The Archive Cardigan – Vintage Tuskegee University Apparel

Since the 1930s, the letter stood for more than athletics—it stood for honor.

The Archive Cardigan is a refined tribute to the athletes and scholars of Tuskegee University's historic “T Club,” a campus organization first referenced in university records dating back to the late 1920s and early 1930s. These cardigans weren’t just uniforms—they were symbols of achievement, worn with pride by those who carried Tuskegee’s name into competition and community.

Made from a custom cotton and merino wool blend, this piece is soft yet structured, ideal for transitional wear across seasons. The chest features a chenille varsity "T" patch inspired by archival club sweaters, while an '81 chenille patch on the pocket nods to the year of Tuskegee University's founding: 1881. Vintage-inspired ribbed striping along the hem and cuffs evokes the styling of traditional athletic knits, and a tonal “T. Union” woven signature along the lapel finishes the garment with quiet distinction.

The Archive Cardigan isn’t just a revival—it’s a restoration of legacy. Designed to be worn, kept, and passed on.

Great then. Great now.

Specifics

• 70% cotton, 30% merino wool
• Chenille “T” varsity patch on chest (T Club–inspired)
• ‘81 chenille patch on front pocket (Tuskegee University's founding year)
• Ribbed waist and cuffs with varsity-style stripes
• “T. Union” signature knitted into the inner lapel
• Inspired by the earliest T Club sweaters (1929–1930s archival references)

Fit

• Regular fit
• Refer to the Size Chart for your preferred size

Care

• Dry clean only