Purple and teal color palette rejoins Hornets name in Charlotte

Photo courtesy of Charlotte Bobcats

In the late 80s and early 90s the Charlotte Hornets had the highest grossing merchandise sales in the NBA. The team's color scheme was popular throughout the country and their throwbacks are still hot today. Whether it was the pinstripes or Starter jackets, the Hornets led the way in NBA sports fashion.

HOW WOULD YOU WEAR PURPLE AND TEAL? 

 (Peep the style after the jump)



From Charlotte Bobcats press release:

November 24, 2013

The Charlotte Bobcats announced today that the team will utilize purple and teal as its primary colors when it changes its name to the Charlotte Hornets prior to the 2014-15 NBA season. The colors, which were used by the original Charlotte Hornets during their tenure in the city from 1988-2002, will be accented by secondary colors black, cool gray and light blue. (read more here)

Jordan undoubtedly pays homage to his beloved
UNC Tar Heels with the secondary blue color.
(Photo Courtesy of Charlotte Bobcats)

Style Tip: Remember you do not have to wear athletic gear to show support for your team. You can adorn yourself in fashionable team colors in a way that works for you.

Left: A funky mix of girly-tomboy with leather jacket, denim leggings, wedge boots and cute top

Middle: Relaxed comfy chic with funky off the shoulder sweater, teal skinny jeans and comfy boots

Right:  Sassy southern belle with black leather pants, cool grey blouse, peplum jacket and zipped up booties

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