The Chicago Gang Book Page 346 - Crewneck Sweatshirt: Design Overview
This crewneck sweatshirt's design draws inspiration from the controversial "Chicago Gang Book," specifically focusing on the idea of information and its potential for misrepresentation. The artwork doesn't attempt to reproduce any specific content from the book, such as gang profiles or identifiers. Instead, it offers a visual commentary on the complex nature of such information.
Visual Elements & Symbolism
The central element of the design is a stylized representation of a partially obscured page, suggesting page 346 of a book. The page is deliberately blurred or partially faded, hinting at the lack of definitive clarity and the inherent uncertainty surrounding the information contained within the Gang Book. Overlaid on the page are elements hinting at data and potentially dangerous misrepresentation. The design uses fonts and styles suggesting the book's contents, and the blurring is meant to show the danger in a lack of clarity.
The design utilizes a restrained color palette, potentially incorporating grayscale or muted tones to emphasize the seriousness and complexity of the subject matter. The overall effect is meant to be thought-provoking rather than celebratory or definitive. The design prompts the viewer to contemplate the nature of information, its potential impact, and the importance of critical thinking when encountering complex or sensitive data.
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
