Polo Ralph Lauren Alpha Kappa Alpha Green Crewneck Sweater
$42.95
- 1908 Howard Founding Heritage: The Polo Ralph Lauren Alpha Kappa Alpha Green Crewneck Sweater pairs an apple-green knit body with salmon-pink 19 and 08 varsity numerals and a pink-and-white striped collar.
- AKA Shield Blazer & Ivy Leaf Detail: Depicts a beret-wearing mascot bear in a pink-piped green blazer, salmon-pink pleated skirt, and two-tone wingtips above AKA block letters accented with a green ivy leaf.
- 95/5 Poly-Spandex Knit: Smooth, fade-proof dye-sublimation print.
Premium materials, safe packaging, and flawless finish tailored for you.
Salmon Pink, Apple Green & January 1908 Sisterhood Heritage
Since its founding at Howard University on January 15, 1908, as the first Greek-letter sorority established by African American college women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated has been recognized across campuses nationwide by the pairing of Salmon Pink and Apple Green. The Polo Ralph Lauren Alpha Kappa Alpha Green Crewneck Sweater places that historic color combination on a rich apple-green long-sleeve pullover accented with a salmon-pink and white striped ribbed collar and a salmon-pink polo player silhouette on the upper left chest.
- Oversized 19 & 08 Founding Numerals: Tall salmon-pink varsity block numbers outlined in crisp white-19 on the left and 08 on the right-frame the centerpiece mascot bear in tribute to the sorority's 1908 founding year.
- Green Beret & Pink-Piped AKA Blazer: The teddy bear wears a tilted apple-green beret and a gold-buttoned green blazer trimmed with salmon-pink piping and an AKA shield patch on the left chest over a salmon-pink collared shirt.
- Pleated Skirt & Two-Tone Wingtip Brogues: A salmon-pink pleated skirt pairs with crossed legs in pink-and-green striped socks and two-tone salmon-pink and green lace-up wingtip shoes.
- Ivy-Leaf AKA Lower-Chest Inscription: Directly below the shoes, large salmon-pink AKA block letters incorporate a green ivy leaf emblem on the lower right leg of the final A, stacked above ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA, POLO BEAR by RALPH LAUREN, and cursive Ralph Lauren script.
Smooth 95/5 Poly-Spandex Drape for Founders' Day & Chapter Wear
Knitted from a 95% polyester, 5% spandex blend, this standard unisex crewneck pullover uses all-over dye-sublimation printing to bond the salmon-pink and apple-green artwork directly into the fabric. Unlike heavy chenille patches that stiffen the chest, the sublimated finish stays breathable and supple when layered over a collared blouse or strand of pearls for January Founders' Day luncheons, chapter meetings, and autumn homecomings.
Ribbed knitting at the cuffs, waistband, and striped collar provides gentle stretch recovery through repeated wear. Machine wash cold with similar colors, tumble dry on low heat or hang dry, and do not iron directly on the printed design.
| Material | 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex blend |
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| 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. |
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What Alpha Kappa Alpha symbols are featured on the bear's outfit and lower lettering?
The mascot bear wears a green beret, a salmon-pink-piped green blazer bearing an AKA shield crest patch, a salmon-pink pleated skirt, and pink-and-green striped socks with two-tone wingtip shoes, positioned above large salmon-pink AKA block letters accented with a green ivy leaf.
How is the 1908 founding year arranged on the chest of this green pullover?
Oversized salmon-pink varsity numerals outlined in white—19 on the left and 08 on the right—flank the center mascot bear across the apple-green chest.
Are the salmon-pink numerals and bear graphics embroidered or dye-sublimated?
All artwork is produced with all-over dye-sublimation printing, fusing the pigments directly into the knit so the graphic will not crack, peel, or feel heavy.
What is the fabric blend and fit of the Polo Ralph Lauren Alpha Kappa Alpha Green Crewneck Sweater?
It is constructed from a 95% polyester, 5% spandex blend in a standard unisex long-sleeve crewneck pullover fit with a ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband.
How should I wash and dry this sweater to protect the salmon-pink and apple-green print?
Machine wash cold with similar colors and tumble dry on low heat or hang dry. Avoid ironing directly over the printed chest graphics.
