Do Homecoming in Style With Some of Our Favorite HBCU Gear

From tees and tanks to cardigans, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite pieces that let you show your HBCU pride.

HBCU Homecoming season is here. So all month long, we’ll be focusing on the bands, the teams, and of course, the parties that keep us coming back year after year for these epic celebrations of pride.

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If you’re planning to make a trip to your alma mater (or crash another school’s party), you’re going to want to show up in style. So we’ve rounded up some of our favorite HBCU tees, tanks, sweaters and more from around the web.

Tuskegee University Youth Tee

It’s never too early to start repping your favorite HBCU. This Tuskegee University Youth Tee from Target is perfect for the tiniest Golden Tigers.

Logo Crewneck

Photo: 1921movement.com

Show your Rattler pride with this FAMU crewneck sweatshirt from 1921Movement.

Scoop Neck Tank

Photo: Target.com

Want to take this scoop neck tank top from Target from summer to fall? Just add your favorite cardigan or denim jacket.

“Love Jones” Cardigan

Wear it with jeans, sweats or slacks — this Morehouse “Love Jones” cardigan from Legacy History Pride works with everything.

Alumni Crewneck Sweatshirt

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HBCU pride is for life. That’s why we love this alumni crew fleece sweatshirt from Target.

Hooded Dress

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Comfortable and cute, this Tennessee State Sunburst Hooded Dress from Historically U is perfect for tailgating.

Howard Dad Tee

Show your support for your HBCU student with this Howard Dad t-shirt from Black & Scholared.

Spelman Sweatshirt

Photo: collegiateluxe.com

We love the oversized fit of this Spelman sweatshirt from Collegiate Luxe. With plenty of room for added layers, you’ll be wearing this for the entire football season.

Classic Hoodie

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You can’t go wrong with this classic North Carolina A&T hoodie from AACA Clothing.

Reversible Basketball Shorts

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These reversible basketball shorts from Tones of Melanin gives you more than one way to show love for your favorite HBCU.

Ribbed Crewneck

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The ribbing around the collar, cuff and waist make this classic crewneck sweatshirt from AACA Clothing a must-have.

Denim Letterman Jacket

Photo: Etsy.com/BlackandScholared

The Denim Letterman Varsity Jacket from the Black and Scholared Etsy shop is perfect cozy layer for fall days.

Quad Shorts

Stay cool on the quad with these cotton jogger quad shorts from Tones of Melanin.

Chenille Varsity Sweater

We love the vintage vibes of this chenille Grambling Varsity Sweater from The Signature Brand’s Etsy shop.

HU Colorblock Crew

No matter which HU you represent, you can’t deny this Hampton Colorblock Crew from Legacy History Pride is dope.

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