Neat Apparel makes sweat-hiding shirts built around a U.S.-patented “maze” pattern woven into the fabric, channeling moisture sideways so it dries without showing through. The company’s Sweat Defender line keeps a cotton-soft feel while adding water and stain resistance, and its shirts are made in Vietnam from materials sourced through audited mills. Neat traces the idea to a 2014 problem with sweat-marked shirts, filed its patent in 2019, and launched Sweat Defender in 2023.
U.S. Patented Fabric Technology
The Sweat Relief CompanyFounded by Joan after an ordinary morning jog exposed the limits of both cotton and polyester shirts, The Sweat Relief Company makes activewear that pairs sweat-wicking fabric with a built-in terry-cloth way to wipe your face and hands. Its signature Sweaty Tee designs hold a mini-towel in a pocket or attach one as a front panel, with sustainable fabrics, youth styles, and custom color combinations available.MERRICK, NY
ViewSPORTViewSPORT makes fitness apparel whose patented sweat-activated technology reveals motivational words or images as the wearer works harder. Inventor Ben Wood conceived the idea while studying chemistry and exercising, and the company now produces apparel for athletes, sports teams, military users and custom programs. Its technology is designed to disappear when dry, withstand dozens of wash cycles and work with breathable, hypoallergenic fabrics treated with BodyFresh®.PENFIELD, NY
Arctic CoolArctic Cool makes cooling performance apparel for active lifestyles, including shirts designed around its HydroFreeze X technology. Its garments combine moisture-wicking ActiveWick fabric with anti-microbial protection, UPF 50+ coverage and four-way stretch to help wearers stay dry, protected and comfortable in heat.New York, NY
Chalk of the TownChalk of the Town makes reusable chalkboard clothing and accessories that let people draw, wear, erase and redesign their own look. Its washable cotton T-shirts feature special no-smudge surfaces, while kits add water-based chalk markers, stencils and an erasing cloth; the same idea extends to tote bags and patches. The products are made in the USA with domestic and imported components and carry Patent #12203213.NEW YORK, NY