US20140182043A1

US20140182043A1 - Reversible Shirt

Info

Publication number: US20140182043A1
Application number: US13/729,374
Authority: US
Inventors: Bruce Yin Moore
Original assignee: Hurley International LLC
Current assignee: Hurley International LLC
Priority date: 2012-12-28
Filing date: 2012-12-28
Publication date: 2014-07-03

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.

Description

BACKGROUND

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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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

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.

FIG. 1 is an elevational view of a reversible shirt;

FIG. 2 is another elevational view of the reversible shirt;

FIG. 3 is a further elevational view of the reversible shirt;

FIG. 4 is yet another elevational view of the reversible shirt;

FIG. 5 is a plan view of a first torso element of the reversible shirt;

FIG. 6 is a plan view of a second torso element of the reversible shirt;

FIG. 7 is a plan view of an arm element of the reversible shirt; and

FIG. 8 is an elevational view of a seam configuration that may be utilized in joining the elements of the reversible shirt.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Claims

What is claimed is:

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

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.