Diocese of El Paso - Crewneck Sweatshirt
Design Overview
The primary design of this crewneck sweatshirt centers around a stylized representation of the Diocese of El Paso. The artwork incorporates elements that reflect the region's unique cultural and religious identity.
Central Emblem
The core visual element is a prominent depiction of St. Patrick Cathedral, the seat of the bishop and the heart of the diocese. The cathedral is rendered in a classic architectural style, conveying a sense of historical significance and enduring faith. Its placement at the center symbolizes the cathedral's role as the central church of the diocese.
Borderland Imagery
Subtle nods to the U.S.-Mexico border are integrated into the design, perhaps through visual cues or stylistic elements. These elements can include simplified mountain ranges or a stylized outline of the border region. This evokes the diocese's geographic context and its ministry to those who live in the borderlands. This may also be represented through a unique blending of traditional religious imagery with symbols reflecting the local Hispanic and Mexican-American communities.
Color Palette and Symbolism
The color palette is chosen to represent both the religious and geographical landscape. Expect to see use of colors symbolic of faith, such as hues of gold, white and blue, reflecting the church's traditional symbolism. Additionally, the colors may incorporate earth tones and warm shades reminiscent of the desert landscapes of western Texas, further grounding the design in its specific locale.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
