG. 2  is a rear view of the nursing brassiere.  FIG. 3  is a front view of the nursing brassiere  100  with the cups in a nursing position. The nursing brassiere  100  generally includes a band  102 , a first cup  104 , a second cup  106 , a first strap  108 , a second strap  110 , a frame  112 , and a closure member  114 . In other embodiments, the nursing brassiere  100  may include other components without departing from some aspects of the disclosure. 
     The band  102  is arranged to extend around the body of a wearer and secure the brassiere to the wearer. Specifically, the band  102  encircles the torso of the wearer below the shoulders of the wearer. The band  102  is adjustable and may be adjusted to accommodate different size torsos. For example, the closure member  114  may be secured at multiple locations on band  102  to adjust the length of the band. In some embodiments, the band  102  may include an elastic material. In addition, the straps  108 ,  110  are arranged to extend over the shoulders of the wearer and retain the nursing brassiere  100  in position on the wearer. The band  102  includes a front middle or bridge  116  arranged to align with a sternum of the wearer when the brassiere  100  is secured to the wearer. Accordingly, the brassiere  100  is arranged to align with and at least partially cover the breasts of the wearer. In other embodiments, the nursing brassiere  100  may be secured to the wearer in any manner that enables the nursing brassiere to function as described herein. 
     The first cup  104  and the second cup  106  each receive and support a breast of the wearer when the brassiere  100  is secured to the wearer and the bridge  116  is aligned with a sternum of the wearer. Specifically, the first cup  104  and the second cup  106  each include a concave inner surface that contacts the breast and transfers at least a portion of the weight of the breast through the brassiere  100 . The bridge  116  extends between the first cup  104  and the second cup  106  and divides the brassiere into a first side and a second side. The first cup  104  is connected to the band  102  and located on the first side of the brassiere  100 . The first cup  104  includes a first lower edge  118  arranged to extend under a breast of the wearer such that the first cup is arranged to support the breast when the brassiere  100  is secured to the wearer. The first cup  104  is positionable between a support position  120  ( FIGS. 1 and 2 ), a first nursing position  122  ( FIG. 3 ), and a second nursing position  174  ( FIG. 7 ). The first lower edge  118  is at least partially detached from the band  102  when the first cup  104  is in the nursing position  122  and the second nursing position  174 . 
     The second cup  106  is connected to the band  102  and located on the second side of the brassiere  100 . The second cup  106  includes a second lower edge  124  arranged to extend under a breast of the wearer such that the second cup is arranged to support the breast when the brassiere  100  is secured to the wearer. The second cup  106  is positionable between a support position  126  ( FIGS. 1 and 2 ), a first nursing position  128  ( FIG. 3 ), and a second nursing position  176  ( FIG. 7 ). The lower edge  124  is attached to the band  102  when the second cup  106  is in the support position  126  and is at least partially detached from the band when the second cup is in the first nursing position  128  and the second nursing position  176 . In other embodiments, the cups  104 ,  106  may have any positions that enable the brassiere  100  to function as described herein. For example, in some embodiments, each cup  104 ,  106  may have more or less than two nursing positions. 
     The nursing brassiere also includes a first support portion  150  and a second support portion  152 . The first cup  104  and the second cup  106  are at least partially detached from the band  102  along the lower edge when the cups are in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . However, the first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  remain attached to the band  102  and extend under the breast to support the breast when the respective cup  104 ,  106  is in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . Suitably, the first support portion  150  is shaped such that the first support portion does not obstruct any portion of the breast in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the support portions  150 ,  152  are substantially smaller than the cups  104 ,  106  and extend along the band  102  adjacent the lower portion of the respective cup. Accordingly, the support portions  150 ,  152  are configured to extend under the breast of the wearer and do not obstruct access to the nipple of the breast. Moreover, the support portions  150 ,  152  extend outward from the band  102  along lower portions of the breasts. As a result, the first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  allow access to the breast and still provide support to the breast when the respective cup  104 ,  106  is in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  are generally oval. Specifically, the first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  are ovals with pointed ends forming an almond-shape. The first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  are connected to the band  102  adjacent corners of the respective cups  104 ,  106  at locations spaced from the bridge  116 . The first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  extend along a lower portion and a side portion of the breast opening when the respective cup  104 ,  106  is in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . Accordingly, the first support portion  150  and the second support portion  152  are shaped and positioned to support the breast when the respective cup  104 ,  106  is in the nursing position  122 ,  128 . In other embodiments, the support portions  150 ,  152  may have other shapes and positions without departing from some aspects of the disclosure. For example, in some embodiments, the support portions  150 ,  152  may be semi-circular, crescent shaped, triangular, and/or polygonal. 
     The first strap  108  is connected to the first cup  104  on the first side of the brassiere  100  and is connected to the band  102  at a location spaced from the first cup. Accordingly, the first strap  108  forms a loop that is sized to extend over a shoulder of the wearer. The second strap  110  is connected to the second cup  106  on the second side of the brassiere  100  and is connected to the band  102  at a location spaced from the second cup. Accordingly, the second strap  110  forms a loop that is sized to extend over a shoulder of the wearer. In the illustrated embodiment, the first strap  108  and the second strap  110  are spaced apart from each other. In other embodiments, the first strap  108  and the second strap  110  may cross and/or be connected to each other. The first strap  108  and the second strap  110  may be adjustable to enable adjustment of the fit of the brassiere  100  on a wearer. In suitable embodiments, the brassiere  100  may include any straps  108 ,  110  that enable the brassiere to function as described. In some embodiments, the straps  108 ,  110  may be omitted and the brassiere  100  may be configured to support the wearer&#39;s breast in a configuration without the straps (i.e., a strapless configuration). 
     The nursing brassiere  100  includes a first connector  130  arranged to releasably connect the first cup  104  in the support position  120 , the first nursing position  122 , or the second nursing position  174 . The first connector  130  comprises a first clip, broadly a coupling member,  132 , a second clip, broadly a coupling member,  134 , a third clip, broadly a coupling member,  135 , and a fourth clip, broadly a coupling member,  137 . The first clip  132  is attached to the first cup  104  along the lower edge  118  of the first cup  104 . The second clip  134  is attached to the first strap  108  adjacent the apex of the first cup. The third clip  135  is attached to the bridge  116 . In some embodiments, the third clip  135  may be attached to the band  102 . The fourth clip  137  is attached to the band  102  and positioned on a side of the wearer. The first clip  132  and the second clip  134  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the first cup  104  in the first nursing position  128 . The first clip  132  and the fourth clip  137  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the first cup  104  in the second nursing position  174 . The first clip  132  and the third clip  135  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the second cup  106  in the support position  126 . 
     In addition, the nursing brassiere  100  includes a second connector  136  arranged to releasably connect the second cup  106  in the support position  126 , the first nursing position  128 , or the second nursing position  176 . The second connector  136  comprises a fifth clip, broadly a coupling member,  138 , a sixth clip, broadly a coupling member,  140 , a seventh clip, broadly a coupling member,  141 , and an eighth clip, broadly a coupling member,  143 . The fifth clip  138  is attached to the second cup  106  along the lower edge  124 . The sixth clip  140  is attached to the second strap  110  adjacent the apex of the first cup. The seventh clip  141  is attached to the bridge  116 . In some embodiments, the seventh clip  141  may be attached to the band  102 . The eighth clip  143  is attached to the band  102  and positioned on a side of the wearer. The fifth clip  138  and the sixth clip  140  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the second cup  106  in the first nursing position  128 . The fifth clip  138  and the eighth clip  143  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the second cup  106  in the second nursing position  176 . The fifth clip  138  and the seventh clip  141  are arranged to releasably engage and secure the second cup in the support position  126 . 
     The nursing brassiere  100  may include any connectors  130 ,  136  that enable the brassiere to function as described herein. For example, in some embodiments, the clips  132 ,  134 ,  135 ,  137 ,  138 ,  140 ,  141 ,  143  may include corresponding male and female components. To secure the clips, the male component of one clip is inserted into the female component of another clip and a flexible portion of one of the clips engages the other of the clips. To release the clips, an actuator may be pressed to displace the flexible portion and allow the male component to be removed from the female component. In some embodiments, the position of at least one of the clips  132 ,  134 ,  135 ,  137 ,  138 ,  140 ,  141 ,  143  on the nursing brassiere  100  is adjustable. In further embodiments, the first connector  130  and/or the second connector  136  may include any suitable coupling members including, for example and without limitation, clips, hook and loop fasteners, snaps, buttons, clasps, magnets, and any other suitable coupling members. 
     To switch the first cup  104  from the support position  120  to the nursing position  122 , the first clip  132  is released from the third clip  135  and the first cup  104  is moved in a generally upward direction toward the apex of the first cup and the first strap  108 . The first clip  132  is engaged with the second clip  134  to secure the first cup  104  in the nursing position  122 . To switch the first cup  104  from the nursing position  122  to the support position  120 , the first clip  132  is released from the second clip  134  and the first cup  104  is moved in a generally downward direction toward the bridge  116 . The first clip  132  is engaged with the third clip  135  to secure the first cup  104  in the support position  120 . 
     To switch the second cup  106  from the support position  126  to the nursing position  128 , the fifth clip  138  is released from the seventh clip  141  and the second cup  106  is moved in a generally upward direction toward the apex of the second cup and the second strap  110 . The fifth clip  138  is engaged with the sixth clip  140  to secure the second cup  106  in the nursing position  128 . To switch the second cup  106  from the nursing position  128  to the support position  126 , the fifth clip  138  is released from the sixth clip  140  and the second cup  106  is moved in a generally downward direction toward the bridge  116 . The fifth clip  138  engaged with to the seventh clip  141  to secure the second cup  106  in the support position  126 . 
       FIG. 7  is a front view of the nursing brassiere  100  with the cups in the second nursing positions  174 ,  176 . To switch the first cup  104  from the support position to the second nursing position, the first clip  132  is released from the third clip  135  and the first cup  104  is moved in a generally horizontal direction toward the side of the nursing brassiere  100 . The first clip  132  is engaged with the fourth clip  137  to secure the first cup  104  in the second nursing position  174 . To switch the second cup  106  from the support position  126  to the second nursing position  176 , the fifth clip  138  is released from the seventh clip  141  and the second cup  106  is moved in a generally horizontal direction toward the side of the nursing brassiere  100 . The fifth clip  138  is engaged with the eighth clip  143  to secure the second cup  106  in the second nursing position  176 . 
     The nursing brassiere  100  includes the frame  112  extending through at least a portion of the band  102  to provide stability for the brassiere and support for the breasts. For example, the frame  112  may include rigid bars that extend vertically through the band  102 . The frame  112  may be constructed of, for example and without limitation, metal, plastic, and fiberglass. In other embodiments, the nursing brassiere  100  may include any suitable frame  112 . For example, in some embodiments, the frame  112  may include underwire adjacent or within the cups  104 ,  106 . 
       FIG. 4  is front view of the first cup  104  of the nursing brassiere  100 .  FIG. 5  is a rear view of the first cup  104 .  FIG. 6  is an exploded view of the first cup  104 . The first cup  104  and the second cup  106  (shown in  FIGS. 1-3 ) are identical except for being mirrored about bridge  116  (shown in  FIG. 1 ). Accordingly, the description of the first cup  104  applies to the second cup  106  and vice versa. 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the first cup  104  is generally oval when the cup is in the support position  120 . The first cup  104  includes the lower edge  118 , a side edge  177 , and an upper edge  178  together defining the generally oval shape of the first cup  104 . In the illustrated embodiment, the lower edge  118 , the side edge  177 , and the upper edge  178  are at least partially curved. The lower edge  118  extends along the band  102  and is arranged to extend underneath the breast. The side edge  177  extends along the band  102  and the strap  108  (shown in  FIG. 1 ) along a side of the breast. The upper edge  178  is arranged to extend across an upper portion of the breast above the nipple. The upper edge  178  extends between the lower edge  118  and the side edge  177  in a generally upward direction. Accordingly, the upper edge  178  and the side edge  177  meet at an apex  180  or high point of the first cup  104 . The lower edge  118  and the upper edge  178  meet at a corner that is positioned proximate the bridge  116  when the cup  104  is in the support position  120 . The lower edge  118  and the side edge  177  form a continuous curve. In other embodiments, the first cup  104  and the second cup  106  (shown in  FIGS. 1-3 ) may have any shape that enables the nursing brassiere  100  to function as described herein. 
     The first cup  104  includes an outer layer  154 , an inner layer  156 , and a liner  158  extending between the outer layer and the inner layer. The inner layer is arranged to contact the skin of the wearer when the brassiere  100  is secured to the wearer. The liner  158  and the outer layer  154  define a first pocket  160  to receive a first pad  162 . For example, the first pad  162  may be a brassiere pad and be configured to provide a desired shape of the first cup  104 . The outer layer  154  defines an opening  164  for positioning the first brassiere pad  162  into the first pocket  160 . The opening  164  may be located at a corner of the first cup  104  spaced from the bridge  116 . In the illustrated embodiment, the opening  164  is closer to the lower edge  124  than an upper edge of the first cup  104 . The opening  164  and the first pocket  160  allow a wearer to adjust, insert, and/or remove the first brassiere pad  162  while wearing the brassiere  100 . In addition, the outer layer  154  is at least partially elastic and retains the first pad  162  within the pocket when the first cup  104  is switched between the support position and the nursing position. In some embodiments, the first pocket  160  may be sized to receive more than one brassiere pad. 
     The liner  158  and the inner layer  156  define a second pocket  166  to receive a second pad  168 . For example, the second pad  168  may be a nursing pad and be configured to absorb fluids. Also, the second pad  168  may be configured to provide a desired shape of the first cup  104 . The inner layer  156  defines an opening  170  for positioning the second pad  168  into the second pocket  166 . The opening  170  may be located at a middle of the first cup  104  spaced from the upper edge and the lower edge of the first cup  104 . The inner layer  156  is at least partially elastic and retains the first pad  162  within the pocket when the first cup  104  is switched between the support position and the nursing position. For example, the inner layer  156  includes an elastic member  172  at least partially defining the opening  170 . In some embodiments, the first pocket  160  may be sized to receive more than one pad. In other embodiments, the brassiere  100  may include any pockets that enable the brassiere to function as described. 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the opening  164  is an elongated slot and the opening  170  is generally circular. The openings  164 ,  170  may be at least partially defined by flexible material to allow the openings to deform for positioning the pads  162 ,  168  within the respective pocket. In other embodiments, the opening  170  may have any suitable shape including, for example and without limitation, circular, triangular, rectangular, square, and ovulate. 
     The first cup  104  and the second cup  106  (shown in  FIG. 1 ) may be constructed of, for example and without limitation, cotton, spandex, nylon, jersey, elastic polyurethane fiber, and/or mesh fabric. In the illustrated embodiment, the outer layer  154  is spandex, the inner layer  156  is an elastic material, and the liner  158  is a mesh fabric. 
     The inner layer  156 , the liner  158 , and the outer layer  154  are connected together, e.g., sewn, along their edges. A portion of the connector  130  such as the first clip  132  may be connected to any of the inner layer  156 , the liner  158 , and the outer layer  154 . In the illustrated embodiment, the first clip  132  is attached to and extends between the liner  158  and the inner layer  156 . In other embodiments, the first cup  104  may be constructed in other manners without departing from some aspects of the disclosure. 
     As various changes could be made in the above constructions without departing from the scope of the invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description and shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense. Although specific features of various embodiments of the invention may be shown in some drawings and not in others, this is for convenience only. In accordance with the principles of the invention, any feature of a drawing may be referenced and/or claimed in combination with any feature of any other drawing.