ULTRAVIOLET UNIVERSAL (VHS COVER) Design
This crewneck sweatshirt features a design inspired by the nostalgic era of VHS tapes and the brief digital dawn of UltraViolet. The artwork playfully juxtaposes the tangible and the intangible, the physical and the digital, reflecting on a time when media consumption was rapidly evolving.
Visual Elements
The central element is a stylized, bold graphic reminiscent of a classic VHS cover. The design incorporates strong vertical lines and a distressed, textured effect, evoking the look and feel of well-loved video cassettes. Dominating the design is a prominent title, rendered in a retro, blocky font, reminiscent of VHS cover art from the 80s and 90s.
Interwoven within the design are subtle references to UltraViolet. The color palette incorporates vibrant purples and blues, subtly suggesting the digital domain of UltraViolet. These colors are contrasted against the more muted, aged tones of the VHS-inspired elements, highlighting the collision of old and new media formats.
Meaning and Symbolism
The design serves as a commentary on the fleeting nature of technology and the persistent allure of physical media. The VHS cover imagery embodies nostalgia for a time when media was tangible and ownership was straightforward. The inclusion of "UltraViolet" – a digital cloud locker system – ironically references a time when digital media ownership was more complex.
The juxtaposition of the two elements – VHS and UltraViolet – evokes a sense of both the past and the future of media consumption. It questions the concept of "universal" in a world of ever-changing formats and technologies, hinting at the ephemeral and ever-evolving nature of how we consume content.
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
