Aug 11 • General discussion
🎥 “Can You Protect a T-Shirt Design?”
“I got this question twice today—so listen up.
If you design a t-shirt, here’s the truth:
- You can’t patent a regular shirt. Patents are for inventions or functional designs.
- You can trademark your brand name, logo, or signature phrase if you use it as a brand—not just decoration.
- But the real protection? Copyright. Your artwork—whether it’s printed, embroidered, or heat-pressed—can be copyrighted through the U.S. Copyright Office.
💡 Bonus: If your shirt has a unique ornamental feature—like zipper pockets, unusual sleeves, or a built-in design—you might qualify for a design patent.
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🎥 “Can You Protect a T-Shirt Design?”
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