Patent ID: 8865963

Claim:
A multiple layer laminate having visible indicia for use in an absorbent article, the multiple layer laminate comprising: a first outer layer; a second outer layer; an elastomeric film interposed between said first outer layer and said second outer layer, the elastomeric film being in a stretched condition throughout its extent; and a non-elastomeric applique having said indicia, said non-elastomeric applique being interposed between said elastomeric film and said first outer layer or between said elastomeric film and said second outer layer, the elastomeric film extending completely and continuously across the appliqué, wherein said non-elastomeric applique is directly coupled to said elastomeric film such that said non-elastomeric applique prevents retraction of the elastomeric film from the stretched condition, and wherein said indicia is positioned to be visible through said first outer layer, said second outer layer or said first and said second outer layers.