FABRIC, PROTECTIVE GARMENTS MADE THEREFROM, AND METHODS OF MAKING
First Claim
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1. A garment portion, comprising:
- at least one absorbent layer comprising a body-contacting surface, and an absorbent capacity of at least about 300 g/m2; and
at least one repellent layer disposed adjacent to the at least one absorbent layer and comprising an outer surface disposed opposite the body-contacting surface.
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Abstract
Disclosed herein are protective garments comprising an inner surface or portion of an inner surface with both absorbent and stain resistant properties while maintaining the soft feel, breathability and aesthetic properties associated with traditional “non protective” intimate apparel. The fabrics and methods of constructing the garments are also disclosed herein.
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18 Claims
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1. A garment portion, comprising:
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at least one absorbent layer comprising a body-contacting surface, and an absorbent capacity of at least about 300 g/m2; and at least one repellent layer disposed adjacent to the at least one absorbent layer and comprising an outer surface disposed opposite the body-contacting surface. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A garment portion, comprising:
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at least one absorbent layer comprising a body-contacting surface; and at least one repellent layer disposed adjacent to the at least one absorbent layer and comprising an outer surface disposed opposite the body-contacting surface; wherein the garment portion comprises a combined weight of less than about 20 oz/yd2.
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18. A garment portion, comprising:
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at least one absorbent layer comprising a body-contacting surface; and at least one repellent layer disposed adjacent to the at least one absorbent layer and comprising an outer surface disposed opposite the body-contacting surface; wherein the garment portion comprises a combined absorbent capacity of at least about 40 ml.
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