From Howard University's yard in 1911 to modern HBCU homecoming weekends and alumni chapter mixers, royal purple and old gold command immediate recognition. The Polo Ralph Lauren Omega Psi Phi Bear Sweatshirt translates that century-deep brotherhood tradition onto a classic crewneck pullover. Arched across the upper chest in old gold block typography outlined in crisp white and deep purple, the OMEGA PSI PHI header sits above matching gold horizontal lines flanking EST. 1911.

Unlike standard hooded athletic gear, this piece uses a traditional hoodless crewneck cut finished with a ribbed collar and a classic triangular V-stitch gusset at the front neckline. That clean neckline makes it easy to wear solo or layered over an oxford button-down shirt for chapter meetings, probate gatherings, and alumni dinners.
Sartorial Details Inside the 1911 Fraternity Bear Illustration
The centerpiece illustration captures the preppy collegiate dress code down to the smallest accessory:
- Fraternity Crest Sweater & Tie: The bear wears a royal purple crewneck sweater with twin gold sleeve stripes, old gold Greek letters Omega Psi Phi across the chest, and an ornate green-and-gold wreath shield crest, layered over a light blue collared dress shirt and a purple-and-gold striped necktie.
- Tailored Yard Attire: Relaxed cuffed khaki chinos with one paw tucked into the pocket pair with a gold wristwatch, a beaded bracelet on the left wrist, gold socks, and polished brown leather penny loafers.
- Old Gold Collector Signature: Beneath the bear's loafers, POLO BEAR by RALPH LAUREN appears in old gold serif capitals above the matching gold cursive Ralph Lauren signature.

Precision dye-sublimation bonds the royal purple, old gold, oxford blue, and khaki tones directly into the ultra-soft knit fibers so the graphic stays smooth and breathable without heavy surface ink. Ribbed sleeve cuffs and a structured ribbed waistband keep the silhouette sharp alongside tailored trousers, beige chinos, or dark denim.








