Forget football. Forget lacrosse. In Annapolis, the most iconic rivalry isn’t settled on a field - it’s on the lawn, with mallets. Every April, St. John’s College and the U.S. Naval Academy trade cannonballs for croquet balls in a tradition that’s as preppy as it is petty. At Crew Dog, we live for school spirit in its most unexpected forms - and nothing says chaotic academia like a blazer-clad turf war played at two miles per hour. For most Americans, Annapolis conjures the image of a serene waterfront dotted with sailing yachts and midshipmen parading in the backdrop. But once...

On the minds of tennis lovers around the world are the princely grass courts, white attire and Pimm’s that accompany the hallmark Wimbledon event. Hosted by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet ClubSet, Wimbledon brings a class and heritage of traditions unmatched by any sporting atmosphere. As such, the demand for a single ticket to the tournament which starts this June 30th fetches a considerable price. For those aspiring to watch live, the tournament shares a long-standing tradition of issuing the public discounted tickets via the public ballot. First launched in 1924, the public ballot acts a lottery system...

Well well well.... it's that time of the year. June always brings a cascade of exclusive summer events, including one of golf's most treasured tournaments, the U.S. Open. This year, the prestigious tournament will be hosted for its 125th edition on June 12th through June 15th at the Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Oakmont dates its founding back to 1904 when founder Henry C. Fownes - an iron and steel business magnate - opened its Tudor Revival clubhouse and inland style links course. The course ranks #5 on Golf Digest's Top 100 Greatest Golf Courses in 2025 and supposedly...

First off. Apologies about the delay on this blog. Grad + moving out got to us, but don't worry - this one is a fun read. - Fashion critics wonder if Ralph Lauren rugby shirts, herringbone blazers with brass buttons, and the tweed sweater represent a by-gone era. A time when brands like Brooks Brothers and Talbot used to be the respective hallmark brands for the New England elite and the Ivy League graduate. Today, however, the average American hardly knows about Paul Stuart and its logo of a man on a fence inspired from Stover at Yale or the J. Press...

Although Crew Dog is primarily tailored to students who are currently in college, how can we not think about the millions of high schoolers opening their regular decision letters over the past few weeks? We saw a frenzy of excitement here at Yale after its decisions came out last Thursday on Ivy Day. Other top schools like MIT, Stanford, and the University of Chicago have all released their letters as well. This time of year is always a cacophony of reactions: some students celebrate admission to their dream school while others don’t get the results they hoped for. Schools are...

The Timeless Classic – Handsome Dan (Yale University) Some things never go out of style, and Yale’s Handsome Dan is one of them. As the first-ever live college mascot, this English Bulldog has been Yale’s symbol since 1889 since the dog who became Handsome Dan was picked out by a student named Andrew Graves. Due to the dog’s appearance—refined yet bold—and ferocity towards other mascots and colors such as the Princeton Tiger and Harvard Crimson, Graves’ dog soon became a Yale legend. Since, Handsome Dan became the official mascot and been a staple of the Yale experience for generations, whether...

College isn’t about finding love… or is it? A decade ago, a Facebook Data Sciences study found that 28% of married college graduates went to the same school as their spouses—that’s over a quarter, a significant number considering the diversity of backgrounds at each institution. Time will tell if the same holds true for us current college students, and with Valentine’s Day upon us, it’s certainly been on our minds here at Crew Dog. We attend college because it is one of the most crucial stepping stones in our lives. Most notably, it sets us up career-wise, allowing us to...

You all know and love wearing our cheeky mascots, but ever wonder how they go from a sketch to high quality clothing? You’re in luck, because we’re detailing our design process. A foundation is necessary for any great piece. Our heavy weight crewnecks are 450 grams per square meter, and regular weights are 430 grams per square meter, allowing for a durable and long-lasting product. Our clothing is 80 percent cotton with 20 percent poly blend and french terry cotton to create a relaxed and comfortable fit. Crew Dog designers meticulously embroider our hand-drawn artwork—from collegiate mascots to custom order...

Staying cozy this winter is a must, and there’s no better way to do so than wearing Crew Dog. Don’t know what to wear? Here are five styles curated just for you. The Classic You can never go wrong with the Original Crew Dog Look. The dark gray colorway has a crisp wintery aesthetic, allowing the colorful Bulldog mascot to stand out. The Crew recommends loose jeans on the bottom, though this versatile hoodie could work with both dark and light-colored pants. On top, you can wear your favorite winter coat over the crewneck for functionality, or a collared shirt...

Surely an Ivy League degree leads to promising job prospects… or does it?   We’ve written before about the perceived reduction in college return on investment. But now, it seems higher education itself, particularly elite schools, can be a black mark on a graduate’s resume.   In Callum Borchers’ The Bosses “Who Don’t Care About Your Ivy League Degree,” he delves into the various reasons major industries have begun to stray away from their typical Ivy-educated hiring. According to those in the know, the usual target schools aren’t producing enough talent, which is partly due to an admissions process that...

We love looking back at vintage style. It seems so effortlessly elegant—a mix of class and functionality. From Ralph Lauren to L.L. Bean to J.Crew, many college students, myself included, wish to step back in time to a time before fast fashion and tacky brand logos. The Crew relishes delving into history, admiring sweaters and slacks, jackets and jeans, scarves and tees, headbands and heels. But do we really want to go back? And if so, where would we go? Following the second world war, conformity and conservatism reigned supreme as a response to global instability. The classic preppy style...

“All Hallow’s Eve. The one day of the year it's socially acceptable to play dress-up. The only question is, who do you want to be?” Tonight, college students will be asking the same question as Gossip Girl in the 2009 episode “How to Succeed in Bassness.” Some of us scramble to pull together last-second costumes (I’m deciding how a construction vest, pirate bandana, and aviator sunglasses will coalesce); others are methodical (friends of mine have their “Challengers” outfits ready to go). Whether you’re me or my more prepared friends, the occasion calls for a mix of creativity and spontaneity. Unlike...

College is said to be one of the greatest times of our lives. Our living situations on the other hand… not so much. In addition to getting tired of run-of-the-mill college merch, we’re becoming increasingly disgruntled with our dorms, and some are willing to splurge in order to improve these spaces. One of college’s main trade offs is the subpar living conditions, but historically, students have accepted this. After all, it’s only four years. But recently, this has changed. As students moved into college over the course of the last month, Danielle Braff showed just how important dorm decor is...

Going to college used to be absolutely essential for any high-achiever on a path to success, but in 2024, the exact return on investment has become less clear. After all,  college is a four-year commitment and a significant investment of time, energy, and money. Crew Dog is all about capturing the uniqueness of the college experience, but lately, many people are wondering if the return on investment still stands. A Pew Research study tells us that almost a third of Americans don’t think a degree is worth it, and it shows: Peter Thiel offers a $100,000 fellowship to dropouts, college...

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