Alpha Kappa Alpha Polo Bear Ugly Sweater

Salmon Pink and Apple Green 1908 Sorority Heritage

Since its founding at Howard University on January 15, 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has been immediately recognizable by its salmon pink and apple green palette. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Polo Bear Ugly Sweater centers that legacy on a deep forest-green pullover body, bordered by matching salmon-pink and green striped ribbing at both the crew neckline and the wrist cuffs. A crisp white polo horse-and-rider silhouette accents the upper left chest, while a solid green ribbed waistband anchors the lower hem.

AKA 1908 Mascot Sweater: The central teddy bear wears a cream varsity sweater detailed with green AKA® block letters above a salmon-pink oval 1908 badge, green-and-pink sleeve stripes, and a green-and-gold Alpha Kappa Alpha shield crest on the left sleeve.
Coordinated Preppy Styling: Beneath the cream sweater, the bear wears a blue collared denim shirt with a pink neckerchief, cuffed dark-wash indigo jeans with a brown leather belt, and pink-and-green low-top athletic sneakers.
Sorority Inscription: Below the bear figure, a salmon-pink serif arch reads ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA® above white SORORITY, INC. -1908- and POLO BEAR by RALPH LAUREN lettering finished with a salmon-pink cursive signature script.

Hanger view of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Polo Bear Ugly Sweater layered over a white collared shirt — Layered over a crisp white button-down collar, the salmon-pink and green striped crew neckline frames the AKA 1908 Polo Bear centerpiece.

Every detail of the illustration—from the golden-tan plush texture of the bear to the pink-and-green sneaker panels—is permanently embedded into the fabric via all-over dye-sublimation printing. Because the pigments fuse directly into the yarn fibers, the artwork remains smooth to the touch without cracking, flaking, or fading over seasons of wear.

Unisex Crewneck Comfort for Winter Gatherings

Made from a 95% polyester and 5% spandex blend, this standard unisex crewneck pullover delivers adaptive warmth suited for autumn and winter wear. The spandex component provides gentle four-way give across the shoulders and elbows when worn over a collared Oxford shirt for January 15 Founders Day luncheons or paired casually with jeans for chapter holiday exchanges.

Outdoor campus view of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Polo Bear Ugly Sweater showing striped cuffs and neckline — Natural daylight view highlighting the salmon-pink and green striped wrist cuffs and relaxed unisex fit on campus.

Available across a full XS to 5XL size range, the pullover is easy to maintain with a cold machine wash and low-heat tumble dry or hang dry. Sorors and gift shoppers coordinating seasonal chapter attire can also pair this piece with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Christmas Ugly Sweater for holiday events.

Material	95% Polyester, 5% Spandex blend
Print Technology	All-over dye-sublimation print (fade-proof and peel-resistant)
Fit & Style	Standard unisex crewneck pullover
Seasonality	Autumn and Winter wear (adaptive body temperature response)
Care Instructions	Machine wash cold with similar colors. Tumble dry on low heat or hang dry. Do not iron directly on print.
Size	XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL

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3 Estimated Delivery

8 - 13 Business Days

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What details are featured on the Alpha Kappa Alpha Polo Bear outfit?

The illustrated teddy bear wears a cream sweater with green AKA® letters, a salmon-pink oval 1908 badge, green-and-pink sleeve stripes, and a left-sleeve shield crest over a blue denim shirt, pink neckerchief, cuffed blue jeans, and pink-and-green sneakers.

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Do both the collar and the sleeve cuffs feature the salmon-pink and green stripes?

Yes. Both the ribbed crew neckline and the wrist cuffs feature matching salmon-pink and green horizontal stripes, paired with a solid green ribbed waistband hem.

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How does the 95% polyester and 5% spandex fabric feel when layered over a button-down shirt?

The 95% polyester and 5% spandex blend has a smooth interior and light stretch in a standard unisex crewneck pullover cut, allowing it to slide comfortably over collared shirts during autumn and winter wear.

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Will the salmon-pink ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA® lettering peel or fade in the wash?

No. The garment uses all-over dye-sublimation printing that bonds the ink into the fibers for a fade-proof and peel-resistant finish. Machine wash cold with similar colors, tumble dry on low heat or hang dry, and do not iron directly on the print.

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