Upper garment prop with facial image

Abstract

An upper garment with an integrated facial image is designed for hands-free transformation into a face-covering prop for entertainment and other applications. The upper garment features an inverted facial image on its inner surface, positioned to align with the wearer's face when the lower edge is pulled over the wearer's head. Features can include a mouth slot for improved breathability and communication, and translucent coverings over the eye region for enhanced visibility. The upper garment allows free arm movement and maintains underarm coverage, offering versatility and practicality for performances, pranks, and interactive events. The design eliminates the need for separate handheld props, ensuring seamless integration into performances and increasing audience engagement. The upper garment can be implemented in shirts, sweaters, or jackets for diverse applications.

Description

SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTUPPER GARMENT PROP WITH FACIAL IMAGEInventor: Kenji YoshiokaApplicant: Space Age USA, Inc.TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] This invention relates to apparel; more particularly, to an upper garment with integrated facial image for use as a prop.BACKGROUND ART

[0002] Apparel with integrated facial images designed for use as masks combines functional utility with aesthetic and expressive elements. These garments feature a facial image, can provide a convenient and integrated solution for face covering for purposes such as entertainment. By embedding facial imagery, these garments offer enhanced visual appeal, enabling wearers to adopt alternate personas or artistic expressions while maintaining a practical face-covering solution. The utility of such apparel extends to various industries, including entertainment, sports, and personal protection, highlighting the versatility of the design.

[0003] One example includes Japanese Patent JP201835483 that teaches an upper garment with a facial image disposed on the inner surface in an inverted state. The wear can pull the upper garment and cover their face to display the facial imaged disposed on the inner surface.SUMMARY OF INVENTIONTechnical Problem

[0004] Current upper garments like JP201835483 have issues when being used. The wearer’s arms must hold and maintain the upper garment in the elevated state to properly align with facial image with the wearer’s face. This prevents the wearer from using their arms for other purposes during the performance

[0005] Furthermore, vision is heavily obscured that the wearer cannot safely move around. Ease of breathing and communicating with the audience is also obstructed by current upper garments currently available.Solution to ProblemSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0006] In one solution, an upper garment comprises a facial image disposed on an inner surface at a front side. The facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region both surrounded by a facial periphery. The facial image is in an inverted position such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and a head aperture of the upper garment while in a conventional state. Each portion of the mouth region is disposed on a lower section of the upper garment, wherein the lower section is disposed below a boundary formed by a first underarm region and a second underarm region. With the facial image disposed in such a position, a wearer can cover their face handsfree.

[0007] In another solution, an upper garment comprises the facial image disposed on the inner surface having the eye region and the mouth region both surrounded by the facial periphery. The upper garment further comprises a mouth slot disposed on the facial image at the mouth region wherein the mouth region extends through upper garment to improve breathability and communication.

[0008] In another solution, an upper garment comprises the facial image disposed on the inner surface having the eye region and the mouth region both surrounded by the facial periphery. The upper garment further comprises one or more translucent coverings disposed on the facial image at the eye region. At least one of the one body portion or the facial image comprises a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent covering comprises a second fabric translucency wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency to improve visibility.Advantageous Effects of Invention

[0009] The device serves as a prop designed to enhance audience engagement and interest by enabling a person to instantly transform their appearance to resemble another individual, animal, or character. This transformation is achieved without requiring the individual to hold a separate item, such as a mask or small tool, making the experience seamless and surprising for the audience. Certain features including mouth slot and translucent covering improve visibility and communication of the wearer.

[0010] In scenarios such as performances, pranks, or interactive events, the device allows the user to execute tricks or stunts that elicit reactions from the crowd. For example, a person can surprise or amuse an audience by quickly altering their face to display a different expression, character, or persona, such as a smiling or startling face.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0011] By eliminating the need for handheld props, this device heightens the element of surprise and unpredictability, creating a more immersive and engaging experience for the audience. The hands-free design also allows the user to maintain full mobility and interact freely, further enhancing the performance and increasing audience interest.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Other features, combinations, and embodiments will be appreciated by one having the ordinary level of skill in the art of apparel upon a thorough review of the following details and descriptions, particularly when reviewed in conjunction with the drawings, wherein:

[0013] FIG.1 shows a front view of an upper garment in accordance with a first illustrated embodiment;

[0014] FIG.2A shows a front view of the upper garment with a partially lifted lower edge according to the first illustrated embodiment;

[0015] FIG.2B shows a front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the first illustrated embodiment;

[0016] FIG.3A shows a front view of the upper garment in a deployed state according to the first illustrated embodiment;

[0017] FIG.3B shows a side view of the upper garment in a deployed state according to the first illustrated embodiment;

[0018] FIG.4A shows a front view of the upper garment in accordance with a second illustrated embodiment;

[0019] FIG.4B shows a front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the second illustrated embodiment;

[0020] FIG.5 A shows a front view of the upper garment in accordance with a third illustrated embodiment;

[0021] FIG.5B shows a front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the third illustrated embodiment;

[0022] FIG.6 A shows a front view of the upper garment in accordance with a fourth illustrated embodiment;

[0023] FIG.6B shows a front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the fourth illustrated embodiment;SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0024] FIG.7 A shows a front view of the upper garment in accordance with a fifth illustrated embodiment; and

[0025] FIG.7B shows a front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the fifth illustrated embodiment.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] For purposes of explanation and not limitation, details and descriptions of certain preferred embodiments are hereinafter provided such that one having ordinary skill in the art may be enabled to make and use the invention. These details and descriptions are representative only of certain preferred embodiments, however, a myriad of other embodiments which will not be expressly described will be readily understood by one having skill in the art upon a thorough review of the instant disclosure. Accordingly, any reviewer of the instant disclosure should interpret the scope of the invention only by the claims, as such scope is not intended to be limited by the embodiments described and illustrated herein.

[0027] For purposes herein, the term “underarm” means the area of the wearer, where the underside of the arm meets the body and is often known as the armpit.

[0028] The term “head backside” means any portion of the head including top and rear areas.

[0029] The term "fabric translucency" refers to the amount of light a fabric allows to pass through. Greater fabric translucency enables greater clarity. It can be achieved, for example, by selecting specific materials, using thinner fabrics, incorporating looser and more open weave styles, using finer threads, or by any other methods known to those skilled in the art.

[0030] There term “disposed at” in regards to the mouth slot and the translucent covering means at least a portion of the mouth slot and the translucent covering overlaps with at least a portion of the mouth region or eye region, respectively.

[0031] Unless explicitly defined herein, terms are to be construed in accordance with the plain and ordinary meaning as would be appreciated by one having skill in the art.General Description of Embodiments

[0032] In one general embodiment an upper garment is disclosed. The upper garment comprises a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section, as well as a first sleeve and a second sleeve, each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge is disposed on the upper section, forming a head aperture that is configured to surround a wearer’s neck when the upperSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTgarment is worn. A lower edge is disposed on the lower section, creating a bottom opening that is configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when the upper garment is worn. The upper garment further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’ s upper body when the upper garment is worn. It also comprises a front side and a back side opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be positioned on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn, while the back side is configured to be positioned on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn. Additionally, a first underarm region is disposed at the junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region is disposed at the junction of the second sleeve and the body portion. A boundary formed by these underarm regions separates the upper section from the lower section of the body portion. A facial image is disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment, specifically on the front side. This facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region, both surrounded by a facial periphery. The facial image is in an inverted position such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while the garment is in a conventional state, wherein each portion of the mouth region is disposed on the lower section. The garment is also configured to transition into a deployed state. In this state, the lower edge of the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over the wearer’ s head backside, covering the wearer’s face and exposing the facial image on the inner surface. While in this deployed state, the wearer’s arms remain free to move, and the upper garment covers the wearer’s underarms. The facial periphery of the facial image becomes externally viewable in the deployed state. Additionally, a mouth slot is disposed on the facial image at the mouth region, the mouth slot extending through both the outer and inner surfaces of the upper garment. The mouth slot further comprises a closure mechanism. Additionally, one or more translucent coverings are disposed on the facial image at the eye region, wherein either the body portion or the facial image comprises a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings comprises a second fabric translucency. The second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency.

[0033] In some embodiments, each portion of the facial periphery may be disposed on the upper section of the body portion.

[0034] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may comprise at least one of a zipper, a hook-and-loop fastener, a button, static clinging material, or adhesive.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0035] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may further comprise one or more cutouts, with the one or more translucent coverings disposed over the one or more cutouts.

[0036] In some embodiments, the upper garment may further comprise a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

[0037] In another general embodiment, an upper garment is disclosed. The upper garment includes a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section. A first sleeve and a second sleeve are each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge is disposed on the upper section, forming a head aperture configured to surround a wearer’s neck when the garment is worn. A lower edge is disposed on the lower section, forming a bottom opening configured to surround at or near the wearer’ s waist when the garment is worn. The garment further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’s upper body when worn. It also comprises a front side and a back side opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be disposed on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when worn, while the back side is configured to be disposed on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when worn. A first underarm region is disposed at the junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region is disposed at the junction of the second sleeve and the body portion, wherein a boundary formed by these underarm regions separates the upper section and the lower section of the body portion. A facial image is disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment at the front side. The facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region, both surrounded by a facial periphery, and is positioned in an inverted orientation such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture while the garment is in a conventional state. The garment is further configured to transition into a deployed state, in which the lower edge of the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over the wearer’s head backside, covering the wearer’s face and exposing the facial image on the inner surface. While in the deployed state, the wearer’s arms remain free to move, and the garment covers the wearer’s underarms. Each portion of the facial periphery of the facial image is externally viewable while in the deployed state.

[0038] In some embodiments, each portion of the mouth region may be disposed on the upper section of the body portion.

[0039] In some embodiments, each portion of the facial periphery may be disposed on theSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTupper section of the body portion.

[0040] In some embodiments, a mouth slot may be disposed on the upper garment, wherein the mouth slot extends through both the outer surface and the inner surface.

[0041] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be disposed on the facial image.

[0042] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be disposed on the mouth region of the facial image.

[0043] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may further comprise a closure mechanism configured to close the mouth slot.

[0044] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may comprise at least one of a zipper, a hook-and-loop fastener, a button, static clinging material, or adhesive.

[0045] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state, the mouth slot covers the wearer’s mouth, allowing for improved breathing and speaking.

[0046] In some embodiments, one or more translucent coverings may be disposed on at least one of the body portion or the facial image.

[0047] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may comprise a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings may comprise a second fabric translucency, wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency.

[0048] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may further comprise one or more cutouts, with the one or more translucent coverings disposed over the one or more cutouts.

[0049] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be disposed on the eye region of the facial image.

[0050] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be positioned on the facial image such that, while in the deployed state, the one or more translucent coverings are positioned over the wearer’s eyes, allowing for improved visibility.

[0051] In some embodiments, the upper garment may further comprise at least one of a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

[0052] In another general embodiment, an upper garment is disclosed. The garment includes a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section. A first sleeve and aSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTsecond sleeve are coupled to the body portion. The garment also comprises an upper edge on the upper section that forms a head aperture, which is configured to surround a wearer’s neck when worn, and a lower edge on the lower section configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when worn. The garment further comprises an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the inner surface is configured to make contact with the wearer’s upper body during use. The garment has a front side and a back side opposite the front side, wherein the front side is configured to be disposed on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment worn, and the back side is configured to be disposed on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn. A first underarm region is disposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region is disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion. Together, these underarm regions form a boundary separating the upper section and the lower section of the body portion. A facial image is disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment at the front side. The facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region, both surrounded by a facial periphery, and is positioned in an inverted orientation such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture while the garment is in a conventional state.

[0053] In some embodiments the upper garment may be further configured to comprise a deployed state, in which the lower edge of the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over the wearer’s head backside, covering the wearer’s face and exposing the facial image on the inner surface. While in the deployed state, the wearer’ s arms remain free to move, and the upper garment covers the wearer’ s underarms. Each portion of the facial periphery of the facial image is externally viewable while in the deployed state.

[0054] In some embodiments, each portion of the facial periphery may be disposed on the upper section.

[0055] In some embodiments, a mouth slot may be disposed on the upper garment, wherein the mouth slot extends through the outer surface and inner surface.

[0056] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be disposed on the facial image.

[0057] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be disposed on the mouth region of the facial image.

[0058] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may further comprise a closure mechanism for closing the mouth slot.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0059] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may comprise at least one of a zipper, a hook-and-loop fastener, a button, static clinging material, or adhesive.

[0060] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be positioned on the facial image so that, when the upper garment is in the deployed state, the mouth slot covers the wearer’s mouth for improved breathing and speaking.

[0061] In some embodiments, the upper garment may include one or more translucent coverings on at least one of the body portion or the facial image.

[0062] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may comprise a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings may comprise a second fabric translucency, wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency.

[0063] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may further comprise one or more cutouts, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed over the one or more cutouts.

[0064] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be disposed on the eye region of the facial image.

[0065] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the one or more translucent coverings are positioned over the wearer’s eyes for improved visibility.

[0066] In another general embodiment, a method for deploying an enhanced apparel by a wearer is disclosed. The method comprises the following steps: grasping a lower edge of an upper garment at a front side thereof; pulling the lower edge of the front side upwards and over the wearer’s face; exposing a facial image disposed on an inner surface of the upper garment; aligning the facial image with the wearer’s face; and wrapping the lower edge to a head backside of the wearer.

[0067] In some aspects, the underarms of the wearer may be maintained covered while the lower edge is wrapped to the head backside.

[0068] In some aspects, the arms of the wearer may be uncovered by the body portion of the upper garment and may be free to move while the upper garment is deployed.

[0069] In some aspects, the facial image further comprising a facial periphery, wherein each portion of the facial periphery may be externally viewable while the lower edge is wrappedSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTto the wearer’s head backside.

[0070] In some aspects, the method may further comprise opening a mouth slot disposed on the upper garment for improved breathing and speaking.

[0071] In some aspects, the method may further comprise aligning one or more translucent coverings disposed on the upper garment to the wearer’s eyes.

[0072] In some aspects, the upper garment may further comprise a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

[0073] In another general embodiment an upper garment is disclosed. The upper garment comprises a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section, as well as a first sleeve and a second sleeve, each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge is disposed on the upper section, forming a head aperture that is configured to surround a wearer’s neck when the upper garment is worn. A lower edge is disposed on the lower section, creating a bottom opening that is configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when the upper garment is worn. The upper garment further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’ s upper body when the upper garment is worn. It also comprises a front side and a back side opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be positioned on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn, while the back side is configured to be positioned on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn. Additionally, a first underarm region is disposed at the junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region is disposed at the junction of the second sleeve and the body portion. A boundary formed by these underarm regions separates the upper section from the lower section of the body portion. A facial image is disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment, specifically on the front side. This facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region, both surrounded by a facial periphery. The facial image is in an inverted position such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while the garment is in a conventional state. Additionally, a mouth slot is disposed on the upper garment wherein the mouth slot extends through the outer surface and inner surface.

[0074] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be disposed on the mouth region of the facial image.

[0075] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may further comprise a closure mechanismSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTfor closing the mouth slot.

[0076] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may comprise at least one of a zipper, hook-and-loop fastener, button, static clinging, or adhesive.

[0077] In some embodiments, the mouth slot may be positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the mouth slot covers the wearer’s mouth for improved breathing and speaking.

[0078] In some embodiments, the upper garment may further comprise a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

[0079] In another general embodiment an upper garment is disclosed. The upper garment comprises a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section, as well as a first sleeve and a second sleeve, each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge is disposed on the upper section, forming a head aperture that is configured to surround a wearer’s neck when the upper garment is worn. A lower edge is disposed on the lower section, creating a bottom opening that is configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when the upper garment is worn. The upper garment further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’ s upper body when the upper garment is worn. It also comprises a front side and a back side opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be positioned on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn, while the back side is configured to be positioned on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when the upper garment is worn. Additionally, a first underarm region is disposed at the junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region is disposed at the junction of the second sleeve and the body portion. A boundary formed by these underarm regions separates the upper section from the lower section of the body portion. A facial image is disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment, specifically on the front side. This facial image comprises an eye region and a mouth region, both surrounded by a facial periphery. The facial image is in an inverted position such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while the garment is in a conventional state. Additionally, one or more translucent coverings are disposed on at least one of the body portion or the facial image.

[0080] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may comprise a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings may comprise a second fabric translucency, wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabricSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTtranslucency.

[0081] In some embodiments, at least one of the body portion or the facial image may further comprise one or more cutouts, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed over the one or more cutouts.

[0082] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be disposed on the eye region of the facial image.

[0083] In some embodiments, the one or more translucent coverings may be positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the one or more translucent coverings are positioned over the wearer’s eyes for improved visibility.

[0084] Each of the components of the upper garment and related system described herein may be manufactured and / or assembled in accordance with the conventional knowledge and level of a person having skill in the art.

[0085] While various details, features, combinations are described in the illustrated embodiments, one having skill in the art will appreciate a myriad of possible alternative combinations and arrangements of the features disclosed herein. As such, the descriptions are intended to be enabling only, and non-limiting. Instead, the spirit and scope of the invention is set forth in the appended claims.First Illustrated Embodiment

[0086] Now turning to the drawings, FIG.1 shows a front view of an upper garment (110) in a conventional state (101) in accordance with a first illustrated embodiment. The upper garment includes a body portion (124) that comprises an upper section (125) and a lower section (126). The body portion is designed with a first sleeve (115) and a second sleeve (116), each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge (120) of the upper garment is disposed on the upper section of the body portion and forms a head aperture (121) configured to surround a wearer’s neck (not shown) when the upper garment is worn. A lower edge (122) of the upper garment is disposed on the lower section of the body portion and forms a bottom opening (123) near the of wearer’s waist (not shown) when the upper garment is worn. The upper garment further comprises an inner surface (111) and an outer surface (112), with the inner surface configured to contact the wearer’s upper body (not shown) when worn. The upper garment further comprises a front side (113) and a back side (not shown) opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be disposed on a frontal portion (not shown) of the wearer’s upper body when worn, and the back side is configured to beSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTdisposed on a backside (not shown) of the wearer’s upper body when worn. The upper garment further comprises a first underarm region (117) disposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region (118) disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion, wherein a boundary (119) formed by the first underarm region and the second underarm region separates the upper section and the lower section. This boundary, illustrated in the figures as a dashed line, is an imaginary line that may not be visible and may serve merely to distinguish the upper section of the body portion from the lower section of the body portion.

[0087] An upper garment (110) features a facial image (130) disposed on an inner surface (111) of the upper garment at a front side (113) thereof. The facial image comprises an eye region (132) and a mouth region (133), which are both surrounded by a facial periphery (134). The facial image is disposed in an inverted position (131), where the mouth region is located between the eye region and the head aperture (121) of the upper garment, while the upper garment is in a conventional state (101). In the conventional state, each portion of the mouth region is disposed on a lower section (126), while some of the facial periphery is disposed on an upper section (125) of a body portion (124). The placement of the facial image in the inverted position is specifically designed to facilitate its optimal alignment with the wearer’s face (not shown), when the upper garment is in the deployed state (not shown).

[0088] A dashed line illustrating a boundary (119) between an upper section (125) and a lower section (126) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, dashed lines showing a facial image (130), a mouth region (133) and an eye region (132) on an inner surface (not shown), while viewing the outer surface (112) are for illustrative purposes and most embodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.

[0089] FIG.2A shows a front view of an upper garment (110) in a conventional state (101) with a lower edge (122) partially lifted, in accordance with the first illustrated embodiment. The lifted lower edge reveals an eye region (132) of a facial image (130) located on an inner surface (111) of the upper garment. FIG.2B illustrates a front view of the upper garment (110) turned inside out.

[0090] A dashed line illustrating a boundary (119) between an upper section (125) and a lower section (126) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, dashed lines showing a facial image (130), a mouth region (133) on an inner surface (Hl), while viewing the outer surface (112) are for illustrative purposes and mostSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTembodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.

[0091] FIG.3A-3B shows an upper garment (110) in a deployed state (102) according to the first illustrated embodiment. A method of deployment of the upper garment is demonstrated. A lower edge (122) of the upper garment at a front side (113) is grasped and pulled upwards and over a wearer’s face (147), exposing a facial image (130) disposed on an inner surface (111) of the upper garment. The facial image is aligned with the wearer’s face and the lower edge is wrapped around the wearer’s head backside (148). In a deployed state, while the lower edge of the upper garment is wrapped over the wearer’s head backside, covering the wearer’s face with the facial image of the inner surface, underarms (145) of the wearer remain covered by the upper garment. A first arm (143) and a second arm (144) of the wearer are uncovered by the body portion of the upper garment and are free to move while the upper garment is deployed. While the upper garment is in a deployed state and the lower edge is wrapped to the wearer’s head backside, each portion of the facial periphery is externally viewable. The figure also shows a mouth region (133) and an eye region (132) disposed on the facial image and surrounded by a facial periphery (134), and configured to be positioned over the wearer’ s mouth and eyes respectively when the upper garment is in the deployed state.Second Illustrated Embodiment

[0092] FIG.4A-4B illustrate a front view of an upper garment (210) in accordance with a second illustrated embodiment. The upper garment includes a body portion (224) that comprises an upper section (225) and a lower section (226). The body portion is designed with a first sleeve (215) and a second sleeve (216), each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge (220) of the upper garment is disposed on the upper section of the body portion and forms a head aperture (221) configured to surround a wearer’s neck (not shown) when the upper garment is worn. A lower edge (222) of the upper garment is disposed on the lower section of the body portion and forms a bottom opening (223) near the of wearer’s waist (not shown) when the upper garment is worn. The upper garment further comprises an inner surface (211) and an outer surface (212), with the inner surface configured to contact the wearer’s upper body (not shown) when worn. The upper garment further comprises a front side (213) and a back side (not shown) opposite the front side. The front side is configured to be disposed on a frontal portion (not shown) of the wearer’s upper body when worn, and the back side is configured to be disposed on a backside (not shown) of the wearer’s upper body when worn. The upper garment further comprises a first underarm region (217)SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTdisposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region (218) disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion, wherein a boundary (219) formed by the first underarm region and the second underarm region separates the upper section and the lower section. This boundary, illustrated in the figures as a dashed line, is an imaginary line that may not be visible and may serve merely to distinguish the upper section of the body portion from the lower section of the body portion.

[0093] An upper garment (210) features a facial image (230) disposed on an inner surface (211) of the upper garment at a front side (213). The facial image comprises an eye region (232) and a mouth region (233), which are both surrounded by a facial periphery (234). The facial image is disposed in an inverted position (231), where the mouth region is located between the eye region and a head aperture (221) of the upper garment, while the upper garment is in a conventional state (201). In the conventional state, each portion of the mouth region is disposed on the lower section, while some of the facial periphery is disposed on the upper section of the body portion. The placement of the facial image in the inverted position is specifically designed to facilitate its optimal alignment with the wearer’s face (not shown), when the upper garment is in the deployed state (not shown).

[0094] One feature of FIG.4A-4B is a mouth slot (250) disposed at a mouth region of a facial image (230). The mouth slot is configured to be positioned over a wearer’s mouth when an upper garment (210) is in a deployed state (not shown) and covering the wearer’s face (not shown), and to allow the wearer breathe and speak more comfortably in the deployed state. The mouth slot extends through an outer surface (212) and an inner surface (211), and is equipped with a closure mechanism (not shown). The closure mechanism may comprise a zipper, hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, static cling, adhesive and similar materials. These mechanisms allow the slot to be securely closed when not in use.

[0095] While both FIG.4A and FIG.4B show a front view of an upper garment (210) in a conventional state (201), FIG.4B illustrates the front view of the upper garment reversed inside out according to the second illustrated embodiment. Nevertheless, in both figures a facial periphery (234) is positioned on a lower section (226) of a body portion (224), ensuring optimal placement of a facial image (230) for deployment.

[0096] In some embodiments variations in the placement of a mouth slot (250) are possible. In some embodiments the mouth slot may be located on other parts of a facial imageSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT(230). In other embodiments, the mouth slot may not be positioned on the facial image at all and instead may be located on another area of a body portion (224).

[0097] A dashed line illustrating a boundary (219) between an upper section (225) and a lower section (226) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, dashed lines showing a facial image (230), a mouth region (233) and an eye region (232) on an inner surface (211), while viewing the outer surface (212) are for illustrative purposes and most embodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.Third Illustrated Embodiment

[0098] FIG.5 A shows a front view of an upper garment (310) in a conventional state (301) in accordance with a third illustrated embodiment, highlighting the inclusion of translucent coverings (360) positioned within an eye region (332) of a facial image (330). One or more translucent coverings are placed over the eye region of the facial image, with the translucency of these coverings greater than that of the upper garment (310) fabric. In the illustrated embodiment, the translucent covering comprises a single piece covering both eyes. In other embodiments, translucent coverings may be positioned in different areas, including outside the eye region, within other areas of the facial image, as well as outside a facial periphery (334). A body portion (324) of the upper garment comprises a first fabric translucency (362), while the translucent covering has a second fabric translucency (363), wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency. These translucent coverings are configured to enhance a wearer’s (not shown) vision by providing increased visibility through the material, when the upper garment is in a deployed state (not shown), as well as maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the facial image.

[0099] Two primary manufacturing methods can be employed for integrating a translucent covering (360) into an upper garment (310): (i) In the first method, a facial image (330) is printed onto an inner surface (311) of the upper garment, after which cutouts (361) are formed in an eye region (332). The translucent covering is then affixed to either the inner surface or an outer surface (312) of the upper garment, and eye artwork may optionally be reapplied over the translucent covering for aesthetics and consistency of the facial image, (ii) In the second method, the facial image is manufactured separately as a distinct textile component. Cutouts are made in the eye region, and the translucent covering is integrated into these cutouts. Subsequently, a cutout is made in the upper garment at the body portion (324) and the facial image is applied with the translucent covering disposed over the body portion cutouts.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0100] A facial image (330) may be applied to an inner surface (311) of an upper garment (310) through different methods, such as being drawn on, printed, sewn, or attached as a separate component. The artwork used to illustrate a facial image is for illustrative purposes and can feature various styles, including depictions of individuals, animals, or characters, created as artwork or photographs.

[0101] FIG.5B provides a front view of an upper garment (310) reversed inside out, in accordance with a third illustrated embodiment, further illustrating the configuration of translucent coverings (360) within an eye region (332) of a facial image (330). This reversed view further illustrates the structural arrangement of the translucent covering, which is affixed to either an inner surface (311) or an outer surface (312) of the upper garment.

[0102] A dashed line illustrating the boundary between an upper section (325) and a lower section (326) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, dashed lines showing a facial image (330) and a mouth region (333) on an inner surface (311), while viewing the outer surface (312) are for illustrative purposes and most embodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.Fourth Illustrated Embodiment

[0103] FIG. 6A illustrates a front view of an upper garment (410) in a conventional state (401) in accordance with a fourth illustrated embodiment, featuring translucent coverings (460) individually positioned within each eye region (432) of a facial image (430). Unlike FIG.5 A, where a single translucent covering spans both eyes, this embodiment incorporates separate translucent coverings for each eye region. Similar to previous embodiments, the translucency of these coverings is greater than that of the upper garment fabric, ensuring enhanced visibility for a wearer (not shown) while maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the facial image. A body portion (424) of the upper garment comprises a first fabric translucency (462), while the translucent coverings have a second fabric translucency (463), wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first one. This configuration allows the wearer improved vision through the translucent coverings when the upper garment is in a deployed state (not shown). As shown, the translucent coverings are located in the eye region of the facial image, but in other embodiments, the translucent coverings may be positioned in different areas of the facial image or outside a facial periphery (434).

[0104] FIG.6B provides a front view of an upper garment (410) reversed inside out, according to the fourth illustrated embodiment. This view further illustrates the structuralSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTarrangement of translucent coverings (460), which are affixed to either an inner surface (411) or an outer surface (412) of the upper garment.

[0105] As with FIG.5A and FIG.5B, two primary manufacturing methods may be employed to integrate the translucent coverings into an upper garment (410) in this embodiment: (i) In the first method, a facial image (430) is printed onto an inner surface (411) of the upper garment, and cutouts (461) are formed at an eye region (432). Translucent coverings are then applied to either the inner surface or an outer surface (412) of the upper garment, and eye artwork may optionally be reapplied over the translucent coverings for aesthetic consistency, (ii) In the second method, the facial image is created separately as a distinct textile component. Cutouts are made in the eye region, and the translucent coverings are integrated into the cutouts. The facial image, with its translucent coverings, is then applied over the corresponding cutout in a body portion (424) of the upper garment.

[0106] A facial image (430) may be applied to an inner surface (411) of an upper garment (410) through different methods, such as being drawn on, printed, sewn, or attached as a separate component. The artwork used to illustrate a facial image is for illustrative purposes and can feature various styles, including depictions of individuals, animals, or characters, created as artwork or photographs.

[0107] A dashed line illustrating the boundary between an upper section (425) and a lower section (426) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, dashed lines showing a facial image (430) and a mouth region (433) on an inner surface (411), while viewing the outer surface (412) are for illustrative purposes and most embodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.Fi fth Illustrated Embodiment

[0108] FIG. 7A shows a front view of an upper garment (510) in accordance with a fifth illustrated embodiment, highlighting the integration of multiple features. The upper garment includes a body portion (524) comprising an upper section (525) and a lower section (526), each separated by a boundary (519) formed at the junction of a first underarm region (517) and a second underarm region (518), wherein the boundary is represented by a dashed line. The upper garment includes a first sleeve (515) and a second sleeve (516), each coupled to the body portion. An upper edge (520) of the upper garment is disposed on the upper section of the body portion and forms a head aperture (521) configured to surround a wearer’s neck (not shown) when worn, while a lowerSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTedge (522) of the upper garment is disposed on the lower section of the body portion and forms a bottom opening (523) near the wearer’s waist (not shown). The upper garment further comprises an inner surface (511) and an outer surface (512), with the inner surface configured to contact the wearer’s upper body (not shown) when worn. The upper garment further comprises a front side (513) and a back side (not shown) opposite the front side.

[0109] On the inner surface of an upper garment (510), a facial image (530) is disposed at a front side (513). The facial image comprises an eye region (532) and a mouth region (533), which are both surrounded by a facial periphery (534). In a conventional state (501), the facial image is in an inverted position (531), with the mouth region located on the lower section (526) and above an eye region. The placement of the facial image in the inverted position is specifically designed to facilitate its optimal alignment with the wearer’s face (not shown), when the upper garment is in the deployed state (not shown).

[0110] This embodiment further comprises a mouth slot (550) is positioned within a mouth region (533) of a facial image (530). The mouth slot extends through an inner surface (511) and an outer surface (512) of an upper garment (510), and is configured to be positioned over a wearer’ s mouth when the upper garment is in a deployed state (not shown) and covering the wearer’s face (now shown), and to facilitate the wearer’s ability to breathe and speak more comfortably in the deployed state. The mouth slot is equipped with a closure mechanism (not shown), which may include a zipper, hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, static cling, or adhesive, allowing the slot to be securely closed when not in use.

[0111] This embodiment further comprises translucent coverings (560) positioned within an eye region (532) of a facial image (530). One or more translucent coverings are placed over the eye region of the facial image. The translucent coverings are configured to comprise a second fabric translucency (563), which is greater than a first fabric translucency (562) of a body portion (524), to allow the wearer to see clearly through the material, when an upper garment (510) is in a deployed state (not shown). In the illustrated embodiment, the translucent covering comprises a single piece covering both eyes. In alternative embodiments separate coverings may be used for each eye. In yet other embodiments, translucent coverings may be positioned in other areas of the facial image or outside a facial periphery (534).

[0112] FIG.7B provides a front view of an upper garment (510) reversed inside out in accordance with the fifth illustrated embodiment. This view further illustrates the placement andSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTstructural arrangement of translucent coverings (560) and a mouth slot (550). It emphasizes that the translucent coverings (560) can be affixed to either an inner surface (511) or an outer surface (512) of the upper garment. Likewise, the closure mechanism (551) for the mouth slot can be affixed to and accessible by either the inner surface or the outer surface.

[0113] A dashed line illustrating the boundary between an upper section (525) and a lower section (526) is for reference purposes and may not be a physical feature of an upper garment. Similarly, a dashed line showing a facial image (530) on an inner surface (511), while viewing the outer surface (512) is for illustrative purposes and most embodiments do not have visible markings on the outer surface.

[0114] Manufacturing methods for this embodiment are similar to those described in previous embodiments, (i) In the first method, a facial image (530) is printed onto an inner surface (511) of an upper garment (510), after which cutouts (561) are formed in an eye region (532). A translucent covering is then affixed to either the inner surface or an outer surface (512) of the upper garment, and eye artwork may optionally be reapplied over the translucent covering for aesthetics and consistency of the facial image, (ii) In another method, the facial image is manufactured as a separate textile component. Cutouts are created in the eye region, and the translucent covering is integrated into these cutouts. Subsequently, a cutout is made in the upper garment at a body portion (524) and the facial image is applied with the translucent covering disposed over the body portion cutouts.

[0115] A facial image (530) may be applied to an inner surface (511) of an upper garment (510) through different methods, such as being drawn on, printed, sewn, or attached as a separate component. The artwork used to illustrate a facial image is for illustrative purposes and can feature various styles, including depictions of individuals, animals, or characters, created as artwork or photographs.INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY

[0116] The device serves as a prop designed to enhance audience engagement and interest by enabling a person to instantly transform their appearance to resemble another individual, animal, or character. This transformation is achieved without requiring the individual to hold a separate item, such as a mask or small tool, making the experience seamless and surprising for the audience.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTFeature List

[0001] enhanced apparel (100; 200; 300; 400; 500)

[0002] conventional state (101; 201; 301; 401; 501)

[0003] deployed state (102)

[0004] upper garment (110; 210; 310; 410; 510)

[0005] inner surface (111; 211; 311; 411; 511)

[0006] outer surface (112; 212; 312; 412; 512)

[0007] front side (113; 213; 313; 413; 513)

[0008] back side (114)

[0009] first sleeve (115; 215; 315; 415; 515)

[0010] second sleeve (116; 216; 316; 416; 516)

[0011] first underarm region (117; 217; 317; 417; 517)

[0012] second underarm region (118; 218; 318; 418; 518)

[0013] boundary (119; 219; 319; 419; 519)

[0014] upper edge (120; 220; 320; 420; 520)

[0015] head aperture (121)

[0016] lower edge (122; 222; 322; 422; 522)

[0017] bottom opening (123)

[0018] body portion (124; 224; 324; 424; 524)

[0019] upper section (125; 225; 325;425; 525)

[0020] lower section (126; 226; 326; 426; 526)

[0021] facial image (130; 230; 330; 430; 530)

[0022] inverted position (131; 231; 531)

[0023] eye region (132; 232; 332; 432; 532)

[0024] mouth region (133; 233; 333; 433; 533)

[0025] facial periphery (134; 234; 334; 434; 534)

[0026] wearer (person) (140)

[0027] upper body (141)

[0028] frontal portion (142)

[0029] first arm (143)

[0030] second arm (144)SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT

[0031] underarm (145)

[0032] head (146)

[0033] face (147)

[0034] head backside (148)

[0035] mouth slot (250; 550)

[0036] closure mechanism (251; 551)

[0037] translucent covering (360; 460; 560)

[0038] cutout (361; 461; 561)

[0039] first fabric translucency (362; 462; 562)

[0040] second fabric translucency (363; 364; 365)

Claims

SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTCLAIMSWhat is claimed is:

1. An upper garment, comprising:a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section;a first sleeve and a second sleeve each coupled to the body portion;an upper edge disposed on the upper section wherein the upper edge forms a head aperture configured to surround a wearer’s neck when worn;a lower edge disposed on the lower section wherein the lower edge forms a bottom opening configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when worn;an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’ s upper body when worn;a front side and a back side opposite the front side, the front side configured to be disposed on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when worn, and the back side configured to be disposed on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when worn;a first underarm region disposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion wherein a boundary formed by the first underarm region and the second underarm region separates the upper section and the lower section;a facial image disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment at the front side, the facial image comprising an eye region and a mouth region both surrounded by a facial periphery wherein the facial image is in an inverted position such that the mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while in a conventional state wherein each portion of the mouth region is disposed on the lower section;a deployed state defined as when the lower edge at the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over a wearer’s head backside and covering the wearer’s face to expose the facial image at the inner surface while the wearer’s arms are configured to freely move and the wearer’s underarms are covered by the upper garmentSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTwherein each portion of the facial periphery of the facial image is externally viewable while in the deployed state;a mouth slot disposed on the facial image at the mouth region wherein the mouth slot extends through the outer surface and inner surface, the mouth slot further comprising a closure mechanism; andone or more translucent coverings disposed on the facial image at the eye region wherein at least one of the body portion or the facial image comprises a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings comprises a second fabric translucency wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency.

2. The upper garment of claim 1, wherein each portion of the facial periphery is disposed on the upper section.

3. The upper garment of claim 1, wherein the closure mechanism comprises at least one of a zipper, hook-and-loop fastener, button, static clinging, or adhesive.

4. The upper garment of claim 1, at least one of the body portion or the facial image further comprising one or more cutouts, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed over the one or more cutouts.

5. The upper garment of claim 1, the upper garment further comprising a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

6. An upper garment, comprising:a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section;a first sleeve and a second sleeve each coupled to the body portion;an upper edge disposed on the upper section wherein the upper edge forms a head aperture configured to surround a wearer’ s neck when worn;a lower edge disposed on the lower section wherein the lower edge forms a bottom opening configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when worn,SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTan inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’ s upper body when worn;a front side and a back side opposite the front side, the front side configured to be disposed on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when worn, and the back side configured to be disposed on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when worn;a first underarm region disposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion wherein a boundary formed by the first underarm region and the second underarm region separates the upper section and the lower section;a facial image disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment at the front side, the facial image comprising an eye region and a mouth region both surrounded by a facial periphery wherein the facial image is in an inverted position such that mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while in a conventional state; anda deployed state defined as when the lower edge at the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over a wearer’s head backside and covering the wearer’s face to expose the facial image at the inner surface while the wearer’s arms are configured to freely move and the wearer’s underarms are covered by the upper garment wherein each portion of the facial periphery of the facial image is externally viewable while in the deployed state.

7. The upper garment of claim 6, wherein each portion of the mouth region is disposed on the upper section.

8. The upper garment of claim 6, wherein each portion of the facial periphery is disposed on the upper section.

9. The upper garment of claim 6, furthering a mouth slot disposed on the upper garment, wherein the mouth slot extends through the outer surface and inner surface.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT10. The upper garment of claim 9, wherein the mouth slot is disposed on the facial image.

11. The upper garment of claim 10, wherein the mouth slot is disposed on the mouth region of the facial image.

12. The upper garment of claim 9, the mouth slot further comprising a closure mechanism for closing the mouth slot.

13. The upper garment of claim 12, wherein the closure mechanism comprises at least one of a zipper, hook-and-loop fastener, button, static clinging, or adhesive.

14. The upper garment of claim 9, wherein the mouth slot is positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the mouth slot covers the wearer’ s mouth for improved breathing and speaking.

15. The upper garment of claim 6, further comprising one or more translucent coverings disposed on at least one of the body portion or the facial image.

16. The upper garment of claim 15, wherein at least one of the body portion or the facial image comprises a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings comprises a second fabric translucency, wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the first fabric translucency.

17. The upper garment of claim 15, at least one of the body portion or the facial image further comprising one or more cutouts, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed over the one or more cutouts.

18. The upper garment of claim 15, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed on the eye region of the facial image.

19. The upper garment of claim 15, wherein the one or more translucent coverings areSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTpositioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the one or more translucent coverings are positioned over the wearer’s eyes for improved visibility.

20. The upper garment of claim 6, the upper garment further comprising a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

21. An upper garment, comprising:a body portion comprising an upper section and a lower section;a first sleeve and a second sleeve each coupled to the body portion;an upper edge disposed on the upper section wherein the upper edge forms a head aperture configured to surround a wearer’s neck when worn;a lower edge disposed on the lower section wherein the lower edge forms a bottom opening configured to surround at or near the wearer’s waist when worn;an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface wherein the inner surface is configured to contact the wearer’s upper body when worn;a front side and a back side opposite the front side, the front side configured to be disposed on a frontal portion of the wearer’s upper body when worn, and the back side configured to be disposed on a backside of the wearer’s upper body when worn;a first underarm region disposed at a junction of the first sleeve and the body portion, and a second underarm region disposed at a junction of the second sleeve and the body portion wherein a boundary formed by the first underarm region and the second underarm region separates the upper section and the lower section; and a facial image disposed on the inner surface of the upper garment at the front side, the facial image comprising an eye region and a mouth region both surrounded by a facial periphery wherein the facial image is in an inverted position such that mouth region is disposed between the eye region and the head aperture of the upper garment while in a conventional state wherein each portion of the mouth region is disposed on the lower section.

22. The upper garment of claim 21, further comprising a deployed state defined as when the lower edge at the front side is pulled upwards and wrapped over a wearer’s head backside andSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTcovering the wearer’s face to expose the facial image at the inner surface while the wearer’s arms are configured to freely move and the wearer’s underarms are covered by the upper garment, wherein each portion of the facial periphery of the facial image is externally viewable while in the deployed state.

23. The upper garment of claim 21, wherein each portion of the facial periphery is disposed on the upper section.

24. The upper garment of claim 21, furthering a mouth slot disposed on the upper garment, wherein the mouth slot extends through the outer surface and inner surface.

25. The upper garment of claim 24, wherein the mouth slot is disposed on the facial image.

26. The upper garment of claim 25, wherein the mouth slot is disposed on the mouth region of the facial image.

27. The upper garment of claim 24, the mouth slot further comprising a closure mechanism for closing the mouth slot.

28. The upper garment of claim 27, wherein the closure mechanism comprises at least one of a zipper, hook-and-loop fastener, button, static clinging, or adhesive.

29. The upper garment of claim 24, wherein the mouth slot is positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the mouth slot covers the wearer’ s mouth for improved breathing and speaking.

30. The upper garment of claim 21, further comprising one or more translucent coverings disposed on at least one of the body portion or the facial image.

31. The upper garment of claim 30, wherein at least one of the body portion or the facial image comprises a first fabric translucency, and the one or more translucent coverings comprises a second fabric translucency, wherein the second fabric translucency is greater than the firstSPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCTfabric translucency.

32. The upper garment of claim 30, at least one of the body portion or the facial image further comprising one or more cutouts, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed over the one or more cutouts.

33. The upper garment of claim 30, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are disposed on the eye region of the facial image.

34. The upper garment of claim 30, wherein the one or more translucent coverings are positioned on the facial image such that while in the deployed state the one or more translucent coverings are positioned over the wearer’s eyes for improved visibility.

35. A method of deployment of an enhanced apparel by a wearer, comprising:grasping a lower edge of an upper garment at a front side thereof;pulling the lower edge of the front side upwards and over the wearer’s face; exposing a facial image disposed on an inner surface of the upper garment; aligning the facial image with the wearer’s face; andwrapping the lower edge to a head backside of the wearer.

36. The method of deployment of claim 35, wherein underarms of the wearer are maintained covered while the lower edge is wrapped to the head backside.

37. The method of deployment of claim 35, wherein arms of the wearer are uncovered by the body portion of the upper garment and free to move while the upper garment is deployed.

38. The method of deployment of claim 35, the facial image further comprising a facial periphery, wherein each portion of the facial periphery is externally viewable while the lower edge is wrapped to the wearer’s head backside.

39. The method of deployment of claim 35, further comprising opening a mouth slot disposed on the upper garment for improved breathing and speaking.SPC.001017.WO INTERNATIONAL PCT40. The method of deployment of claim 35, further comprising aligning one or more translucent coverings disposed on the upper garment to the wearer’s eyes.

41. The method of deployment of claim 35, wherein the upper garment comprises a shirt, a sweater, or a jacket.

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