Claims:WE CLAIM:

1. An improved adjustable wearing apparel, comprising:
a body portion, forming a tubular fabric body shape, wherein the body portion includes at least two portions: an upper stretchable portion 102 and a lower portion 104, wherein:
the upper stretchable portion 102, made of at least one first fabric, is adapted to elastically fit a waist and extending to the buttocks of a user thereby cylindrically covering the waist and the buttocks of the user; and
the lower portion 104, connected to at least a bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion 102, made of at least one second fabric, is adapted to cylindrically cover the legs and run to the ankle of the user.

2. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the body portion further contains a top edge and a bottom edge, the upper stretchable portion 102 adapted to be the top edge, and the lower portion 104 adapted to be the bottom edge.

3. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the at least one first fabric is, preferably, a cotton satin stretch fabric.

4. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the upper stretchable portion 102 further comprises a top portion 106 adapted to elastically fit the waist, the top portion is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch fabric.

5. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the upper stretchable portion 102 extending to the buttocks of a user is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch yolk fabric.

6. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the at least one second fabric is, preferably, a cotton poplin.

7. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lower portion 104 is connected to the bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion 102, preferably, by standard sewing.

8. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, further comprises a mechanism selected from the group consisting of: hooks and eyes, hooks and loops, snaps, buttons and holes, and buckles, for pulling up the wearing apparel or an additional comfort, or a sense of security by the wearer.

9. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the upper stretchable portion 102 is sewn, preferably, by using a flat lock machine so that when the wearing apparel is stretched the seams stay in place without breaking.

10. The improved adjustable wearing apparel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the upper stretchable portion comprises at least a retractable phone pocket 108 and/or a hidden pocket 110.
, Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] This invention, in general relates to the field of apparel. More particularly, the present invention relates to adjustable and ready-to-wear/pull-on clothing.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Dress is covering, or clothing and accessories, for the human body. The variety of dress is immense, varying with different sexes, cultures geographic areas, and historic eras. And so the term dress encompasses not only such familiar garments as shirts, skirts, trousers, jackets and coats but also footwear, caps and hats, sleepwear, sports clothes, corsets and gloves.
[0003] A sari is a piece of cloth or material, usually about six (6) yards in length, decoratively wrapped around the body. In order to properly wear a sari, a user typically also needs a petticoat and a blouse. The petticoat is an undergarment, similar to a slip, which may run from the waist to the ankle, ending just above the bottom hem of the sari. In fashion industry the petticoats are used as the under layer with additional embellishments or as a base. Typically, petticoats are tied tightly around the waist (or just above the hip), in order to hold up the weight of the sari. The sari is typically wrapped around the waist, tucked into the tight petticoat, with pleats also tucked into the petticoat, and with the remainder of the sari wrapped around the back and draped over a shoulder. As an undergarment, a petticoat is worn beneath the sari bottom and may cause discomfort to users during hours of extended wear. Traditionally, once the petticoat and blouse are in place, the user would wrap and tuck the first few yards of sari fabric around the waist of the petticoat, create pleats, tuck the pleats into the waist of the petticoat, and then continue wrapping the remainder of the sari around the back and drape either shoulder, depending on the style desired by the user.
[0004] However, the traditional sari petticoat is tied using a cord or a string which can be uncomfortable, cause disfiguration and rash. Multiple steps are involved in positioning, adjusting, and wearing the sari and the garment or pleats frequently tend to come loose. In addition, pleats may not be uniform in size due to human error, may become unfolded causing the sari to fall from the body or the user to trip over loose fabric.
[0005] Also, with a traditional petticoat, the petticoat must be tight enough at the waist to prevent dislodging or other loosening of the sari garment. As indicated, there are several obstacles associated with wearing a traditional sari properly. The cords, used for affirming the position of the petticoats, causes bunching of the fabric, which is unsightly and more likely to cause a user's overhanging skin and/or fat to spill across the waistband resulting in the appearance of an unsightly and undesirable “muffin top”.
[0006] Thus, the obstacles to wearing comfortable sari garments increase for women who have gained weight or are pregnant. The sari may become uncomfortable as the belly expands. The heavier and/or pregnant user may experience difficulty finding a petticoat that accommodates the expanding midsection. In addition, the petticoat, traditionally worn tightly against the midsection, may be incredibly uncomfortable and may leave indentations or sears on the skin after extended wear.
[0007] A product called “shapewear” by company Zivame is available in the market today, which is used to wear under sari. However the product is made completely using a polyester stretch material from top to bottom with a slit on both sides. However, this type of clothing is used to wear under western wear or separate lower dress. Also, the use of polyester material makes it difficult to wear it under sari all day long. In addition the tight fitting along the length of leg makes mobility difficult. Also depending on the transparency of the sari the clinginess of the petticoat will be clearly visible.
[0008] Further, according to a publication by Telegraph news, Indian doctors claim that sari wearers at greater risk of cancer. According to the article, the women’s contract the disease through skin irritation from knotting their petticoats too tightly in the same position over a long period of time. The article further discloses that the string of the sari petticoat, if tied in the same place day after day for an extended period, can cause chronic irritation. The constant irritation can result in scaling or pigmentation. Also, according to the article these tight petticoat strings induce various dermatoses along the waist in females and may rarely give rise to malignancy.
[0009] The present invention addresses many of the previously mentioned concerns by adapting the petticoats into a single pull-on garment for the bottom portion of the sari. The present invention also includes an adjustable waistband to accommodate for weight gain or loss and differing weight of the sari (ex -heavy silks and light weight chiffons) while maintaining the comfort due to the pressure being distributed over a large surface area and by avoiding tight knots against the skin. With this invention, users can achieve the look of the complex traditional sari, without fear of the petticoats becoming loose or dislodged from its proper position. An added benefit would be the appearance of a slimmer figure especially in the stomach and buttocks area.

SUMMARY
[00010] The object of the present application is to eliminate the requirement of cords for holding petticoats, provide support from waist to the buttocks area giving a more flattering figure, keep pleats of sari in place more firmly and securely, and adapt to the changing requirement of the modern woman.
[0011] The above object is achieved by providing a ready to wear expandable and adjustable underskirt.
[0012] Accordingly, in one implementation, an improved expandable and adjustable wearing apparel is provided. The improved adjustable wearing apparel includes a body portion forming a tubular fabric body shape. The body portion includes at least two portions, an upper stretchable portion and a lower portion.
[0013] The upper stretchable portion is made of at least one first fabric. The upper stretchable portion elastically fits a waist and extends to the buttocks of a user thereby cylindrically covering the waist and the buttocks of the user.
[0014] The lower portion is connected to at least a bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion. The lower portion is made of at least one second fabric and cylindrically covers the legs and run to the ankle of the user.
[0015] In one implementation, the body portion further contains a top edge and a bottom edge, the upper stretchable portion adapted to be the top edge, and the top edge adapted to be the bottom edge.
[0016] In one implementation, the at least one first fabric is, preferably, a cotton satin lycra fabric. A fabric suitable for the Indian climate. However, other suitable synthetic polyester / spandex / lycra like material can be used.
[0017] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion further includes a top portion elastically fit the waist. The top portion is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch fabric.
[0018] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion extending to the buttocks of a user is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch yolk fabric.
[0019] In one implementation, at least one second fabric is, preferably, a cotton poplin or can also be the same as the upper fabric
[0020] In one implementation, the lower portion is connected to the bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion, preferably, by standard sewing.
[0021] In one implementation, the improved adjustable wearing apparel further includes a mechanism selected from the group consisting of: hooks and eyes, hooks and loops, snaps, buttons and holes, and buckles, for pulling up the wearing apparel or an additional comfort, or a sense of security by the wearer.
[0022] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion is sewn, preferably, by using a flat lock machine so that when the wearing apparel is stretched the seams stay in place without breaking.
[0023] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion comprises at least a retractable phone pocket and a hidden pocket.
[0024] In one implementation, a horizontal seam between the top stretch material and the bottom cotton poplin can be eliminated by a customised weave allowing a seamless transition between the two functions
[0025] In contrast to the existing petticoats, according to the present invention by eliminating the cord do away with discomfort, disfiguration and potential rash. In addition to the comfort level of the petticoat, the design of the improved adjustable wearing apparel flatters the wearer by compressing the stomach and buttocks area giving the wearer a slimmer feel and look. Further, the improved adjustable wearing apparel is provided with the built in retractable phone pocket and a hidden pocket for credit / cash/ small object such as lipstick eliminate the need for a hand bag.
[0026] In a design, the improved adjustable wearing apparel is provided with the built in clips for holding the pleats eliminate the need for safety pins that tend to damage the sari as well as the inconvenience of an external item (the pin).
[00027] Thus, the improved expandable and adjustable wearing apparel according to the present invention eliminates the requirement of cord and get away with discomfort, disfiguration and potential rash thereby avoiding sari wearers with a greater risk of cancer, skin irritation from knotting their petticoats and causing chronic irritation resulting in scaling or pigmentation,
[0028] The various options and preferred embodiments referred to above in relation to the first implementation are also applicable in relation to the other implementations.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
[00029] Figure 1 illustrates a front view of an improved adjustable wearing apparel according to the embodiment of the present application.
[00030] Figure 2 illustrates an inside view of an improved adjustable wearing apparel according to an embodiment of the present application.
[00031] It is to be understood that the attached drawings are for purposes of illustrating the concepts of the application and may not be to scale.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0032] The following clearly describes the solutions in the embodiments of the present application with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Apparently, the described embodiments are merely a part rather than all of the embodiments of the present application. All other embodiments obtained by a person of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present application without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present application.
[0033] A petticoat or underskirt is an article of clothing; specifically an undergarment to be worn under a skirt or a dress. The petticoat is a separate garment hanging from the waist (unlike the chemise).
[0034] The traditional sari petticoat is tied using a cord which can be uncomfortable, cause disfiguration and rash.
[0035] Accordingly, the present invention provides an improved adjustable wearing apparel to eliminate the requirement of cords for holding petticoats, provide support from waist to the buttocks area giving a more flattering figure, keep pleats of sari in place more firmly and securely, and adapt to the changing requirement of the modern woman.
[0036] Referring now to figure 1 illustrates a front view of an improved adjustable wearing apparel according to the embodiment of the present application.
[0037] In one embodiment, as shown in figure 1, an upper portion 102 of the petticoat (waist to the buttocks) is made from a cotton satin stretch material. It may be noted that, different proportions of these materials may be used to give different elasticity to the petticoat. There may be a band 106 at the waist portion made from the same material for further localized support. There may be a slit with hooks for ease of pulling up the petticoat. Adjustable hooks may be offered (but not necessary for the functioning) for further flexibility so that when a heavier sari is being worn additional comfort and a sense of security can be derived by the wearer. The entire upper portion 102 is sewn using a flat lock machine so that when the petticoat is stretched the seams stay in place without breaking.
[0038] The bottom portion 104 of the petticoat may be made of cotton poplin material. The top portion 102 is sewn on to the bottom portion 104 using a standard sewing machine.
[0039] In one embodiment, the improved adjustable wearing apparel is meant for use under the sari. However other fashion uses may be appropriate.
[0040] Figure 2 illustrates an inside view of an improved adjustable wearing apparel according to an embodiment of the present application.
[0041] Apart from the above advantages mention above, the improved adjustable wearing apparel by eliminating the cord do away with discomfort, disfiguration and potential rash.
[0042] Also, in addition to the comfort level of this petticoat, the design of the improved adjustable wearing apparel flatters the wearer by compressing the stomach and buttocks area giving the wearer a slimmer feel and look. Further, the the improved adjustable wearing apparel is provide with a built in retractable phone pocket 108 and a hidden pocket 110 for credit / cash/ small object such as lipstick eliminate the need for a hand bag.
[0043] In one implementation, the retractable pocket can be flipped outside the sari when it required/ needed. Optionally, the pocket will remain inside. The retractable pocket can be made from the same material as that of upper portion or a suitable decorative stretch fabric which may be of same colour and/or in contrast with colour of the petticoat, so the whole dress-up looks elegant.
[0044] In one embodiment, the improved adjustable wearing apparel may have built in clips for holding the pleats eliminating the need for safety pins that tend to damage the sari as well as the inconvenience of an external item (the pin).
[0045] In one implementation, improved adjustable wearing apparel is provided. The improved adjustable wearing apparel includes a body portion forming a tubular fabric body shape. The body portion includes at least two portions an upper stretchable portion and a lower portion.
[0046] The upper stretchable portion is made of at least one first fabric. The upper stretchable portion elastically fits a waist and extends to the buttocks of a user thereby cylindrically covering the waist and the buttocks of the user.
[0047] The lower portion is connected to at least a bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion. The lower portion is made of at least one second fabric and cylindrically covers the legs and run to the ankle of the user.
[0048] In one implementation, the body portion further contains a top edge and a bottom edge, the upper stretchable portion adapted to be the top edge, and the top edge adapted to be the bottom edge.
[0049] In one implementation, the at least one first fabric is, preferably, a cotton satin fabric.
[0050] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion further includes a top portion elastically fit the waist. The top portion is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch fabric.
[0051] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion extending to the buttocks of a user is, preferably, made of a cotton satin stretch yolk fabric.
[0052] In one implementation, the at least one second fabric is, preferably, a cotton poplin.
[0053] In one implementation, the lower portion is connected to the bottom portion of the upper stretchable portion, preferably, by standard sewing.
[0054] In one implementation, the improved adjustable wearing apparel further includes a mechanism selected from the group consisting of: hooks and eyes, hooks and loops, snaps, buttons and holes, and buckles, for pulling up the wearing apparel or an additional comfort, or a sense of security by the wearer.
[0055] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion is sewn, preferably, by using a flat lock machine so that when the wearing apparel is stretched the seams stay in place without breaking.
[0056] In one implementation, the upper stretchable portion comprises at least a retractable phone pocket and/or a hidden pocket.
[0057] In one implementation, a horizontal seam between the top stretch material and the bottom cotton poplin may be eliminated by a customised weave allowing a seamless transition between the two functions.
[0058] Apart from what is discussed above, the improved adjustable wearing apparel also includes some additional advantages, some of them are mentioned below:
i. The improved adjustable wearing apparel eliminates the requirement of cord in the existing petticoats.
ii. The improved adjustable wearing apparel provides support from waist to the buttocks area giving a more flattering figure
iii. The improved adjustable wearing apparel Keeps pleats in place more firmly and securely
iv. The improved adjustable wearing apparel provides A variation of the petticoat has two accessible pockets – one for the phone which can be flipped out as needed and a hidden pocket for credit card and money or a small object
v. The improved adjustable wearing apparel provides concealed clips to keep the pleats in place.
vi. The improved adjustable wearing apparel may also be used without sari as fashion innerwear.
vii. Also, the improved expandable and adjustable wearing apparel according to the present invention eliminates the requirement of cord and get away with discomfort, disfiguration and potential rash thereby avoiding sari wearers with a greater risk of cancer, skin irritation from knotting their petticoats and causing chronic irritation resulting in scaling or pigmentation,
[0059] Although implementations for an improved adjustable wearing apparel have been described in language specific to structural features and/or methods, it is to be understood that the appended claims are not necessarily limited to the specific features or methods described. Rather, the specific features and methods are disclosed as examples of implementations of the improved adjustable wearing apparel