Elizabeth G. Sonnet, US1966398A
Waist and Attaching Means Therefor.
Image credit: Sonnet, E.G. (1933)
On July 10, 1934, Elizabeth G. Sonnet of New York patented a detachable waist and attaching means designed to connect a waist or blouse securely to another garment. Her invention featured an elastic, adjustable band that allowed the waist to move with the body, reducing strain on buttons and preventing tearing.
Date of Application: 21 March 1933
Date of Issuance: 10 July 1934
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