This piece started with a basic long-sleeve shirt pattern, the kind of everyday silhouette we all know. From there, I started sketching out how I wanted the panels to move across the body — not just functional seams, but shapes that could guide the eye and enhance movement.
Once the design was mapped out, I deconstructed the entire pattern, breaking it into new pieces that flowed with the body’s natural lines. Using a rib-knitted fabric gave the shirt its compressive and flexible nature — it holds shape but still adapts perfectly to movement.
I decided to mix black and a desaturated blue, cutting and joining the panels so they formed subtle contrasts. The color blocking and panel flow give it a sporty, almost superhero-like feel, without losing the minimal edge I always aim for.
The result is a shirt that feels technical yet understated — fitted, comfortable, and visually dynamic. It’s a reinterpretation of something simple, turned into something more sculpted and alive through fabric, fit, and construction.
