INVESTIGATION OF A CITIZEN ABOVE SUSPICION (VHS COVER) Crewneck Sweatshirt - Design Description
This crewneck sweatshirt showcases a design inspired by the iconic VHS cover art for the film Investigation of a Citizen Above Suspicion. The artwork draws heavily on the visual language commonly associated with the film's various releases, capturing its core themes of mystery, suspicion, and the blurring of lines between law and crime.
Design Elements and Interpretations
The primary visual element is a striking rendition of the "Criterion Collection style" cover. A prominent fingerprint dominates the design, echoing the suspenseful narrative of the film where evidence plays a key role. This imagery immediately establishes the sense of intrigue and investigation that is central to the movie’s plot.
Complementing the fingerprint, a serious, almost stoic face hints at the film's unsettling exploration of power and corruption. The juxtaposition of the fingerprint (representing potential guilt or evidence) with the character's expression (suggesting composure or possibly, deception) sets the tone for the film's thematic exploration of the nature of the self in the face of accusation.
The design’s use of negative space contributes to its minimalist aesthetic, mirroring the clean, often stark visual style of the film's promotional art. The layout focuses the viewer’s attention, echoing the film's themes of tension and hidden truths. The artwork serves as an evocative visual reminder of the film's psychological depth and complex examination of justice.
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
