A LOOK AT: MITCHELL & NESS CHICAGO BULLS / MICHAEL JORDAN LIMITED EDITION JERSEYS
Photography: ThaboThabiso
Model: Wes Thesis & Simba
MITCHELL & NESS: CHICAGO BULLS 1985-86 MICHAEL JORDAN AUTHENTIC JERSEY
As part of their partnership with Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand, Mitchell & Ness has put out some of the iconic Chicago Bulls / Michael Jordan Authentic Jerseys.
This marks the 30th anniversary of this heroic feat. Mitchell & Ness producing this timeless pieces, featuring a mesh body with heat pressed / embroided logos, names, numbers and woven jock tags.
Retailing at R4999, these limited jerseys are exclusively available at Shesha Stores, adding to a wide range of Basketball Merchandise that is available inside Shesha Hoops Lounge.
MITCHELL & NESS: CHICAGO BULLS 1984-85 MICHAEL JORDAN AUTHENTIC JERSEY
1984–85 Chicago Bulls season. In the summer of 1984, the team's fortunes changed when it received the third pick of the NBA draft, after Houston and Portland. The Rockets selected Hakeem Olajuwon, the Blazers selected Sam Bowie, and the Bulls picked shooting guard Michael Jordan out of the University of North Carolina.
MITCHELL & NESS: CHICAGO BULLS 1996-97 MICHAEL JORDAN BLACK PINSTRIPE JERSEY
Celebrating Michael Jordan’s 1996-97 season with the classic Black pinstripe Chicago Bulls jersey.
This jersey was worn by the Bulls as an alternate during regular season games that features a combination of Black mesh, Red stripes and matching Red lettering outlined in White. As a nod to the 50th anniversary of the NBA back in 1997, the NBA logo was colored in Gold.
Sam Perkins and Michael Jordan in 1983.
Photo by Lane Stewart
MITCHELL & NESS: CHICAGO BULLS 1996-97 MICHAEL JORDAN AUTHENTIC JERSEY
On November 3, 1995, the Chicago Bulls played their first game of the 1995-96 NBA season. This marked the return of NBA legend Michael Jordan and his iconic #23 jersey to the hardwood. The Bulls started the regular season 41-3 and concluded with a record of 72-10, thus setting a new NBA best. Jordan's play throughout the 1995-96 season is regarded as one of, if not, the most successful individual efforts in the history of the game. Jordan played in all 100 total games of the regular season and playoffs while averaging over 30 PPG throughout the entire year.
MITCHELL & NESS: CHICAGO BULLS 1997-98 MICHAEL JORDAN AUTHENTIC JERSEY
The 1997–98 NBA season was the Bulls' 32nd season in the National Basketball Association. The Bulls entered the season as the two-time defending NBA champions, where they defeated the Utah Jazz in the 1997 NBA Finals in six games, winning their fifth NBA championship. The championship was their sixth in eight years and completed the franchise's second "3-peat".
This was Michael Jordan's last season as a Bull, as he announced his second retirement after it was over.
WHERE TO BUY
The Mitchell & Ness Chicago Bulls / Michael Jordan Limited Edition Jerseys are now available at Shesha Stores + online at www.sheshalifestyle.com.
The retail price is set at R4999 each.
About Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Co.
Founded as a golf and tennis company in 1904, Mitchell & Ness Sporting Goods provided on-field uniforms to the Philadelphia Eagles, Athletics, and Phillies as early as 1933. The Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Company was created in the 1980's based on the idea to resurrect authentic jerseys significant to sports history. As the pioneer in this field, Mitchell & Ness is known worldwide for its authentic classic jerseys. The company holds licenses from the MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL and NCAA to produce premium apparel and headwear. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, Mitchell & Ness has been "Defining Authentic" for over 100 years. For more information on Mitchell & Ness, visit www.mitchellandness.com.