Is Wale Bringing Throwbacks Back?
Wale's been heating it up with some classic jerseys which make us wonder, are throwbacks making a comeback?
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If you thought the jersey was dead, you're terribly mistaken. Recently, Wale has been making a fashion statement with some dope throwback jerseys. We've seen him rock crazy fresh ones to classics we almost forgot about. Some are even calling him "The Reviver." He's forcing all of us to dig back into our old boxes to find our youth-sized jerseys so that they'll fit just right. These aren't like the oversized throwbacks of the early 2000s. So if you're trying to catch up (or back!) to speed with your own jerseys, have no fear—we've done all the dirty work for you. Check out some of Wale's best throwbacks this summer.
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NBA All-Star 1994-1995 Jersey: Scottie Pippen
Buy It Now at Mitchell and Ness, $180
Where: Music Video "The Cloud ft Tiara Thomas"
When: May 2011
Complex Says: Most kids can't even tell you what jersey this is. (It's from the 1995 All-Star Game when he won MVP.) That's why we love it.
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Chicago Bulls 1995-1996 Alternate Away Jersey: Michael Jordan
Not available. Bid on a similar one at eBay, $30
Where: Lake Forest Mall, MD
When: May 2011
Complex Says: Who didn't love the Bulls' pinstripes? Wale's exact authentic jersey is extremely rare—who's his throwback connect?
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Georgetown U. 2010-2011 Away Jersey: Chris Wright
Not available. Buy a similar one at eBay, $50
Where: Music Video "Cookup"
When: May 2011
Complex Says: Reppin' his hometown, Wale brought out the Hoyas jersey. We want to see if he has Iverson's #3 in his vault, too.
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New York Knicks 1991-1992 Away Jersey: John Starks
Buy It Now at Mitchell and Ness, $150
Where: Summer Jam; NYC
When: June 2011
Complex Says: Wale brought out the old school Knicks jersey at Summer Jam this weekend. Hopefully Reggie Miller wasn't nearby.
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Orlando Magic 1994-1995 Away Jersey: Penny Hardaway
Buy It Now at Mitchell and Ness, $120
Where: Spring Fest 2011; Miami
When: May 2011
Complex Says: Being such a big lover of Pennys, it's only right that Wale pays homage.
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Seattle Supersonics 1994-1995 Jersey: Gary Payton
Buy It Now at Mitchell and Ness, $180
Where: WPGC 95.5 Birthday Bash at 9:30 Club, Washington DC
When: May 2011
Complex Says: The greatest Sonic of all time has a sick jersey. Make moves.
