U.S. patent application number 13/729374 was filed with the patent office on 2014-07-03 for reversible shirt.
This patent application is currently assigned to HURLEY INTERNATIONAL, LLC. The applicant listed for this patent is HURLEY INTERNATIONAL, LLC. Invention is credited to Bruce Yin Moore.
Application Number | 20140182043 13/729374 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 51015504 |
Filed Date | 2014-07-03 |
United States Patent
Application |
20140182043 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Moore; Bruce Yin |
July 3, 2014 |
Reversible Shirt
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to a reversible shirt that may be
worn in at least four different configurations. According to
aspects described herein, a first torso element may be joined to a
second torso element to create a pair of side seams, a pair of
shoulder seams, a neck opening and a waist opening. The widths of
the first torso element and the second torso element proximate the
waist opening may differ to create curved side seams. The curved
side seams allow for variation in drape against a wearer's
torso.
Inventors: |
Moore; Bruce Yin; (Laguna
Beach, CA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
HURLEY INTERNATIONAL, LLC |
Beaverton |
OR |
US |
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Assignee: |
HURLEY INTERNATIONAL, LLC
Beaverton
OR
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Family ID: |
51015504 |
Appl. No.: |
13/729374 |
Filed: |
December 28, 2012 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
2/69 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41D 1/04 20130101; A41D
15/005 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
2/69 |
International
Class: |
A41D 1/00 20060101
A41D001/00 |
Claims
1. A shirt comprising: a torso region for covering a torso of a
wearer, the torso region having a first torso element and a second
torso element, edge areas of the first torso element being joined
to edge areas of the second torso element to (a) form a pair of
side seams for extending along a side of the wearer, (b) form a
pair of shoulder seams, and (c) define a neck opening and an
opposite waist opening, the second torso element having a greater
width than the first torso element proximal to the waist opening,
and the side seams being curved toward a portion of the waist
opening formed by the first torso element; and a pair of arm
elements joined to the torso region proximal the neck opening and
extending outward from the torso region.
2. The shirt according to claim 1, wherein the first torso element
defines a first portion of the neck opening having a first edge
shape and the second torso element defines a second portion of the
neck opening having a second edge shape.
3. The shirt according to claim 2, wherein the first edge shape is
different than the second edge shape.
4. The shirt according to claim 3, wherein the first edge shape is
a scoopneck shape.
5. The shirt according to claim 3, wherein the second edge shape is
a v-neck shape.
6. The shirt according to claim 1, wherein the shoulder seams and
the side seams comprise a three thread overlock stitch seam.
7. The shirt according to claim 6, wherein the three threads of the
three thread overlock stitch seam comprise a first color, a second
color and a third color.
8. The shirt according to claim 7, wherein the first color, the
second color and the third color are different colors.
9. The shirt according to claim 1, the first torso element having a
first side and a second side and the second torso element having a
first side and a second side, wherein the shoulder seams and the
side seams join the first torso element and the second torso
element such that the first side of the first torso element and the
first side of the second textile face outward in a first
configuration and face towards each other in a second
configuration, and the shoulder seams and the side seams join the
first torso element and the second torso element such that the
second side of the first torso element and the second side of the
second textile face outward in the second configuration and face
towards each other in the first configuration.
10. The shirt according to claim 9, wherein the first side of the
first torso element displays indicia.
11. The shirt according to claim 9, wherein the second side of the
second torso element display indicia.
12. A shirt comprising: a torso region for covering a torso of a
wearer, the torso region having a first torso element and a second
torso element, edge areas of the first torso element being joined
to edge areas of the second torso element to (a) form a pair of
side seams for extending along a side of the wearer, (b) form a
pair of shoulder seams, and (c) define a neck opening and an
opposite waist opening, wherein the edge areas of the first torso
element are outwardly-curved and the edge areas of the second torso
element are inwardly-curved, and wherein the side seams are curved
toward a portion of the waist opening formed by the first torso
element; and a pair of arm elements joined to the torso region
proximal the neck opening and extending outward from the torso
region.
13. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein an area of the first
torso element proximate the waist opening defines a first width
between the pair of side seams and an area of the second torso
element proximate the waist opening defines a second width between
the pair of side seams, the first width being shorter than the
second width.
14. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein the first torso
element defines a first portion of the neck opening having a first
edge shape and the second torso element defines a second portion of
the neck opening having a second edge shape, the first edge shape
being different than the second edge shape.
15. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein the shoulder seams and
the side seams comprise a three thread overlock stitch seam.
16. The shirt according to claim 15, wherein the three threads of
the three thread overlock stitch seam comprise a first color, a
second color and a third color, the first color, the second color
and the third color being different colors.
17. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein the shoulder seams and
the side seams join the first torso element and the second torso
element such that the first side of the first torso element and the
first side of the second textile face outward in a first
configuration and face towards each other in a second
configuration, and the shoulder seams and the side seams join the
first torso element and the second torso element such that the
second side of the first torso element and the second side of the
second textile face outward in the second configuration and face
towards each other in the first configuration.
18. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein the first side of the
first torso element displays indicia.
19. The shirt according to claim 12, wherein the second side of the
second torso element display indicia.
20. A shirt comprising: a first torso element, a second torso
element, and a pair of arm elements, wherein: the first torso
element and the second torso element are joined at a pair of side
seams and at a pair of shoulder seams to form a torso region with a
waist opening and a neck opening; the pair of arm elements are
joined to the first torso element and the second torso element at a
pair of arm seams; the first torso element has a first width
extending between the pair of side seams, and the second torso
element has a second width extending between the pair of side
seams, the first width being less than the second width; and the
first torso element has a first length extending in a direction
that is perpendicular to the first width, and the second torso
element has a second length extending in a direction that is
perpendicular to the second width, the first length being greater
than the second length.
Description
BACKGROUND
[0001] Many articles of apparel incorporate features that enhance
the appearance or functionality of the apparel. Shirts, for
example, may be enhanced by incorporating features to keep a wearer
warmer, cooler, or to allow for ease of removal, among other
things. Shirts may also be enhanced to provide structural details
that directly affect either ornamentation or a specific functional
aspect of the shirt.
SUMMARY
[0002] According to aspects set forth herein, a reversible shirt
that may be worn in at last four different configurations is
disclosed. The different configurations allow for variations in
aesthetics as well as for variations in functional properties such
as increased air-flow.
[0003] In one aspect, the present disclosure provides a reversible
shirt. The shirt includes a torso region for covering a wearer's
torso and a pair of arm elements joined to the torso region
proximal the neck opening and extending outward from the torso
region. In at least one configuration, the torso region includes a
first torso element and a second torso element, where edge areas of
the first torso element are joined to edge areas of the second
torso element to (a) form a pair of side seams for extending along
a side of the wearer, (b) form a pair of shoulder seams and (c)
define a neck opening and an opposite waist opening. The second
torso element may have greater width than the first torso element
proximal to the waist opening. In addition, the side seams may be
curved toward a portion of the waist opening formed by the first
torso element.
[0004] In another aspect, the present disclosure provides a
reversible shirt including a torso region for covering a wearer's
torso and a pair of arm elements joined to the torso region
proximal the neck opening and extending outward from the torso
region. In at least one configuration, the torso region includes a
first torso element and a second torso element, where edge areas of
the first torso element are joined to edge areas of the second
torso element to (a) form a pair of side seams for extending along
a side of the wearer, (b) form a pair of shoulder seams and (c)
define a neck opening and an opposite waist opening. Further, the
edge areas of the first torso element are outwardly-curved and the
edge areas of the second torso element are inwardly-curved. In
addition, the side seams may be curved toward a portion of the
waist opening formed by the first torso element.
[0005] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure provides a
shirt having a first torso element, a second torso element and a
pair of arm elements. According to at least one configuration, the
first torso element and the second torso element are joined at a
pair of side seams and at a pair of shoulder seams to form a torso
region with a waist opening and a neck opening. Further, the pair
of arm elements are joined to the first torso element and the
second torso element at a pair of arm seams. The first torso
element may have a first width extending between the pair of side
seams and the second torso element may a second width extending
between the pair of side seams, wherein the first width is less
than the second width. Additionally, the first torso element may
have a first length extending in a direction that is perpendicular
to the first width, and the second torso element may have a second
length extending in a direction that is perpendicular to the second
width, wherein the first length is greater than the second
length.
[0006] Other systems, methods, features and advantages of the
present disclosure will be, or will become, apparent to one of
ordinary skill in the art upon examination of the following figures
and detailed description. It is intended that all such additional
systems, methods, features and advantages be included within this
description and this summary, be within the scope of the present
disclosure, and be protected by the following claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0007] The present disclosure can be better understood with
reference to the following drawings and description. The components
in the figures are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being
placed upon illustrating the principles of the present disclosure.
Moreover, in the figures, like reference numerals designate
corresponding parts throughout the different views.
[0008] FIG. 1 is an elevational view of a reversible shirt;
[0009] FIG. 2 is another elevational view of the reversible
shirt;
[0010] FIG. 3 is a further elevational view of the reversible
shirt;
[0011] FIG. 4 is yet another elevational view of the reversible
shirt;
[0012] FIG. 5 is a plan view of a first torso element of the
reversible shirt;
[0013] FIG. 6 is a plan view of a second torso element of the
reversible shirt;
[0014] FIG. 7 is a plan view of an arm element of the reversible
shirt; and
[0015] FIG. 8 is an elevational view of a seam configuration that
may be utilized in joining the elements of the reversible
shirt.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0016] The present disclosure sets forth a reversible shirt 100
that may be worn in at least four different configurations, each of
which impart different aesthetic and functional properties. Many
conventional shirts are worn in a single way and have a defined
outer surface, inner surface, front side, and back side. Although
reversible shirt 100 has various surfaces and sides, each of the
surfaces may be either an inner surface or an outer surface, and
each of the sides may be worn as either a front side or a back
side. By selecting which surface faces outward and which side faces
forward, for example, a wearer effectively chooses one of the four
different configurations and the accompanying aesthetic and
functional properties.
[0017] The four different configurations of reversible shirt 100
are depicted in FIGS. 1-4 and vary by (a) the surface of reversible
shirt 100 that faces outward and (b) the side of reversible shirt
that faces forward, for example. Each of FIGS. 1-4 may be
considered to be a front elevational view that depicts a front and
outside of reversible shirt 100, when worn. As such, the outside,
inside, front, and back of reversible shirt 100 depend upon the
manner in which reversible shirt 100 is worn. Reversible shirt 100
may, therefore, be reversed front-to-back, outside-to-inside, or
any combination thereof to provide the four different
configurations depicted in FIGS. 1-4.
[0018] The primary components of reversible shirt 100 are a first
torso element 200, a second torso element 300, and a pair of arm
elements 400, each of which may be formed from textiles or other
materials conventionally utilized in apparel. First torso element
200 is joined with second torso element 300 at a pair of shoulder
seams 110 and a pair of lateral seams 120 to form a torso region of
reversible shirt 100. Arm elements 400 may also be joined with
first torso element 200 and second torso element 300 at a pair of
arm seams 130 to form a pair of arm regions of reversible shirt
100. Whereas first torso element 200 and second torso element 300
may correspond with a torso of a wearer and cover at least a
portion of the torso when worn, arm elements 400 correspond with
arms of the wearer and cover at least a portion of each arm (e.g.,
an upper arm) when worn.
[0019] First torso element 200, second torso element 300, and arm
elements 400, when joined together, define various openings in
shirt 100. In particular, first torso element 200 and second torso
element 300 together form a neck opening 140 and an opposite waist
opening 150. Further, arm elements 400 form a pair of arm openings
160. When shirt 100 is worn, the wearer's neck/shoulder area may
protrude through neck opening 140; the wearer's waist or pelvic
area may protrude through waist opening 150; and the wearer's arms
may protrude through arm openings 160.
[0020] First torso element 200 may form one side of the torso
region of shirt 100 and includes a first surface 210 and an
opposite second surface 220, as respectively depicted in FIGS. 1
and 3. In order to assist with identifying surfaces 210 and 220 in
the various illustrations of reversible shirt 100, second surface
220 is depicted as being stippled or dotted. Referring to FIG. 5,
first torso element 200 is depicted separate from a remainder of
reversible shirt 100 and has a pair of side edges 201, a pair of
shoulder edges 202, a first neck opening edge 203, and a waist
opening edge 205. Further, first torso element 200 may have (a) a
first waist width 209 measured between side edges 201 and at an
area proximate waist opening edge 205, (b) a first arm width 213
measured between side edges 201 and at an area immediately below
where arm elements 400 join at side edges 201, and (c) a first
length 211 measured along a centerline of first torso element 200
and from waist opening edge 205 to a position corresponding with an
interface between shoulder edges 202. Although depicted as being
formed from a single section of textile or other material, first
torso element 200 may also be formed from multiple, joined sections
of material.
[0021] Second torso element 300 is similar to first torso element
200 in that it also forms one side of a torso region of shirt 100.
Second torso element may also include a first surface 310 and an
opposite second surface 320, as respectively depicted in FIGS. 2
and 4. Again, in order to assist with identifying surfaces 310 and
320 in the various illustrations of reversible shirt 100, second
surface 320 is depicted as being stippled or dotted. Referring to
FIG. 6, second torso element 300 is depicted separate from a
remainder of reversible shirt 100 and has a pair of side edges 301,
a pair of shoulder edges 302, a second neck opening edge 303 and a
waist opening edge 305. Further, second torso element 300 may also
have (a) a second waist width 309 measured between side edges 301
and at an area proximate waist opening edge 305, (b) a second arm
width 313 measured between side edges 301 and at an area
immediately and at an area immediately below where arm elements 400
join with side edges 301, and (c) a second length 311 measured
along a centerline of second torso element 300 and from waist
opening edge 305 to a position corresponding with an interface
between shoulder edges 302. Although depicted as being formed from
a single section of textile or other material, second torso element
300 may also be formed from multiple, joined sections of
material.
[0022] Referring to FIG. 7, one of arm elements 400 is depicted
separate from a remainder of reversible shirt 100 and approximates
a rectangular shape. As such, arm element 400 may have a pair of
opposite end edges 401 that are approximately parallel to each
other, as well as an adjoining edge 403 and an outer edge 405 that
extend between end edges 401. When assembled, end edges 401 may be
joined to form a cylindrical shape and adjoining edge 403 may be
joined to first torso element 200 and second torso element 300 to
form arm seams 130 (i.e., at upper areas of side edges 201 and
301). Thus, adjoining edge 403 may be predominately linear, to
facilitate connection to first torso element 200 and second torso
element 300. Outer edge 405 may have a variety of different lines
to impart different looks to shirt 100. In at least one
configuration, outer edge 405 may have a slight outward curve such
that a midpoint of outer edge 405 is further from adjoining edge
403 than ends of outer edge 405.
[0023] First torso element 200, second torso element 300, and arm
elements 400 are configured to fit together and form seams to
create shirt 100. In particular, first torso element 200 and second
torso element 300 may be connected along side edges 201 and side
edges 301 to form lateral seams 120 of shirt 100. First torso
element 200 and second torso element 300 are also connected along
shoulder edges 202 and shoulder edges 302 to form shoulder seams
110 of shirt 100. Additionally, arm elements 400 are connected to
upper areas of side edges 201 and 301 to form arm seams 130.
[0024] According to aspects set forth herein, the shapes of first
torso element 200 and second torso element 300 may be varied to
affect aesthetics, drape and functionality of shirt 100. For
example, referring to FIGS. 5 and 6, in at least one configuration,
first waist width 209 of first torso element 200 may be
substantially smaller than second waist width 309 of second torso
element 300. In other words, in the embodiment depicted in the
figures, while first arm width 213 may be substantially similar to
second arm width 313, first waist width 209 and second waist width
309 may differ. Referring to FIG. 5, side edges 201 of first torso
element 200 may curve slightly inward in a downward direction.
Referring to FIG. 6, side edges 301 of second torso element 300 may
curve slightly outward in a downward direction. When shirt 100 is
worn, even though side edges 201 and side edges 301 may not be
linear in a downward direction (as depicted in FIGS. 5 and 6),
lateral seams 120 may still naturally tend to drape in a linear
fashion due to gravity, creating the appearance of extra fabric and
ripples 315 on second torso element 300. As discussed in more
detail below, when shirt 100 is worn in the different
configurations shown in FIGS. 1-4, the placement of ripples 315 is
varied (i.e., on the front or back of the wearer), thereby varying
the functionality and aesthetics of shirt 100.
[0025] The shape and style of both the neck opening 140 and waist
opening 150 of shirt 100 may be configured in a variety of ways for
both aesthetics and functionality. In some cases, neck opening 140
may be wide across the shoulders and deep in both the front and
back of the wearer. In other cases, neck opening 140 may be
smaller, and more closely aligned around a wearer's neck, allowing
just enough room for a wearer to insert their head through the neck
opening. In at least one configuration, as depicted in the
embodiment of FIGS. 1-4, neck opening 140 may dip down past a
collarbone area of the wearer in the front and in the back of the
wearer. Further, the cut or shape of neck opening 140 may be
varied. In the embodiment depicted in the figures, first neck
opening edge 203 of first torso element 200 forms a scoopneck shape
in neck opening 140, and second neck opening edge 303 of second
torso element 300 forms a v-neck shape in neck opening 140. Those
of skill in the art, however, will recognize that the shape and
size of the neck opening may be further varied and still fall
within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. For example,
the neck opening edge of first torso element 200 and second torso
element 300 could have a boat-shape, a neckline with a collar, a
square-neck shape, a cowl-neck, a sweetheart-shape, a jewel-neck,
or any other shape contemplated by a skilled artisan.
[0026] The shape, style and length of waist opening 150 may also be
configured to enhance aesthetics and functionality of shirt 100. In
some cases, first waist opening edge 205 of first torso element 200
and second waist opening edge 305 of second torso element 300 may
have a similar shape. In other cases, first waist opening edge 205
and second waist opening edge 305 may be configured differently. In
at least one configuration, as depicted in the embodiment of FIGS.
1-4, first waist opening edge 205 and second waist opening edge
305, together forming waist opening 150, differ in both shape and
length (length being measured from a midpoint at the shoulder level
of shirt 100). Referring to first torso element 200 in FIG. 5,
first waist opening edge 205 may exhibit a non-linear shape between
side edges 201. In particular, first waist opening edge 205 may
exhibit a downward curve. Further, the length of second torso
element 200 taken from a midpoint between shoulder edges 202 to
first waist opening edge 205 may exhibit a first length 211.
Further, the length of first torso element 200 taken from a
midpoint between first shoulder edges 202 to first waist opening
edge 205 may exhibit a first length 211. In contrast, according to
the embodiment depicted in the figures and referring to FIG. 6,
second waist opening edge 305 may exhibit a more linear shape
between second side edges 301. Further, the length of second torso
element 300 from a midpoint between second shoulder edges 302 to
second waist opening edge 305, i.e. second length 311, may be
shorter than first length 211. A longer first length 211 allows
first torso element 200 to drape lower on a wearer's torso, whereas
a shorter second length 311 allows second torso element 300 to
drape higher on a wearer's torso. It should be readily understood,
however, that the shape and length of the first waist opening edge
205 and second waist opening edge 305 may be further varied as
would be known in the art and yet still fall within the spirit and
scope of the present disclosure.
[0027] First torso element 200, second torso element 300 and arm
elements 400 may be constructed of many materials known in the art
of apparel. In some cases, shirt 100 may be formed from synthetic
fibers such as polyester. In other cases, shirt 100 may be formed
from a blend of synthetic and natural fibers. In at least one case,
shirt 100 may be formed from a polyester knit blended with fibers
to impart stretch and recovery. For example, to provide stretch and
recovery, elastane fibers, available from E.I. duPont de Nemours
Company under the LYCRA trademark, may be incorporated into a knit
fabric. In addition to or as a substitution for the polyester and
elastane fibers, other fibers such as cotton or wool, natural
filaments such as silk, and synthetic filaments such as rayon,
nylon, and acrylic, may be utilized. The characteristics of the
material selected for shirt 100 depend primarily upon the materials
that form the various filaments and fibers of the yarns. Cotton,
for example, provides a soft hand, natural aesthetics, and
biodegradability. Elastane provides stretch and recovery. Rayon
provides high luster and moisture absorption. Wool also provides
high moisture absorption, in addition to insulating properties.
Nylon is a durable and abrasion-resistant material with high
strength, and polyester is a hydrophobic material that also
provides relatively high durability. Accordingly, the materials
comprising the fibers may be selected to impart a variety of
physical properties to shirt 100, in addition to functional aspect
provided by the structure and drape of shirt 100.
[0028] Shirt 100 may be further enhanced by the use of color or by
the inclusion of indicia or other markings on portions of first
torso element 200, second torso element 300 or arm elements 400. In
some cases, the color, indicia or markings may be incorporated into
the fabric, such as by applying a different weave to portions of a
textile element. For example, in some cases first torso element
200, second torso element 300, and arm elements 400 may be
constructed of fabric that imparts a different color on opposite
surfaces, e.g. first surface 210 and first surface 310 may impart a
different color than second surface 220 and second surface 320. In
other cases, the indicia or markings may be applied to the surface
of a textile element. In at least one configuration, as depicted in
FIGS. 1-4, an indicia such as a LOGO 211 on first torso element 200
or LOGO 321 on second torso element 300 may be applied by screen
print, embroidery, or other techniques known to the skilled
artisan. The placement of indicia or markings may be used to
enhance the aesthetics and usefulness of the different
configurations of shirt 100. For example, in the embodiment
depicted in FIGS. 1-4, LOGO 211 is depicted on first surface 210 of
first torso element 200 of shirt 100. Thus, when worn in the
configuration depicted in FIG. 1, LOGO 211 is prominently displayed
on a wearer's chest area. LOGO 321, on the other hand, is depicted
on second surface 320 of second torso element 300. Thus, when shirt
100 is turned inside out and rotated (as discussed in more detail
below), LOGO 211 would no longer be visible, but smaller LOG 321
would be displayed on a left side of a wearer's chest area. In
contrast, first surface 310 of second torso element 300 and second
side 210 of first torso element 200, shown in FIGS. 2 and 4,
respectively, do not display any indicia or markings. Accordingly,
by wearing shirt 100 in one of a variety of possible
configurations, a wearer may alter the indicia or markings that are
displayed.
[0029] The various constituent parts of shirt 100, i.e. first torso
element 200, second torso element 300 and arm elements 400, may be
joined along shoulder seams 110, lateral seams 120 and arm region
seams, as previously discussed. As would be contemplated by a
skilled artisan, a variety of stitches may be used to create the
seams for shirt 100, and the stitch may be selected based on the
strength required, the fabric used, as well as other factors such
as aesthetics. In some cases, for example, a straight stitch may be
used. In other cases, an overlock stitch may be used. In at least
one case, a three-thread overlock stitch may be used to impart both
strength and an aesthetically pleasing look to the seam. FIG. 8
depicts an example of a three-thread overlock stitch on a seam 500,
joining a cut-away portion of first torso element 200 and second
torso element 300, according to at least one embodiment. As shown
in FIG. 8, first thread 501, second thread 503 and third thread 505
enclose seam 500, joining side edge 201 and side edge 301. As is
well-known in the art, in a three-thread overlock stitch second
thread 503 and third thread 505 are looped together and further
integrated with a third thread 501 by a serger or overlock machine.
An overlock machine will both bind the seam and trim the fabric all
in one step. A three-thread overlock stitch such as that depicted
in FIG. 8 not only creates a strong seam finish, but also provides
a smooth and aesthetically pleasing seam finish. The aesthetically
pleasing seam finish allows shirt 100 to be worn in a variety of
configurations, as discussed in more detail below. In some cases,
the thread colors of the three-thread overlock stitch may be
different to create additional interest at one or more seams of
shirt 100.
[0030] As previously introduced, shirt 100 may be worn in a variety
of configurations to vary the look and functionality of shirt 100.
FIGS. 1-4 depict shirt 100 in at least four different
configurations. In particular, in FIGS. 1 and 2, shirt 100 is
depicted as being worn with first surface 210 of first torso
element 200 and first surface 310 of second torso element facing
outward. Further, FIG. 1 depicts when first torso element 200 is
worn against a wearer's chest area and FIG. 2 depicts when second
torso element 300 is worn against a wearer's chest area. In FIGS. 3
and 4, shirt 100 is depicted as being worn with second surface 220
of first torso element 200 and second surface 320 of second torso
element facing outward. Again, FIG. 3 depicts when first torso
element 200 is worn against a wearer's chest area and FIG. 4
depicts when second torso element 300 is worn against a wearer's
chest area.
[0031] In other words, in the configurations depicted in FIGS. 1
and 2, shoulder seams 110 and lateral seams 120 join first torso
element 200 and second torso element 300 such that the first
surface 210 of first torso element 200 and the first surface 310 of
second textile 300 face outward. In the configurations depicted in
FIGS. 3 and 4, first surface 210 of first torso element 200 and the
first surface 310 of second textile 300 are turned inward such that
second surface 220 of first torso element 200 and second surface
320 of second torso element 300 face outward (as noted by the
stipples or dotted effect). In assembling shirt 100, it is
contemplated that a seam, such as the seam 500 depicted in FIG. 8,
could be configured to be visible on either a first side or a
second side of a shirt 100 as presently disclosed, and as would be
readily understood by one of skill in the art.
[0032] Shirt 100 may be worn in one of various configurations to
affect both aesthetic and functional qualities. In the embodiment
depicted in FIGS. 1-6, first torso element 200 and second torso
element 300 differ from each other in their neckline, length and
width. As previously discussed, the larger width 309 of second
torso element 300 causes second torso element to drape further from
a wearer's torso region, creating extra fabric and ripples 315.
Thus, the looser fit of second torso element 300 may facilitate
looser fit and increased airflow against a wearer's front torso
region when worn in the configuration depicted in FIGS. 2 and 4.
Similarly, a wearer may experience a looser fit and increased
airflow against the back torso region when worn in the
configuration depicted in FIGS. 1 and 3. Conversely, if a wearer
desires a look and feel that is more fitted around the front torso
region, the wearer may choose to wear shirt 100 with first torso
element 200 facing towards the wearer's front, i.e. in the
configuration depicted in FIGS. 1 and 3. Similarly, if a wearer
desires a look and feel that is more fitted around the back torso
region, the wearer may choose to wear shirt 100 with first torso
element 200 facing towards the wearer's back, i.e. in the
configuration depicted in FIGS. 2 and 4. Thus, by varying the way
shirt 100 is worn, a wearer can vary the feel and function of the
shirt.
[0033] A wearer may also choose to wear shirt 100 in one of various
configurations to alter aesthetics. For example, as depicted in the
figures, a wearer can vary which neckline is worn against the
wearer's chest area and back area. A wearer could also vary how and
where indicia are displayed, if at all. Additionally, a wearer may
decide whether the seam stitching should appear on the outside or
be hidden on the inside of the shirt.
[0034] While various embodiments have been described, the
description is intended to be exemplary, rather than limiting and
it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many
more embodiments and implementations are possible that are within
the scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the present
disclosure is not to be restricted except in light of the attached
claims and their equivalents. Also, various modifications and
changes may be made within the scope of the attached claims.
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