Phi Beta Sigma Ralph Lauren Ugly Sweater

On January 9, 1914, A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown founded Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated at Howard University around the enduring motto Culture For Service and Service For Humanity. The Phi Beta Sigma Ralph Lauren Ugly Sweater brings that century-old Royal Blue and Pure White brotherhood together with the 1990s collegiate dressed-bear tradition. Built on a deep royal blue ground framed by white shoulder piping and angled lower-torso seam lines, this long-sleeve pullover pairs classic HBCU letterman cues with an unmistakable preppy mascot centerpiece.

Howard University 1914 Heritage Meets Preppy Varsity Tailoring

Every graphic element across the front and sleeves carries a specific tie to Sigma history. Arched white block lettering spells out PHI BETA SIGMA across the chest, while the founding year is split athletic-jersey style between 19 on the right sleeve and 14 on the left sleeve directly above double white horizontal bands. Over the left chest sits the official heraldic shield crest, complete with the white dove of peace hovering above a radiant open book, three stars, and a scroll inscribed with ΦΒΣ FOUNDED 1914.

At the center of the torso stands the golden-tan teddy bear mascot wearing black sunglasses and a royal blue ΦΒΣ varsity button cardigan layered over a crisp white collared shirt and blue necktie. White pleated trousers, a silver-toned wristwatch on the left paw, and royal-blue-and-white low-top sneakers complete the bear’s campus outfit above POLO BEAR by RALPH LAUREN lettering, a cursive signature line, and a small white polo rider emblem near the lower-left hem.

Easy V-Neck Layering for Founders’ Day and Fall Homecomings

Unlike heavy wool sweaters that feel stiff indoors, the smooth 95% polyester and 5% spandex knit gives the pullover a flexible drape that moves comfortably through outdoor tailgates, probate yard gatherings, and chapter banquets. The overlapping ribbed V-neck collar—accented with twin white stripes—leaves room for a collared dress shirt and tie on January 9 Founders’ Day or wears cleanly over a plain tee on brisk autumn afternoons. Because the royal blue ground, white varsity numerals, and shaded mascot artwork are permanently infused into the fibers via all-over dye-sublimation, the graphics stay supple and smooth without cracking or peeling over seasons of wear.

Shopping for family holiday parties in addition to fraternity milestone gifts? You can also pair this collegiate pullover with the Oogie Boogie holiday ugly sweater for December gift exchanges.